Adam Yarinsky

Architect proposes natural-inspired rethink of New York City waterfront

Arts, Culture & Media

Rather than build large, immovable concrete and steel structures to hold back rising oceans, architect Adam Yarinsky suggests we focus on shaping the shoreline how nature did, with an emphasis on green space and absorbing the rising tides, rather than just trying to push it back.

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