💫 at the ned of our tour we went on a tour through the World’s First Arcology Prototype- Arcosanti. 💫Arcology is a set of design principles conceived of by the late theoretical architect, PaoloSoleri. The term is a blending of ‘architecture’ and ‘ecology’ and is the antithesis of urban sprawl. Sensing the growing reliance on cars, the increasing appropriation of natural spaces for housing developments, and the negative impact both on the human spirit and the planet, Soleri conceived of Arcosanti as a proof of concept of arcology. Begun in 1970 and based on an arcologyminded design theory, Arcosanti, dubbed ‘The Urban Laboratory,’ one of the modern worlds first attempt at creating an urban living experience that is vertical, densely integrated with mixed uses, and environmentally-conscious. 💫Today, Arcosanti is considerd an important and early example of a radical urvan plan that enables conservation of land, energy, and natural resources. Over 8000 sustainability-minded voluntee...