Md Arafat Hossain
student
South East University, Department of Architecture, Dhaka
Bangladesh
Architecture
CONCEPT : SURVIVING WITH ADVERSITY .The Coastal community of Bangladesh has natural resiliency against various impacts of the climate However due to the effect… more
Tamer ElSerafi
advisor
Effat University
Saudi Arabia
Dr. Tamer ElSerafi is the Head of the Architecture Department and Director of the Master of Science… more
The "Climate Resilient Rural Settlement" project demonstrates a deeply sensitive and contextually grounded response to the extreme vulnerabilities faced by the coastal communities of Bangladesh. The focus on resilience through elevated housing, integrated ponds, green belts, and diversified livelihood options such as fish farming and community gardens reflects a holistic understanding of climate adaptation and local economic empowerment. The master plan thoughtfully balances residential, educational, healthcare, and commercial functions to strengthen community cohesion and long-term sustainability. However, while the conceptual framework is robust, the architectural articulation at the building and cluster scale could be more rigorously developed to enrich spatial variety, microclimatic comfort, and aesthetic quality. Greater precision in material detailing and construction strategies would also enhance the feasibility and replicability of the model. Overall, this project presents a powerful and socially committed vision that admirably bridges disaster resilience with sustainable community development.
Dear Tamer ElSerafi,
Thank you so much for taking the time to review my project and for your thoughtful comments. I really appreciate your recognition of the broader vision and social intentions behind the work, especially the focus on resilience and community-driven design.
Your feedback about strengthening the architectural detail at the building and cluster scale has given me a lot to think about. It's helped me see where the project can grow—particularly in terms of spatial richness, material expression, and construction clarity. I'm excited to dig deeper and refine these aspects moving forward.
Thanks again for your generous insight and encouragement—it means a lot.
Best regards,
Md Arafat Hossain