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Deluge [ Proof ]: A Design Resilience Study, Nia A. Mcgann
Deluge [ Proof ]: A Design Resilience Study, Nia A. Mcgann
Bachelor of Architecture Theses - 5th Year
Rising sea levels, a consequence of climate change, pose a significant and escalating threat to coastal communities worldwide. Projections indicate that by 2050, sea levels may rise by an estimated 1 to 2 feet, potentially affecting not only coastal but also inland communities. The ramifications of rising sea levels encompass heightened risks of flooding, erosion, and saltwater intrusion. These impacts have multifaceted consequences, ranging from evident transportation disruptions and damage to underground and ground-level structures to more subtle yet equally critical effects on infrastructure, ecosystems, potable water reservoirs, community displacement, and economic activities.
In response to this pressing challenge, a …