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Ridged Apartment Architecture

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Bjarke Ingels Group is Set to Build the Hualien Residences in Taiwan

— April 10, 2014 — Art & Design
The Bjarke Ingels Group is set to build the Hualien Residences in Taiwan, but this design is not the average set up for apartments. The entire structure consists of sloping ridges that are covered in grass at the top, and come together in a peak at the top.

Overall, the design looks like something from the future, and strays far away from any traditional building structures normally used for residential space. The area used to be an industrial factory space, but now the government wants to transform the area to become more of a beach resort-like getaway. The ridges mimic the surrounding mountains, and individuals who end up living here will also have close access to the ocean.

Photo Credits: designboom, big.dk
Trend Themes
1. Sustainability in Architecture - The use of grass-covered ridged structures in apartment architecture presents opportunities for innovative sustainable building practices.
2. Futuristic Building Designs - The unique and unconventional design of the Hualien Residences showcases the potential for futuristic and eye-catching architectural designs.
3. Transformation of Industrial Spaces - The conversion of former industrial factory spaces into residential areas through innovative architectural designs offers opportunities for revitalizing urban landscapes.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture and Design - The Hualien Residences project highlights the potential for architects and designers to create unique and visually stunning buildings.
2. Real Estate Development - The development of the Hualien Residences demonstrates the potential to transform industrial spaces into attractive and desirable real estate properties.
3. Tourism and Hospitality - The government's plan to develop the area surrounding the Hualien Residences into a beach resort-like destination presents opportunities for the tourism and hospitality industry.
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