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Low Crest Breakwater. I am glad that my design of Miami-Montazah breakwater, is selected to be the example for low crested breakwaters by Coastal Wiki. The figure mentions rip currents in yellow arrows. I would like to mention that the original design is different that the constructed one. The Original design the BW is designed as a series of emerged island to control the flow, and to control current flow through the gaps. Unfortunately, during construction the original design was changed and the decision was to make all the structure submerged. The original design was in 2003-2004, and the structure was tested in NATURE by a 100y storm, Dec 2010. Thanks goodness, the structure passed the real storm. It is worth mentioning that, the structure solved the problem of the coastal cell, where swimmers were drowning, the beach was eroding, and during winter the sand was being deposited on the road. It is also worth noting, that the area is congested, and the access to the area is one of the main roads in Alexandria-Egypt, hence the method of construction was chosen to have minimum interference with traffic. Thanks a lot for, "Prof. Dr. Dronkers, Job", for choosing my structure as the example low crested structures. #coastal_protection #coastal_engineering #shore_protection #shore_protection #safe_swimming #constructability #traffic #breakwaters #low_crest_breakwater

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The bayous of Houston have a long history of human manipulation within the context of significant flooding, which has created the need for resilient landscape strategies. Previously an engineered turf drainage corridor, Buffalo Bayou Park reconstructed the original, natural drainage corridor. Designed to withstand large flood events with minimal cost and cleanup, the park now plays a critical role in the city’s flood resiliency. Since 2015, it’s been tested by several major floods. In 2019, our Case Study Investigation team evaluated the park’s landscape performance. Read the full case study and see pictures pre- and post- flooding here: https://lnkd.in/eD6FY4TD Despite the 27 trillion gallons of water dropped on metropolitan Houston during Hurricane Harvey in 2017, the custom pedestrian stairway and other custom furnishings were undamaged. The storm did leave behind massive silt deposits that required a longer-term cleanup effort, but the resilient design of the park meant it could be safely used by the public soon even before cleanup silt was fully removed. This case study was prepared by our 2019 CSI team: University of Texas at Arlington College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs in partnership with SWA. Amanda Aman, Yalcin Yildirim, Ph.D., MLA, Buffalo Bayou Partnership, Reed Hilderbrand LLC Landscape Architecture, Page\Park Architects

In the spring of 2021, the City of Central Falls, RI hired Loureiro to extend a bikeway that ran along the Blackstone River. Part of the scope of this project was to remove an existing section of the bikeway that ran through city streets, forcing riders onto roads that could be dangerous. While typically a simple and standard delivery for Loureiro team, tropical storms made it far from a smooth ride. The Loureiro team began construction on the additional 1,600 sq. ft. of bikeway, which involved a retaining way and concrete headwall. Since some of the excavated materials were contaminated, we replaced them with clean topsoil, while installing a turbidity curtain in the water to catch all construction debris and sediments before infiltrating the river. When the hurricanes hit in September, major flooding as a result of the bikeway’s close proximity along the river put the project on hold for two months. Loureiro Contractors Inc. (LCI) worked closely with the City of Central Falls in order to navigate the circumstances and secure the job site during the holding period. This meant maintaining open communication and managing expectations, while keeping a careful eye on changing weather conditions. When the flooding subsided, LCI expedited the work and expanded their availability to finish the project in a short window before the winter season. To learn more about this unique project, follow the link below. https://lnkd.in/eiZ4jFgh #Sustainability #Engineering #Environmental #Construction #OneStopShop #TurnkeyAEC #DesignBuild #UnderOneRoof #EmployeeOwnedAndOperated #ExpectMore

Ongoing population growth and urban sprawl are driving housing development in WUI designated areas. When more homes are built in WUI zones, the potential for wildfires sparked through human and natural ignition sources becomes ever more challenging.

This is one of my favorite before and after photos! It is a good example of what the restoration process looks like from start to finish. As fully licensed general contractors, Carolina Restoration Services is able to assist our clients with everything from the initial call to complete reconstruction. #CarolinaRestorationServices #BeforeandAfter #Restoration #WaterDamage

This Simple Effective Design Is Saving Homes From Floodwaters https://trib.al/lVG0Yp8

If your window manufacturer says they are hurricane resistant but does NOT have a registered Florida Product Approval (FPA) or Miami-Dade NOA, NO NOT TRUST THEM! This is the only trusted and certified process for independent laboratory testing for hurricane rated windows and doors. TAS 201, 202, 203 International Building Code Standards for Impact, Static, and Cyclic Wind Pressure testing is the highest standard. There are multiple ASTM standards for hurricane testing but they are all lower or much lower than the TAS testing protocols. Anyone can check on the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation website under Product Manufacturer to see if they have a listing and what was tested for at https://lnkd.in/ekGKZwQU I help architects, builders, and owners select, specify, and detail luxury residential hurricane glazing systems without manufacturer or dealer biases. I also give classes in all aspects of hurricane windows and doors on glass aesthetics and energy performance, manufacturer product overviews, detailed installation planning and best practices, and understanding hurricane product approvals. #construction #architecture #design #luxurymiamirealestate #caribbeanrealestate #miamirealestate #luxurydesign #luxuryarchitecture #windowsanddoors #architecturedesign #coastalhomes #builders #beachhomes #coastalliving #designers #luxuryhomes #architectureanddesign #contemporarydesign #architecturelovers

As an Architect, there are times I design & create things that never get built. It is always somewhat disappointing. There is a feeling of a sense of loss. Hard to explain. The biggest thrill for me is seeing something I design come into reality. I came across plans for a house I designed back in 2004 that was special, since it was the largest house I designed at that time. However, It was never built. Still, it is fulfilling to reconnect with the accomplishment of that project and the challenges it presented. More recently, a house I spent over a year designing and creating construction drawings for, starting back in 2017, was built. Watching it come into reality was a thrill, and empowering, as always. The house in the photo was much more complicated than the first large house I designed back in 2004, which reminded me of how much experience I have acquired over the years. The house in the photo has an ‘open air courtyard’ in the center to bring light to all the rooms in the house, and it was designed and built in South Florida, the High Velocity Hurricane Zone, to withstand hurricanes with wind speeds of 175 mph. When life gets challenging, I like to think of my accomplishments. In doing so, I always feel better and energized to continue striving toward achieving my current goals! Thought for the day … It's Always Important to Focus on Your Accomplishments! #OPMintensive #commercialrealestate #investors #Multi #multifamily#architecture #property #experience #multifamily #propertymanagement #multifamilyinvesting #multifamilyinvestors #multifamilysyndication #privateequityfirms #privateequity