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Vertical Forest

 

An air-filtering sanctuary for the people of Beijing

Advanced Topics Studio with Professor Ben Refuerzo

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Design Concept

Upon our travels to China this year, it was evident that the people of Beijing are constantly experiencing harsh negative effects of the heavily polluted air and for extended periods of time.  Any form of recreational activity is difficult to do outdoors--like biking, meditation, or even simply walking. With the intention of providing a solution to this problem, this project aims to serve as a vertical park prototype-- simple in form, flexible in height and square footage, and filters the  air through the tree-branch inspired facade. I want to provide them with a design that can be inserted in as many open spaces within a dense city. The people of Beijing are in need of more parks and open spaces which will allow them to engage in leisurely activities and exercise ‘unmasked’. 

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