Film Lens
Tabassum’s Khudi Bari presents a modular mobile home designed for the unique challenges of Bangladesh's flood-prone areas. The film focuses on how this inexpensive and durable structure can be quickly assembled and disassembled, providing a vital solution for communities living on 'chars,' or tiny desert islands, in the Bengal delta. These islands are subject to erosion and flooding, forcing residents to relocate their homes frequently.
The documentary emphasizes the importance of locally rooted knowledge in creating innovative solutions for uncertain futures. It features Tabassum discussing the interplay between dry and wet cultures and the role of design in facilitating life in extreme climate conditions, making it relevant for those interested in sustainable architecture and disaster endurance.
Why Watch
- •See Marina Tabassum's innovative housing solutions for floods.
- •Find out how Khudi Bari saves lives on Bangladesh's chars.
- •Meet the design approach addressing extreme climate conditions.
Did You Know
•Khudi Bari is a modular mobile home designed for Bangladesh's flood areas.
•The term 'chars' refers to tiny desert islands in the Bengal delta.
•The film has a duration of 10 minutes and was released in 2023.
Perfect For
Sustainable architectureDisaster relief solutionsClimate change adaptation