Plot 9 is a masterplan including an eco-village, art center, hotels, home accommodations and local shops. The whole composition is a sequence along dam and river meander. The project is to be seen with higher aim to achieve a global composition in the organic local landscape including art program and green activities.
The botanic garden building is one of the 5 iconic buildings that composes the masterplan. It does create a large public indoor space as an exhibition center and will be both for educational and playful purposes. It is a space to discover new plants and special species. Exhibition and café will be organized at the ground floor. A mezzanine level will provide an overview.
The ellipsoid shape of the building is integrated to the whole landscape and masterplan strategy. It is constructed as a lightweight structure composed by long span arched and stabilized by a cables network. The glass is facetted and follow the overall shape. By night, the building will be enlighted and will create an iconic signal within the whole development.
