Forest Hill

Focusing on human health to create the open spaces for increasing the walkability of the community.

1. Enhancing Environmental Memory and Promoting Spiritual Healing.

By introducing a wealth of green forest landscape imagery into the site the environmental memories and natural poetry of the early Shalu region are restored. The view is extended to showcase the beauty of the local terrain, creating a forest residence surrounded by a sea of trees.

2. Enhancing Outdoor Comfort by Controlling and Guiding Wind

The entrance space follows the natural terrain undulations, creating the concept of an open plaza and free-flowing pathways. Multi-tiered trees are planted in the surrounding area to shield the site against the strong northeastern winds, adding a warm atmosphere to the sunken courtyard space. The sections feature of the outdoor area are designated by the grassy slopes and plaza frames. Additionally, leisure seating is placed in corner spaces for relaxation, providing a comfortable and poetic environment for community residents to enjoy.

3. Creating Diverse Walking and Recreational Spaces

Within this project area, there is a 5-meter-wide pedestrian walkway and a green corridor with a bicycle lane along Sanmin Road. Along the street, there is a setback of more than 4 meters, and a double row of trees, including both newly planted tall trees and existing sidewalk trees, forms a shaded avenue stretching for 155 meters. This creates a healthy walking space for residents.

4. Enhancing Ecological Multilayers and the Creation of Edible Landscapes

In the base, a natural-style multilayered planting arrangement is designed to attract diverse wildlife habitats and increase the cultivation of edible plants. Residents immersed in this environment can experience the changing seasons, enjoy the pleasures of harvesting, and appreciate the richness and interest added to the space. It serves as a shared space with living beings for the cultivation of delicious and healthy food.

5. Enhancing Social and Diverse Public Activity Spaces

The inner courtyard provides residents with space for tea gatherings and children's activities, extending the greenery from the roadway to create a safe and tranquil atmosphere in this area.