Sometimes I think of and call myself "creator" (note the lowercase ‘c’ - I’m not pretending to be in competition by any means!) and I like to dream up wonderful things to make or build. One of my favorite concepts is the engineered surf break.

Picture an immense floating platform, something like an oceangoing oilrig. At each corner there is a floatation column with adjustable buoyancy. The middle of the platform is contoured like a reef, with point breaks and shore breaks at assorted angles. Its surface is covered with a firm but pliable rubber mat, much like a gym mat.

Place the platform somewhere a ways off shore and orient it to optimally face the prevalent swell of the day. Adjust the buoyancy so that the reef depth is perfectly suited to the magnitude of the swell.

At one end of the platform you can have your boat landing and heliport, your restaurants and locker rooms. Ferry surfers back and forth from the mainland. Charge admission. Have fun!