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Revolutionary Tennis Tower Concept: The Playscraper

Have you ever imagined what a collection of tennis courts would look like stacked on top of each other? Italian architecture firm Carlo Ratti Associati has unveiled its concept designs for a stunning skyscraper poised to answer this intriguing question.

Overview of the Playscraper

The proposed “Playscraper,” also referred to as the Tennis Tower, aims to feature eight tennis courts stacked vertically, providing an impressive total of 5,500 square meters of playing space at a height of 90 meters. This innovative concept was developed by Carlo Ratti Associati in collaboration with a team of engineers and technicians for RCS Sport.

A digital rendering of the playscraper from the ground up
The Playscraper consists of eight tennis courts stacked on top of each other so that the building can develop vertically rather than horizontally © Carlo Ratti Associati

Vertical Layering of Tennis Courts

In this groundbreaking design, the Playscraper’s tennis courts are layered vertically, allowing the structure to maximize height rather than width. This innovative approach utilizes a lightweight stainless-steel sandwich structure developed by Broad Sustainable Building. Consequently, the tower aims to redefine urban sports architecture.

Transparent Views and Digital Engagement

The shorter sides of each court feature transparent walls, providing expansive panoramic views from inside. In contrast, the longer sides boast electronic facades capable of displaying live matches and other digital content. This dual functionality is designed to engage not only players on the court but also spectators in the surrounding area.

A New Type of Public Space

According to Carlo Ratti, the founder of Carlo Ratti Associati, “The project experiments with a new type of public space. The tower is easy to install and dismantle, and can be easily relocated. This flexible design aligns with the circular nature of modern sports competitions, which often shift locations throughout the year.”

A detail of one of the floors of the playscraper
All sides of the tennis court

Conclusion

While the Playscraper exists only as a conceptual design for now, Carlo Ratti Associati continues to push the boundaries of architecture and innovative materials. To explore more about their pioneering work, visit their official website.


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