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Carbon Sequestration Station

The Re-Fresh-Kills project envisions the alternative reality of Staten Island’s Fresh Kills Park as a pioneering green space, embedding a carbon capture and sequestration process into an urban landscape. This project aligns with the studio’s emphasis on territorial dependency, translating ecological dynamics into architectural form and challenges the outcome of restructuring the impact of ecological machine driven programs. Spanning over 500 feet, the structure integrates air carbon capture machines with hydroponic gardens, creating a living, breathing edifice dedicated to purifying the air and storing carbon. These public stations construct the landscape, educating visitors on environmental stewardship. This program not only serves as a technological marvel but strengthens the State Island community by encapsulating the synergy between nature and innovation.

The project depicts a technical efficiency to embody a dynamic, performative space. It aims to tangibly improve air quality and carbon sequestration, optimizing environmental impact. The design encourages public interaction, fostering environmental awareness and community participation. This innovative approach exemplifies how architectural interventions can make change. The project aims to understand the structure as a large urban engine catalyzing societal and ecological transformation. The towering structure aspires to be a beacon of ecological restoration, seamlessly integrating advanced technologies within a vibrant urban ecosystem.