The panic was kicked off by photos posted to social media tagging traffic news organization JS100. The posts said the under-construction building across from Mahatun Plaza near BTS Phloen Chit looked in danger of collapse.
Concerned citizens gathered Tuesday at the construction site on Phloen Chit Road where the building’s angled appearance sparked concern about its structural integrity to hear district officials and site management say it was part of the design.
— Khaoso English
“The building isn’t crooked or leaning over, it’s part of the architectural design,” Morakot Sanitthangkul, Pathum Wan district director, said.”Let me confirm for everyone again, for the fourth time: It’s part of the 3D design.”
The 32-floor hotel was designed by Tandem Architects, with consultation from KPF, and is planned to open in February.
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bangkok seems to have a soft spot for fear-inducing skyscraper designs — see ole scheeren's 2016 mahanakhon tower (and tallest building in thailand):
http://img.usmagazine.com/soci...
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