Brent Allpress
Ip Kwun Lun
Emma Noren
Phu Vu
Zheyi Xue
Zhi Li
Vision
A new strata of infrastructure is proposed that enhances daily life in Bangkok and supports locals and tourists during the disruption of flooding. When serious flooding occurs there are currently limited evacuation routes.
An elevated urban pedestrian and mobility system will ensure public accessibility during flooding by connecting river transport with elevated public rail transport. New diverse urban programs and activities are introduced across this new infrastructure that contribute to the everyday life of the city of Bangkok and strengthen the active connections between the city and the river.
We propose a new strata of mobility infrastructure and mixed use programs that connects the water transportation network, pedestrian pathways and the skytrain. This will: