sinopsis

The integration of nature in architecture is a key concern of sustainability. However, all
too often sustainable design is reduced to improving the energetic performance of
buildings and the ornamental application of natural green. Dense + Green explores new
architectural typologies that emerge from the integration of green components such as
sky terraces, vertical parks and green facades, in high-density buildings.
The book describes green strategies in a comparison across different design tasks and
climate conditions. In-depth case studies on the most relevant building types,
consistently presented with analytical drawings made exclusively for this book, are
complemented by expert essays that demonstrate the current paradigm shift in the
sustainable urban environment.