Agritects
Team information
Christopher Barnwell
Bachelor
University of the District of Columbia
Trever Bellew
Bachelor
University of the District of Columbia
Cesar Santos
Bachelor
University of the District of Columbia
Andrea Alvarez
Bachelor
University of the District of Columbia
Nour Elfawal
Bachelor
University of the District of Columbia
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About the team
We are a group of architecture students from the University of the District of Columbia, who are passionate about creating sustainable spaces that are in harmony with nature. Our drive is to design innovative and creative solutions that minimize the impact on the environment, to explore new possibilities of sustainable and inclusive design, and to challenge ourselves into creating solutions that are both functional and beautiful.
Our vision for nature-positive future for Bangladesh
In envisioning a nature-positive future for Bangladesh, we aim to cultivate a harmonious relationship between human development and environmental preservation. Our vision is a comprehensive nature-based initiative addressing river erosion, pollution, population growth, food scarcity, and biodiversity loss through agricultural innovation, water management, and ecosystem restoration. Through these scalable solutions, we strive to create resilient communities that thrive in balance with nature.
Our choices for a specific region
The team aimed to concentrate its efforts on a region along the coastline of the Bay of Bengal, recognizing it as one of the most vulnerable areas in Bangladesh yet possessing significant potential for development. After careful consideration, we ultimately selected the Mongla Upazila as our focus area. With its proximity to the Sundarbans, Mongla holds immense ecological importance and potential for nature-based solutions to mitigate environmental risks. Additionally, its role as a major port and industrial hub offers opportunities for economic development and innovation. By focusing on Mongla, we aim to address both the challenges and opportunities present in this critical region, working towards a resilient and sustainable future for its inhabitants and the surrounding ecosystem.