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Bird Paradise

DELAWARE WATERFRONT WILDLIFE REFUGE

Wetland System

Master plan

Pier selected

Inspirations

Pier A Develop Phases Scheme Plan

Rail Station on Pier A

Rail Station on Pier A

 Notational map with phasing and levels of difficulty

Photo map of south philadelphia piers

2012.03.15_roles of 4 piers

Each pier has its major program as an identification with supportive programs. The selection of programs is based on the document of Central Delaware River Master Plan. The idea of connecting by boats or canoe is still used. 

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city finger--spatial quality based on specific context of surrounding environment

city finger--draft model for ecological finger

Single Program Matrix

Post Midterm Updates

Retain existing pier decay and ecology, create experience and interaction in interstitial space between piers

Afternoon pier sequence, important moments and ecologies highlighted

Circulation and netting structures protect&build habitat while showcasing unique pier decay conditions

Structures expose visitors to habitat experiences, while sheltering more delicate ecosystems

03.15.12 updates

Spring Garden Pier Mar.15 Version

Section along Spring Garden

  Height Set

Distribution

Model

Perspective