Abstract

High greenery-covered buildings are a new type of architecture that incorporates plants and trees into the design, aiming to create more sustainable and livable urban spaces. This paper introduces this building typology, presents examples of innovative projects and design strategies, and evaluates the social, environmental, and economic benefits of adding greenery to tall buildings. By analyzing successful cases, the paper distinguishes intentional greenery integration from superficial additions, providing insights for architects, developers, scholars, and the public. The article also addresses the drawbacks and challenges of planting trees and plants on tall buildings, such as construction costs, maintenance issues, and compliance with building and fire codes, and suggests solutions. This research enhances the understanding of the potential of greenery-covered tall buildings to transform urban landscapes into greener, more resilient, and socially beneficial environments by contributing to the architectural discourse on this emerging building typology.

Keywords: High-rise buildings, Vegetation, Advantages, Disadvantages, Biophilic design, Sustainability, Greenwashing