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BRANDELL STUDIOS, INC.
Murry Nelson Jan. 29, 04
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I would like to address the Board at the upcoming BOCC meeting. It is in Key Largo on
Feb. 18, 04. I will be talking about the '" Atlantis artificial reef project"
Thank you
Kim Brandell
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Proiect Summa" - The Adantis Proiect
The Atlantis Project is an ambitious but achievable attempt to provide one of
the largest and most diverse artificial reefs ever conceived and erected. We will
actually BUILD our artists conception of the city of Atlantis underwater. There are
two main objectives. I) Universities and ecology-minded organizations around the
country will be invited to join us and be allocated a particular area for approved
marine studies., providing educational and research opportunities. 2) Atlantis will
provide one of the most exciting dive locations in the world.
The individual "units"" that make up the various structures in the project will
be cast in concrete from molds and supported with stainless steel inside and
fiberglass or steel reinforcing rod. They will be self-standing with concrete bases
engineered and positioned to stabilize the units during the most severe weather. All
engineering will be performed by our engineers and approved by the required state
or local agencies. The units will be cast on the mainland and lowered to the bottom
via barge and crane., then placed next to each other., creating the final design.
As Key Largo has been dubbed the "Diving Capital of the World.,"" the chosen
area provides the perfect setting for the Atlantis Project. This is an area of gradual
sand with no coral growth at present. It provides a "bowl"" that measures 30 to 40 ft.
deep., surrounded by reefs on all sides of up to 5 to 1 ft. high. Besides providing
educational and research opportunities., locating Atlantis in the Florida Keys
Sanctuary will serve to enhance the site area, reduce stress on existing natural reefs.,
plus make available to so many a unique dive opportunity. The potential increase in
revenue to the area is incalculable. The environmental benefit is substantial.
Maintaining the structures after completion will be the responsibility of The Atlantis
Society and Atlantis Memorial Reefs., Inc.
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PO Box 3022, Key Largo, FL 33037
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www.brandeUstudios.com
Kim Brandell. designer/sculptor, creates
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Eighteen years of experience allows Brandell
to create interior or exterior masterpieces in
copper, brass and stainless steel. Color bro-
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doors, gates, railings, custom sculptures and
architectural embellishments are available.
The extent to which Brandell can enhance
the beauty and style of any home or estab-
lishment is limited only by the imagination.
Commissions include:
Sands Casino, Atlantic City, NJ
Stouffer Grand Beach Resort, St. Thomas,
U.S. Virgin Islands
Weston Hills Country Club, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Stakis Country Court Hotel. Glasgow, Scotland
Lee Memorial Hospital. Ft. Meyers, FL
Mayfair House Hotel. Coconut Grove, FL
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PO Box 3022, Key Largo, FL 33037
VII: 305-451-5523 FAX: 305-451-5408
www.brandellstudios.com
Kim Brandell, designer/sculptor, creates
exclusive, one-of -a-kind, custom-designed,
decorative metal sculptures for both private
residences and commercial establishments.
Eighteen years of experience allows Brandell
to create interior or exterior masterpieces in
copper, brass and stainless steel. Color bro-
chures of Brandell's unique work, including
doors, gates, railings, custom sculptures and
architectural embellishments are available.
The extent to which Brandell can enhance
the beauty and style of any home or estab-
lishment is limited only by the imagination.
Commissions include:
Sands Casino, Atlantic City, NJ
Stouffer Grand Beach Resort, St. Thomas,
U.S. Virgin Islands
Weston Hills Country Club, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Stakis Country Court Hotel, Glasgow, Scotland
Lee Memorial Hospital, Ft. Meyers, FL
Mayfair House Hotel, Coconut Grove, FL
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