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Living Seawalls Project

Project Future Rendering

150 Attended The Church by the Sea BBQ Launching

Florida’s Largest Living Seawall Project and Honoring Veterans

n Sunday, May 25, The Church by the Sea using Miami tech startup Kind Designs’ mangrove-root-inspired
welcomed 150 guests to its annual Memorial Day seawall panels. Once completed, it will be the largest Living
Oweekend cookout, a heartfelt gathering to honor Seawall installation in Florida, designed to filter pollutants,
the men and women who gave their lives in service to our foster marine biodiversity and set a new standard for
country and to launch a new chapter in community-led environmentally responsible shoreline protection.
environmental restoration.
The completed project is designed to house 500,000 oysters,
The centerpiece of the event was the official kickoff of each capable of filtering up to 50 gallons of water per day
The Church by the Sea’s Living Seawall Project — a bold and — turning the wall into a living, breathing system that works
hopeful project designed to protect and restore South Florida’s around the clock to clean Fort Lauderdale’s intracoastal waters.
waterways through science, sustainability and
shared stewardship.
Dr. David Finneran, who leads the scientific direction of the
project and delivered the featured presentation, captured the
spirit of the initiative early on, stating, “This isn’t just about
building a wall — it’s about creating a living system that cleans
the water, supports marine life and educates the community.
Our goal is to demonstrate what’s possible when we align
science, design and local stewardship.”
Following a 10:00 am worship service, guests gathered for a
BBQ celebration and a short video presentation outlining the
vision and future impact of the Living Seawall.
The project — now entering its fundraising and permitting
phase — nearly three football fields long, will span 860 feet
Project Future Rendering

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