SHANGHAI — Shanghai is set for a new nature preserve that will be used to conserve the natural ecology of the Yangtze River, according to Inhabitat.<br /><br />The preserve will consist of an aquarium and a research facility. The building will be 427,000 square-feet and will sit at the mouth of the Yangtze River, according to information from the project website.<br /><br />This is to boost public engagement and raise awareness of the importance of ecological conservation of the river, according to Ennead architects.<br /><br />The preserve will use Translucent PTFE panels and other sustainable technology methods such as geothermal heating and cooling loops.<br /><br />Visitors will be able to view the local flora and the aquarium while inside the building, according to the architects.<br /><br />Suspended walkways will also be incorporated into the building, allowing tourists to get a closeup view of shoreline ecosystems that are usually found under the sea.<br /><br />The project is expected to be completed by 2021.
