“We must strengthen our efforts to protect the Chesapeake Bay, both to preserve this natural and national treasure and to support the livelihood of all those who depend on a healthy Bay”

-US Senator Chris Van Hollen

Mission.

Maritime Design Solutions, LLC is dedicated to preserving and enhancing the vital connection between land and water through waterfront design. As rising sea levels and increasingly severe storm surges threaten this delicate balance, the relationship between humanity and the natural environment faces unprecedented challenges. Decades of shoreline erosion and environmental degradation have profoundly diminished the human connection to the Chesapeake Bay shorelines, underscoring the urgent need for innovative and resilient solutions.

At MDS, we bridge the critical divide between Environmental Engineering and Landscape Architecture, integrating expertise in tidal impacts with upland sediment control. Our approach seamlessly combines natural systems with structural design techniques to create holistic, adaptive solutions. Recognizing that no two sites are the same, we treat each property as a unique entity, developing customized strategies that address the specific environmental and structural challenges it faces.

Every project undertaken by MDS is meticulously crafted to safeguard the intricate dynamics of coastal ecosystems while enhancing the functionality and beauty of waterfront properties. Our commitment is to deliver forward-thinking designs that not only protect and restore shorelines but also strengthen the enduring relationship between communities and their surrounding waterscapes. Through innovation and a deep respect for the environment, MDS provides resilient, site-specific solutions that will last for future generations.

Our Services

  • Design and Permitting

    Federal, State, County, City & Local Permitting including Public Hearings and Regulatory Review Assistance

  • Living Shoreline Implementation

    Marsh creation supported by natural tidal and non-tidal dynamics, incorporating habitat restoration, tidal fluctuation patterns, and drainage from upland watersheds

  • Marina And Pier Design

    Reconfiguration of residential and commercial marinas involves redesigning dock layouts, improving vessel access, and upgrading shoreline infrastructure to enhance safety and usability.

  • Stone Revetment Stabilization

    Shoreline stabilization using layered rock structures to protect against erosion by absorbing and deflecting wave energy.