Construction of Mobile Mega-Structures in Aquatic Environment: Advantages and Prospects

Modern technologies contribute to the adaptation of water space as a potential human habitat. The purpose of the article is to identify the advantages and prospects of the construction of mobile mega-structures in the water environment. The leading approach to the study of this problem is based on the system analysis of the features of the leading modern technologies for the construction of artificial territories. The characteristic methods of organization of mobile and stationary mega-structures are considered on the example of realized and conceptual projects from the world practice. On the basis identified features, the advantages and prospects of construction of mobile floating mega-structures are distinguished in comparison with stationary ones in terms of environmental impact, economic costs and social aspects. The materials of the article can be useful for theoretical research and forecasting of the development of architecture in the context of alternative habitats, as well as for the practical implementation of floating architectural structures.

S.А. KIZILOVA, Architect (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)

Moscow Architectural Institute (State Academy) (11/4 Rozhdestvenka Street, 107031, Moscow, Russian Federation)

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