Circulation+Types

**Generali Tower**

The video shows how the Generali Tower in La Défense, Paris uses both vertical and horizontal circulation to create a building that take into account the needs of those who work in business towers; For example, accessibility. The horizontal circulation has several irregular floors in different levels. Stairs and flat access throughout the building allow pedestrians to access the tower in the most convenient way. Also, the tower has several vehicle entries in different levels, making it easier for people to access the building. In regular business towers, spaces are too stretch and don't have enough elevators considering the amount of people who work there, therefore there's always congestion and takes more time to get to an office. In the Generali Tower, the vertical circulation, including several elevators, regular and electric stairs which maximize circulation. On the inside, columns play a crucial role since the space is very wide, hence the columns are responsible in distributing the space in each story. The location itself of the building is crucial since its located in the business district of Paris. The building is made in glass, which allows the people to enjoy the outside view.