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Bamboo Facade and Green Roof Tower Addressing Urban Flooding in Mumbai

Author:
Anirudh Sharma
Bamboo Facade and Green Roof Tower Addressing Urban Flooding in Mumbai

Project in-detail

Incorporating a twisting bamboo façade and green roof, this facility addresses urban flooding while providing essential water treatment and community spaces in Mumbai.
5 key facts about this project
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Utilizes a twisting bamboo façade that maximizes natural light and water collection.
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Incorporates green roofs to enhance biodiversity and provide recreational space.
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Features an innovative rainwater management system designed for urban flooding resilience.
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Integrates community spaces promoting social interaction and local economic activities.
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Constructed primarily with sustainable materials to minimize environmental impact.

The Resilient Filter Tower, situated in Mumbai, India, serves both as a water treatment facility and a community space, addressing urban water management in a densely populated area. This architectural project harnesses rainwater and integrates wastewater treatment processes, all while providing essential services to the community.

The architectural design emphasizes sustainability and community engagement through a multi-use structure that combines practical functions with social interaction areas. The facility not only improves the local water management system but also enhances the urban landscape by providing recreational spaces for residents.

Unique Design Approaches

The architectural design features a twisting structure that mimics the flow of water, facilitating effective rainwater collection and drainage. The use of local materials, such as bamboo laminate for the façade, reinforces the project's commitment to sustainability while providing an aesthetic link to local traditions. Reinforced concrete forms the core structure, ensuring durability in the face of Mumbai's climate challenges.

Different from conventional facilities, the Resilient Filter Tower includes a variety of community-oriented spaces, including co-working areas and market spaces. This multifunctionality promotes interaction among residents and fosters local economic initiatives. Additionally, green roofs are incorporated to enhance biodiversity and offer recreational opportunities.

Ecological and Urban Impact

The project represents a significant response to urban flooding issues while promoting environmental sustainability. By treating water onsite and enhancing existing drainage systems, the Resilient Filter Tower exemplifies architecture that addresses immediate local needs while preparing for future climate challenges. It encourages community engagement and collaboration, positioning itself as a significant element in the urban fabric of Mumbai.

For further insights into the Resilient Filter Tower, readers are encouraged to explore the architectural plans, architectural sections, and architectural designs that illustrate the project’s innovative concepts and practicalities.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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Competition organisers

The MICROHOME 10 competition invites participants to submit visionary designs for off-grid, modular microhomes that push the limits of sustainable, small-scale living. Organised by Buildner in partnership with Kingspan and Hapi Homes, this tenth edition sets the challenge of designing a dwelling for two people within a maximum floor area of 25 m², encouraging bold solutions adaptable to any urban or rural location. The competition continues Buildner’s mission to foster innovative approaches to compact, energy-efficient housing that can address pressing global challenges.

This year’s edition offers a generous total prize fund of €100,000, including the Kingspan Award for designs that integrate high-performance Kingspan products and the Hapi Homes Award for a project selected for real-world construction. In addition to cash prizes, the winners gain international exposure through Buildner’s media partnerships, publications, and a dedicated MICROHOME magazine, further amplifying their ideas to the wider architectural community.

Key dates for MICROHOME 10 include the closing date for registration on 25 September 2025, the submission deadline on 29 October 2025 (11:59 p.m. London time), and the announcement of winners on 9 December 2025. These milestones ensure participants have clear timelines to develop and present their concepts, with early registration discounts available to support students and emerging designers worldwide.

MICROHOME

Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #10 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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