Water Theater Provides Fresh Water and Entertainment
Contributing Monkie G Living Staff Monkies
Topics of Interest eco buildings, green architect, Green Architecture, green buildings, LEED, Solar Hot Water, Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Building
Here’s an example of cool architecture that multi-tasks.
In an attempt to revamp the harbour area of Las Palmas in Spain’s Canary Islands, Nicholas Grimshaw of Grimshaw Architects designed a stunning water theater that expands on the Seawater Greenhouse concept and takes full advantage of the area’s steep beaches, prominent winds and abundant sunshine.
Utilizing these renewable energies, the structure uses vertically stacked evaporators and condensers to convert sea water into fresh water. The roof collects solar heat, which is fed into a distiller, which freshens the water – which is then used to irrigate crops and help moderate the hot, arid climate.
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