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Coastal Urban Arc

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Feb 09, 2026
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Coastal Urban Arc

A linear waterfront city edge defined by mid- and high-rise residential buildings aligned parallel to the shoreline, forming a continuous urban frontage. The architecture prioritises repetition and rhythm, allowing scale to dissolve into the curve of the coast while maintaining clear separation between public movement and private living. A palm-lined boulevard mediates between buildings and water, reinforcing climate comfort and visual continuity. Built form remains disciplined, relying on proportion and alignment rather than landmark gestures. This is a conceptual future urban design study exploring coastal density, mobility, and long-term resilience.

Year: 2035
Lead Designer: Jamaica Homes
Type: Coastal residential and urban corridor (conceptual)
Main Architectural Elements: Linear residential blocks · Continuous coastal boulevard · Repetitive balcony façades · Palm-buffered shoreline edge · Setback ground levels
Crucial Location Factors: The concept assumes upgraded coastal infrastructu…

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