Revisiting Skyscraper Design: The Benefits of Responsive Facades and Passive Designs

One Central Park / Ateliers Jean Nouvel. Image © Stephen Bridger via ShutterstockOur contemporary society has been witnessing a surge in skyscraper construction in urban centers worldwide for various reasons—including engineering advancements, increased urban density, space constraints, and, arguably, a competitive drive for building the tallest structures. The allure of all-glass facades and the pursuit of curtain walls with larger panes of continuous glass have often come at the cos