The Italian study Luca Curci Architects presented The Link: it is a “conscious” vertical urban plan that can accommodate up to 200.000 people.
The concept is really very beautiful and suggestive. It aims to improve the overall quality of life by promoting sustainability and smart city technology. The Link's focus is on the rise of urban sprawl, which is on the rise in major cities today.
The city-forest
The Link is the result of the idea of a “capital of self-sufficiency”. A real forest-city capable of absorbing CO2, producing oxygen for cleaner air and increasing urban biodiversity. Ultimately, an almost philosophical project even before it is architectural.
A smart city oriented towards awareness. A real "organism", which can prevent and adapt to urban development, produce and store energy, improve air quality and contribute to a healthier lifestyle.
How The Link is made
Composed of four main towers, THE LINK is designed to accommodate a total of 1.200.000 square meters of green space. Why city-forest? Simple. There will be over 2 million plants distributed on each floor to improve air quality.
Of the four towers, the tallest will house all the residents. A colossal building with 300 floors and 1200 meters high. It would be one of largest skyscrapers in the world. The other three towers, between 650 and 850 meters tall, will house offices, government departments, healthcare facilities and educational institutions, including all levels of schools and universities. Each building will include other community living options, including waterways, spas, markets, spiritual and cultural centers.
Logistics infrastructure and internal and external docks will be built in the "basement" to allow tourists to enter.
Smart city, urban AI
Designed to be "guided" by artificial intelligence solutions, The Link will be able to control many parameters. First of all, the global temperature of the city. Followed by CO2 levels, humidity and lighting system. The extra energy produced by the solar panels will be stored and distributed thoughtfully.
A smart city with its operating system
Food production and agriculture integrated with zero waste policy will enable residents to live healthier lifestyles. Agriculture will be integrated with social space and allow communities to provide food and be self-sufficient.
