British architect Alexander Balchin created this futuristic city, which is suspended above the earth's surface using hyper-durable poles. This unique concept was created in an attempt to address the urban density of communities.
As Hong Kong's urbanization continues to expand, Alexander foresees the future as a vertical expansion. This 'Community in the Sky' is suspended above the existing buildings of Hong Kong.
The idea for this futuristic concept is to create a system of sky bridges that will connect to residential and commercial blocks. These blocks will be hoisted into the air and with pillar-like beams that emerge from the ground below. As the population of high-density cities continues to expand, the Community in the Sky is a realistic concept that could prove to be a city-saving initiative.
What's Driving This Trend
- Vertical Urbanization
- Creating cities that expand upwards instead of outwards, utilizing vertical spaces for residential and commercial purposes.
- Sky Bridges
- Implementing a network of bridges suspended above cities to connect high-rise buildings and improve accessibility.
- Hyper-durable Architecture
- Developing resilient and long-lasting building materials and structures capable of withstanding the demands of suspended cities.
Who This Affects Most
- Urban Development
- Exploring innovative approaches to urban planning and designing sustainable communities for vertical expansion.
- Construction and Engineering
- Developing expertise in constructing and maintaining suspended structures and sky bridges for future urban environments.
- Materials Science
- Advancing research and development of hyper-durable materials and architectural solutions specifically designed for suspended cities.
