Construction Update: Pier 97
Construction is underway on the renovation of Pier 97 at Hudson River Park, a conversion of the pier to park space. Designed by !melk, the pier park will feature a playground with water spray features, a synthetic turf field, a sloping sun lawn, sculptural shade structures, an elevated walkway with seating, an “all-ages” slide and a sunset deck complete with bistro tables, chaise lounges and two-tiered walls with seating. A comfort station located north of Pier 97 will include solar panels on the roof along with a food concession, public restrooms and a park maintenance area.
Landscape Architect: !melk; Client: Hudson River Park Trust; Program: Park; Location: Hell’s Kitchen, New York, NY; Completion: 2023.
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