Midtown Manhattan will soon become much greener thanks to New York City Planning Commission’s unanimous approval of Snøhetta’s design for a new privately-owned public space (POPS) in 550 Madison, a Philip Johnson-designed postmodernist landmark. Designed as a “vibrant sensory retreat,” the new public space will take the shape of a lush garden—the largest of its kind in the district—that will become a haven for both people and urban pollinators. The garden is being developed as part of...
from Inhabitat - Green Design, Innovation, Architecture, Green Building https://inhabitat.com/snohetta-to-revitalize-midtown-manhattan-with-vibrant-garden
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