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Sky-High Rooftop Gardens

This Oasis Skyscraper Won the Taiwan Tower Competition

— November 26, 2011 — Art & Design
The winner of the Taiwan Tower Competition for the city of Taichung is this beautiful structure designed by Sou Fujimoto Architects.

Featuring an expanse of greenery at its very top, this building will offer urbanites a welcome retreat from the crowded city below. Its rooftop garden rises above many of the surrounding buildings, creating a gorgeous skyline and view for many of Taichung's residents. As Evolo states, the skyscraper "reintroduces the beauty of nature into the urban fabric."

With an innovative facade that comprises LED lights to recreate the effect of a starry sky or Chinese lanterns, this incredible building must have been a shoe-in for the Taiwan Tower Competition. It also features green elements, including a rainwater harvesting system, solar hot water panels and wind turbines.
Trend Themes
1. Green Skyscrapers - The trend of incorporating rooftop gardens and sustainable elements in skyscrapers to provide urbanites with nature-based retreats.
2. Urban Oasis - The trend of creating serene and green spaces in the midst of crowded cities, offering a respite for residents.
3. Natural Integration - The trend of reintroducing the beauty of nature into the urban fabric through architecture and design.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Opportunity for architects to explore innovative designs that incorporate rooftop gardens, sustainable elements, and natural integration into skyscrapers.
2. Urban Planning - Opportunity for urban planners to create spaces that prioritize greenery and provide residents with urban oases in dense city environments.
3. Sustainable Construction - Opportunity for sustainable construction companies to provide solutions such as rainwater harvesting systems, solar panels, and wind turbines for green skyscrapers.
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