Examples of Arcology1.LILYPAD

2.DRAGONFLY

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LILYPAD / FLOATING ECOPOLIS

FACTSThe Floating ecopolis, otherwise known as the Lilypad, is a model designed by Belgian architect Vincent Callebaut for future climatic refugees.

He proposed this model as a long-term solution to rising water level as per the GIEC (Intergovernmental group on the evolution of the climate) forecast.

It is a self-sufficient amphibious city and satisfies the four challenges laid down by the OECD namely, climate, biodiversity, water and health

FACTSThe floating structure has a capacity to shelter 50,000 individuals.

It consists of three marinas and three mountains, which are meant for entertainment purposes, surrounding a centrally located artificial lagoon that performs the task of collecting and purifying water.

The shape of this floating structure was inspired from the highly ribbed leaf of the Amazonia Victoria Regia water lily.

FACTSThe double skin of this structure would be made of polyester fibers covered by a layer of titanium dioxide (TiO2).

The titanium oxide reacts with ultra violet rays and therefore, due to photocatalytic effect, it absorbs atmospheric pollution in the process.

DRAGON FLY

Modeled after the wings of a dragonfly, this incredible urban farm concept for New York City's Roosevelt Island intends to ease the problems of food mileage and shortage, and reconnect consumers with producers.

FACTSSpanning 132 floors and 600 vertical meters

the Dragonfly can accommodate 28 different agricultural fields for the production of fruit, vegetables, grains, meat and dairy.

A combination of solar and wind power make Belgian architect Vincent Callebaut's Dragonfly concept 100% self sufficient.