Unemori Architects' Community Center is Built in Fukushima
Elena Rahman — June 15, 2021 — Art & Design
References: unemori-archi & dezeen
Architecture studio Unemori Architects built an earthquake-proof community center in Fukushima, following the city's 2011 Tōhoku earthquake. To represent the city's resilience and demonstrate active revitalization of the community, the Sukagawa Community Center is designed to bring the city together under one roof.
Residents of Fukushima can use the space to work, learn, and meet with friends and family as a wider effort to rejuvenate the disaster-stricken area. The five-story building features libraries, a museum, a lecture hall, childcare centers, and cafes, equating to 13,700 square meters.
Sukagawa is designed to fit into the city seamlessly. It boasts steel panels that wrap around the building's exterior and will be used as a temporary disaster relief center should there be any future earthquakes.
Image Credit: Dezeen
Residents of Fukushima can use the space to work, learn, and meet with friends and family as a wider effort to rejuvenate the disaster-stricken area. The five-story building features libraries, a museum, a lecture hall, childcare centers, and cafes, equating to 13,700 square meters.
Sukagawa is designed to fit into the city seamlessly. It boasts steel panels that wrap around the building's exterior and will be used as a temporary disaster relief center should there be any future earthquakes.
Image Credit: Dezeen
Trend Themes
1. Earthquake-proof Architecture - There is an opportunity for architectural firms to develop innovative designs that are more resilient to natural disasters.
2. Community-centered Spaces - Developing community spaces can help revitalize and bring together communities impacted by natural disasters.
3. Sustainable Building Materials - Incorporating sustainable building materials in the design of community centers can provide more environmentally friendly solutions to rebuild disaster-stricken areas.
Industry Implications
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2. Construction - Construction companies can leverage their expertise to incorporate earthquake-proof designs in their building projects, especially in areas prone to natural disasters.
3. Community Development - Community development organizations can focus on creating community-centered spaces to bring together residents impacted by natural disasters and promote social cohesion.
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