KPN Tower, Office building in Feijenoord district, Rotterdam, Netherlands.
The KPN Tower is a high-rise office building in Rotterdam's Feijenoord district with a distinctive sloping northern wall. The structure features 23 floors wrapped in a sleek glass exterior that allows daylight to penetrate the interior spaces.
Construction began in 1998 and finished in 2000 as part of Rotterdam's redevelopment of its waterfront areas. The building served as headquarters for a major telecommunications company during its early decades.
Italian architect Renzo Piano incorporated principles of modern design by focusing on transparency and the integration of natural light throughout the structure.
The building sits on an island near the Maas River and is visible from many vantage points throughout the surrounding area. You can view the entire structure from nearby streets and waterfront promenades.
The facade features approximately 900 flat-panel displays that show moving images and patterns visible from across the city. These screens create a visual dialogue between the building and its urban surroundings.
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