Quite Picturesque! This futuristic project propels promoting green environment
Cairo, February 16: Ever imagined of a building complex covered with trees? Working in a building complex with an abundance of greenery is something the world needs in this scene of deforestation. Since people all over the globe are dealing with deforestation, this apartment, retail and office complexes covered with greenery have taken over the architecture in Cairo, Egypt.
Designed by Vincent Callebaut Architectures, the complex will feature nine cylindrical structures covered in plants, which the designers call "mega-trees." The construction process began in 2014 and will be complete by 2019. The main objective behind this project is to raise awareness of green sustainable architecture to fight against global warming to maintain an eco-friendly Earth for our next generation. The Gate, a 4.8-million-square-foot complex, is being built in Cairo's Heliopolis district. Quite picturesque isn’t it?
The architecture of the eight buildings will intertwine to form the complex. The top floors will be connected by pedestrian bridges, and offer playgrounds and small gardens growing fruit and vegetables. Apart from this there will also be an infinity swimming pool. The design f this building will give space to three floors as part of office. Adding to the beauty of the design structure a three-story shopping mall with four underground levels for parking will also be seen. Each residence will come equipped with motion sensors that adjust temperature and lighting when residents are home.
The interior will feature nine "mega-trees": cylindrical living walls that will help provide natural ventilation and consume carbon dioxide. The buildings will be partially powered by solar and wind.
Other projects compelling to development include a master plan to revamp an industrial zone in Brussels, Belgium by adding luxury housing, restaurants, shops, office space, and greenhouses. His firm submitted the plan to the local government for review in February.