"Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) has turned its signature fluid forms into a living solution for the fragile waters of Hong Kong's North Lantau Marine Park. The project, called Nereid, is a digitally fabricated marine habitat that uses large-scale 3D printing to create reef-like structures designed to boost biodiversity and protect endangered species such as the Chinese White Dolphin. The concept emerged from a partnership between ZHA, the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, and local marine scientists."
"What makes Nereid distinct from traditional artificial reefs is its precision engineering. Advanced additive manufacturing allows the habitat to incorporate internal cavities and surface textures that mimic natural coral formations, offering shelter and breeding grounds for fish and invertebrates. The design also acts as a physical barrier against bottom-trawling, a destructive fishing practice that scrapes the seabed and devastates ecosystems. Beyond ecological benefits, the project showcases how high-tech architecture can address urgent environmental challenges."
Nereid is a digitally fabricated marine habitat designed for North Lantau Marine Park to boost biodiversity and protect endangered species such as the Chinese White Dolphin. The project emerged from collaboration with the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation and local marine scientists and produced a prototype unveiled at the World Design Congress in London. The structure uses a marine-grade, pH-neutral material that encourages settlement of algae and filter-feeding shellfish to build foundational food chains. Precision additive manufacturing creates internal cavities and textured surfaces that mimic coral, provide shelter and breeding grounds, and act as a physical barrier against bottom-trawling. The prototype will be installed in the park's conservation zone to stimulate phytoplankton and filter-feeder growth.
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