This project aims to humanize the currently industrial Pier 35 by extending the flow of the city via a more humanistic interpretation. By implementation of sustainably sourced materials and design elements that take the UNSDGs into consideration, the new Pier 35 aspires to manifest a community that prospers in areas such as good health and wellbeing, industry, innovation and infrastructure as well as life below water.

This architectural intervention allows for a conscious separation between the main programs which include but are not limited to, housing, a wellness center, grocery and library/knowledge center — however by introducing a series of platforms, the aforementioned programs are tied together in a web-like fashion.

The overall system’s main focus is to encourage a strong sense of community and in turn, guarantee resiliency.