Lippo Centre, Brutalist twin towers in Admiralty, Hong Kong.
Lippo Centre comprises two towers standing at 186 meters and 172 meters with octagonal shapes wrapped in dark blue reflective glass walls. The design combines these geometric forms with brutalist principles to create a visually distinctive presence in the cityscape.
Construction began in 1986 under architect Paul Rudolph's direction with collaboration from Wong & Ouyang, and the towers were completed in 1988. This project represented a significant moment for Hong Kong's tower design during that period.
The lobby features detailed carved murals by artist Gerard D'Alton Henderson that bring artistic presence to this commercial space. These works shape the daily visual experience for everyone passing through.
The building houses multiple foreign consulates and business offices with direct underground pedestrian access to Admiralty station. This underground connection provides convenient passage during heavy rain or extreme heat.
Local feng shui observers note that the protruding glass sections on the exterior resemble koalas climbing up the structure's surface. This accidental visual feature has become a familiar element for Hong Kong residents.
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