Italian Man-made Volcano

I am so intrigued by this interesting architectural feat. I had to look twice at this photo just to make sure that it wasnt an actual volcano and how the heck Renzo Piano (architect) could envision and enact this beautiful structure. It lies in the town of Nola, near Mt. Vesuvius. Renzo calls this a "good volcano" due to the fact that the entire roof of this commercial structure is filled in with over 2,500 plants. The roof also is penetrated with multiple skylights that allow natural light into the building, as well as, solar panels to help power the business park. The solar panels double as windows because they are double-sided glass panels that absorb the suns rays as well as let light into the interior structure. At the center of the giant volcano is an outdoor stadium. The complex also houses various shops, restaurants, and even an hotel. This gives a sense of the incredible size of the "good volcano." The actual structure of this building are tree like metal beams with several beams coming off one large "trunk." I encourage you look up other photographs of this incredible structure.