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Disaster Resilient Buildings in Urban Regeneration

Figure 15. Strengthening of the Reinforced Concrete Structure with External Steel
X-Bracings (FEMA P-154, 2015
Flood is a significant disaster risk which may damage the buildings. The
flood resilience level of buildings depends on the factors such as overflow
risk, structural integrity, cost of repairing water damage and water drainage
system. Against the flood risk, buildings should have a specific design features
and water drainage systems that prevent flooding.
Fire is also an important type of disaster that can lead to serious damage
and destruction to structures such as earthquakes and floods. The level of
fire sensitivity of structures depends on factors such as fire resistance, fire
classification, fire detection and extinguishing systems. Structures designed
and equipped in accordance with fire safety standards reduce the risk of fire
and prevent loss of life.

Conclusions and Suggestions
In order to create disaster-resilient and safe structures in urban regeneration,
it is necessary to focus on risk mitigation strategies, structural design methods,
material selection, cost effectiveness and sustainability. It can be said that the
disaster-resilient structures increase the capability to reduce disaster effects
and the strength of the society. Factors such as structural reinforcement, use
of safe materials and disaster risk analysis should be taken into account in
urban regeneration projects. The design and construction of disaster-resilient

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