Coastal Erosion Solutions

Moka needed help with the usability and information architecture of its product website.

Service

Ocean Engineering

Client

Webflow

Year

2017

Coastal Erosion Solutions

Our coastal erosion solution is the result of years of observation, research, and practical application in diverse marine environments. Unlike conventional hard engineering methods that can disrupt natural dynamics, our approach is inspired by the ocean itself — working with natural processes rather than against them.

At its core, the system consists of strategically placed underwater structures engineered to dissipate wave energy and encourage the natural retention of sand, nourishing the beach over time. The design process is highly site-specific: no two coastlines are the same, and therefore no two solutions are identical. Every project is guided by an in-depth analysis of local bathymetry, coastal topography, swell history, seasonal variations, seabed dynamics, and long-term metocean patterns. This ensures that the intervention integrates seamlessly with the environment and performs effectively across varying conditions.

Beyond addressing erosion — one of the most pressing challenges for coastal communities — this solution is designed for multi-benefit impact:

  • Ecological Enhancement — Over time, the structures serve as artificial reefs, attracting marine life, fostering coral growth, and supporting biodiversity.
  • Tourism Development — Positioned with precision, they can generate high-quality surfing waves and safe snorkeling and fishing areas, creating sustainable economic opportunities for local communities.
  • Community Resilience — By stabilizing shorelines and supporting ecosystem health, the solution safeguards both natural and human assets from the accelerating effects of climate change.

This is not a “one size fits all” intervention. Each implementation is uniquely engineered to the physical, environmental, and socio-economic context of its location, ensuring not only immediate impact but also adaptability to future challenges such as rising sea levels and shifting swell patterns. The result is a future-proof coastal management strategy that blends engineering excellence, environmental stewardship, and economic vitality.

Quality

Usually, the sites of institutions that provide financial services are full of information. Our goal was to provide the maximum of information to potential customers of Webflow, but to do it in a stylish and modern way.

Minimalism combined with elements of french typography and brutalism helped us to realize the site exactly as we imagined with the client at the beginning: visually restrained, but stylish. Informative and pleasant to use, with an elegant aftertaste of a serious financial institution.

The sites of institutions that provide financial services are full of information. Our goal was to provide the maximum of information to potential customers of Webflow, but to do it in a stylish and modern way.


Combined with elements of french typography and brutalism helped us to realize the site exactly as we imagined with the client at the beginning: visually restrained, but stylish. Informative and pleasant to use, with an elegant aftertaste of a serious financial institution.

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