Danish studio Tredje Natur has introduced a revolutionary concept called Pop Up, which proposes floating car parks built on top of flood-preventing reservoirs to enhance urban flood resilience. This design aims to address the growing issue of urban flooding and the loss of public space due to parking lots, particularly in densely populated cities like Tokyo. The parking structure is designed to rise above ground during extreme weather, while also incorporating a public garden on the roof. Tredje Natur emphasizes the need for innovative urban planning solutions in light of climate change, arguing that combining flood management and parking infrastructure can be more cost-effective and socially beneficial. The studio advocates for larger, systemic solutions to prepare cities for increasing natural hazards, promoting designs that manage rainwater effectively and are adaptable to future climate challenges.
| name | description | change | 10-year | driving-force | relevancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Floating Car Parks | Proposal for floating car parks on flood-preventing reservoirs to optimize urban space. | Transition from traditional parking lots to innovative floating structures that adapt to extreme weather. | Cities may feature more multifunctional infrastructure combining parking and flood management. | Increasing urban flooding due to climate change necessitates innovative urban planning solutions. | 4 |
| Danish Leadership in Flood Resilience | Denmark becoming a leader in innovative flood-resilient urban planning after significant flooding events. | Shift from reactive to proactive urban planning in response to climate change impacts. | Danish cities may serve as models for flood resilience globally, influencing urban planning standards. | Urgent need to adapt cities to increasingly frequent flooding events due to climate change. | 5 |
| Cloudburst Management Plan | Copenhagen’s initiative to improve flood resilience through systematic urban planning. | Transition from traditional flooding responses to integrated management systems. | More cities may adopt similar management plans for urban resilience against flooding. | Recognition that existing infrastructure is inadequate for extreme weather conditions. | 4 |
| Permeable Paving Systems | Introduction of Climate Tile paving that facilitates immediate rainwater management in urban areas. | From reliance on deep underground drainage to surface-level water management solutions. | Urban areas may increasingly incorporate permeable surfaces to manage rainwater effectively. | Need for cost-effective and efficient water management solutions in urban settings. | 4 |
| Climate-Adapted Urban Areas | Development of climate districts intentionally designed to flood during heavy rain events. | Shift from conventional urban development to climate-adaptive designs that allow flooding. | New urban developments may prioritize flood resilience as a core design principle. | Growing awareness of climate change impacts drives innovative urban design strategies. | 5 |
| Systemic Large-Scale Solutions | Advocacy for larger-scale, systemic approaches to urban planning in response to climate crises. | From incremental changes in urban planning to bold, large-scale climate adaptation solutions. | Cities may embrace transformative urban designs to mitigate climate-related risks effectively. | Recognition that small, incremental changes are insufficient to address escalating climate challenges. | 5 |
| name | description | relevancy |
|---|---|---|
| Inadequate Urban Infrastructure | Current urban designs and underground infrastructure may not cope with increasing frequency of extreme weather events due to climate change. | 5 |
| Flood Risk Management | The rising risk of flooding necessitates innovative solutions for urban planning, as traditional methods are proving inefficient. | 5 |
| Public Space Utilization | Conflict between parking needs and public space can hinder urban development and resilience against flooding. | 4 |
| Slow Adoption of Innovative Solutions | The building sector’s resistance to adopting new, untested innovations could delay essential urban adaptations. | 4 |
| Sustainability vs. Cost | Balancing immediate cost-saving measures with long-term sustainable urban planning is a significant concern. | 4 |
| Climate Change Impact | Climate change is worsening flooding and drought conditions, leading to more frequent extreme weather events and urban crisis. | 5 |
| Legal and Legislative Obstacles | Existing legal frameworks may impede the adoption of innovative urban solutions to combat climate-related disasters. | 3 |
| Inequality in Urban Planning | Societal conflict over land use for parking vs. public utility may exacerbate inequalities in urban neighborhoods. | 4 |
| name | description | relevancy |
|---|---|---|
| Floating Car Parks | Innovative parking structures that rise above ground during flooding, integrating flood management and urban parking needs. | 5 |
| Pragmatic Urban Planning | A shift towards practical, bold solutions in urban design to address climate change and extreme weather effects. | 5 |
| Integrated Green Spaces | Combining public gardens with functional structures to enhance urban resilience while providing social benefits. | 4 |
| Proactive Flood Management | Designing urban areas to intentionally flood during heavy rain events as a method of water management and resilience. | 5 |
| Permeable Infrastructure | Utilizing permeable materials in urban planning to facilitate immediate rainwater absorption and management. | 4 |
| Systemic Large-Scale Solutions | Emphasizing the need for comprehensive, large-scale urban design strategies to combat climate-related challenges. | 5 |
| Climate-Adaptive Neighborhoods | Developing entire urban areas specifically designed to adapt to and manage climate change impacts. | 5 |
| name | description | relevancy |
|---|---|---|
| Floating Car Parks | Innovative parking structures that rise above ground during flooding, utilizing reservoirs for flood prevention. | 5 |
| Climate Tile | Permeable paving system that filters rainwater into drainage channels, aiding urban water management. | 4 |
| Artificial Islands as Flood Barriers | Creation of artificial islands designed to protect urban areas from storm surges while providing housing. | 5 |
| Resilient Urban Planning | Holistic approach to urban design that integrates flood management and public space, adapting to climate change. | 5 |
| name | description | relevancy |
|---|---|---|
| Floating Car Parks | Innovative parking solutions that adapt to urban flooding by rising during extreme weather events. | 5 |
| Urban Flood Resilience | Increasing need for cities to develop infrastructure that can withstand more frequent flooding due to climate change. | 5 |
| Sustainable Urban Design | Integration of green spaces and flood management in urban planning to enhance resilience. | 4 |
| Climate-Adapted Urban Areas | Development of neighborhoods specifically designed to handle climate challenges, such as flooding. | 4 |
| Innovative Water Management | New approaches to managing rainwater and flooding that move away from traditional underground systems. | 5 |
| Public-Private Collaboration in Urban Planning | The necessity for collaboration between public entities and private firms to create adaptive urban environments. | 4 |
| Legislative Challenges in Urban Adaptation | Need for new policies to support innovative urban planning solutions addressing climate change. | 3 |
| Artificial Islands for Flood Defense | Use of artificial land structures as flood barriers to protect urban areas from storm surges. | 4 |