Vertical Hutong

Research into created a high-rise traditional Hutong village.

Partner/Design: Mutopia, Research Project, China

Challenges Prohibitive local building costs Increasing population in Beijing Modern versus traditional housing Energy efficient fresh air provision Reduce water use and flood risks Minimise carbon emission

Solutions Created high-rise traditional "Hutong" village Solar pre-heating via double glazed facade Air cleansed by vertical garden plants Rainfall recycled via garden lakes Power and heat from organic waste Waste incineration used as fuel