Flood research shows how design can beat future deluges of water

ARCHITECTS are facing up to rising sea levels at an exhibition in Hull showing how design can be used to help defend Britain against flooding.
By The Newsroom
Published 29th Mar 2010, 12:39 BST
Updated 29th Mar 2010, 12:41 BST

The Arc Architecture Centre in Blanket Row, Hull, is hosting the Building Futures: Living with Water exhibition from April 15 to April 28, comparing different scenarios to tackle increased flooding, through the examples of Hull and Portsmouth.

The aim is to show research by RIBA's (Royal Institute of British Architects) Building Futures department and the Institution of Civil Engineers. The exhibition features Hull Council's latest policy developments and research.

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A public open day will be held on Saturday April 24, with presentations by flood risk planning manager at Hull City Council Steve Wragg, RIBA and other experts in the field.

There will also be a display of flood-resistant products for the home and an interactive display of flood impact research through the duration of the exhibition.

In June 2007, Hull experienced unusually high rainfall which led to flooding and widespread devastation with damage to more than 7,200 homes and more than 1,300 businesses.

Following the deluge, Hull Council commissioned an independent review body to make recommendations to improve flood prevention.

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