Authors : Sadia Mahmud Ananna; Sinthi Saha Nirupoma; Dr. Rumana Rashid; S. M. Arafat Hossain; G. M. A. Balayet Hossain

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 2 - February

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26feb1169

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Abstract : Lagos, Nigeria, is a seaside megacity that is growing quickly. It floods often and badly because of heavy rain, bad infrastructure, and rising sea levels. These problems affect low-income areas more than other communities. Many of the groups learned how to live on the water by making their own boats. The study suggests Live-in Water Vessels, a floating home that is adaptable, resistant to flooding, and sensitive to local culture. It is being made as part of the "2022 Lagos: Flooding City Architecture Competition." Drawing from global precedents in Nigeria, Thailand, the Netherlands, Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Cambodia, the research integrates affordable, locally sourced materials with passive design strategies such as rainwater harvesting, natural ventilation, and adaptable layouts. The design promotes social cohesion, resilience, and environmental adaptability by enhancing the current floating lifestyle in impacted communities. The paper evaluates the feasibility of the concept in Lagos, compares it to international examples, and outlines policy, technical, and social considerations for implementation. The proposed model offers a replicable housing solution for flood-prone regions across the Global South.

Keywords : Floating Architecture, Flood Resilience, Sustainable Housing, Community Adaptation, Live-in Water Vessels.

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