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Vertical Landscaping with Green Terraces and Glass Facades in Urban Office Building

Authors:
Lucas Meneghetti, Tomás Meneghetti, Montserrat Cadena velasco
Vertical Landscaping with Green Terraces and Glass Facades in Urban Office Building

Project in-detail

With extensive green terraces integrated into its glass facades, this urban office building creates a habitat for biodiversity while enhancing productivity and well-being in the workplace.
5 key facts about this project
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Extensive integration of green terraces promotes urban biodiversity and enhances air quality.
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Designed with glass facades that maximize natural light while reducing energy consumption.
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Utilizes a flexible open-plan layout to foster collaboration among occupants.
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Features a rainwater collection system to support the building's landscape irrigation needs.
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Incorporates selected plant species to create microhabitats and support local wildlife.

The Skyland Scraper is an architectural project situated in Buenos Aires, Argentina, designed to address the pressing need for sustainable green spaces within urban environments. The project emphasizes the integration of nature into office buildings, transforming dense urban landscapes into healthier living and working environments. The design comprises multiple terraced levels adorned with vegetation, allowing for communal green spaces that improve accessibility and promote biodiversity.

The overall function of the Skyland Scraper is to serve as a contemporary office building that supports collaborative work while enhancing employee well-being through biophilic design principles. By incorporating natural elements, the design aims to reduce the mental and physical stresses associated with urban life.

Unique Design Approaches That Set It Apart

One of the core features of the Skyland Scraper is its emphasis on habitat creation within an urban context. Unlike traditional office buildings, this project incorporates extensive green terraces on each level, providing both environmental benefits and spaces for social interaction. The combination of reinforced concrete, glass, and strategically selected plant species creates a harmonious aesthetic that bridges the gap between the built environment and nature.

Furthermore, the project is designed with sustainability in mind. It explores renewable energy options and systems for rainwater collection, enhancing its operational efficiency and minimizing environmental impact. The extensive use of glass facades invites natural light into the workspace, thus reducing reliance on artificial lighting while connecting occupants to the surrounding urban landscape.

Innovative Features of the Skyland Scraper

The architectural design prioritizes open layouts, which foster collaboration and creativity among employees. The integration of green walls and indoor gardens enhances air quality and provides sensory experiences that support mental health. The project also includes dedicated spaces for relaxation and informal interaction, promoting a more engaged and productive workforce.

Additionally, the carefully curated selection of vegetation not only contributes to the aesthetic quality of the building but also encourages local biodiversity. By integrating natural habitats into its architecture, the Skyland Scraper sets itself apart from conventional office buildings, marking a significant shift toward responsible urban design.

To gain deeper insights into the Skyland Scraper, including architectural plans, architectural sections, and architectural ideas, readers are encouraged to explore the project presentation for a comprehensive understanding of its design elements and overall vision.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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The MICROHOME 10 competition invites participants to submit visionary designs for off-grid, modular microhomes that push the limits of sustainable, small-scale living. Organised by Buildner in partnership with Kingspan and Hapi Homes, this tenth edition sets the challenge of designing a dwelling for two people within a maximum floor area of 25 m², encouraging bold solutions adaptable to any urban or rural location. The competition continues Buildner’s mission to foster innovative approaches to compact, energy-efficient housing that can address pressing global challenges.

This year’s edition offers a generous total prize fund of €100,000, including the Kingspan Award for designs that integrate high-performance Kingspan products and the Hapi Homes Award for a project selected for real-world construction. In addition to cash prizes, the winners gain international exposure through Buildner’s media partnerships, publications, and a dedicated MICROHOME magazine, further amplifying their ideas to the wider architectural community.

Key dates for MICROHOME 10 include the closing date for registration on 25 September 2025, the submission deadline on 29 October 2025 (11:59 p.m. London time), and the announcement of winners on 9 December 2025. These milestones ensure participants have clear timelines to develop and present their concepts, with early registration discounts available to support students and emerging designers worldwide.

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