The Blueprint: Four Pillars of Resilience
by Anil Iyantha
1. How to use this template
2. Intrinsic Attribute
2.1. Robustness: Solid structures and infrastructure.
2.2. Coherence: Harmonious integration of elements. Coherence: Harmonious integration of elements.
2.3. Resourcefulness: Efficient use of materials and systems.
3. Behavioral Attributes
3.1. Recovery: The ability to bounce back after disasters.
3.2. Innovation: Creativity in overcoming challenges.
3.3. Innovation: Creativity in overcoming challenges.
4. This story of resilience becomes a blueprint not just for cities but for the people who inhabit them
5. resilience isn’t just about physical structures; it’s about the interplay of people, space, and systems.
6. The Vision: A Living, Breathing City
7. Reinforcing Attributes
7.1. Diversity: A mix of uses, cultures, and ecosystems.
7.2. Redundancy: Backup systems to ensure continuity.
7.3. Modularity: Independent yet interconnected systems.
8. Place-Making Components
8.1. Form and Structure: Streets, buildings, and open spaces.
8.2. Environment and Behavior: The relationship between people and their surroundings.
8.3. Image and Meaning: The symbols, stories, and identity of the place.
9. The Construction: Lessons from the Past These studies act as their guide, revealing that resilience lies not in resisting change, but in designing for adaptation.