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Originally Posted by Vin
Don't quite hate it but certainly not impressed by it, unlike the older design.
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Word is the hexagon system was not operationally feasible for a number of reasons, most prominently the snow loading issues and cost/maintenance of heating the exoskeleton.
Either way I really like the new design, getting strong Foster vibe for sure. Though I liked the octagon look, the new design seems much cleaner and allows for some interesting points at the top of the tower. Very Hearst Tower in Manhattan.