Any new building needs to be designed taking its context into consideration.
Ignore the context at your own peril, and you may find yourself in a situation similar to that of Jonathan Snowbank, OAA*
He and his engineer, Max Wasser, did just that and found themselves underwater, literally and figuratively.
Listen to "When Water Flows Uphill" on The Claims-Free Architect podcast to learn why Coping should have been more vigilant, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Credits:
Original stories - David Croft, adapted for audio by Gordon Grice.
Performance - Liam Gadsby (the man with the mellifluous voice).
Producer - yours truly (RVLTR).
Audio recording and Engineering - Audio Process.
Publisher and executive producer - ProDemnity Insurance Company