The Seoul Skygarden by MVRDV Gives the High Line a Run for Its Money
Meghan Young — May 16, 2015 — Eco
References: mvrdv.nl & fastcodesign
The Seoul Skygarden is, as Fast Co Design puts it, "The High Line on steroids." Taking over a disused highway -- the Seoul Station Overpass -- it will be an incredible oasis in the South Korean city. Comparable to two football fields in length, the visionary design comes from Rotterdam-based design firm MVRDV. Although using old infrastructures to create elevated planted paradises have been adopted around the world since New York's launched a few years ago, the Seoul Skygarden takes the concept to the next level.
Much more poetic than any other design, the studio writes that the Seoul Skygarden will be a "living dictionary of the national heritage of Korea." One of the biggest features will be the flora, which will be organized along the Seoul Skygarden according to where each species' name falls in the Korean alphabet.
Much more poetic than any other design, the studio writes that the Seoul Skygarden will be a "living dictionary of the national heritage of Korea." One of the biggest features will be the flora, which will be organized along the Seoul Skygarden according to where each species' name falls in the Korean alphabet.
Trend Themes
1. Elevated Planted Paradises - Creating green spaces on elevated infrastructures offers innovative opportunities for urban revitalization.
2. Revamping Disused Highways - Transforming abandoned highways into vibrant urban oases presents new possibilities for sustainable urban design.
3. Cultural Heritage in Urban Landscapes - Incorporating elements of national heritage into urban green spaces provides unique experiences for residents and tourists alike.
Industry Implications
1. Urban Design and Architecture - Design firms and architects can explore the potential of creating elevated green spaces as a means of urban redevelopment.
2. Tourism and Hospitality - The transformation of disused highways into picturesque gardens can attract visitors and boost tourism in cities.
3. Landscape and Horticulture - Professionals in landscaping and horticulture can contribute their expertise in designing and maintaining green spaces in urban environments.
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