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W
ith Ramadan upon us, there is no better time to reflect and be
thankful for the beauty of the Middle East. In this issue, we look
at the latest projects and developments from Dubai to Singapore.
Award winning landscape architects, OOBE Ltd have been
delivering inspirational and relevant landscapes and their latest
school project is no different. The Sidra is an iconic symbol of Qatari
heritage and culture and has grown in the deserts of Qatar for generations. Inspired by
the nourishment of the Sidra Tree, OOBE have created a unique bio dome-the living,
breathing heart of the building to represent the growth of knowledge.
Over on page 24, we take a look at The Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council building
complex which is placed on different landscape levels to integrate it naturally into the
environment. These levels and all of the entries to the building are optimised to highlight
the beautiful views of the sea, the Hor Elbateen Island and the Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed
Mosque.
Continuing on with the nature theme on page 40, ParkRoyal on Pickering embodies
Singapore’s vision of ‘City in a Garden’ and shows how greenery can be conserved
in a dense urban area while being sustainable. Baharash Bagherian, designer and
Managing Director of Baharash Architecture continues with the topic of sustainability on
page 20 where he voices his thoughts on sustainable cities of the future. According to
Bagherian for a city to be sustainable, it needs to encompass the three main pillars of
sustainability: environmental, economic and social sustainability.
Check out page 36, Meydan Sobha which will see the development of 47 million square
feet of prime freehold land in the heart of Dubai. With almost four decades of experience
in designing and executing interiors of palaces, mosques and hotels across the Gulf,
Meydan Sobha ideally fits the brief for this prominent freehold residential initiative within
Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City, whose portfolio spans luxury leisure and
hospitality experiences.
We’ve also got expert opinion pieces from Jean-Claude Melone and much more inside.
Enjoy the issue!
Ramadan Kareem!
John Hampton
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enclosed in the publication.
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Contents
July 2014 - Issue 85
Plumeria or Calotropis,
16 Exotic or locally occurring?
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24
Sustainable cities of the future
Round Design:
Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council
16
28 A living jewel at the heart of learning
Invisible Barn: UC Berkeley Sagahen
32 creek field station
36 State of the Art Residences
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41 Parkroyale on pickering
46 Tagus Linear Park
50 Company listings
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nourishment works only. The total volume of
beach sand required to accomplish the proposed
stabilization scheme is approximately 760,000
cubic meters’.
Eng. Alya AbdulRahim Al Harmoudi, Director
of Environment Department, said: ‘the Umm
Suqeim beaches are one of the most important
public beaches in the emirate which attract
thousands of visitors annually, due to their
unique location and natural characteristics.
But over the past years, these beaches have
been subjected to severe erosion as a result of
the implementation of offshore development
projects. This led to the loss of large parts
Sheikh Hamdan
of the coastal areas threatening the safety of
buildings and infrastructure overlooking the
sea, in addition to hindering the development
approves Umm works on these beaches’.

She explained that the project has been thoroughly
Suqeim Beaches
studied by a team of experts and specialists in the
municipality using most advanced numerical
modelling systems to determine the dimensions
rehabilitation
and elements of the project, as well as, to be able
to accurately predict the long-term changes of the
shoreline.
project ‘Accordingly, it has been decided to stabilize

the Umm Suqeim 1 beach by constructing five
groynes normal to the shoreline in addition to
B
nourishing the beach to maintain its equilibrium
ased on the directives of His orientation. One of the main advantages of
Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin groynes is that there will be minor change in
Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice the wave characteristics unlike the nearshore
President, Prime Minister and Ruler breakwaters which drastically change the wave
of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh characteristics by preventing the waves from
Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler reaching the shore,’ she explained.
of Dubai, UAE Minister of Finance and Chairman
of Dubai Municipality has approved the project Al Harmoudi added that the municipality
on rehabilitation of Umm Suqeim beach at a cost innovatively developed the structural designs
of 35 million dirhams. of the groynes which were also succefully
implemented to stabilize the beach of Jumeirah
Eng. Hussain Nasser Lootah, Director General First. The proposed groynes are composite type
Eng. Hussein Lootah - of Dubai Municipality, stated that the scope of made of timber logs fixed to steel piles instead
Director General of Dubai work of the project will cover all areas of the of of conventional rubble mound structures for
Municipality Umm Suqeim 1, 2 and 3 beaches starting from the asthetic reasons. In addition, the proposed design
second fishing harbor to Burj Al Arab Hotel at the does not occupy much space from the beach area
length of approximately 3.5 km. since it does not exceed one meter, unlike the
conventional structure in which the structure is at
He explained that the project comes as part of
30 meters wide.
the responsibilities of Dubai Municipality for
the management of public beaches in the emirate ‘The project will be executed in different stages to
ensuring the sustainability of marine and coastal avoid completely closing the beaches considering
environment, and in line with the vision2020 of its high recreational use. The public is urged to
Dubai to develop the tourism sector which was cooperate with the municipality and the project
announced by His Highness the Ruler of Dubai. contractor throughout the stages of partial
closures of these beaches complying with the
Lootah said: ‘Dubai Municipality will start the
safety instructions and regulations and should
implementation of the project as of next week and
refrain from entering the work sites for their own
expects to be completed in coming March. The
safety,’ she said.
Eng. Alia Al Harmoodi - project plan consists of constructing five groynes
Director of Environment normal to the beach with lengths ranging between ‘The main works will be commenced taking into
Department 135 and 165 meters and beach nourishment in account the entire safety measures in line with
Umm Suqeim 1. Whereas, in Umm Suqeim 2 international standards adopted in this regard so as
beach, the stabilization is achieved by beach to ensure the safety of beach and public,’ she added.

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area of urban redevelopment were taken up to the roof top in stages of landscape experts from Willerby
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bespoke drainage system was then fitted whilst 60m2 turf was used to lay a raised
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acre estate of the Argent Kings Cross proud to say my team delivered on time.’ the benefits of the wonderful communal
project. roof top and terrace. They will be able
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Manufactured in Cheshire 160 tonne bags of compost and 44 bulk skyline across London city whilst sitting
The roof top project comprised of two bags of hydroleca were craned up to the amongst the planting scheme of raised
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prestigious building which will be used for that surrounds them.
offices and took only 10 weeks for British
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This included the conception of six leading manufacturer of Glass Reinforced
different moulds to the installation of 132 Plastic (GRP)planters offering a wide
separate sections. The Glass Reinforced range of standard sizes and a bespoke
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Opened out, the upholstered leather cover
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of the technical manuals, but also of
the wider role our young students can
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Vision 2030. We are extremely proud
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on Abu Dhabi Commenting on the initiative, Dr.

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its launch engineering and architecture students
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more about the USDM with the
ne of the Abu Dhabi Urban the objectives of Abu Dhabi Vision beginning of the upcoming academic
Planning Council (UPC)’s 2030. Although several lectures on year 2014- 2015.”
key design tools has now, the Manual have been delivered at a
for the first time, been number of universities and colleges The USDM has been gaining
included on a university degree course in the UAE, this is the first time that international acclaim recently for its
in the Emirate. From September 2014 the Manual standards and guidelines best practice in street design. In 2013
their award-winning Urban Street have been officially included in a it won the prestigious ITE (Institute of
Design Manual (USDM) is to be a university’s curriculum. Transport Engineers) award for Best
permanent fixture on the curriculum at Programme, the first time the award has
This is a clear reflection of the USDM’s been won outside of the United States
Abu Dhabi University (ADU).
importance in defining and shaping of America.
Piloted in the 2013 educational year, Abu Dhabi’s urban landscape.
the USDM was taught at ADU as part The UPC’s Urban Street Design
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of the Highway Engineering course for
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civil engineering students, and plans
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of its success, the USDM will now be Strategic Affairs, UPC, said: “The UPC USA, including Massachusetts Institute
permanently included in these courses is always striving to plan Complete of Technology (MIT).
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the USDM, were created specifically to can be accessed from anywhere in
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developing Abu Dhabi’s urban streets
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That is the
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By Jean-Claude Melone

I
sat down this morning under
the Neem tree I planted years
ago in our small front garden, to Plumeria obtusa
take advantage of the amazing Plumeria or “Frangipani” is
fragrance provided by the a classic appreciated in warm
abundance of flowers it bears- climate and coastal areas for its
only a few days at this time of unique fragrant flowers.
year-and to make the most of the pleasant
temperature in the early hours.
our duty to contribute to slowing down and
On opening the daily paper to inform possibly reversing, this destructive process.
myself with the latest news, I noticed
the date and realised the day marked my Eminent botanists and respected
arrival in the Emirates exactly 33 years ago. getting ready to embrace a new, exciting era. environmental experts pointed their green
While reminiscing over the past third of a Projects that had been kept in drawers were fingers at the array of ornamental plants,
century, I couldn’t help but feel profoundly now ready to be unveiled and implemented. evergreen or semi deciduous species that
fortunate to have witnessed the amazing However, it soon became apparent that have been introduced to the region over
transformation and progress that this something had changed in the interim six to the years. Originating anywhere from Nice
wonderful country has had. To have made seven years. From the events main topics, to Christchurch, the main culprits in the
some contribution, albeit small, to that presentations and round-table discussions, abundant irrigation water consumption
progress is humbling. there was an evident awareness among seemed to be the “Exotic” plant species.
I recently attended the two major landscape the trade delegates and visitors that water Yet I recall the huge areas of forest planted
trade events in Dubai (the Outdoor Design and other precious resources from our with native Ghaf, Samar and Sid’r in the
& Build Show and the Middle East Smart fragile earth had to be utilised more wisely. Western region during the 80’s, and the
Landscape Summit) where I met other old- As explained by Usama Salem during large number of farms overproducing
timers of the local landscape trail, friends, his presentation, the melting of the polar tomatoes that were later dumped in the
colleagues and many new kids on the block. ice caps is now irreversible and oceans desert as the local market was saturated
It became clear that the construction slow pollution has reached alarming levels. As and could not absorb the surplus. All were
down was over and that the industry was dedicated stewards of Mother Nature, it is relying exclusively on irrigation from wells
Azadirachta indica
The sweet
scented but short-
lived flowers of
Azadirachta indica
or “Neem tree”.

Locally occurring
which required regular upgrading to reach
deeper in the aquifers and pump water
more and more brackish, until such time as
expensive reverse osmosis plants had to be
added to the irrigation installation to allow
the farming industry to subside.
The intentions of the visionaries were
noble in that these projects successfully
provided a source of living for nomadic
tribes in remote desert areas. This resulted
in the development of provincial towns
and villages around agricultural activities
and helped stabilise the population. Poly-
culture and local tomato processing
factories were later introduced. Combined
with new irrigation techniques and
controlled climatic conditions in green
houses, these innovations helped reduce
the amount of wasted water and energy,
making agricultural productions more
efficient and to international and export
quality standards. As a result, areas such as
The Liwa Crescent and Ghayati have gone The waving bosques of
through a revival and are now successful, feature Ghaf trees at Bukidra
active agricultural and tourist centres. Interchange
TSE water has been used successfully
for many years in the public parks and underground water tables, as experienced of non-native plants. Dubai’s numerous
streetscape in most large cities in the at the Arabian Ranches interchange, where bespoke landmark projects would be
region. Dubai Municipality has received the shallow limestone strata are affecting decidedly uninspiring without their use.
several awards at international level for the the land drainage capacity. The landscape of the Emirates Towers,
quality of the filtered effluent they produce The Dubai landscape, which has acquired where the 2014 Landscape Summit took
and for the efficiency of their distribution a worldwide reputation for its quality and place, would be far from lush if Ian Cooper
network. In spite of the extensive use of prolific vegetation, evident in postcards had used exclusive indigenous species.
relatively low-cost recycled TSE for the and holiday snaps from astounded tourists, Equally, Paul Cracknell contributed widely
Public Realm, the over-flow of excess would not be as rich but for the contribution in giving a new dimension to the regional
production is pumped directly into the end
of the Dubai Creek. This has been credited
with providing a favourable biological
environment for the pink flamingo
population in the now protected, Ras-Al-
Khor Wildlife Sanctuary.
There is an undeniable need to conserve
the large volumes of TSE, consumed
during the summer months on current
green areas, for expansion and irrigation
of future planned developments. Vast areas
of grass used in large interchanges we take
for granted and which are inaccessible to
the public, could easily be replaced by high
quality artificial turf without compromising
the original design intent. Mass planting of
self maintained trees like the Prosopis and
Acacias species used by your truly in the
loops of the Bukidra Interchanges should
be preferred to seasonal flowers wherever
possible. This would not only reduce the
amount of irrigation water but also the
Calotropis procera
maintenance of these spaces, providing Calotropis procera occurring in desert
manpower availability for other areas. It areas has chemical and medicinal
would also reduce the alarming rise of the properties.

high-end hospitality industry landscape by Although encouraging progress has been Most of these plants are recorded in
successfully introducing mature specimen made in propagating indigenous and Julian Lee’s encyclopaedic masterpiece,
of tropical palms in the grounds of the semi-indigenous species of ground covers, “The Landscape Plants of Arabia”
Jumeirah Beach Hotel in the 90’s. Paul’s grasses and shrubs for new landscape featured in the April issue of the
practice gained worldwide recognition schemes, relying exclusively on “native” Landscape Magazine. According to
Julian’s extensive research however, half
and grew exponentially as a result. The plant material would be to deny our clients,
the plants it contains are to be called by
available plant species palette took a leap, the public and end-users the rich palette a different name to the ones we have all
with these new and exciting additions of other well established and proven plant been using for years-we learn everyday.
providing incentive for other landscape species. Many newly arrived Landscape
architects, designers and leading nurseries Architects I have met over the years have All human beings, locals or expats, have a
to try and adapt other selected plant species place in society and we are all contributing
tried using such naturally occurring plant
to making this place a unique example of
imported from around the world. species as the Calotropis in their first multiculturalism. Likewise, every plant
schemes. However, local clients regard we see in the local landscape, whether
Conversely, Mona Campbell’s landscape
this desert plant, which they see growing indigenous or introduced can have its place
at the Al Maha Desert Resort would not
spontaneously in the Sikkas adjacent to in the right context and the right scheme.
have been sustainable if not for the use of
their villa, as a “weed”. We just need to be wiser and recognise the
desert and indigenous plants. More tender long-term benefits of using drought resistant
imports- if surviving in this harsh desert The Plumeria, on the other hand, along with species wherever the setting is right. A
environment-would have rapidly turned Jasmine and Petunia are rightly or wrongly, piece of advice from this semi-deciduous,
into fodder and midnight delicacies for the always on the top of the preferred list when semi-mature Frenchman; when it comes to
Arabian Oryx and Gazelles populating this it comes to residential landscape as they selecting bedding plants, seasonal flowers,
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Baharash Bagherian
Managing Director of Baharash Architecture,
shares his thoughts on
sustainable cities of the future
I
n my work at Baharash Architecture, every project
presents an opportunity for developing creative sustainable
solutions, which ultimately become visible design features
in the project. A good example of this is our recent
commission which was the design for the second phase
of Dubai Sustainable City. For a city to be sustainable, it
needs to encompass the three main pillars of sustainability:
environmental, economic and social sustainability.

sustainable
Ultimately the key goal of any sustainable biggest environmental gains yet these excellence centre which will educate and
city should be to provide residents and require the least financial investment. So raise awareness among residents. There is
workers with the highest quality of life, at the early stages we are able to reduce also a green curriculum for students in the
together with the lowest environmental a large amount of energy demand with school and 100 per cent of waste water will
footprint. A good sustainable city is little cost. We also work with the client and also be recycled onsite.
one where people want to live, work consultant team from the beginning of each
and visit. Dubai Sustainable City has all project to develop a series of sustainable
The future of Sustainable Design
Designing for a sustainable future is no
these qualities. The city offers something initiatives and targets. These targets will
longer a choice, it has become a necessity.
for everyone, from an old Souq style help guide the design in the pursuit of the
The future of sustainable design will be
shopping street to amphitheatres, sports sustainability goals. We can divide some of
about doing as little as possible to achieve
fields, planetarium, productive landscapes, these targets into categories such as: water,
as much as possible. So it will still be about
spa, resort, and many more variation of health & well-being, energy, materials,
passive design but not just about buildings.
building types and experiences-it’s going pollution, ecology and waste.
It will happen at all scales from products to
to be a very special place.
We can also reduce water consumption cities. In fact in my work I have designed
At the early stages of any sustainable by 50% by increasing environmental sustainable products and infrastructures as
project, basic design decisions such as awareness among residents and workers. well as buildings and cities because I think
orientation, density and form provide the Dubai Sustainable City features an it’s important that the next generation

of architects and designers are able to
design at all different scales to develop a
variation of solutions, which is necessary
if we are to provide for a higher quality
of life.
It’s very important to study our behaviour
and actions as human beings in order
to truly understand the importance of
sustainable cities in the future. In the
Fifties there were only 37 cities with a
population of over one million people.
In 2005 it was estimated that 414 cities
around the world had passed the one
million population mark and this is still to protect the environment. Ultimately, I green education at both lower and
increasing today. For the remainder of this believe the future of living for more than higher educational levels. I also believe
century the rise in population in our cities 80 per cent of the world population by that as designers, architects and master
is going to be increasing at a dramatic 2050, will be in sustainable communities planners, we all have a duty to raise the
rate-which coupled with climate change- and sustainable cities of various scales. environmental awareness through the
is going to have a great impact on our work that we do. We can start doing this
cities resources. What needs to happen to reduce our
environmental footprint? by approaching projects in a creative and
Therefore I believe we need to start I believe the best method of promoting informative way. By working holistically
developing more sustainable solutions sustainability in the UK and across the together to promote good sustainable
at all scales if we are going to provide globe is to integrate sustainability into design we will enhance the quality of life
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A round
design
T
he Abu Dhabi Urban
Planning Council building
complex (UPC) is placed on
different landscape levels
to integrate it naturally
into the environment.
The use of typical colours and patterns
not only helps to fit the complex into
the natural landscape but it also refers
to the already existing UPC building.
One of the consistent and central points
of the whole design is the amazing view
over the sea, the Hor Elbateen Island and
the Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed Mosque.
As the building is set north-south there
is also a breath-taking outlook on the
impressive Abu Dhabi skyline. Placed on
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different levels, all of the entries to the

building are optimised to highlight the

beautiful views to visitors. The façade
of the building is perforated and bivalve-
the outer one functions as a sunlight and
privacy shield.
Although the UPC is one project, the
design differs between the office part and
the showrooms. Therefore visitors and
employees won’t be bothered by each
other and the highest security standards
will be maintained for those working and
visiting the UPC. Despite the separation
the buildings are still connected by
a bridge which includes a theatre, a
restaurant and a public library. Another
central linking element is the arrival area,
where most of the space is roofed and
shaded. This allows people to enjoy the
green spaces, waterfalls and benches.
The building is positioned a few
meters above the ground and features
glamorous driveways leading up to it

urban escape
with a separate one for VIP-use only. The

underground parking area is located outside
of the buildings. Underground loading and
offloading decks as well as MEP and storage
rooms can be reached by a separate drive in.
The showroom is designed totally round to
underline the central Capitals Model in the
middle of it. This remarkable form helps
to provide maximum safety and natural
lightning. As a result of this design, there is
a very safe and zoned courtyard which offers
a private area for relaxing and refreshing.
Special relaxing and communication
zones are situated in the office section of
the building. These zones create a cosy,
intimate room without being closed off.
Their loose arrangements enable people to
wander around and communicate. On the
third floor of the office area lays the main
meeting hall and the president’s office.
The third floor offers the best views from
the entire complex. When entering the

Our architecture is as unique as our clients
A building must always engage in a dialogue – with its surroundings
and the people who use it. Our architecture is always tailored to the
needs of the people who live, work or spend their leisure time in
our buildings. We also pay attention to our buildings’ surroundings,
and use them as a source of inspiration. Because the brief, site and
client are never the same twice over, every project is unique – and
so are our solutions.
People are always free to question what we are doing
We take a structure approach to problems, and solve them creatively.
Ideas are only as good as their ability to overcome challenges and
meet needs. Even at the preliminary design phase, we use virtual
reality tools to visualise projects, so as to respond to you wishes. We
are not just designers but project managers too. As our client you
can rest assured that we will deliver a solution that is both creative
and professionally executed.
We keep projects on track
Our network of external partners allows us to assemble
interdisciplinary teams that are precisely tailored to your needs and
the expertise that is required. Our office in one of Vienna’s most
showroom visitors will see the model vibrant areas inspires us and helps us to collaborate with other
directly in front of them. It is displayed on creative people. This, and our second office in Tyrol enables us to
a lower level so that they can view it from provide you with personal service throughout Austria. We cooperate
a higher angle. Upon walking around the with local partners on our international projects, meaning that we
model in this totally round room, you can can always offer you professional support, wherever you are.
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development
A living jewel
at the heart of
learning Landscape Architect –OOBE Ltd
Architect – Aedas
O
Visualisations - Mi
OBE Ltd are award Vision 2030 is underpinned by four and OOBE to reflect these four goals.’
winning landscape interrelated pillars-human development; Three of them are internal curriculum
architects based in social development; economic spaces with one external-reflecting the
the UK who seek development and environmental environmental objectives.
new solutions to development. Each pillar includes a set
the challenges of of advanced outcomes which the country The site plan is based on the principles
sustainability, water hopes to achieve. ‘The physical elements of an Arabian house with its simple,
management, food security, globalisation and key areas of the school building were controlled outer and inner courtyard. An
and social stability. Qatar’s National designed in collaboration between Aedas elegant, understated external landscape
Biodome Skywalk
Entrance and Approach Plaza Arial View
setting has been created for the building as well as learning and growth. It
in contrast to the spectacular bio dome will provide students with a unique
which forms the heart of the structure. opportunity to appreciate the world’s
It represents the environmental pillar beauty and be a place of relaxation and
which supports the other pillars formed inspiration. It will also allow teachers to
by the learning zones wrapped around use horticulture as a way of empowering,
it. This is displayed through the planting engaging and connecting people.
surrounding the exterior of the building.
The Bio dome is a truly unique
The formal layout helps to soften
architectural structure based upon
boundaries, create shade and frame Water cascade leading into pool at
an unwrapped geodesic sphere and is
the building while the internal tropical basement level (including aquaponics)
an area of scientific exploration and
planting provides a variety of colour,
contemplation. The space combines
scent and forms.
a number of functions including a
Inspiration for façade treatments and vertical farm which links directly to
landscape features stems from the the Qatar Food Security Programme
geometry of the blossom of the Sidra and its ambition for the state to be
tree (Ziziphus spina-christi). An iconic self-sufficient in the production of
symbol of Qatari heritage and culture, the food and water.
Sidra has grown in the deserts of Qatar
for generations. With roots that reach Upon approach to the building the first
deep into the earth, fruit and flowers that hint at the bio domes existence at the
nourish and leaves that heal, the Sidra heart of the building is a subtle, yet Vertical farm tiers based on the
has become a beacon of comfort in the elegant water feature set within the form of the Sidra flower
harsh environment, allowing life to main plaza. Sculptural but modest in
flourish. The Sidra also provided shade form, it is shaped like the blossom of the
and shelter to travellers and scholars Sidra tree. From this serene pool leads
who would gather together and share a formal rill which guides water across
knowledge. The bio dome-the living, the plaza into the building. Once inside,
breathing heart of the building-as with the destination of the rill is revealed as
the Sidra tree, represents nourishment the splendour of the bio dome unfolds
Luscious planting beds provide a

riot of colour, textures, scents and
forms to delight the senses
Walkways provide access to the

vertical farm
Central Biodome
Development
Auditorium - accessed from main entrance
Internally within the bio dome, planting

provides an array of colour, textures,
scents and forms to delight the senses.
At the basement level- between each
of the five fingers of the central form
which represent the stamen of the Sidra
blossom- lie luscious planting beds from
which palms emerge and transcend up
through the central space. This gives
the impression that those students on
higher floors are walking in the tree
tops. Flowering plants mix with unusual
before you. What was a trickle of water e.g. fish), with hydroponics (cultivating tropical foliage to create a spectacular
now becomes a cascade of water flowing plants in water) in a symbiotic backdrop to the central form and with the
down through coloured tiles into a pool environment. In aquaculture, effluents potential for habitat creation for birds and
in the basement from which the vertical accumulate in the water, increasing insects which will animate the space. This
farm emerges. toxicity for the fish. So the water is led will bring the space alive so that students
to a hydroponic system where the by- can study or simply admire and enjoy a
At its beginnings in the basement, the
products from the aquaculture are broken close encounter with nature.
sculptural form of the structure can be
down by bacteria, then filtered out by the
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water is re-circulated back to the fish.
Tree blossom, five fingers forming the first
This is a fantastic research and learning
tier of the vertical farm radiate out from
opportunity for students to observe.
above the central raised pool.
Between each finger/stamen, nestles a
These spectacular five fingers reduce
planting bed filled with tropical plants.
to three fingers on the upper tiers and
A path surrounds it to allow students to
will house trays which will enable the
get up close with the plants to create the
school to grow a variety of edible plants
feeling that they are exploring the floor
using hydroponics. It will also include
of a jungle. Further tiers of the bio dome
localised cooling, misting and lighting
are layered above on the ground and the
features to create a variety of conditions
first and second floors, with each year
suited to cultivate an array of food
zone or ‘pillar of organisation’ radiating
crops. Year groups can take ownership
out from this central structure. Each
of areas to stimulate experimentation
year group will have a strong link to an
and to encourage research projects to
area of vertical food production within
be undertaken, tapping directly into the
the bio dome to stimulate competition
National Food Security Programme.
and experimentation between students
The pool uses aquaponics-a sustainable and to encourage research projects to
food production system that combines be undertaken, such as exploring what Sidra flower
aquaculture (raising aquatic animals food will grow.

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Invisible
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UC Berkeley Sagahen Creek Field
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TPMJ’s design proposal the middle of the grove and reflects
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an annual competition and the seasonal changes of the site. The
sponsored by the architectural reflection of the folly within its enclosed
league and Socrates sculpture grove allows the structure to smoothly
park. Invisible Barn is a site-specific adapt into the nature. The incisions that
design proposal that re-contextualises penetrate through the folly allow visitors
the landscape of the Socrates Sculpture to manoeuvre in, out and around the
Park by projecting the landscape on the structure. Invisible Barn is a folly that
structural proposition. loses its man-made architectural presence
in nature but adds novel experience and
A barn shaped-wooden structure is
interaction to the users.
sheeted with reflective film on its surfaces.
This mirror-finished folly is placed in The Invisible Barn is placed in the core of

Exterior View
in Winter
Sections
the grove which lies on the passageway

of the Socrates Sculpture Park from the
south entrance. Around the circumference
of the grove there are a dozen birch trees
in similar size and equal spacing from one
another. Due to the similarity of its size
and placement of the trees, the projection
on the mirrored surface is similar to what
people would see without the folly. The
visual illusion that blurs the perceptual
boundary between the folly and the site,
allows the folly to disappear and become
invisible in nature, reconstructing the
landscape of the site.
The barn is shaped as a skinny and long
parallelogram to avoid the dense trees.
The bevelled folly has openings with
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void on the folly’s envelope, reflective
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Exterior View in Summer

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Photo of Seasonal Changes @ Site
a visual trick that the framed openings

are floating on air in the grove. Through
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the mirrored landscape, understanding
the depth of the grove and other art View from South
installations over the site. The apertures Entry of the Park
may suggest viewing frames, passages, at Night
and benches and visitors are intended
to interact physically and visually
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sheathing is aluminised polyester film
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The structure is comprised of 2x4 and architecture, Invisible Barn loses

wood studs and sheathing where the its architectural shape in nature but
Mylar mirror film is surfaced. The encourages visitors to interact with it
wood framed piece is connected to through overlapping in materials and
pressure treated wood pier on concrete building techniques between the two
footing buried underground. A hybrid disciplines. As a static structure, the
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site is suggested. Prefabricated walls, context to draw a new scene derived
floors and plywood opening frames from the existing landscape. As people
can be moved by two or three people begin to move away, toward and
onto the site where the components are within the folly, the users will slowly
recognise a space within the grove
assembled.
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At the intersections between sculpture landscape of the park.

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View of the 5th
storey podium.
Plant Pavilion
Photos by: Terra Design

View of the verdant balconies creating

a dynamic and vibrant spatial
environment activating the hotel façade.

The landscaped podium at the 5th storey keeps
users close to nature and creates a space that
seemingly extends beyond and into the park.
Parkroyal
on Pickering
P
arkroyal on Pickering is first privately owned garden–Hong Lim Park- The visitor’s experience begins at the street
a project that embodies Parkroyal on Pickering is an example of how level, where tropical greenery complemented
Singapore’s vision of ‘City 200 per cent Green (as defined by Building by architectural elements blurs the lines
in a Garden’ and shows how and Construction Authority, Singapore) can between the public realm and the hotel.
greenery can be conserved in a be achieved in a city that is very conscious of Reflecting pools and sculptural flora at the
space-starved, dense urban area its space usage. The primary concept was to
entrance make for a gentle and cool transition
while being both sustainable demonstrate how greenery can be conserved
in a way that integrates harmoniously with the from the warm urban environment. The
and unique, not only catering to the users of the integration of the sidewalk and the building
form and function of a business hotel and office
building but to the neighbouring community. setback into the design, bringing greenery into
development while seamlessly combining
Located within the Central Business District different aspects of design including architecture, the hotel lobby and the restaurant, creates a
and Chinatown areas, adjacent to Singapore’s landscape and interior design. spatial quality of being in a garden.

Plant Pavilion
Visually striking
contoured façade softened
by green foliage.
A visually striking contoured podium is

sculpted with softscape to create outdoor
plazas, walkways and gardens which flow
seamlessly into dramatic interior spaces.
The cascading verdant contours conceal
the raised car parking, melding into lush
openings, crevasses, gullies and waterfalls
which create an attractive urban element.
The lofty sky gardens bring greenery to
the rooms and internal spaces; corridors,
lobbies and common areas and are treated
with landscaping, stepping stones and water
features to create a cool tropical experience
with natural light and fresh air. Tall
overhangs work together with leafy foliage
to screen the outdoor spaces from the
weather and direct sunlight. The green cover
of the property is not only visually attractive
but also has a positive environmental impact
on its urban surroundings.
The general palette of plants and trees are
chosen to create a tropical garden with
hints of the exotic. In addition, the planting
strategy focuses on engaging with the
Keeping with the

concept of “Hotel in a
Garden”, the greenery
is extended indoors
integrating with the View of the green
interior architecture. balconies within the
urban scape of the
Central Business District
of Singapore.

View of the corridor leading to the hotel rooms. View of the hotel from Hong Lim
One of its kind for four star hotels in Singapore, Park. The tiered landscaping along
these corridors are naturally ventilated through with the green balconies and the
the use of softscape and water features helping podium visually merge with the
lower the temperature. park greenery.
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The sidewalk along the front façade
is integrated into the hotel design
creating a ‘green urban corridor’
providing pedestrians a moment of
Plant Pavilion respite from the tropical weather.
The integration
of the sidewalk
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works as a visual

extension to the
hotel lobby and
the restaurant
within this tight
urban site.
surroundings as much as possible. The

greenery of the Hong Lim Park is drawn
up the building in the lush planting of the
podium and sky gardens. These four storey
high sky gardens are the city’s first zero
energy sky terraces, carefully planted with
low maintenance flora that are not only
aesthetically important but also functionally

critical in mitigating thermal gain on the
View of the entrance
west-facing wall and improving indoor air
to the hotel lobby.
quality. In a city that is very conscious of
A combination of
its water usage and resources, the external
timber decking and
areas of the hotel including the hardscape
reflecting pools
and the softscape become surfaces for
help create a cool
rainwater collection. Calculations based on
transition into the
average rainfall indicate sufficient collection
hotel from the warm
Project Name: Parkroyal on Pickering for irrigation of the entire podium area.
urban environment.
Completion Date: 15th January 2013
Parkroyal on Pickering is a striking and
Location: 3 Upper Pickering Street,
refreshing addition to the Central Business
Singapore, 058289
District of Singapore; and demonstrates a
Landscape Architect: Tierra Design
successful implementation of an integrative
(S) Pte Ltd
Designer: Mr. Franklin Po design approach to architecture, landscape
Area: 6960 m2 and interior design. Photos by: Terra Design

recreation & leisure
TAGUS
Architectural Photography: Joao Morgado
LINEAR
PARK
PARQUE LINEAR RIBEIRINHO
DO ESTUÁRIO DO TEJO

T
he Tagus Linear Park
is an area of 15 000 sq
m that was conquered
by the surrounding
communities of the
industrial private
sector and was felt
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urban communities are given recreation
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The connection between the ‘beach’ and

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Location: Póvoa de Santa Iria, Portugal
Area: 15 ha
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Design Team: Ana Lemos, Elsa Calhau,
João Oliveira, Rita Salgado, Sara Coelho
Architecture: Atelier Difusor de
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