In increasingly denser urban environments, there is a new-found interest in underused spaces as opportunities for further development. Representing up to 25% of cities' land area, rooftops are among the most exciting spatial resources. From sustainable infrastructure and urban farming to social spaces and cultural venues, the article looks into the potential of creating a multi-layered city through the activation of urban rooftops.
A New Layer of Public Space: The Case for Activating Urban Rooftops
https://www.archdaily.com/959562/a-new-layer-of-public-space-the-case-for-activating-urban-rooftopsAndreea Cutieru
Unilever Benelux Headquarters / Mecanoo
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Architects: Mecanoo
- Area: 8400 m²
- Year: 2020
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Manufacturers: Investwood, Desso, Duracryl, InZee, Kvadrat, +1
https://www.archdaily.com/983638/unilever-benelux-headquarters-mecanooPaula Pintos
LocHal Library / CIVIC architects + Braaksma & Roos architectenbureau + Inside Outside + Mecanoo
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Architects: Braaksma & Roos architectenbureau, CIVIC architects, Inside Outside, Mecanoo
- Area: 7000 m²
- Year: 2019
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Professionals: Arup, Binx Smartility, Braaksma & Roos architectenbureau, Donkergroen, Inside Outside, +7
https://www.archdaily.com/909540/lochal-library-mecanoo-plus-civic-architects-plus-braaksma-and-roos-architectenbureauMaría Francisca González
Library Delft University of Technology / Mecanoo
https://www.archdaily.com/958636/library-delft-university-of-technology-mecanooPaula Pintos