Coastal Resilience
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Coastal Resilience
Coastal Resilience is the ability of coastal areas to recover from storms, rising sea levels, and flooding by using smart design choices that work with nature. In environmental design, one new approach is to use native plants and sand dunes as living barriers, which help slow down waves and trap sand. Designers can shape walkways and parks to follow the natural lines of the coast, letting water move safely during storms. Using local materials for boardwalks or benches helps these structures last longer in salty air. Designers can plan open spaces that collect rainwater, which keeps soil healthy and reduces flooding. These ideas help people enjoy the coast while keeping it strong and safe.
living shoreline, native plants, dune restoration, rainwater management, sustainable coastal design
CITATION : "Kevin Green. 'Coastal Resilience.' Design+Encyclopedia. https://design-encyclopedia.com/define/coastal-resilience?E=482449 (Accessed on October 14, 2026)"
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