Living with the Coast

PrizeHonorable Mention in Landscape Architecture / Conceptual Landscape
Firm LocationLos Angeles, United States
CompanyYT Studio
Lead ArchitectYuan Tian
Design TeamDingwen Wu

Facing stronger storms and rising seas, this project reimagines the coast as safe, resilient, and enjoyable for all. Guided by two principles—regenerating dynamic landscapes and rethinking material flows—it advances three strategies: shoreline restoration with nature-based solution, living with the landscape through floating and elevated architecture, and fostering circular communities built on shared resources. Together, these strategies heal the coast, expand access, and shape a vibrant, climate-resilient future.