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In the Inner Harbor in Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America, a 10,763 squarefoot floating saltmarsh wetland has been installed. The installation is an extension of the National Aquarium and designed in part by Ayers Saint Gross. Functioning as a floating park during the day, visitors can educate themselves on the importance of wetlands and salt marshes. The site has already begun to attract mollusks, seabirds, and fish to it, which is a great indicator of its early success. The floating structure is home to over 30,000 grasses and shrubs, that once established, will spread and anchor themselves in the harbor. Once established and matured, the plants will act to aerate, clean, and filter the water, which in turn will attract more wildlife to the area, promoting a stonger and more resilient coastal biome. Projects and initiatives such as this, showcase the ability for us to be able to rebuild our ecosystems in places where the built environment has taken over. These types of projects are incredibly important to the long term sustainability of our environment. With this project as a role model, hopefully more coastal cities across the country will begin to implement the reintroduction of the natural environment into our built ones. We’re all in this together #sustainability #coastalresilience #saltmarsh #wetlands #protectthewetlands #coastal #design #architecture #conservation #urbandevelopment #urbanplanning #sustainabledesign #sustainablearchitecture #gardens

The off-grid Earthship community in New Mexico is an otherworldly landscape

The off-grid Earthship community in New Mexico is an otherworldly landscape

#SNSinstitutions # SNSdesignthinking# Designthinker TITLE: NATURAL SPACE A natural space is a surface of the planet that has not been affected by human activity and that relies on special protection measures to the prevent damage to its resources, fauna and flora, and any change in its status. According to the articles a natural space is not just a physical mechanism and artificial construction, it is an product of nature better understood as human ... Natural spaces: Within built-up areas these include land that has never been developed as well as the formerly developed sites that have been reclaimed by nature. They include canals, rivers, former railway lines, roadside verges and the other transitionary land that form important green corridors.

The off-grid Earthship community in New Mexico is an otherworldly landscape

The off-grid Earthship community in New Mexico is an otherworldly landscape

The off-grid Earthship community in New Mexico is an otherworldly landscape

A report by the California State Parks Foundation warned that rising sea levels could carve away 75% of the state’s beaches by the year 2100. 🌊 But, that doesn't have to be the reality. Implementing sustainable coastal defense strategies such as landscape architecture and strategic engineering can fortify our beaches and prevent erosion caused by rising sea levels and intensifying storm surges. With unique techniques in our tool belt like living shorelines, which utilize natural materials and vegetation to dissipate wave energy, we can effectively safeguard coastal communities while promoting ecological diversity. How are you working to protect shorelines and prevent erosion with creative landscape architecture services? Check out what we can do here: https://hubs.la/Q02x_wqc0 #InterwestConsulting #LandscapeArchitecture #CivilEngineering #PublicWorks #DisasterMitigation #CoastalPreservation

Landscape shapes play a crucial role in #landscape architecture and environmental planning. Visual Harmony: The shapes of the landscape, such as hills, valleys, and water bodies, contribute to the overall visual appeal. Curved, flowing forms can create a natural, calming effect, while straight lines and geometric shapes can introduce a modern or structured feel. Erosion Control: Properly designed landscape shapes can prevent soil erosion by controlling water flow and wind exposure. Hills, embankments, and terraces help reduce runoff, protecting the soil. Biodiversity: Different landscape shapes support various ecosystems. For instance, wetlands, valleys, and meadows create diverse habitats for plants and animals, promoting #biodiversity.

Besides being a landmark public space for the town of Dhuliyan, the redevelopment of the Railway precinct attempts to contribute towards the ecological betterment of the place. It was observed that appropriate site grading and a system of connected water receptacles (many of which are existing ponds nearby) can solve flooding related issues. Design Team: Suptendu Biswas, Vina Verghese Biswas, Devneil Biswas, Sharli Chatterjee, Divija Pampana #contextualarchitecture #architectsforchange #ecology #climatechange #urban #landscape #city #sustainabledevelopment #publicspace #publicplacemaking #inclusivity #indianarchitecture