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Ecosistema Urbano

Polinature . Cambridge

Ecosistema Urbano . photos: © Emilio P Doiztua

In the context of climate change, extreme heat is pervading many spaces around the world. This, coupled with projected climatic trends, endangers the feasible and comfortable use of outdoor public spaces. As a result of the changing climate and the park equity gap, vulnerable communities will disproportionately face the largest consequences. Polinature has been designed as a temporary solution to mitigate the effects of climate change in these vulnerable communities. Continue reading Ecosistema Urbano

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Ecosistema Urbano

CLOUDROOM . Columbus

Ecosistema Urbano . CLOUDROOM . Columbus afasia (1)

Ecosistema Urbano . photos: © Hadley Fruits . + plataforma arquitectura

Air is the main component of the CLOUDROOM which provides shade and filters pollutants generating a healthier atmosphere below it. It is illuminated from within creating lighting scenarios that represent the changes in the earth’s climate over the past century, using environmental parameters transformed into color codes. This aims to raise awareness among the space’s users about climate change and our common responsibility in affecting its course. Additionally, the built structure is made of materials (printed fabric, ropes and wood) which are meant to be reused and recycled once the installation is dismantled. Continue reading Ecosistema Urbano