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Four Futuristic Vertical Farm Concepts That Defy

Gravity
August 02, 2013
Living in a city has increased demand for locally grown food, but it certainly makes it harder for residents to obtain
that kind of produce. Some architects and designers have been dreaming up the best way to bring fresh food into our
cities, and be as eco-friendly as possible while doing it. Here are some of the biggest and most intense concepts for
the next vertical farms that could pop up in a city near you.

New York Breathing Machine Superskyscraper by IAD

This superskyscraper developed by Independent Architectural Diplomacy (IAD) combines commercial and
recreational space to create a net-positive structure that would serve uptown Manhattan. Indoor spaces such as
private offices and a hotel are linked by a spiral pathways of outdoor gardens that are the lung of the building. The
skyscraper achieves carbon neutrality by using solar panels and microturbines within the building plan that use
natural conduction flows. Temperature flow of interior and exterior portions of the building are managed by a
ventilated ETFE skin built into the facades framework that takes advantage of good weather conditions. Even the
type of foliage has been taken into accountthe vertical gardens will include perennial trees and conifers to protect
against winds and avoid a wind-tunnel effect within the structural open spaces.

The Billboard Park by EFGH Architectural Design Studio

The Billboard Park is a concept by the New York based EFGH Architectural Design Studio to create a recreational
landscape in the industrial area of Rosario, Argentina. The design uses both vertical and horizontal space with its

honeycomb structure, forming an interactive piece that offers views of the Paran River and vertical gardens. The
green side of Billboard Park, which uses a soil-free growth medium to sustain its vertical garden, faces the river, and
the asphalt side faces the highway and surrounding neighborhood.

EDITT Tower by TR Hamzah & Yeang

Not only does TR Hamzah & Yeangs design for the Ecological Design In The Tropics (EDITT) Tower have nearly half
of the buildings surface area covered in organic, local vegetation, the designs also lay out how the 26-story
skyscraper will be built out of recycled and recyclable materials. In addition, 855 square meters of this tower will be
covered with solar panels that are projected to produce enough energy to satisfy 40 percent of the buildings needs.
The building will also have a rain water harvesting system to power the internal piping and feed the vegetation, and it
will include an energy plant to convert human sewage into biogas.

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Amazon Biosphere: Retailer Gets Glass Dome Headquarters
Article by Steph, filed under Offices & Commercial in the Architecture category.

How much more creative could you be if you were working in a stunning faceted glass dome
every day? Some lucky Amazon workers will get to find out, as the City of Seattles design
panel has approved plans for new structures at the companys headquarters. Designed by
international firm NBBJ, the project will consist of three connected biospheres with a steel
framework.

Each of the 25 to 35-meter-high biospheres will offer five floors of flexible work spaces along
with about 65,000 square feet of open green space with both new and mature trees. The
futuristic-looking design is meant to feel like a public park, and will be part of a larger green
space known as Block 19.

The geometric pattern of the steel is is called a Catalan Skin, based on a pattern of
numbers in mathematics. The resulting shapes look a bit like sand dollars.

Not everyone is a fan of the planned additions. Curbed Seattle saidOur initial thought was
that they resembled spores, slowly growing and spreading across the city until they encase
all our trees.

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The Dragonfly by Vincent Callebaut

This 100% self-sufficient energy building design by Vincent Callebaut can accomodate up to 28 different agricultural
fields, allowing it to produce all kinds of fruits, vegetables, grains, meat, and dairy. The concept is designed for
Roosevelt Island close to Manhattan and spans 132 floors and 600 vertical meters that combine offices, research
labs, and housing with orchards, farms, and food production rooms. The steel and glass wings of the structure will
be used for plant and animal farming to maintain proper soil nutrient levels and allow for the reuse of biowaste, and
the spaces in between the wings take take advantage of solar energy by collecting warm air in the exo-structure
during the winter.

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McEuen Park Concept Plan Public Questionnaire

1.
Thank you for taking the time to answer the following questions about the McEuen Park Concept Plan.
Please provide your NAME, ADDRESS, and E-MAIL at end of survey, in order to allow your responses to
be accurately counted and allow us to respond to questions you may have.

Front Street Promenade/Parking/Freedom Fountain- This area along the

north side of the park concept plan incorporates several critical design
considerations that set the framework from which the layout of the park
and its activities have been structured.

1. PEDESTRIAN CONNECTIONS are proposed at 4th Street between

Sherman and Front Street and along Front Street between 2nd & 3rd.
These strong physical and visual pedestrian connections to Sherman
Avenue and to Independence Point / City Park will be closed to day-today traffic, but open to emergency, service and buses.
These corridors will have a definite pedestrian feel and streetscape
elements, promoting a safer more pleasant connection from the park to
other areas of town.
Please indicate your opinion of this design concept:

PEDESTRIAN CONNECTIONS are proposed at 4th Street between Sherman and Front Street and along Front Street

and to Independence Point / City Park will be closed to day-to-day traffic, but open to emergency, service and buses. These

pleasant connection from the park to other areas of town. Please indicate your opinion of this design concept: Strongly Agr
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

2. FRONT STREET PROMENADE is located along the south side of Front

Ave and will remain as 2-way traffic, but will have increased parking on
the north curb in a diagonal layout (78 spaces) vs. todays parallel
parking (40 spaces).
The south side of Front St. will be widened between 30ft. to 50ft.,
allowing for increased opportunities of seating, activities, public art,
views and access into the park, signage and streetscape elements.

FRONT STREET PROMENADE is located along the south side of Front Ave and will remain as 2-way traffic, but will h
parking (40 spaces). The south side of Front St. will be widened between 30ft. to 50ft., allowing for increased opportunities
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

3. STACKED PARKING located under Front Ave. provides 950 spaces, an

increase of 420 from the existing 530 space, Diamond Lot parking. This
two level parking deck is accessed from 3rd St. & 6th St. and open to the
park.
This concept allows open park to be increased by nearly 5 acres.

STACKED PARKING located under Front Ave. provides 950 spaces, an increase of 420 from the existing 530 space, D
park. This concept allows open park to be increased by nearly 5 acres. Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree

Strongly Disagree

4. FREEDOM FOUNTAIN is located south of 4th St. & Front Avenue at the
primary pedestrian access point into the park. This water feature would
approach 12 acre in size and allow for movement through the fountain
for access to different areas of the park.
It is intended to be viewed both night and day and could have
impressive fountains, jets and streams of water choreographed at
different times or for scheduled events. It becomes a signature element
within the park.

FREEDOM FOUNTAIN is located south of 4th St. & Front Avenue at the primary pedestrian access point into the park.

for access to different areas of the park. It is intended to be viewed both night and day and could have impressive fountains
signature element within the park. Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree

Strongly Disagree

Grand Plaza/Lakeside Promenade/Public Mooring Docks- The western

region of the park concept proposes a large, hard surfaced gathering
area where public events of significant size could occur. This area offers
park users the chance to experience the waterfront both physically and
visually during organized or informal activities. New public mooring
docks are proposed that could double the existing count.

5. EVENTS such as Farmers Markets, Arts/Crafts Fairs, Auto/Boat

Shows, Public and Seasonal Celebrations are just some activities that
could occur within the Grand Plaza.

EVENTS such as Farmers Markets, Arts/Crafts Fairs, Auto/Boat Shows, Public and Seasonal Celebrations are just so
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

6. THE VETERANS MEMORIAL and Hydroplane Memorial are proposed

to have locations of significance within the Grand Plaza.

THE VETERANS MEMORIAL and Hydroplane Memorial are proposed to have locations of significance within the Gra
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

7. IMPROVED CONNECTIONS TO THE FLOATING BOARDWALK are

proposed; including the possibility of a bridge as a more direct linkage.

IMPROVED CONNECTIONS TO THE FLOATING BOARDWALK are proposed; including the possibility of a bridge as
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

8. Urban Water features are proposed in selected locations near the

Grand Plaza and along the Park pathway system, adding movement,
sound, and interest to the spaces.
Urban Water features are proposed in selected locations near the Grand Plaza and along the Park pathway system,
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

9. PUBLIC ART in selected locations within the Grand Plaza and the
Lakefront Promenade are proposed.

PUBLIC ART in selected locations within the Grand Plaza and the Lakefront Promenade are proposed. Strongly Agre
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

10. TERRACED, WATERFRONT SEATING is proposed at an area where

the seawall has been modified. This will allow for formal and informal
gatherings or events, doubling as an Ice Skating Rink during the winter
months. A winter canopy would protect ice while providing indirect
lighting for evening skating.

TERRACED, WATERFRONT SEATING is proposed at an area where the seawall has been modified. This will allow fo
months. A winter canopy would protect ice while providing indirect lighting for evening skating. Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

11. THE HARBOR HOUSE would function to administer activities at the

public mooring docks, as a location for Park sponsored events or
programs, a display for events scheduled to be held in the Park, as an
information center for maps of the Park and Tubbs Hill and potentially as
a concession location.

THE HARBOR HOUSE would function to administer activities at the public mooring docks, as a location for Park spo
center for maps of the Park and Tubbs Hill and potentially as a concession location. Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

12. New Public Mooring Docks are proposed to double the current
count. The new layout would provide for a safe separation of boaters
and swimmers and incorporate a fishing pier.

New Public Mooring Docks are proposed to double the current count. The new layout would provide for a safe separat
Agree

Disagree
Strongly Disagree

13. IMPROVED TUBBS HILL TRAILHEAD is proposed that could include

a waterfall as a significant feature. Modifications to the Trails gradient s
would provide for an accessible trail segment for users of all abilities.

IMPROVED TUBBS HILL TRAILHEAD is proposed that could include a waterfall as a significant feature. Modifications
Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

Multi-Use and Open Play Area/Pavilion/Childrens Play Area - At the

center of the Park, the concept proposes the Parks largest open area.
This space is intended to provide for many varied uses, accommodating
both small and large group events and activities.
A new Park Pavilion will be located in specific relationship to this space
and to a new Childrens Play area. Gardens and Park Pathways,
including the Centennial Trail will be integral to this space.

14. GRASSED AMPHITHEATER is proposed at the southeaster edge of

the Freedom Fountain. It is large enough to accommodate over 2000
spectators for large public events, such as movies in the Park, Music
Events, Car Shows, etc. Tubbs Hill would be the backdrop to an informal
stage area.

GRASSED AMPHITHEATER is proposed at the southeaster edge of the Freedom Fountain. It is large enough to acco
Car Shows, etc. Tubbs Hill would be the backdrop to an informal stage area. Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree

Strongly Disagree

15. OPEN PLAY AREA for informal pick-up games of softball, soccer and
football, Frisbee games, kite flying, and other activities could occur in
this space as well as large group gatherings for Food Fairs, Art in the
Park, or a McEuen Music Festival.
Leisure use and activities such as Bocce Ball are proposed. Community
or School programs could be accommodated such as physical fitness
programs or park sponsored lessons like cross country skiing or snow
shoeing.

OPEN PLAY AREA for informal pick-up games of softball, soccer and football, Frisbee games, kite flying, and other ac

a McEuen Music Festival. Leisure use and activities such as Bocce Ball are proposed. Community or School programs cou
country skiing or snow shoeing. Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

16. THE PARK TRAIL SYSTEM will provide access to the space. A new
Park pathway at the base of Tubbs Hill would provide access from the
western to the eastern reaches of the Park. The Centennial Trail
traverses the Park at the north of this space. Pocket Gardens would be
located in selected areas accenting the Parks trails system.

THE PARK TRAIL SYSTEM will provide access to the space. A new Park pathway at the base of Tubbs Hill would prov

Park at the north of this space. Pocket Gardens would be located in selected areas accenting the Parks trails system. St
Agree

Disagree
Strongly Disagree

17. A PARK PAVILION is proposed at the eastern edge of the open play
area. It could be reserved to accommodate single groups of 200 people
or be used by smaller groups in separated sections of the structure.
Weddings, family reunions, picnics and other ceremonies could be held
here.
The Pavilion will be furnished with public restrooms. Its relationship to
the childrens play area will allow for parental supervision and its
location related to parking will allow for easy access by all. Activities
could occur both day and night. With the incorporation of a fireplace, the
structure could support winter activities as a warming location.

A PARK PAVILION is proposed at the eastern edge of the open play area. It could be reserved to accommodate single

Weddings, family reunions, picnics and other ceremonies could be held here. The Pavilion will be furnished with public rest
related to parking will allow for easy access by all. Activities could occur both day and night. With the incorporation of a firep
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

18. CHILDRENS PLAY AREA is proposed adjacent the Pavilion near the
Library. It is intended to be developed for use by children of all abilities.
Various structures and apparatus will be combined to provide a varied
play experience.
Appropriate ground surface materials will meet safety requirements. A
Spray Pad is suggested near the Play Area. Both the Pavilion and the
Childrens Play Area are situated to take advantage of retaining as many
existing large trees as possible.

CHILDRENS PLAY AREA is proposed adjacent the Pavilion near the Library. It is intended to be developed for use by

experience. Appropriate ground surface materials will meet safety requirements. A Spray Pad is suggested near the Play A
many existing large trees as possible. Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree

Strongly Disagree

Open Play/ Court Games/Skate Park/Tubbs Hill Trail Head are proposed
at the eastern most area of the Park and include more active, hard
surfaced and court-sport games such as Basketball, Tennis, and Pickle
Ball. Parking for over 200 cars is proposed south of City Hall. A pocket
Dog Park is proposed adjacent the main pathway at the base of Tubbs
Hill. A new eastern Trailhead for access to Tubbs Hill is also proposed.

19. THE CENTENNIAL TRAIL will move through this area of the Park,
connecting with other park trails, transitioning eastward to its present
location on Mullan Avenue and continuing westward eventually
connecting to Front Avenue at 3rd Street.

THE CENTENNIAL TRAIL will move through this area of the Park, connecting with other park trails, transitioning eastw
Front Avenue at 3rd Street. Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

20. THE NEW SKATE PARK is needed in the community. A facility within
McEuen Park would provide updated facilities from those currently
located near Memorial Field. The noise and energy associated with this
activity suggests that the most appropriate location is at the Parks
perimeter near court games.

THE NEW SKATE PARK is needed in the community. A facility within McEuen Park would provide updated facilities fro
suggests that the most appropriate location is at the Parks perimeter near court games. Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

21. TWO FULL SIZE BASKETBALL COURTS would be an upgrade from

those present at McEuen today.

TWO FULL SIZE BASKETBALL COURTS would be an upgrade from those present at McEuen today. Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

22. TWO TENNIS COURTS AND 4 PICKLE BALL COURTS are proposed.
These facilities will be fenced with 10 ft. high chain link fences.

TWO TENNIS COURTS AND 4 PICKLE BALL COURTS are proposed. These facilities will be fenced with 10 ft. high c
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

23. A FENCED DOG PARK will be adjacent the main Park Pathway and is
situated with fairly close proximity to new parking. The off-leash dog run
will provide for a need that exists in this area of town.

A FENCED DOG PARK will be adjacent the main Park Pathway and is situated with fairly close proximity to new parkin
Agree

Disagree
Strongly Disagree

24. Development of an EASTERN TRAILHEAD T ACCESS TUBBS HILL is

proposed at this end of the Park. A Waterfall feature is also suggested to
be an accent element, similar to the western Trailhead. The trail
gradients would accommodate a route that is accessible to Park users
of all abilities.
This trail would traverse the north face of Tubbs Hill, connecting to the
western trailhead. It could have designated stopping or viewing
locations as part of the trail experience.

Development of an EASTERN TRAILHEAD T ACCESS TUBBS HILL is proposed at this end of the Park. A Waterfall fe

gradients would accommodate a route that is accessible to Park users of all abilities. This trail would traverse the north face
locations as part of the trail experience. Strongly Agree
Agree
Disagree
Strongly Disagree

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To address the need of eco friendly public facilities, Soyoung Park has been designed an Econology Life
Bicycle Shelter. This bicycle shelter concept combines 2 important elements in humans life : nature and
technology. The green space and morphological characteristics that rise from surface of the land symbolically
express nature within surrounding environment. An electronic media wall helps all bicycle riders with its
navigation that consumes minimal electricity with the use of solar panels. A great shelter for your bicycle or
just to hangout.
Designer : Soyoung Park (Hyundai E&C), Song-Young You (Hyundai E&C), Jae-Hong Lee (Spacetalk)

Eco-Transitional Urbanism in Taiwan, China by Maxthreads

Architectural Design and Planning
July 31st, 2012 by Sumit Singhal

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The vision responds to the extending aim of positioning Taiwan in general, and Tainan city in particular,
as a major historical based tourism destination, contributing Taiwans economic diversification from its
current infrastructure lead planning system.

Urban Park - Arial view

Architects: Maxthreads Architectural Design and Planning

Project: Eco-Transitional Urbanism

Location: Taiwan, China

Prize: Second Prize

Project Team:Max Yang, David Millar, SamyaKako

Proposal For: International Urban Design Competition Urban Redevelopment Project at

Tainan Main Station Area, Taiwan

Competition Organisers: Bureau of Development Tainan City Government,Taiwan (R.O.C.)&

INTA(International Urban Development Association).

Software used: Rhino, 3ds Max, Adobe package

Urban Park - Area view

Tainan main station master plan is imagined as a cultural based community and nature intervention,
with sustainable residential development and the potential for natural habitat areas. It aims to be a
cultural and vibrant edutainment intervention as well as a secluded haven of peace and tranquillity.
Tainan main station is conceived as a new gateway of Taiwans history.

Station platform - Preservation view

The proposal aims to reconcile community and biodiversity. It will act as an eco-transitional urban
device, transferring and linking the diversity of the surrounding urban districts and programmes. The
concept behind the master plan proposal derives from the areas original function as transportation
node. The proposal will maintain the areas historical identity, whilst providing a boundary free and a
self-sufficient urban planning, incorporating a number of sustainability systems.

Station platform - night view

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Cultural district view

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Urban Park Arial view

Urban Park Area view

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Station platform Preservation view

Station platform night view

Night view

Masterplan

Masterplan Layers Diagram

Masterplan

Ecological park arial view

Design Strategy Diagram

Cultural district view

Circulation Diagram

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