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waterloop #30: Ramiro Diaz on a Living With Water Approach to Architecture

Ramiro Diaz is Senior Project Designer with Waggonner & Ball, an architecture and environment firm based in New Orleans.

In this episode Ramiro explains the firm’s Living With Water approach to design that prioritizes water sustainability, climate resilience, and community livability. He discusses projects including the Greater New Orleans Urban Water Plan, Mirabeau Water Garden, and Dutch Dialogues. Ramiro also talks about the process of collaborating with a variety of stakeholders to shape design and create environmental, social, and economic benefits.