Arcology

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An Arcology (A combination of Architecture and Ecology) refers to a proposed category of large scale structure capable of accommodating large numbers of residents.

Arcologies in science fiction

  • Mega City One in Judge Dredd is a vast stretch of arcologies on the eastern seaboard of the former US
  • Hive Worlds in Warhammer 40,000 are dominated by huge arcologies known as hives
  • The surface of Coruscant has its surface covered by Arcologies.