A residential building in China has attracted attention due to its unusual pyramid-like structure.
The building is regarded as an interesting example of modern architectural design. China is known for its unusual residential buildings and apartment complexes. The country has giant honeycomb-style buildings that can accommodate around 20,000 people, while some structures have railway tracks passing through them and others stand between busy flyovers.
However, a pyramid-shaped residential building also exists in China. The Kunshan Pyramid, located in the Huachiao district, is among the country’s most recognised residential buildings.
The construction of the modern building was completed in 2013, and since then it has remained one of the city’s notable tourist attractions.
Unlike the actual pyramids in Egypt, the 18-storey Kunshan Pyramid consists of two vertical outer walls, while the other two walls are slanted. Apartments are arranged in a step-like pattern at a 45-degree angle, creating an impressive visual effect.
According to the architecture firm behind the project, traditional Chinese rice fields provided inspiration for the building’s design.
Although the unique design provides a large terrace for each apartment’s sloping section, the building faces several practical challenges. Its unusual shape creates difficulties with ventilation and lighting systems inside the structure, while the complex design also affects fire safety arrangements.
