The aftermath of Storm Henk continues. Leicestershire and Nottingham declare major flooding incidents.
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Our flood-resilient research and hospitality architecture are taking us to Bangladesh. The site is located within the ‘Chars’, adjacent to the River Meghna – an area where the translation means ‘land that appears and disappears’. Because of these traits, this transient environment lends itself to adaptable architecture. The site will provide 100 lodges and a clubhouse.
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BACA will be attending the fourth International Conference on Amphibious and Floating Architecture, Design and Engineering at the Institute for Floating Buildings (IfSB e.V.) and Brandenburg University of Technology (BTU) in Cottbus, Germany this week.
Professor Edmund Penning-Rowsell OBE, will open proceedings with his talk titled: 'Don’t sterilise our floodplains: Use them creatively'. Edmund has over 40 years’ experience of research and teaching in the flood hazard field, analysing floods and investment in flood alleviation, river management, water planning and landscape assessment. He is full professor at Middlesex University, UK and founder of Flood Hazard Research Centre (FHRC), as a specialist Centre where they focus on the socio-economic and policy dimensions of floods. This Centre must be one of the oldest of its type in the world. He is also a Distinguished Research Associate at Oxford University Centre for the Environment. Edmund’s talk will feature some of BACA’s built work: The UK's first amphibious house and Nijmegen, a £300m flood relief / river realignment scheme in Holland.
Robert Newman, Senior Architect, will present BACA’s latest amphibious designs in a talk titled “When looking at amphibious projects, is resilience about the longevity of the building or longevity of the planet, or both?”
In a moment of whimsy, Richard Coutts, found himself captivated by the allure of the Thames.
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BACA's spinoff company, Outdoor Sanctuaries, will be showcasing our designs for the Skylark, an eco-friendly luxury glamping experience at the Glamping Show today, tomorrow, and Saturday!
If you're passionate about innovative outdoor experiences, sustainability, and luxury camping, make sure to visit our stand 1026 at the Glamping Show. Our team is on hand to showcase our latest creations and share insights into how we're redefining outdoor hospitality.
Event Details:
The Glamping Show, NAEC Stoneleigh, CV8 2LH
Today, Tomorrow & Saturday
9:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Come explore our unique glamping solutions, designed to bring you closer to nature without compromising on comfort. Learn about our commitment to eco-friendly practices and discover the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation that Outdoor Sanctuaries offers.
