# Large Scale Green Communities This Plan Proposes the Largest Green Roof in the World By Christopher Magsambol | Published 2015-09-09 | Updated 2015-09-12 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/largest-green-roof References: [dezeen](http://www.dezeen.com/2015/09/09/rafael-vinoly-reveals-plans-largest-green-roof-in-world-silicon-valley-cupertino-california/) & [rvapc](http://www.rvapc.com/) Architect Rafael Vinoly has proposed to transform an old shopping area into a multipurpose development that sits beneath the world's largest green roof. The land Vinoly plans to redesign is in close proximity to both of [Apple's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foster-partners4) old and new headquarters, which is currently under construction. The prime real estate currently houses an aging mall, but Vinoly's mixed use plan wants to build a [30 acre green roof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hope-villa). The roof space will span multiple buildings and allow for various pedestrian connections. Essentially, Vinoly plans to use roofs as an extension of the community. The proposed green roof will be home to [vineyards, orchards, an amphitheater](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxeisland-farm) and playgrounds. The area under the roof will also allow for apartments, shopping and recreational spaces. A place like this can only add to the innovation, creativity and technology that is so closely linked to Silicon Valley. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Large Scale Green Communities:** Creating large-scale green communities that incorporate green roofs for multi-purpose development. - **Mixed-use Roof Spaces:** Utilizing rooftops as an extension of the community with various pedestrian connections and recreational spaces. - **Nature-inspired Urban Design:** Designing urban spaces that incorporate natural elements like vineyards, orchards, and playgrounds under green roofs. ### Where This Applies - **Real Estate Development:** Developing innovative mixed-use real estate projects that incorporate large-scale green roofs. - **Architecture and Design:** Exploring the potential for creating urban spaces that integrate green roofs for various purposes. - **Sustainable Technology:** Developing sustainable technologies to support large-scale green roof projects and maximize their benefits. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [London-Based Garden Roofscapes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roof-garden.md) - [Green Roof Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shibanee-kamal.md) - [Tree-Inspired Panelled Workspaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hood-design-studio.md) - [Clover-Style Conference Center Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zgc-international-innovation-center.md) - [Greenery-Filled Skyscraper Terrarium](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terrarium-cheongdam.md) - [Tech-Base Workspace Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foster-partners4.md) - [Multifunctional Circular Housing Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eve-park.md) - [Expansive Local Vertical Gardens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onefarm-vertical-farm.md) - [Draped Plant-Design Shopping Centers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calwer-passage.md)