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The Rise of Sustainable Cities: Eco Community Towers and Vertical Farming

Category: Landscape & Urbanism

Skills: Rhino, Photoshop, SketchUp, AutoCAD, InDesign, V-Ray, Lumion

"From Waste to Wonder: Transforming Pallikarnai Marshland through Eco-Community Tower Innovation" The brazen dumping of over 4500 tons of garbage daily in the ecologically-sensitive Pallikarnai marshland has reached alarming proportions. With the vital rainwater conduit reduced from 6000 hectares in the 1960s to a mere 593 hectares in 2012, officials have admitted that current source segregation initiatives have been unsuccessful. In response, an innovative solution aims to not only treat the garbage disposal problem but also create an eco-community tower that hosts multiple functions to restore and develop the ecology of its contextual environment. Join the movement towards a waste-free and sustainable future.

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Nature-Inspired Architecture: Aero-Dynamic Skyscraper Design Based on Growing Plant Bud Shapes

Drawing inspiration from the growing bud shapes of plants, a generative form has emerged with essential geometry that not only captures the beauty of nature but also incorporates aero-dynamical features. Taking into account the heavy wind factor in the vicinity of the site, located near the Pallikaranai marshland, this architectural masterpiece seamlessly blends functionality and aesthetics to create a sustainable and environmentally conscious skyscraper. The design represents a harmonious marriage between nature and architecture, paving the way for a greener and more eco-friendly future.

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Vanishing Treasure: Pallikarnai Wetland, Chennai's Last Natural Wetland Ecosystem

Once sprawling over an area of 80 square kilometers, the Pallikarnai wetland in Chennai, India is a true marvel of nature. However, with rapid urbanization and human intervention, this once vibrant ecosystem has been reduced to a mere 80 square kilometers, with only a small fraction remaining as a natural wetland. As the only surviving wetland ecosystem in the city and among the last remaining in South India, the loss of this precious resource is a sad reminder of our impact on the environment. Let us not forget the beauty and value of nature and work towards preserving what remains for future generations to cherish.

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Revolutionary Eco-Tower Design: Harnessing Nature's Power for Optimal Airflow

In a stunning example of form meets function, the innovative design of this eco-tower leverages the power of the Bernoulli effect to enhance airflow and promote sustainability. Facing the marshland, the tower's top portion is expertly crafted to create a negative pressure inside, drawing in air from the surrounding environment. The vertical component of the tower boasts a diverse range of functions, strategically arranged to optimize the building's environmental impact. Inspired by the shape of a growing bud, the tower's block program features a center passageway for the stack effect, allowing hot air to rise and escape from the tower's center, creating a continuous flow of cool, fresh air throughout the building. This architectural marvel showcases the possibilities of combining design and nature to create a truly extraordinary and environmentally-sensitive structure.

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Site Plan- Powering the Future: An Architectural Marvel of Sustainability and Innovation

At the heart of this breathtaking architectural masterpiece lies a commitment to sustainability and innovation. The sludges from the nearby dump yard are carefully processed and transformed into bio-gas and electricity, which are then expertly harnessed to power the entire site. The service floors of the towers act as a hub for the distribution of this energy, seamlessly integrating function and form in a way that is both awe-inspiring and practical. To ensure the comfort and tranquility of residents and visitors alike, a buffer zone of lush greenery surrounds the site, absorbing any noise from the gas converters and creating a serene oasis in the heart of the bustling city. This stunning display of architectural prowess is a true testament to the potential of sustainable design and its ability to shape a greener future for generations to come.

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Designing the Skyscraper of Tomorrow: An Eco-Tower Built for Sustainability

The tower's vertical component is a feat of functional design, with carefully arranged block programs that promote optimal air movement throughout the building. From the bottom to the top, the tower boasts a diverse range of functions, including bio-gas and electricity conversion, and a hub for the distribution of energy throughout the site. As visitors approach the site, they are greeted by a lush buffer zone of greenery, creating an oasis of tranquility in the heart of the bustling city. Inside the tower, every detail has been considered, from the stack effect allowing hot air to rise and escape from the tower's center, to the carefully arranged block programs that optimize air flow and minimize environmental impact. This eco-tower is a stunning example of what is possible when architecture meets sustainability, and a beacon of hope for a greener future.

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Programs and functions

This eco-tower is a stunning example of the future of sustainable architecture, combining cutting-edge technology with innovative design to create a building that is not only visually striking, but also environmentally conscious. By incorporating vertical farming and indoor recycling into its design, this tower demonstrates that sustainable living can be achieved without sacrificing comfort or convenience. This skyscraper not only features an aerodynamic design and innovative waste management system, but also prioritizes sustainable indoor farming. Its vertical farms use hydroponic and aeroponic technologies to grow fresh produce without soil or excess water, creating a truly self-sufficient urban agriculture system.

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The future education - Tower 1

The vertical farming institution campus in a skyscraper is a state-of-the-art facility designed to promote sustainable urban agriculture. It features cutting-edge vertical farming systems that use hydroponic and aeroponic technologies to grow fresh produce in a controlled environment, without soil or excess water. Additionally, the campus houses educational facilities, research labs, and community spaces, making it a hub for sustainable innovation and learning. Incorporating sustainable design elements such as green roofs and rainwater harvesting systems further reduces its impact on the environment. This innovative campus represents the future of sustainable urban agriculture and community-based educatio

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Growing Beyond Limits

An innovative indoor farming research lab promoting sustainable urban agriculture through hydroponic and aeroponic technologies in an eco-friendly, state-of-the-art design.

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The Green Oasis - Indoor farming shopping mall. Tower -2

An indoor farming mall integrating sustainable agriculture and retail in a vertical environment. With a diverse range of crops grown using innovative technology, this mall creates a welcoming space for community members to shop and learn about urban farming.

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The Sky Garden - Tower 2

Mall with a stunning architectural atrium, bringing natural light into the vertical farm. With a range of crops and a community garden, this mall offers a unique shopping and educational experience, promoting sustainability and healthy living in an urban environment.

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Green Heights - Tower 2

An indoor farming skyscraper that connects the community through sustainable food production. With community gardens, a farmer's market, and educational programs, this building cultivates a sense of community and encourages healthy living in an urban environment.

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Building a Thriving Urban Community - Tower 2

This groundbreaking skyscraper prioritizes community gardening and biodiversity alongside its advanced waste management and vertical farming features. The tower's innovative design creates a welcoming space for the community to engage in sustainable gardening practices, while an indoor recycling plant converts waste into valuable resources for the garden.

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The Eco Nexus - Amenity Spaces - Tower 2

Skyscraper that blends sustainability, community, and diversity. With vertical farming, indoor recycling plants, and amenity spaces, this building offers a unique living experience. The community garden and green spaces foster a sense of community and promote a healthy lifestyle, while also reducing the building's carbon footprint.

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The Green Haven - Tower 2

Designed to prioritize residential living, featuring eco-friendly indoor farming, recycling plants, and communal green spaces. The design maximizes natural light and ventilation, reducing energy consumption. The Sky Haven is a model for sustainable urban living.

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Vertical Oasis - Tower 3

A Skyscraper Eco-Community with Farm-to-Table Restaurant" - This architectural marvel features state-of-the-art vertical farming and indoor recycling plant, alongside an eco-community with stunning residential houses and an on-site restaurant serving fresh produce from the vertical farm.

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Physical Model

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Samuvel Benhursha Bernadsha ThanaEdison