The highest landmark in the Valencia skyline, the Ikon apartment building

Visionary architect Ricardo Bofill was known for his dynamic approach to redefining space and style, centered around the centrality of the human scale. Upon his death in January 2022, at the age of 82, the architectural world mourned the loss of one of its contemporary greats. Yet Bofill's work lives on, both in the buildings he created and in the drawings he left behind, such as those for the Icons in Valencia.

In 1986, Ricardo Bofill designed the Turia Gardens, a large linear park that unified the urban fabric and revolutionized its urban planning. As a result of this transformation, Valencia has distinguished itself with innovation and creativity, so much so that it was chosen as the World Design Capital in 2022. Now, Ikon by Kronos Homes, Bofill's latest skyscraper, completes the circle of the city's modernization and creates a new landmark on its skyline.

Ikon is Ricardo Bofill's personal vision, interpreting the cosmopolitan essence of the Mediterranean and translating it into architecture. One- to four-bedroom apartments and ultra-luxurious penthouses offer unparalleled views of Valencia. Large windows flood each apartment, as do terraces with glass balustrades, providing uninterrupted views of the city skyline. Spectacular views stretch from the sea to the mountains. Furthermore, the 110-meter-long building houses a magnificent swimming pool with a solarium, gym, and social area for connoisseurs. The pool design creates the impression that Ikon emerges from the water, like a lighthouse on the skyline of the modern metropolis of Valencia.

In architecture, Bofill's love of light and shadow has long been a key feature of his work. This is certainly the case with Ikon, whose façade was inspired by the golden light that floods the city. Pure dynamism in the blend of curves and edges culminates in the upper levels, where the structure emerges from the whole, becoming a striking feature. A sculpture that stands out against the city skyline and captivates with the blue sky as part of the building.

"I'm delighted to have had the opportunity to work with Ricardo Bofill and bring one of his latest projects to life. The Ikon is not only the tallest tower in Valencia, but also one of its most iconic. The Ikon is a symbol of the city's modernity, but above all, it represents the legacy of a legendary architect," says Saïd Hejal, Partner and CEO of Kronos Real Estate Group.

Bofill's work includes some of the most impressive postmodern projects in Europe, America, and North Africa, such as Kafka Castle and Walden 7 in Catalonia, La Muralla Roja in Alicante, and Axe Majeur in Paris, as well as 77 West Wacker Drive in Chicago and Mohammed VI Polytechnic University in Morocco.

Located next to the Palacio de Congresos in Valencia, the two Ikon towers are 30 and 14 stories high respectively and house 142 and 61 apartments respectively.

For more information about Icons, please visit: www.kronoshomes.com

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