Safety First or Cultural Identity?

When the interests of the living and the dead align, Kami, spiritual beings in Japanese Shintoism, are believed to reside in both the living and the dead, organic and inorganic matter, and even natural disasters like earthquakes, droughts, and plagues. Just as both the living and material real estate can be damaged by natural disasters, so too can our sense of safety and security in urban spaces become increasingly complex and uncertain in the face of extreme weather, water shortages, and potential mass migration. Should we retreat into bunkers or embrace mobile living?

Safety in urban public spaces is a multifaceted concept that varies depending on the context. In general, it refers to the physical well-being of individuals, while security safeguards personal property and possessions Kiełek (2022).

In the face of increasingly challenging environmental conditions, such as extreme weather events, water scarcity, and flooding, safety and security have become more complex and elusive.

Mass migration and the potential for “wild barbarian” incursions underscore the need for comprehensive and adaptable solutions. Should we seek refuge in deep bunkers, or embrace dynamic or mobile real estate strategies?

The author concludes the paper by outlining plans to delve deeper into the research of architecture and the design of cultural identity codes by producing a series of whitepapers and publications and organizing a conference. This endeavor aims to explore innovative research models and methods that the author intends to utilize for their ongoing quest.

The prospect of an upcoming article titled “The Levitating Dwelling of the Next Human: Beyond Nationality, Identity, and Rolling Spaces: Compartmentalization and an Independent Path, Both Mentally and Physically” is incredibly enticing.