Nomadic Architecture: Why Tomorrow's Buildings Might Need to Move

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In early Mongolia, herders dismantle their yurt - a portable round tent made of felt or animal skin - in pursuit of new lands where they can raise their livestock. Not much further away is a digital nomad in Bali, preparing their next move into a co-living space in Ho Chi Minh City. Though separated by vast distances and cultural divides, these individuals are united by a timeless human desire - a quest mobility and adaptable living spaces. In light of geopolitical changes and emerging lifestyles, the demand for flexible residential architecture intensifies. In this era of increased mobility, is it enough for people alone to move, or will the buildings of tomorrow need to follow suit?

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Cite: Ankitha Gattupalli. "Nomadic Architecture: Why Tomorrow's Buildings Might Need to Move" 03 Feb 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1026393/nomadic-architecture-why-tomorrows-buildings-might-need-to-move> ISSN 0719-8884

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