The new project needed to be able to stand up to storms—the reinforced-concrete boardwalk is elevated above the 100-year floodplain—but Weisz referenced the original boardwalk through material choices, like the slatted wood used on these benches. Photo 3 of 5 in The Architect of New York City's Rockaway Boardwalk Reveals Her Public-Project Tips at Dwell on Design NY

The Architect of New York City's Rockaway Boardwalk Reveals Her Public-Project Tips at Dwell on Design NY

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The new project needed to be able to stand up to storms—the reinforced-concrete boardwalk is elevated above the 100-year floodplain—but Weisz referenced the original boardwalk through material choices, like the slatted wood used on these benches.