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Lotus Float
Code PSC014
Like a lotus, the floating
module for amphibious living, adapts to the water without resisting its
presence. Going up and down according to its will, without wandering,
guided always by the central cylinder anchored in the soil.
LOTUS FLOAT is the result
of the perfect integration between water-life-habitat. it is a model that
does not resist water, but instead makes it the variation engine. they
work symbiotically. Lotus float uses water as it's foundation and base
surfacing depending on the amount of air contained in it's lower portion.
it's anchored in the g round with an axis or central column that functions
with the module directing it's vertical movement, according to the water
level and avoiding the lateral, while conserving the module in it's place.
it is equipped with an alternative mechanical system in case of mechanical
failures.
LOCATION
The hypothetical location has the following characteristics:
· River flood zone
· Frequency, 3 times per year, during 2 months each time
· Topography, plains
· Flooding range, 0-1 meter.
· Climate, variable
THE URBAN MODEL
Uses the octagon as it's basic form, generating in it's repetitions, flexible
urban groups, in a spontaneous form, one by one, or giant conglomerates
with organized screens and distinct types of housing (octagons), work
and commercial areas. ( squares) interrelated dynamically among plazas
and community meeting places or open areas where water's main role is
to recreate an environment with fountains and cascades.
THE HOUSING MODULE
The module created is flexible to the type of family that inhabits it,
giving the option of a singular home of 57mts² or 2 homes of 28.5
Mts²
In its function, it intends to be autonomous, equipped with:
· An outhouse for organic wastes, with small, interchangeable tanks
whose (contents) will become a source of natural gas.
· Asmall treatment plant with an anaerobic system for residual
waters will empty into the river
· A water tank used to collect water for internal use
· The outer covering would be done with solar energy panels.
MATERIALS
The floater and air chamber is composed of triangular modules in recyclable
plastic, that make up the platform in which the housing will be built
in an area connecting with other modules. The housing is constructed out
of light sandwich-like panels, exterior sheets and a polyurethane interior,
making it highly thermal.
SCOPE OF THE PROJECT
The lotus float is an idea that requires the intervention of professionals
of various disciplines for the correct functioning from a technical point
of view.
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