Innovative Swallows Nest cultural center in Taiwan aims for zero carbon emission
Editor's note: This is a sponsored article. All text and images were provided by the sponsor company. The Swallows Nest cultural center in Taichung, Taiwan employs bioclimatic architectural elements and complex geometry with a goal of being a zero carbon emission structure. Designed by Vincent Callebaut, the eight-story building is twisted into the shape of a three-dimensional Möbius’ ring that is lifted off the ground on three super strong pillars.
Editor's note: This is a sponsored article. All text and images were provided by the sponsor company.
The Swallows Nest cultural center in Taichung, Taiwan employs bioclimatic architectural elements and complex geometry with a goal of being a zero carbon emission structure. Designed by Vincent Callebaut, the eight-story building is twisted into the shape of a three-dimensional Möbius’ ring that is lifted off the ground on three super strong pillars.
Building-integrated photovoltaic panels generate energy, while low-E glass windows bring in natural light and provide thermal massing. Three vertical gardens climb up the pillars in the vegetated entrance area. The pillars are separated by slabs with glass-covered joints that allow visitors to see the cores from the ground floor to the roof, which supports a solar array.
About the Author: A seasoned industry leader, Young combines deep understanding of both lighting and controls. Currently VP of Sales and Marketing for WattStopper, Young formerly served in a series of senior positions with Acuity Brands®, most recently as Vice President and General Manager of the company's specialty lighting group. He graduated from Sonoma State University with a degree in planning and energy management.
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