A Study on Architectural Type and Design Characteristics of Floating Architecture

Pak, Sungsine

Journal of Navigation and Port Research 2011;35(5):407-414.
Published online June 30, 2011.

플로팅건축의 유형 및 디자인 특성에 관한 연구

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A Study on Architectural Type and Design Characteristics of Floating Architecture

Sungsine Pak

Abstract

Floating architecture is the most effective way to accommodate itself to sea-level rise due to climate change. At the same time floating architecture is the best model to offer the new spatial experience through water-friendly environment. Domestic floating architecture is still on the early stage compared to Europe which has several companies specialized in designing and building floating architecture. Floating architecture is divided into 8 types according to its criteria such as program, form, scale, level, location, access, mobility and energy. The following are design characteristics of floating architecture : ① composed of 2 stories, ② having large deck, ③ designing rectangular plan and balanced mass, ④ maximizing view, ⑤ having water-friendly space, ⑥ multi-using space and minimizing surface, ⑦ planning section to control light reflecting from the water, ⑧ modular and unit system.

Key Words: floating architecture;architectural type;design characteristics;climate change;resort;disaster;tourism;costal culture;space design marketing