Flood resilient

Situated within the Yangtze River flood plains in Nanchang city in central-east China, the Fishtail park is a rejuvenation project of an ill-treated landscape of 126acres into a floating forest that exhibits stormwater regulation, promotes biodiversity, encourages recreational activities, and reconnects locals with nature. Turenscape Design Institute undertook the project to reimagine the waterscape as one of the largest floating parks which not only gives a unique identity to the new district but also acts as a catalyst for urban development. Turenscape The project is part of a larger initiative by the landscape architect of the firm, Kongjian Yu, to demonstrate that it is possible to create new space in cities for people and nat... Más

Perched on the riverbank of the Yangtze River in Wuhan, the No Art bookstore by Qing Studio occupies a long strip space with an interior depth of 8m placed within a box-type waterproof wall serving as the last line of defence during flooding.  Yilong Zhao Being a part of the flood control infrastructure of the city, the store is prone to flooding during extreme monsoons. To overcome this, the shop equips a 1:12 slope disabled ramp standard for the inner floor fast outflow after flooding. The instant shift beneath the feet also attempts to prolong the experience of walking inside the store by adjusting user attention.  Yilong Zhao Additionally, to further ease the eye, materials which appear gentle are used on t... Más

The opening of the Haisla Youth centre, designed by Mackin Architects, established a new community space in the Kitamaat village.  Andrew Latreille Situated adjacent to a soccer field, the centre serves as an extension of the ground, a space for young people to play games and sports, cook, enjoy art and media, learn marine biology or merely be in their bubble.  Andrew Latreille Keeping climate change in mind, the building highlights design solutions to protect people during extreme geological events like flash floods, tsunamis, high winds, and heavy snowfall.  Andrew Latreille The structure is built on a high plinth with flood-tolerant flooring materials to adapt to the changing sea levels, there... Más

Built on a pentagonal-shaped plot in a bustling neighbourhood of Tokyo, the Murakoshi House, designed by S Design Farm is an unconventional three-storey residence. Surrounded by roads on three sides in a flood-prone area due to a nearby stream, the site possessed several challenges.  Koichi Torimura In response to the client’s privacy concerns, the structure is enclosed in metal panels supported by a concrete foundation, with limited openings on one of the exterior walls. A large window in an exterior atrium that leads to a courtyard on the first floor provides light and ventilation to the interiors while maintaining privacy. Koichi Torimura The distinct trapezoidal shape of the living-dining area, with a clea... Más