Maizes Skyscrapers, Residential towers in Osiedle Tysiąclecia, Katowice, Poland.
Maizes Skyscrapers are three identical residential towers in Osiedle Tysiąclecia, each 24 floors tall and reaching 82 meters high. Their concrete facades feature distinct geometric patterns that define the cylindrical shape of these buildings.
Architect Henryk Buszko completed these residential buildings between 1988 and 1991. They emerged during a period of active urban growth and have shaped the city's appearance since then.
The local name Kukurydze comes from the Polish word for corn and refers to how the buildings resemble corn cobs with their shape. Residents use this playful nickname in everyday conversation when talking about their neighborhood.
The towers connect directly to public transportation, shopping centers, and recreational facilities in the surrounding neighborhood. Daily essentials and services are within easy walking distance of the buildings.
From above, the three towers form a symmetrical triangle, creating a distinctive geometric pattern among surrounding buildings. This arrangement was intentional and forms an unexpected feature when viewed from certain angles.
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