Located near the Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève (HUG), the Swiss Medical Research Foundation building was designed by architect Jack Vicajee Bertoli and constructed between 1975 and 1976. Its unique shape, which maximizes both office and parking space, quickly earned it its current nickname. The building is notable for its vividly tinted windows, adding another striking visual element.
The construction posed significant engineering challenges, which were skillfully addressed by engineer Claude Huguenin. The innovative design includes four floors built around a central core, supported by a daring cantilever structure on all four facades. This feat was made possible through the use of 56 cables, embedded within a large pre-stressed concrete slab, ensuring the building's structural integrity while allowing for the bold architectural design.
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