Seoul will be home to a new innovative residential tower designed by New York-basedODA.

Terrarium Cheong-dam features a two-story public podium that supports a 45-floor tower.

In the middle, a semi-private terrarium and sky garden bring a touch of greenery to the skies.

Terrarium Cheong Dam by ODA Architects

And, by its very nature, the feature adds an attractive sculptural look to the tower.

ODA won a design competition to create Seoul’s new skyscraper,Terrarium Cheong-dam.

Terrarium Cheong Dam by ODA Architects

Photo: Secchi Smith

Terrarium Cheong Dam by ODA Architects

Photo: Secchi Smith

Terrarium Cheong Dam by ODA Architects

Terrarium Cheong Dam by ODA Architects

Terrarium Cheong Dam by ODA Architects

Photo: Secchi Smith

Terrarium Cheong Dam by ODA Architects

Terrarium Cheong Dam by ODA Architects