Wasserwald

Lea Bernhard | Hochschule für Gestaltung Offenbach

Extreme weather events such as heavy rainfall and increasingly intense and long periods of drought are becoming more common all the time. In cities, such extreme events are exacerbated by extensive ground sealing. The design of “Wasserwald” aims to counteract this by collecting and storing rainwater for watering plants. Each tree in the “Wasserwald” can hold up to 2,400 litres of water, which can be used to the benefit of the surrounding nature and vegetation. Moreover, the forest offers a welcoming atmosphere in which to idle and relax.

Nominated 2024 in the category »Nachwuchs«