One Thames Way
-Shortlisted for ‘Eye Line Drawing Competition’ - RIBA Journal 2017-
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-Featured in Behance Gallery for Architecture Visualization 2016-
One Thames Way is designed in preparation for the Great Flood, in accordance with the newest global warming data and as a direct response to the general paranoia and insecurity of the elite. The construction provides the elite with a safe space, where they can continue their lifestyle, without being disturbed by the catastrophic events happening outside the establishment.
The building will incorporate luxury survival apartments designed and equipped according to their owner’s needs, food growing areas, and a hedonistic pantry fully stocked with expensive food items, and exquisite wine and spirits . As the flood envelops London, each unit of housing becomes not just financially valuable, but also existentially precious.
One Thames Way is set to be fully operational by 2075, when it is predicted that the rising sea level will reach 16m in the south east of London.
London is facing a serious threat, as global temperatures increase, causing sea water levels to rise. It is predicted that the Thames Barrier will no longer be able to prevent the water from enveloping the city. Within 20 years, the barrier will become nonoperational, and floods will begin to reshape the contour of the city.
Exploded views of One Thames Way
Laser cut model + Photoshop
Series of floor plans showing the elevated canals and their extended infrastructure.
Section of One Thames Way
Half of the building will be underground, thus ensuring an ideal temperatures all year round. The top half will serve as a dam structure. The windows observed in the picture below are mere faux windows designed to appeal to the public before the building can be used. (SketchUp image, rendered via Shaderlight)
Elevation render of One Thames Way