Stamp House by Charles Wright Architects;Image courtesy of Charles Wright Architects

text by Doug Ross

Shelter and sanctuary:design inspired by disaster

Australian Design Review takes a look at architectural design that is both inspired by, and responsive to, the realities of an increasingly volatile natural environment.

As the ferocity and prevalence of natural disasters grows, the role of considered, contextual design in the construction of our homes and cities has never been more important.No country is immune from environmental forces, and as recent tropical cyclones in Queensland and the Northern Territory demonstrate, Australia is well acquainted with the ferocity of extreme conditions. But in the face of these increasingly frequent weather events, an opportunity for innovative and inspired design fosters the growth of correlated industries, while developing resilient urban environments.With this in mind, ADR takes a look at some international and Australian examples of environmental forces inspiring the design of both residential and community buildings.....Continue Reading

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