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How can floating farms revolutionize urban agriculture in Rotterdam?

Floating Farm is a sustainable urban agriculture model that reduces the environmental damage caused by long food supply chains.

Happy Mondays!

Let’s have look at few updates and dive deep to the newsletter! 🌱

Raffles Hotels & Resorts and NEOM have announced the development of a new resort in Trojena. The resort, named Raffles Trojena, is expected to open in 2027 and is set to revolutionize the concept of mountain hospitality.

In other news, OpenAI has recently introduced a new text-to-video generation model called Sora. Unlike other video generators, Sora has the ability to create complex scenes with multiple characters and specific types of motion, resulting in realistic imaginary scenes.

Furthermore, we will be attending a workshop this weekend with Arturo Tedeschi on 'Combinational Creativity using Generative AI.' The aim of this program is to explore and develop innovative concepts for architecture, products, art installations, and creative artifacts.

How can floating farms revolutionize urban agriculture in Rotterdam?

The Floating Farm aims to be a model for sustainable urban agriculture and shows how food production can become less vulnerable to environmental challenges. Long food supply chains cause inconveniences and damage during the process.

Fabio Novembre and the idea behind his designs

Fabio Novembre is an Italian architect and designer born in Lecce on December 22, 1966. He is known for his eclectic and innovative designs that often blur the lines between architecture, art, and industrial design. Novembre’s work spans various mediums, including architecture, interior design, furniture design, and product design.

How does Singapore incorporate smart technology into the city?

Singapore, one of Asia’s most significant multi-cultural urban centers, is often referred to as the leading example of a smart city. The advantage of being a small city-state has allowed Singapore to structure a rather quick and uniform development, creating a well-connected system where the concept of a smart city could be adapted nationally.

📢Combinational Creativity using Generative AI – Studio Arturo Tedeschi

The aim of this program is to explore and develop innovative concepts for architecture concepts, products, art installations, and creative artifacts. The ultimate goal is to equip participants with a new framework for creative strategies, informed decision-making, and innovative techniques, essential skills for turning concepts into tangible projects in the era of AI.

Algae Reactor, a 3D-printed module that cleans air and produces algae biomass

The “Algae Reactor” project is a 3D-printed module for a façade that uses CO2 to cultivate chlorella by Southeast University, Nanjing. Design and fabrication by CHAI Xini, HE Muchun, CHEN Xinchang, and ZHOU Yue. The project was directed by Hao Hua (Southeast University) and Benjamin Dillenburger (ETH Zürich).

✨Upcoming Workshops✨

BIG proposed Freedom Plaza, a mixed-use development in Manhattan

Bjarke Ingels Group proposes Freedom Plaza, a 4.77-acre public waterfront with an in-park Museum of Freedom and Democracy, affordable housing, hotels, retail outlets, restaurants, and a below-grade gaming area linked to the hotels. It's located near the UN Headquarters along Manhattan's East River.

Raffles Hotels and NEOM have announced a new resort in Trojena

Raffles Hotels & Resorts and NEOM have announced a new resort in Trojena. The resort, named Raffles Trojena, is expected to open in 2027 and aims to revolutionize the concept of mountain hospitality. The project plan features a distinctive and impressive ring-shaped design, providing guests with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

Snøhetta-designed Čoarvemátta expected to open 2024

The Čoarvemátta proposal was created by Snøhetta, 70°N Arkitektur, Econor, and Joar Nango. It aims to foster collaboration between the Sámi National Theater, Sámi High School, and Reindeer Husbandry School by interpreting Sámi architecture through materials, crafts, and nature.