Designing for Resilience–Part One
Severe weather events, like the recent Hurricane Irma, are prompting even more focus on resilient design solutions that will protect people and property. Whether it’s wind, water, extreme heat, or blizzards, design professionals need to explore and consider an entirely new set of factors. Ignoring the reality of new and unpredictable climate variables could mean that the huge investments made in city infrastructure and buildings lose value over time.