Milano Santa Monica: An Eco-City Within a City
2010-01-20 from:Environmentalgraffiti author:
Milano Santa Monica uses principles of bio-architecture, also known as organic architecture. This type of design is heavily informed by the location and climate of the building site and strives to unify, or harmonize, the natural world with the human world.
Indeed, residents within the high-rise buildings are imagined to have calming views of nature and ample physical access in this green space as well. The plants will also help with insulation while providing clean, fresh air.
Energy conservation will be another hallmark of the project, with plans to generate both electricity and warm water using strategically placed solar panels.
With no cars in sight, denizens of this town-within-a-town are shown in pictures strolling beside waterways under the cool shade of trees, or enjoying the sunshine in small groups.