From Fragility to Resilience: An Integrated Approach to Coastal Settlement on Kutubdia Island

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This project was created by Mst. Khairun Nahar Jeba on uni.xyz, a platform for design professionals to showcase their work.

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"From Fragility to Resilience: An Integrated Approach to Coastal Settlement on Kutubdia Island" is a Urban Resilience, City Vulnerability, Urban Design, Housing, Architecture, Women Led Housing, Urban Planning project showcased on uni.xyz.

This thesis focuses on Kutubdia Island, where climate change is already causing severe land loss, displacement, and livelihood insecurity. Recognizing that relocation is not feasible for many residents, the study explores how architecture can support resilient, adaptive, and sustainable communities while preserving local livelihoods and social ties.

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