This is the Maslak No 1 Office Tower in Istanbul, Turkey created by Emre Arolat Architecture. Other than its massive size this building has a unique design in that the main part of the structure is covered by a curved outer layer of glass that overlaps each other like fish scales so as allow for better airflow while also protecting the building. In between this outer layer and the office spaces on the supporting structure are trees, so as to create a hanging garden that is nice to look at.

This extra layer on this building allows for people working in the offices’ spaces to feel more secure from the weather and blocks intense direct sunlight to the offices. The added feature of the hanging gardens also creates a more calming and natural feeling that is often absent in office spaces. Even at night the extra protective layer helps reduce light pollution from the building and the reflection of the lights on the outer layer creates a nice lighting effect.