Very soon, a new architectural marvel will emerge from Dubai’s skyscraper skyline.

Named the “Rotating Tower”, this amazing architectural skyscraper is designed by Italian-Isreali architect - Mr David Fisher. What is so special about this structure is that it has the ability to generate ten times as much power as it will use. Each floor of this wind-powered rotating skyscraper is a single apartment with the ability to rotate independently, giving residents the ability to choose a new view at the touch of a button. Wind turbines between each floor will generate a vast surplus of electricity capable of powering the whole surrounding neighborhood.

The method of construction is also fascinating; each floor will be pre-fabricated in segments in a quality-controlled factory before being lifted and secured into place on a concrete spine, bringing costs and construction times down significantly. According to architect David Fisher, this construction will also make the structure highly earthquake resistant.

The 59-floor building will be powered entirely by sun and wind energy. And, the architect claims that the building will generate 10 times more energy than required to power it, thus making it a positive energy building. Solar panels will be fitted on the roof to harness sunlight, and a total of 48 wind turbines will be sandwiched between the rotating floors, placed so that they are practically invisible. Each wind turbine could produce up to 0.3 megawatt of electricity, and it is estimated that 1,200,000 kilowatt-hours of energy would be generated every year.

Construction is set to begin this month in Dubai, with a second tower to follow in Moscow and numerous other sites around the world being considered.

Via - Gizmag, Inhabitat