Concept Design

Bridging the Gap is a design proposal focused on reconnecting the isolated brownfield areas of South Baltimore, particularly around the Brooklyn and Curtis Bay neighborhoods, to the city’s larger ecological and social networks.

The concept centers on transforming vacant and underused industrial lands into a continuous green corridor that bridges physical, environmental, and community divides. By introducing multi-use trails, green buffers, and mixed-use public spaces, the project restores ecological function along the waterfront while improving accessibility and connectivity between neighborhoods.

The goal is to create a landscape that not only heals contaminated ground but also rebuilds community interaction and resilience within the evolving urban fabric of Baltimore. It highlights the potential of post-industrial land to become a driver of environmental regeneration and social renewal. Through phased implementation, the design envisions a flexible framework that adapts over time to future community needs and climate challenges.