Sponge city
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Project • By Beta Realities • Residential Landscape
Oberer Schaltengarten Neuendettelsau
Design Concept: Harmonious Integration of Block Structure and Nature
Objective
This project aims to create an innovative neighborhood that merges urban density with the quality of surrounding natural spaces. A key focus is the establishment of a car-free community, supported by modern mobility solutions and centralized infrastructure.
Block Structure and Development
The urban design is based on a block structure inspired by the existing neighborhood. This ensures a clear and organized development that integrates seamlessly into the city's existing layout. The block structure allows for efficient land use and provides space for communal facilities and residential buildings. Additionally, the green spaces and cycling paths are integrated... More
Project • By Arsomslip Community and Environmental Architect • Masterplans
Benjakitti Forest Park
Benjakitti Park is an urban park located in the former Tobacco factory area, owned by The Treasury Department, Ministry of Finance. The site covers 720,000 sq.m. After The Tobacco factory was relocated, the site was developed to become an urban park in Bangkok.
Royal Thai Army - 1st Development Division
The design concepts are, firstly, to improve public understanding and knowledge about the ecology, forest, hydrology, and environment to the urban community. Secondly, to become ‘Initiative’ of Ecological Park Development. Lastly, to serve the urban communities and preserve the ecological environment of the city retaining the 128,000 cu.m. of water in the rainy season and producing clean water 1,600 cu.m./ day.
Royal Tha... More
News • News • 31 Oct 2023
Archi-Tectonics completes a dynamic hybrid stadium concept for the Hangzhou Asian Games 2023
Designed as an architectural focal point at the Hangzhou Asian Games 2023 Park, the Hybrid Main Stadium by Archi-Tectonics is a 35,000 square meter structure with a seating capacity of 5,000. Featuring intersecting ellipses that create fluid connections between interior and exterior spaces, the proposal accommodates not only sports events but also concert hall/event spaces intended to serve Hangzhou long after the Games are finished.
SFAP
Alongside its distinctive geometry, the project prioritizes sustainable practices and material choices. This includes utilizing renewable or recycled materials such as repurposed brass for the exterior façade and bamboo cladding throughout the stadium’s interior. The use of br... More
News • News • 14 Sep 2023
Archi-Tectonics and !melk complete an Eco Park Master Plan for Hangzhou 2022 and beyond
New York-based firms Archi-Tectonics and !melk, in collaboration with the Local Design Institute at ZIAD in Hangzhou, have completed a master plan that forms part of the 19th Asian Games: Hangzhou 2022. Postponed due to Covid-19, the Asian Games 2022 take place in Hangzhou, China, from 23rd September to 8th October 2023. (The Games are a huge undertaking and constitute the second-largest international athletics competition after the Olympics.)
SFAP: Shao Feng Photography Shanghai
Located on a 116-acre (47-hectare) site, the master plan consists of seven buildings and an eco park, set amidst Hangzhou’s dense and fast-growing urban fabric. When designing the buildings and park, architectural studio Archi-Tectonics and lan... More