:: image via ArchDaily
It features folded planes of park space atop accessory structures surrounding the waterfront - punctuated by a pair of dynamic buildings at each end. The doubling up of space allows for a vibrant promenade for access to the water: "The promenade along the park will become a new vibrant part of the city, energized by recreational and commercial activities around the bay. Whether drawn to the immaculate views offered by the observatory in the landmark tower; or the cultural attractions within the museum; or just for a leisurely stroll along the waterfront, the park area provides a multitude of activities to accommodate visitors during any time of the day and year."
In a similar vein, from Treehugger, the "Paik Nam June Media Bridge in Korea is proposed to be "sculptural, futuristic, and eco-friendly." offering some vegetectual flourishes in the form - pockets of vegetation sloping up terraces of structure.
A cutaway section shows the profile - essentially a green slab inserted strategically at places along the structure to complement the pedestrian flows. The question with inhabited bridges is always, are the a means from point A to B, or are they places to linger?
Final of the three is a departure from the organic forms of the previous two examples, via Inhabitat: "A winning design for a new art and culture center in SeongDong-gu, Korea features an urban forest located within the building that creates a lush and inspiring environment for cultural programs. Seoul-based Unsangdong Architects created the winning proposal, "Culture Forest", which boasts sustainable architecture, lots of trees and vegetation, and is powered by the sun. A circulating set of walkways within the building form an undulating landscape that creates an inviting atmosphere and a rich cultural program."
:: images via Inhabitat
It's interesting to see the softening of a relatively rigid form through the combination of greenery and textured panels - slicing the cube into 'frames' for particular uses, and providing a positive influence on the outward aesthetic of the facade.
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