Arcology

Arcology was coined by Paolo Soleri as a set of architectural design principles.  These principles describe the design of enormous hyperstructures with extremely high population densities.  Hyperstructures, also known as megacities, are self-contained cities with residential, commercial, and light industries.  The purpose of such structures is to minimize the ecological footprint made by humans and help solve overpopulation.  These structures are often practice a form of autarky, or complete independence from the rest of the world.  A person would never need to leave the structure during their lifetime.

Try 2004

Potential Arcologies

Arcologies have been proposed in many cities, although one has never fully been built. 

·        Tokyo – X-Speed 4000 (4000m), TRY-2004 (2004m), Aeropolis 2001 (2001m), MOTHER (1321m), Sky City 1000 (1000m)

·        Dongtan, near Shanghai – “eco-city” (expected completion by 2040)

·        Calgary - +15 System

·        New York City - Co-op City

·        Cordes Junction near Phoenix – Arcosanti (under construction)