1.1. Introduction to the Course

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does DRR stand for?

   Hint

   Focus on disaster management terms.

2. 2.

   Why is community engagement important in architecture?

   Hint

   Think about the role of users in planning.

3. 3.

   What does 'Build Back Better' primarily aim for?

   • To minimize economic loss
   • To improve building aesthetics
   • To enhance resilience against future disasters

   Hint

   Think about long-term benefits.

4. 4.

   True or False: Community engagement is optional in architecture.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider its impact on usability.

5. 5.

   Design an architectural proposal for a flood-prone community that incorporates disaster recovery principles. What specific features will you include?

   Hint

   Focus on resilience and functionality

6. 6.

   Discuss how the lessons learned from a specific disaster can inform future architectural practices within that community. Provide examples.

   Hint

   Look back at actual case studies.