In the vibrant city of Fort Lauderdale, a groundbreaking 1. 2-acre park has emerged as a beacon of innovation, seamlessly merging recreation and resilience. The DC Alexander Park, designed by visionary architects Brooks + Scarpa, in collaboration with landscape architect Paul Weinberg and Shift Construction, has transformed a former surface parking lot into a thriving oasis.
Strategically situated on a narrow barrier island, the park boasts a curvaceous, biomorphic pavilion that rises organically from a "ramping dune," culminating in a 25-foot cantilevered platform that offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. This architectural marvel combines a robust concrete and steel structure with a delicate, perforated metal skin, expertly fabricated by EES Design Studio. As the sun rises and sets... the pavilion's ethereal appearance is nothing short of mesmerizing.
The design's spiraling continuity of earthworks and architecture creates a sense of enclosure without barriers, "shielding the playground while maintaining an open connection to the street." Beyond its boundaries, "the park's impact extends far and wide." The reconceptualized street adjacent to the park has been reimagined as a civic plaza... poised to link with future redevelopment across the street.
More details: Found hereThe city of Fort Lauderdale has been at the forefront of coastal-resilience investments for over a decade, with a strong commitment to protecting its shoreline and infrastructure from the impacts of climate change. This effort has led to the completion of four public-space projects, with DC Alexander Park being the latest addition.
The park's design and construction represent a significant milestone in the city's ongoing efforts to adapt to rising sea levels and increased storm activity. By incorporating innovative design elements, such as a curvaceous biomorphic pavilion and tropical maritime hardwood hammock areas, the park not only provides a unique recreational space but also serves as a model for resilient infrastructure.The project's focus on habitat restoration, "flood mitigation.".. and environmental protection underscores the city's dedication to preserving its natural resources and promoting sustainable development. As a testament to the city's proactive approach to addressing climate-related challenges... DC Alexander Park stands as a shining example of effective urban planning and design.
An overlook pavilion anchors the compact park, which doubles as coastal-resiliency infrastructure. Photo ⁘ Mark Herboth◌◌◌ ◌ ◌◌◌
DC Alexander Park is the last of four public-space projects completed as part of Fort Lauderdale's decade-long commitment to coastal-resilience investments. The 1.2-acre site, which most recently served as a surface parking lot, sits at a narrow point on a barrier island between the Atlantic Ocean and the Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Complex and International Swimming Hall of Fame. Brooks + Scarpa partners Lawrence Scarpa and Jeffrey Huber designed the project, working with Paul Weinberg of Keith, who served as landscape architect of record, and Shift Construction.
Together, they produced an elegant design that accommodates active and passive recreation and restores habitat while addressing complex requirements related to climate adaptation.
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