2024-12-25T11:44:41-05:00 https://archinect.com/news/article/150264554/foster-partners-unveils-health-centered-masterplan-for-bangkok Niall Patrick Walsh 2021-05-20T12:49:00-04:00 >2024-10-25T04:07:38-04:00 <img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/2a/2af21b5189e342d3669e3c583d5b1003.jpg?fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1200" border="0" /><p><a href="https://archinect.com/fosterandpartners" target="_blank">Foster + Partners</a> has unveiled plans for a residential-led <a href="https://archinect.com/news/tag/766906/masterplan" target="_blank">masterplan</a> on the outskirts of <a href="https://archinect.com/news/tag/56191/bangkok" target="_blank">Bangkok</a>. Named &ldquo;The Forestias,&rdquo; the masterplan seeks to address the growing disconnect between contemporary city life and family traditions, while also placing an emphasis on health, wellbeing, smart infrastructure, and a connection with nature. The masterplan therefore features elements such as a large central forest, a variety of multi-generational family co-living, and provisions for <a href="https://archinect.com/news/tag/659173/autonomous-vehicles" target="_blank">autonomous vehicles</a>, smart meters, and sensor networks.</p> <p>The Forestias is divided into two zones: a northern area defined by civic-level public functions, and a southern zone dedicated primarily to residential developments. A forest sits at the center of the masterplan, linking the two urban zones while embodying the development&rsquo;s vision; a positive, harmonious relationship between the built and natural environment. The forest is anchored by a central Forest Pavilion, serving as an &ldquo;experience center&rdquo; with immers...</p>