What is Mobile & Distributed Architecture?

Of course the inital response to this type of architecture is the idea of movement... something that is not static. Mobile architecture needs to have a certain level of flexibilty to allow for the entity to adapt to various contexts as it would not have any one site... this brings with it a great deal of difficulty. How could the issue of not having a particular site in mind during the design stage affect the outcome? What could be implemented to allow this architectural entity to be both mobile and adaptive?


This idea of mobile architecture could also tie into distributed architecture. As discussed within the flexible architecture thoughts... maybe pods could move to areas and then be dropped to start the creation of a new building? This allows the pods being distributed to all come from the same beginning of one bigger entity and then disperse to various areas of need. How could this aid the government of Australia?.. we already have a distributed government but could this take it to a new level?


Some exemplars...

This architectural idea is a good example of how distributed and mobile architecture could actually work together. It could also work with the pods thought that was described in the flexible architecture posts.
Prefab architecture is an idea that has been grabbing a lot of attention in the last few years and I think it definitely is an idea for the future that could help create new dwellings very quickly if need be. Could this type of architecture be utilized by the government? Maybe these pods/dwellings could be distributed in times of emergency to where they are needed?


Here is some info from the website:
'More and more architects (as well as their clients) are becoming aware of the benefits of prefabricated architecture. Here is a first-ever look at the light, modular, dismantlable, transportable, mobile, adaptable, self-supporting, and recyclable projects that make life easier for 21st-century nomads! Featuring over 25 extraordinary projects designed by progressive architects, PreFab takes a look at an assortment of intriguing prefabricated buildings whose functions range from single-family houses and guest pavilions to offices and bars.

Filled with 300 full-color examples and 50 architectural plans by the designers themselves, PreFab will prove to become the definitive reference for architects, contractors, homeowners, and anyone else interested in creating a prefabricated structure.' Accessed: http://prefabs.blogspot.com/2009/10/prefab-adaptable-modular-dismountable.html



Floating mobile architecture?? This allows for ease of movement but would have an element of uncertainty due to weather conditions.. how could an architectural dwelling like the one pictured above cope in extreme weather conditions?




This image sparks interest in what was discussed at the start of this blog post. How could something mobile/distributed possibly adapt to the various contexts it might move to. EG as displayed here.. rural vs. urban?


accessed: http://architectureforemergencyresponses.blogspot.com/p/mobile-architecture.html

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