Water Access

Site Planning

A well-planned shoreline can be the epitome of the balance between nature and man. And once your project breaches the shoreline zone (usually within 200 feet of the beach) permitting, meteorological, environmental, and a host of other issues peculiar to shoreline A&E design come up. Art Anderson Associates architects and civil engineers are well versed in the intricacies of the permitting process and can work with you to determine the site arrangement and amenities necessary for your shoreline facility. From environmental considerations such as uplands vegetation, eelgrass, and smelt to storm-water runoff, the impact of development on juvenile salmon, and erosion control our team is primed and ready to take the measure of the land and create a working plan that balances the needs of the client with the needs of the environment.

Mechanical & Electrical Considerations

Our mechanical and electrical engineers can determine all of the requirements of your shoreline system. These guys work together to keep the water flowing, the temperature right, and the lights on. From HVAC, pipes and plumbing, to fire suppression systems and compressed air our mechanical engineers are dedicated to creating safe, reliable, and highly functional environments. All of these systems rely on the consistent distribution of power, which, in turn requires the design of a robust system that can support lighting, fire and security alarm systems, communication and computer network systems, and shore-side power distribution for vessels and facilities. If you’re planning improvements to an existing facility or looking to build a new one, give us a call – we’d love to help.

A Matter of Design

Once your site is selected, our team of shoreline architects and structural engineers work together to make sure that the facility lives up to its potential, both in aesthetic terms as well as in durability. In addition to the typical load-bearing and seismic engineering that are part and parcel of the trade, shoreline facilities – especially those with over-water elements and vessel mooring requirements – need to be designed to withstand the structural load of wind, waves, currents, and tidal elevations as well as vessel load. Our guys know wind, water, waves, and boats. We can keep you firmly at anchor and safely in harbor so if you’re in the market for a waterfront facility that will look good and stand the test of time – contact us.