The Evolution of the Architectural Image of Floating Structures Through Mobility and Inflatability Themes

Abstract

The aim of the study is to evaluate the latest developments in floating architecture examples and to show the importance of the themes of mobility and inflatability in the evolution of the architectural image related to floating structures in terms of future architectural products. The scope of the study includes studies of theoretical figures, including floating architecture examples and detailed theoretical explanations about these examples. The method of the study was determined as literature review. In this way, prominent examples and works are evaluated and compared. The original value of the study is important in terms of evaluating a niche subject such as floating structures with the subheading of "architectural image" in terms of two basic topics such as mobility and inflatability. The findings of the study include data that the floating structures image will become widespread enough to be used in all spatial functions in future architectural productions through mobility and inflatability. As a result, the evolution of the architectural image of floating structures through mobility and inflatability themes create a contemporary template for the future possibilities of housing, urban areas, healthcare and educational facilities, accommodation and related functions including the flexible combinations of floatable structures. All of these point to a future where, in near future scenarios, water will be used actively not only at water edges through floating structures, but also in daily life, in many cases where water is associated with crises and natural disasters, but these processes are prolonged. This contains clues that a production area that strengthens the architectural image of floating structures and carries it into the future will gradually spread to a wider area.