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Climate change affects us all, but how do designers approach the problem of rising water levels in the UK and the Netherlands? The Thames Barrier was built to protect London, keeping the water out in times of high tides and storms. But as sea levels rise, the barrier is being raised more frequently. Developers are being forced to consider brownfield sites for housing as demand grows, but these sites are often at risk of flooding. Architect Richard Coutts' company has an innovative approach to living with water. Their designs work with rising water levels instead of against them.