From Zeina Kantar
From Zeina Kantar
The outline and definition of Green Architecture by the City of St. Petersburg is available here: https://www.stpete.org/business/planning___zoning/green_building.php
As per the Website;
Green buildings:
Consume less energy and potable water
Are designed for passive energy conservation
Reduce the use of building materials
Protect natural resources on site
Use low-impact materials
Maximize longevity and durability
Minimize waste
Recycle existing buildings
Floor-to-area ratio bonuses in St. Petersburg : an allowed increase in the amount of buildable space relative to the area of the land upon which the building is sited.
Description of Norman Foster's work with the Gherkin
From Zeina Kantar
From Zeina Kantar
Another viewpoint on humanity's Philosophical requirement to build with Earth in mind
Really cool interactive map from the New York Times that explains what Singapore is doing to cool down their city.