Tour Perret, Skyscraper in Amiens, France
Tour Perret is a high-rise building in Amiens made from reinforced concrete that rises through 25 floors. The structure displays the functional design of postwar modern architecture with its exposed concrete framework.
Construction began in 1942 when Amiens was being rebuilt after wartime bombing destroyed much of the city. The building embodies the city's drive to start anew through modern concrete architecture.
The name refers to architect Auguste Perret, who designed this structure. The tower stands as a symbol of how Amiens rebuilt itself through modern architecture after devastating wartime destruction.
The tower is served by two elevators that connect its floors for easy access. The building sits in a central city location that is easy to reach and can be viewed from the street.
In 2005, an art installation called Sablier de lumière was added to the building with 192 glass panels on its facade. These panels shift their transparency and color throughout the day and night, creating a changing light display on the surface.
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