“Jeykll Island’s ecological restoration transforms an aging golf course into a resilient coastal landscape, setting a national precedent for repurposing underutilized land. Once a fragmented and degraded site, the landscape is being revitalized into thriving native habitat that includes longleaf pine savannas, coastal salt marshes, maritime forest, and sweetgrass prairie. Led by landscape architects, the project balances ecological restoration with cultural heritage. By restoring habitats, providing recreation and research opportunities, ensuring ecological resilience, and developing adaptive management strategies, this effort not only protects the island’s natural heritage but also positions it as a model for coastal restoration nationwide.” – Project Statement
Testing Ground: Adapting Fairways to Resilient Barrier Isle Ecosystems was the 2025 ASLA / IFLA Global Impact Award in Analysis & Planning. The images are pulled from the winning submission.
This project was completed at Design Workshop during 2024 under PIC Emily McCoy alongside a team including Ellie Lerner and Morgan Clutter.