Living Shorelines

Resilient Shoreline Design Rooted in Natural Systems

Moffatt & Nichol designs living shorelines that stabilize coasts, support native habitats, and reduce long-term flood risk. Our approach blends ecological restoration with engineering to create durable, community-driven solutions.

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What We Do

Environment

We engineer natural shorelines that work with water—not against it.

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Protect coastlines with nature-based solutions

Moffatt & Nichol designs living shorelines using green infrastructure to effectively reduce erosion and provide long-lasting flood protection tailored to each site’s unique conditions.

Restore and enhance native habitats

Our experts apply native habitat design and wetland restoration techniques that target improving biodiversity, strengthen ecosystem function, and promote resilient coastal environments.

Deliver sustainable, community-focused projects

We combine ecological science with engineering expertise to create living shorelines designed to protect communities, meet regulatory standards, and offer valuable recreational and aesthetic benefits.