The document discusses Vincent Callebaut's design concept for Lilypads, which are proposed floating cities with self-sufficient infrastructure that could house up to 50,000 people each. These floating cities are envisioned as a solution to accommodate populations displaced by rising sea levels caused by climate change. The architect Vincent Callebaut, known for his environmentally-friendly designs, conceived of the Lilypads concept as well as over 20 other buildings in Paris.

1. LILYPADS: FLOATING CITIES

2. SEA LEVELS There are very few urban design solution that addres housing the inevitable tide of displaced people that could arise as ocians swell under global warming.

4. NEW CITIES Certainly none are as espectacular as this one.

5. The lily pad by vincent callebaut is a concept for a completely self- sufficient floating cities.

7. CAPACITY FOR 50.000 PEOPLE The intent of the concept itself is laudable, but it is callebaut's phenomenal design that has captured our image.

8. For 2050-2100