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In 2011, construction will begin on Forwarding Dallas, a hilltop-inspired community that combines renewable energy and rooftop greenery with practical and cost-effective design. Could we be looking at the model for sustainable urban architecture? More »
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Step aside, humans; the plants are about to take over the Singapore skyline. This building may look like a scene from a post-human era, but it's actually the EDITT Tower, an eco-friendly structure slated for construction in Singapore. The hope is that the veggie-laden tower will provide locals with a much-welcome view of plant life in an urban setting, as well as help rehabilitate the city-state's devastated ecosystem. More »
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