The ReefLine’s first two phases feature Concrete Coral by Leandro Erlich, The Miami Reef Star by Carlos Betancourt and Alberto Latorre, and Heart of Okeanos by Petroc Sesti. You can read more about the artists in our “Art” section.

The ReefLine is an ongoing, multi-phase project. The first phase, featuring Concrete Coral by Leandro Erlich, is being deployed in summer 2025, with additional installations planned in future phases within a 10-year-long masterplan.

The ReefLine is an underwater sculpture park and hybrid reef off the coast of Miami Beach, featuring large-scale installations by renowned artists that serve as a habitat for marine life, supporting reef restoration and biodiversity.

The ReefLine is located 600 feet off the shore of Miami Beach, Florida, in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The first installation will be deployed in summer 2025, on 4th Street and the ocean.

The ReefLine was conceived in response to the urgent need for climate resilience and marine conservation in Miami Beach. As coastal cities face rising sea levels and coral reef degradation, The ReefLine provides an innovative solution that combines environmental restoration with artistic expression, engaging the public in ocean conservation.

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We welcome partnerships with businesses, institutions, and brands committed to sustainability, marine conservation, and the arts. Contact us to explore sponsorship and collaboration opportunities.

The ReefLine’s installations are curated through a rigorous process led by our curatorial advisory committee, which commissions artists based on the project's artistic vision, environmental impact, and technical feasibility. While we deeply appreciate the enthusiasm of the arts community, we are unable to accept unsolicited proposals or portfolio submissions at this time.

Yes! As a nonprofit initiative, The ReefLine relies on funding from grants, sponsors, and individual donors. Your support helps expand the project and fund ongoing marine conservation efforts.

Yes, The ReefLine collaborates with local organizations on conservation and reef restoration efforts. Stay tuned for announcements on how you can get involved.

The ReefLine is developed in collaboration with leading marine biologists, coastal engineers, and conservationists. Their expertise ensures that the project not only enhances artistic and cultural engagement but also provides real ecological benefits to Miami’s marine ecosystem.

No, The ReefLine is designed for both scuba divers and snorkelers. For depth references, the sculptures will be deployed under 21 feet of water with their top being accessible at 14 feet.

For conservation purposes, we ask visitors not to touch the sculptures. These artworks are designed to become part of the marine ecosystem, and contact can damage coral growth and marine life.

Yes! The ReefLine is a public and free-to-access underwater trail. You can explore it by snorkeling or diving.

For your safety and the protection of marine life, we ask all visitors to follow these guidelines:

• Maintain a safe distance from fragile coral growth.

• Use reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life.

• Stay within designated snorkeling and diving areas.

• The ReefLine is currently just beyond the Miami Beach Swim Buoys, so be mindful of boat traffic and always use a dive flag, which is required by law.

• Always be mindful of lifeguard flags and warnings:

• Green flag conditions are safest and will likely have the best visibility.

• Yellow flag days should be left to only experienced swimmers and divers.

• Avoid entry on red flag days.

Days in which there is a Small Craft Advisory in effect should generally be avoided. Please check the National Weather Service website for marine weather conditions via this link.

The ReefLine is accessible by boat, snorkeling, or scuba diving.

Yes! Photography and videography are allowed and encouraged, but please be mindful of marine life. Do not touch or disturb corals, fish, or other organisms while capturing images.

Spring, Summer, and Fall are the best seasons to visit The ReefLine when waters are warm and generally calm. In winter, a wetsuit is advisable to stay warm. Please check the local weather forecast and water conditions beforehand. Always be mindful of lifeguard flags and warnings:

• Green flag conditions are safest and will likely have the best visibility.

• Yellow flag days should be left to only experienced swimmers and divers.

• Avoid entry on red flag days.

Days in which there is a Small Craft Advisory in effect should generally be avoided. Please check the National Weather Service website for marine weather conditions via this link.

Yes! Children can visit The ReefLine if they are strong swimmers and are accompanied by an adult. Snorkeling gear appropriate for their size is recommended, and life vests may be required.

Yes! Every aspect of The ReefLine is designed with marine life in mind. Our marine biologists and environmental experts ensure that installations use safe materials and benefit local ecosystems. The ReefLine is built under the strictest practices and permitted under County, State, and Federal laws.

The sculptures are engineered to withstand strong ocean currents and storms. Their placement and materials are carefully considered to minimize environmental disruption.

The ReefLine provides a vital habitat for marine life and promotes coral growth. It serves as a hybrid reef, attracting marine biodiversity while reducing the impact of human activity on fragile natural reefs.

No, The ReefLine is not a replacement for natural coral reefs. Instead, it complements them by creating new habitat areas and diverting pressure away from existing reefs, which are increasingly threatened by climate change and human activity. The ReefLine structures will help replace the critical habitat of the nearshore hardbottom reef of the Florida Reef Tract that was long ago buried by beach sand renourishment.

The sculptures are made from environmentally friendly, marine-grade materials such as pH-neutral concrete, designed to encourage coral recruitment and marine biodiversity.

Fish will recruit to The ReefLine within hours of deployment. Corals grown in The ReefLine Coral System will be attached to the sculptures with Coral Loks within several months of deployment. Subsequently, natural coral and marinelife recruitment from nearby reefs will begin to take place, and a diverse ecosystem will evolve in complexity over several years. The process depends on environmental factors such as water temperature, currents, and the presence of coral larvae in the surrounding environment.

A traditional reef is a naturally occurring ecosystem formed by coral and other marine organisms over thousands of years. The ReefLine is a hybrid reef designed to support marine biodiversity by providing new surfaces for coral growth, fish habitats, and other marine life. While natural reefs take centuries to develop, hybrid reefs like The ReefLine can more quickly provide critical ecological benefits with corals outplanted directly upon them.

Yes! Over time, corals, algae, and marine organisms will naturally colonize and overgrow the sculptures, transforming them into living reefs that support marine ecosystems. The deployment of the sculptures is just the beginning of a long term collaboration with Mother Nature.