as a reaction to the growing risks of climate change and the challenges faced by increasing urbanization, grimshaw and dutch manufacturing specialists concrete valley have developed an innovative design for a system of modular water dwellings. the habitats are imagined as a potential solution to high land values by offering affordable accommodation beyond the constraints of land-based construction, and resilient to the looming threat of flooding from rising sea-levels.

 
 
?in facing the realities of global transformations, be they climate change, increased urbanisation or reduced resources, it is critical that architects and designers respond to these concerns in a variety of ways,? jorrin ten have, associate principal at grimshaw says. ?by addressing specific challenges confronting current and future populations, the modular water dwellings offer an affordable, sustainable and efficient alternative for safe and desirable housing.?  
the modular water dwellings incorporate standardized components that can be efficiently manufactured, while still allowing for a variety of internal layouts to meet occupants? personal requirements. furthermore, the homes can be orientated in different ways to best respond to its site, local conditions, light sources and views. they also maximize the use of durable and non-corroding materials, including concrete and glass, ensuring a long design lifespan.

 
 
meanwhile, the water dwellings use minimal energy with their well-insulated a...