Morphological Decision Making for Amphibious House Platform as a Sustainable Flood Protection Strategy

The concept of amphibious houses has a broad range of application as a sustainable and multi-reason solution for flood protection. Based on the current materials and methods for implementation of the amphibious house, an optimal morphology is required to be achieved. Different morphologies for the buoyant component should be evaluated under four classifications towards sustainable development. This study evaluated the best design and material for floating part in amphibious houses based on technological, environmental, economic, and social classifications. This study applied the multi attribute decision making model using relevant criteria for applying amphibious house as a flood protection strategy in floodplain areas in South-East Asia. The bucket system (pontoons) which is made by lightweight concrete and using expanded polystyrene block inside is identified as an applicable morphology for buoyant part in amphibious houses.