Nature and sustainability are a growing movement in 2019 and this can be observed in a multitude of ways — one great example is this skyscraper garden. Inserted in a 175-meter-tall tower in Singapore, this green-forward project is the work of Kohn Pedersen Fox and Architects 61.
The towering building is the site of offices, retail spaces, and the aforementioned skyscraper garden that seeks to instill balance in terms of material. The feature also answeres to Singapore's Landscape Replacement Policy which was passed in 2014. It states that "any greenery lost due to development must be replaced."
Towers traditionally have an alienating effect in the urban setting, however, this skyscraper garden introduces an element of naturality that can bring people together.
Photo Credits: Frank Pinckers, Tim Griffith
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Skyscraper Gardens
- Skyscraper gardens are becoming increasingly popular in mixed-use buildings, providing natural spaces in urban settings.
- Green Design
- Green design is a growing trend in architecture and construction, with a focus on sustainability and eco-friendliness.
- Biophilic Design
- Biophilic design, which incorporates natural elements and materials into indoor spaces, is a trend that is gaining momentum in 2019.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Architecture
- Architects have an opportunity to incorporate these trends into their design plans, creating unique and sustainable buildings that meet the needs of the community.
- Construction
- The construction industry can take advantage of these trends by using environmentally friendly materials and methods, while also creating green spaces in urban areas.
- Real Estate
- Real estate developers can capitalize on the demand for sustainable and urban living by incorporating these trends into their building plans, offering green spaces and natural elements throughout their properties.
