The Sothearos
The Sothearos celebrates Cambodia through art, architecture, and nature, creating a new landmark in Phnom Penh.
The Sothearos is a proposed 56-story luxury residential project in Phnom Penh. The project is designed to include 224 apartments with expansive views of the Mekong River and the city skyline. Many units would have both sunrise and sunset views from the same room.
Our design approach reflects both the richness of Khmer culture and the beauty of the surrounding landscape. The wonderful art and architecture of Cambodia provided inspiration, as well as the importance of a symbiosis with nature and the natural world. From each of these elements - art and architecture, nature and the vibrant countryside - we worked to create a design that celebrates Cambodia.
Design was derived from an investigation of Khmer culture and the natural beauty of Cambodia.
We felt that this site required a response that was forceful without being overtly masculine. The “evocative curves” of the Khmer Apsara dancers served as inspiration for the shaping of tower, in particular the intricate hand movements and gestures - studied, exacting, beautiful.
The arrival experience begins with a waterfall that breaks through the canopy and into the gardens that surround the space.
Crossing over this stream on a wooden footbridge, residents enter into the modern lobby space, shaped by an undulating wall of glass. The flow of water is evident in the rolling screens that provide texture and privacy.
Perched high above the city, a residents’ lounge overlooks the pool deck and provides a stunning view of the river.
The deck features outdoor dining and has continuity with the business center, spa, and fitness area via internal circulation. An Infinity-edge pool melds with the river below.
Units have been planned to flow gracefully.
Layouts were designed for the modern lifestyle—open floor plans to accommodate both entertaining and family life, with just the right amount of privacy. We strove to turn a residential apartment into a real home and to capture the details of life in the details of the architecture.
The stunning penthouse views and wraparound deck set a high bar for luxury living in Southeast Asia.
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