How a World Class Brooklyn Waterfront Can Spearhead a Thriving New Era for NYC and the Region
A vision for the Brooklyn waterfront aimed at transforming it into a vibrant public place that supports social life, joy, and community.
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Capitalize on the Appeal of Waterfronts: The best waterfronts showcase a city’s rich history and offer diverse activities. Waterfronts can tap into their unique qualities to create a dynamic place to live, work, and play. With one-of-a-kind commercial spaces, entertainment venues, parks, plazas, or markets, waterfronts frequently serve as a city’s living room and highlight its connection to the water.
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Great Waterfronts Around the World and A New Vision for the Brooklyn Waterfront
The city's and state's vision planning process for the Brooklyn Maritime District presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to reconnect our historic Brooklyn neighborhoods to the waterfront and create a significant community destination.
Capitalizing on the Appeal of Waterfronts: 11 of the Best
Of all the types of public spaces that exist, waterfronts are among the most strongly linked to the identity and history of a city. There could be no Stockholm without the harbor; no San Francisco away from the Bay; no Rio without its beaches.
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Creating the Waterfront San Diego Needs
San Diego's central waterfront could be one of the best waterfronts in the world. But it will take some work. The good news is that its transformation can start immediately
Vancouver Community Discussion: Can they Create the Waterfront they Deserve?
Vancouver has the highest population density in Canada. Two important questions to ask are: Has it lost its soul? And Can it create the great waterfront a great city deserves?
Pop-up Restaurants on the Waterfront: Six Cities that Do It Well
Eating along the water is almost universally appealing. We are drawn to great waterfronts that have it, like these 6 wonderful examples.
Capitalizing on the Appeal of Waterfronts: 11 of the Best
Of all the types of public spaces that exist, waterfronts are among the most strongly linked to the identity and history of a city. There could be no Stockholm without the harbor; no San Francisco away from the Bay; no Rio without its beaches.
Lighter, Quicker, Cheaper: Gabriel's Wharf, London
Built in 1988, It took 3 months to develop, cost 78,000 pounds and created 60 jobs. It is still thriving today.
Passeggiata: An Exuberant Italian Custom We Should All Adopt
A regular stroll through town is not just fun—it also boosts our sense of community