Robert Pattison > Baca Architects > www.baca.uk.com > [email protected]
Robert Pattison, Baca ArchitectsArchitecture and Resilience,AJ 2015
AwardsRIBA presidents research (UK) awarded – Winner 2014MIPIM Masterplanning – Winner 2014Technology Strategy Board – Design for future Climate 2012World Architecture Best Young Practices – Top 21, 2012 Green Dot Award (US) – Bronze Winner 2010Evening Standard New Homes – Highly Commended 2010International Urban Landscape Award (DL) – Bronze Winner 2010RIBA presidents research (UK) awarded – Winner 2009RIBA Sustainable Living by Design - Winner 2006Evening Standard New Homes – Commendation 2010Docklands Barges – Winner 2009
Is this the only solution?
Long-term Initiatives for Flood-risk Environments
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Formosa > The Thames Amphibious House
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The Amphibious House
Previous House Resting Position Flood Event
Maximum height permitted
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Issues / obstacles
• PLANNING- Conservation area, character and height
- PPS 25 (at the time)
- Maintenance
• ENVIRONMENT AGENCY- Proven technology?
- Detailed calculations
- Flood defence consent
• CONSTRUCTION, BUILDING REGS & WARRANTIES- Waterproofing & Guarantees
- Access
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Components of Amphibious Construction
1.Wetdock and debris control
2.Can-float base and dwelling
3.Guide posts and running gear
4.Flexible utility connections
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Cross section through the base
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The Thames Amphibious House
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