# Cubical Garden Structures This Massive Garden Tower Features Alternating Botanical Balconies By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-08-20 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-tower References: [alexanderchalkidis](http://alexanderchalkidis.com/design/?p=109293) & [poojaventures](http://www.poojaventures.com/) Architecture studio Penda designed this [large botanical building](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/volante) called the Vijayawada Garden Tower. The high-rise residential project uses a beautiful modular effect that reveals [alternating gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderwoods-vertical-forest). Each lush garden is presented on a different balcony which creates a checkered pattern. The inspiration for this foliage-covered housing unit came from the idea to create a natural living space. All of the foliage is maintained through the use of a [graywater supply system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hydroponic-tower). This system collects rainwater and distributes it to each of the gardens. The elegant Vijayawada Garden Tower displays a unique way to combine architecture and nature in one cohesive living space. The all-white building is paired well with the abundance of greenery, which also provides each of its tenants with clean air. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modular Botanical Architecture:** Designing buildings that seamlessly incorporate green spaces using modular structures. - **Graywater Supply Systems:** Developing water collection and distribution systems that maximize conservation and sustainability for urban green spaces. - **Vertical Gardens:** Creating multi-level gardens along building facades that promote sustainable living and enhance the environment. ### Where This Applies - **Architecture:** The architecture industry could leverage modular botanical structures to create sustainable, vertical green spaces. - **Urban Development:** Companies focused on urban development could incorporate graywater supply systems and vertical gardens to promote sustainability and clean air in city living. - **Environmental Sustainability:** Organizations focused on environmental sustainability could partner with architects to design buildings that enhance greenery and maximize conservation efforts through innovative design and engineering. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Greenery-Filled Skyscraper Terrarium](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terrarium-cheongdam.md) - [Plant-Filled Latticed Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touching-eden-house.md) - [Hotel-Based Garden Terraced Columns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pan-pacific-orchard.md) - [Planted Balcony Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-greens.md) - [Curved Green Towers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-island.md) - [Organic Striking Tower Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-leaves.md) - [Space-Saving Hydroponic Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-hydroponic-garden-tower.md) - [Forest Tower Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonderwoods-vertical-forest.md) - [Architecture-Inspired Indoor Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetment-vegetable-cultivator.md)