A Vision for Jamestown: Reimagining the Mackerel & Sheffield Coves Waterfront

MERIT AWARD | STUDENT: COMMUNICATIONS

Madeline Ashenfelter, Student ASLA

University of Rhode Island

Project Location: Jamestown, Rhode Island

Faculty Lead: Hongbing Tang, ASLA, PLA, LEED-AP

Contributors: Spring 2025 LAR445 Senior Capstone Class, University of Rhode Island

Sponsors: Rhode Island Sea Grant; Dean's Fund of the URI College of the Environment and Life Sciences

In collaboration with the Jamestown Community

View the full submission slideshow here.

Supported by Rhode Island Sea Grant and the Dean’s Fund, this 125-page final report documents a Spring 2025 integrated capstone studio exploring climate-resilient solutions for Jamestown’s Mackerel and Sheffield Coves. Developed by 19 senior landscape architecture students in collaboration with the ocean/civil engineering capstone class, the Capstone project integrates site analysis, community engagement, and visionary design strategies. The report sets a new standard for academic design as a public resource for community-centered planning and design.