Like many of Benepe's projects, planting P.S. 111's playground is more than a quality of life improvement. The grass and other flora help absorb flood water during storms, relieving pressure on the city's drainage systems.  Photo 3 of 5 in Discover How Parks Can Protect Cities from Natural Disasters at Dwell on Design New York

Discover How Parks Can Protect Cities from Natural Disasters at Dwell on Design New York

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Like many of Benepe's projects, planting P.S. 111's playground is more than a quality of life improvement. The grass and other flora help absorb flood water during storms, relieving pressure on the city's drainage systems.