On the Water
2008 Mar.12 at 3:24am
Bathmetry and Topography
Bathmetry and Topography
This mesh was developed in the Surface Water Modeling System (SMS) and an atmospheric model of Hurricane Isabel was developed in the Weather Research and Forecasting (WRF) Model.
ADCIRC Mesh with Islands
ADCIRC Mesh with Islands
Using ADCIRC dynamic analysis software and an atmospheric weather model, the effects of projected hurricanes and other storm systems can be simulated
Masterplan
Masterplan
Finite-element model of the New York / New Jersey Upper Bay incorporating Latrobe masterplan islands, detached piers, and reefs.
Project Description

Professor Guy Nordenson and architect Catherine Seavitt are currently conducting a research project under the CAUI’s umbrella that focuses attention on the effects of climate change on urbanism, looking particularly at the NY/NJ upper bay and the effects of possible flooding from elevated ocean levels. The project explores the impact of the changing coastline in the metropolitan region, considering the consequences for a range of concerns, from property loss to the disruption of transportation to the impact on the ecology of the bay. This research project won the prestigious Latrobe Prize, awarded by the American Institute of Architects in 2007-2008.