Koen Olthuis: Why the future of cities may be floating
Summary
Architect Koen Olthuis suggests that as sea levels rise due to climate change, cities should be built on water, not behind higher barriers. He proposes floating structures as a solution that could be used globally, from luxury homes to schools and communities.Key Facts
- Koen Olthuis is a Dutch architect.
- He focuses on designing floating cities as a response to rising sea levels.
- The design includes luxury homes in the Netherlands.
- There are also plans for floating schools in poorer areas.
- Olthuis's projects include entire island communities in the Maldives.
- He believes living on water might be necessary for future urban areas.
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