Porous concrete is used for the facade of the building, which is covered in plants set into niches and irrigated by a misting system. Rainwater is collected from the green roof and grey water is recycled to provide water for toilet flushing and irrigation. The network of pipes is integrated into the architecture as an aesthetic feature as well as a functional one — for example, water pipes are used as handrails along staircases.
The living wall and green roof act as a buffering skin for the building and serve to insulate the interiors and reduce noise. Plants were chosen based upon both their aesthetics and growing capabilities – some were chosen to provide shade, while others crawl over the surface of the building providing a layer of humidity for other plants.
Lead Image © Nelson Kon
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