Living Shorelines: Innovative Design Topologies for Coastal Landscapes

This project challenges conventional adaptation measures and planning strategies for sea-level rise, inundation and coastal erosion. Its focus is the Bellarine Peninsula, from Point Henry east of Geelong to Portarlington.

While local planning has identified the risks, implementation has often been limited. The research examines landscape and ecological responses, including lessons from international work following Hurricane Sandy and from Dutch coastal design.

The aim is to help government and communities design and implement landscape infrastructure that delivers environmental benefits while strengthening the places in which people live.

Project details

Researcher: Dr Sareh Moosavi
Timeframe: 2017–2019