A r t e r i o l e s
The waterfront remains the Port Richmond’s most valuable resource, and its preservation is crucial, both economically and ecologically. Our approach to reshaping the waterfront is not driven by land use, but by the contextual typology of pier structures aimed at extending the length of the shoreline. This strategy allows for an intervention sensitive to flooding and drainage issues, and for the restoration of ecological corridors that advance deep inland. The public armature consists of a series of coordinated street improvements within localized enlargements of Richmond Terrace, linked through public transportation and new bicycle lanes, and incorporating a water taxi service and a community market. The parks along the armature not only maintain the continuity of the green corridors and ensure recurrent public waterfront access, but also act as buffer zones between industrial and mixed‐use areas. scroll down to view |
proposed waterfront. aerial view |
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evolution of infrastructure |
buried creeks and fabric over time |
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sailing homes for a mechanically mutilated shore. found objects |
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flood prevention. railway over port richmond avenue
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housing and armature details |
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