Feb 8th, 2010
News: The Gyre: A Floating Upside Down Eco Skyscraper
Can you imagine living in a high-rise apartment building where the 360 degree views are of fishes and saltwater? Although just a concept now, this upside-down, underwater eco-skyscraper could be the future of building, especially if sea levels rise as predicted and we end up living in a water world. Designed by Victoria BC-based firmZigloo, the Gyre is afloating eco-developmentmeant to be both a research station as well as an off-shore resortwith shops, restaurants, gardens and recreation. Powered completely by the sun, wind and ocean, the Gyre would offer a zero emissions stay for both tourists and researchers hoping to gain a better understanding of the ocean’s ecosystem.
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By Bridgette Meinhold
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