Synopsis

From time immemorial, humankind has striven to shield itself from the very element that sustains us: water. We cherish it and fear it in equal measure. With water encompassing 75% of the Earth’s surface, it is perhaps inevitable that we constantly grapple with the need for safety and dryness. We combat fierce storms and devastating floods with advanced roofing systems, protective wraps, tarpaulins, tunnels, specialized clothing, vessels—and countless other innovations, subjecting our modern wate