Olympic Sculpture Park and Hunter’s Point South Waterfront Park

Waterfront parks, especially those that emerged during the industrial age, frequently face separation from urban cores due to transport infrastructures and the looming risk of flooding. Bridging this division not only enhances accessibility and magnifies the utility of urban parks but also promotes the extension of their ecological benefits.
One iconic transformation is Seattle's Olympic Sculpture Park. Previously a contaminated industrial zone isolated by railway lines and major roads, it was reimagined into a 'Z'-shaped verdant platform. This innovative design ensures an uninterrupted passage from the Seattle Art Museum straight to the waterfront.
Similarly, the more contemporary Hunters Point South Waterfront Park rejuvenates an erstwhile industrial space into an ecological artery, marrying the principles of landscape, architecture, and infrastructure. This transformation emphasizes sustainability. Concrete barriers give way to flexible infrastructure, bolstering the area's defense against potential flooding.
These exemplar projects spotlight nature's inherent adaptability. By forging new pedestrian connections and embracing ecological restoration, they underscore a holistic design approach that seamlessly integrates infrastructure, landscape, and architectural elements.