Embracing the Future: Dome Homes as Resilient Housing Solutions for Climate Disasters
A Look into Dome Homes as the New Trend in Climate-Resilient Living In the early 2010s, futurist Son Hyun-joo presented the "2030 Korean Scenario" in her doctoral thesis at the University of Hawaii. This scenario envisioned four distinct visions for the future of Korea. One of these, the "Collapse Scenario," revolves around the impact of climate change-induced natural disasters. Imagine snowfalls exceeding one meter, relentless three-week-long rains causing the worst flooding in the Han River basin, and citizens seeking refuge in climate-resistant dome homes. With increasing climate uncertainties worldwide, this scenario is not limited to Korea alone. Fast-forward to the present, and the futuristic climate scenarios of a decade ago are becoming a reality in the United States. As wildfires and hurricanes intensify across diverse climates, the demand for homes that can withstand these natural disasters is rising. The Diaspora of Climate Refugees: A Societal Phenomenon...