Informed Infrastructure featured a column penned by Invisible Structures' Olivia Harris, discussing how porous pavers provide a simple and earth-friendly solution for managing stormwater in small- and large-scale projects.
The challenges posed by urban flooding and stormwater issues continue to weigh heavily on the shoulders of engineers, planners and their clients. Water, flowing rapidly over impervious surfaces such as concrete and asphalt, causes more than just ecological damage. In extreme weather events, the sheer volume of uncontrolled water can severely damage infrastructure by cracking foundations, flooding basements and accelerating soil erosion. These issues compromise the structural longevity of buildings and result in substantial repair costs, underscoring the need for resilient and adaptive stormwater management strategies.
See the entire column by Invisible Structures' Olivia Harris in Informed Infrastructure here.