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15Bermuda Case Study: The Unplanned Restoration of a Nation

Nonsuch Island is the most magical place in Bermuda.

Graeme Outerbridge, Environmental Resource Manager, Daniel’s Head Village Eco-resort, Bermuda, personal conversation in February 2002

Bermuda lies about 570 nautical miles due east of North Carolina. However, it has a somewhat Caribbean environment, thanks to being deep within the Gulf Stream.

Bermuda is a good case study for many reasons, not the least of which is the fact that it effectively has zero land available for new development. You’re about to make a happy discovery, one that I’ve been making in dozens of cities and countries: once we start looking for restorative development, we find ourselves surrounded by it… even ...

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