"Designs 'R Us": MYP 2: Building Sustainable Practices in Architecture & Urban Planning

MYP 2 has begun to create their Sustainable City, named "Serenia". There are so many great ideas out there already, but we could use more. So far students have come up with some revolutionary and innovative ideas for their city in terms of the technology implemented as well as green architecture design, and very importantly the planning and location of components within the city.

For inspiration in architecture and city planning we watched a few videos on green roofs, sustainable buildings and interesting concept ideas for cities. Check them out below, and check back for photos and information on our new city. Construction begins this week!

See inside the ultimate tree house (above): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OcBpwJ0xYG4&feature=related

The Venus Project: Very cool urban plan & theory for a new sustainable city! Some interesting ideas...What do you think?
"The Venus Project is an organization that proposes a feasible plan of action for social change, one that works towards a peaceful and sustainable global civilization. It outlines an alternative to strive toward where human rights are no longer paper proclamations but a way of life."