!melk develops ‘pier 97’ for hudson river park in new york

landscape architecture and urban design firm, !melk, has shared images of a new ‘pier park’ designed for a site on the hudson river in new york city. the project, called ‘pier 97’, intends to establish a popular and memorable community destination. currently in the design development stage, the park is due to start construction in february 2021 and is expected to open in march 2024.

all images courtesy of !melk

spanning a huge site of 3 acres, !melk‘s plan includes the provision of historic ship infrastructure, pedestrian and bicycle circulation, integration with adjacent park spaces, year-round visual interest and usability, and amenities for a wide variety of uses and age groups. the design encourages user circulation through carefully considered routes, providing a variety of views within the landscape and delivering park users to specific activities, programs, or spaces.

the intent is to have a fully utilized and activated ‘pier park’ that is integrated with both previously completed park sections and the adjacent new york state route 9a bikeway and roadway.

project info:

project name: pier 97

project type: public space / waterfront

location: new york, NY, the US

client: hudson river park trust

design: !melk

date of completion: 2024 (anticipated)

construction time: 36 months (february 2021 – march 2024)

project area: 3 acres (including upland)

cost: $38 million (landscape and comfort station)