Tsunami Marine Research Center (6 pics)

Maine-based architecture firm Solus4 recently submitted this proposal for a Marine Research Centre in Bali Indonesia. The international competition was an opportunity to study the structure of tsunami waves, and sought to address the need for tsunami research and preparation in response to the devastation caused by the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami.

Solus4's 27,000 sq ft (2,500 sq m) structure includes research labs, bedrooms for scientists, a seawater pool, aquatic garden library, and an auditorium. Tidal generators will be used along with photovoltaics to generate electricity, while solar passive and energy efficient design will minimize energy usage. Rainwater will be collected and seawater conversion systems will provide potable water for the facility.

via [world architecture news], [inhabitat]

Tags: Center, Inspired, Marine, Research, Tsunami, Waves, architecture

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Comment by Sophie on October 21, 2010 at 8:51am: I don't particularly love this type of architecture, it's certainly spectacular but harmful to the marine environment I think.

Comment by Lp47 on October 16, 2010 at 9:21pm: This could be converted into a sick floating club :p

Comment by Vinicius Betton on October 16, 2010 at 3:41pm: Uau! Incredible!

Comment by Eugene on October 16, 2010 at 12:49pm: Love this! Nice one wishNYa!