While these types of civic projects involve many agencies and layers of bureaucracy, ultimately, Weisz says, the most important client is the public. The first phases of the Rockaway boardwalk opened this past summer; it is expected to be completed for the 2017 season. Photo 5 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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While these types of civic projects involve many agencies and layers of bureaucracy, ultimately, Weisz says, the most important client is the public. The first phases of the Rockaway boardwalk opened this past summer; it is expected to be completed for the 2017 season.