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Eco Concrete Structures

This Water Treatment Facility is Functional and Visually Stunning

— April 26, 2014 — Eco
Water treatment facilities are never usually known for their architectural prowess, but this beautifully designed water treatment facility has a grassy fin roof and looks like a sculptural masterpiece.

The Columbia Boulevard Wastewater Treatment Plant is located in Portland, Oregon, and was originally built in 1950 but recently created new office facilities designed by Skylab Architecture.

The new single-storey building has a green roof to collect rainwater via seven concrete fins—which feature an integrated collection system that take the collected water to the Columbia Slough waterway—and a curved structure designed in a way to trace the sunlight.

“Inspired by the native landscape and its industrial past, the building is an elegant combination of landform, indigenous planting, formal geometry, and durable construction systems that support staff and the public interface,” says the architect.


Trend Themes
1. Sustainable Architecture - The design of the water treatment facility showcases the trend of sustainable architecture, emphasizing the importance of integrating environmentally friendly features into buildings and infrastructure.
2. Green Roofs - The green roof of the facility demonstrates the growing trend of implementing green roofs in construction, offering opportunities for companies specializing in green roof installation and maintenance.
3. Functional Aesthetics - The visually stunning design of the water treatment facility highlights the trend of combining functionality with aesthetics, creating opportunities for architects and designers to create inspiring and functional structures.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - The innovative design of the water treatment facility presents opportunities for architects to explore new approaches in the integration of sustainable features into their projects.
2. Construction - The use of concrete fins and curved structures in the water treatment facility opens up possibilities for construction companies to experiment with innovative and visually appealing building techniques.
3. Green Infrastructure - The incorporation of a green roof and rainwater collection system in the facility highlights the potential for growth in the green infrastructure industry, with opportunities for companies specializing in sustainable water management.
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