Fragile Edges, Shifting Grounds explores the coastal landscape of East Lothian through a lens of ecological cooperation. The site is in Belhaven Bay. It is a dynamic landscape sculpted by the tides, dunes and salt marshes together with freshwater rivers. There are no clear boundaries, only a landscape that is constantly being pushed by wind and water.
Instead of resisting natural forces like tidal incursion or dune erosion, the project embraces the shifting nature of the land and proposes a design language rooted in acceptance. Through sediment-guiding structures and minimal interventions, it invites nature to lead the transformation process. This project reflects a shift from control to coordination—acknowledging that true collaboration with the environment often means letting go, listening, and allowing natural rhythms to take precedence.
