Flooding poses a critical threat to European riverside regions, intensified by climate change and urbanization. Traditional flood management methods are inadequate, necessitating innovative solutions integrating amphibious architecture and sustainable strategies. This project aims to address these challenges by developing adaptable river spaces through amphibious structures, resilient landscape design, and eco-friendly architecture.
In Albania’s Shkodra region, historical settlement patterns and unregulated post-communist developments have exacerbated flood vulnerability. Frequent flooding, particularly from November to March, has caused significant damage, highlighting the need for resilient solutions. Albania’s reliance on grey infrastructure has proven costly and environmentally detrimental, underscoring the need for a paradigm shift towards sustainable development.
The project will focus on three pillars:
Amphibious Architecture: Designing structures adaptable to changing water levels.
Landscape as a Barrier: Utilizing elevated platforms, green spaces, and flood-resistant promenades, supported by neuroarchitecture studies.
Sustainable Strategies: Implementing eco-friendly designs, advanced drainage systems, adaptive planning, and community engagement.
Germany’s experiences with flooding, particularly in Hamburg’s HafenCity, offer valuable case studies in amphibious architecture and landscape integration. Observing and analyzing these developments will provide insights into sustainable building practices.
Methodology includes literature reviews, site analyses, stakeholder engagement, and architectural simulations. The project aims to identify challenges and opportunities, develop innovative designs, and propose policy recommendations. By focusing on sustainable development, the project seeks to enhance the resilience of European riverside communities, ensuring ecological balance and community well-being.