# Urban Flood-Proofing Flood-proofing architecture becomes a centralized focus in urban areas. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Jan 25, 2018 | Category: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/environmental-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/urban-floodproofing ## Key Figures - Trend score: 2.9/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Urban Flood-Proofing trend? **Urban Flood-Proofing:** Though flood-proofing has long been incorporated into architectural designs, businesses are now conceptualizing flood-proof architecture in urban environments in new ways as a reactive response to climate change, and the environmental disasters it has accelerated in might and number in recent years. This shift comes as businesses, governments and populations slowly come to terms with the climate change-related resolutions the science community has backed for some time now. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 31, 2017 to Jan 24, 2018 - Published: Jan 25, 2018 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Themes within the Urban Flood-Proofing trend ### Flood-Proofing Architecture Businesses are now conceptualizing flood-proof architecture in urban environments in new ways as a reactive response to climate change, creating disruptive innovation opportunities for architects and engineers. ### Floating Structures As sea levels rise and flooding becomes more prevalent, there has been an emergence of floating architecture concepts, creating opportunities in the real estate and construction industries. ### Environmental Disaster Response As climate change increases the frequency of environmental disasters, there is a growing need for innovative and sustainable disaster response solutions, creating opportunities in architecture and engineering industries. ## What the Urban Flood-Proofing trend means for industry ### For Architecture and Engineering Opportunities abound for architects and engineers to design and construct flood-proof and floating structures, as well as innovative environmental disaster response solutions. ### For Real Estate and Construction As floating structures become more prevalent, there will be opportunities in real estate and construction to adapt and expand to meet the growing demand for innovative and sustainable solutions. ### For Environmental Protection and Management As climate change worsens, there will be increasing demand for professionals in environmental protection and management to develop and implement strategies to mitigate the effects of environmental disasters. ## Workshop question How can your brand better incorporate itself into solutions to problems that will soon have local and global impacts? ## Trend signals for Urban Flood-Proofing Trend score 2.9 out of 10, from popularity 40%, activity 40%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 40% - Activity: 40% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Urban Flood-Proofing trend 5 featured examples from Jan 31, 2017 to Jan 24, 2018. - [Environmental Disaster Shelters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/environmental-disaster-shelter): this Ecological residence buries itself during hurricane winds (Category: Eco) Implication: Designing innovative building solutions that respond to the challenges of climate change and natural disasters. - [Flood-Proof Parking Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parking-structure): The 'Pop-up' Structure Withstands Flooding by Floating Above it (Category: Autos) Implication: The architecture industry can explore disruptive opportunities by incorporating flood-resistant design elements into their projects, ensuring urban buildings can withstand floodin… - [Flood-Accommodating Park Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dallas-park): This New Dallas Park Adapts to Constant Flooding Conditions (Category: Eco) Implication: Urban planners and designers can explore innovative solutions for creating adaptable spaces in flood-prone areas, transforming environmental challenges into community assets. - [Floating Flood-Protection Villages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/islais-creek): BIG and Two Other Firms Created a Masterplan for Islais Creek (Category: Eco) Implication: Architecture firms can explore designs for floating structures and resilient urban planning to address climate change and flooding issues. - [Shocking Climate Change Videos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2c-new-york): '2C New York City' Imagines What Would Happen If Temperatures Rise (Category: Eco) Implication: The demand for post-apocalyptic urban landscapes in television and film could present an opportunity for firms in the entertainment industry. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Eco - [Jewel-Toned Fall Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quince-silk) - [Compostable Coffee Pucks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compostable-coffee-pucks) - [Intelligent Private Grids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ara-core-powers) - [Compact Electric Family MPVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-electric-family-mpvs) All articles: [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco)