The farms are lifted up onto the roofs of buildings and connected by sky bridges. Commercial areas are integrated and mixed into social centers, which are easily accessible within walking distance. Parks are treated as an integral part of infrastructure and are laid out in congruence with the building areas. To design in mind with the natural elements William takes into consideration the pathways of winds, sun, and water – to ensure that everyone in the city has fresh air, fresh water, and direct sunlight in every apartment at some point of the day. He uses cradle to cradle design to ensure that the city is an environmentally and community mindful space. William McDonough is a green-minded architect working with a team to design 12 new cities in China to house 400 million people in twelve years.
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