project 1.3 - re-experience

https://www.designboom.com/architecture/big-architects-aecom-chicago-navy-pier-proposal/

chicago navy pier proposal, singapore

by BIG architects + AECOM

considered to be one of the great living legacies of american architect and urban planner daniel burnham’s plan of chicago, the site’s grand public waterfront location lacks a physical and visual connection back to the city. the team of BIG and AECOM suggest extending the existing pier upwards by elevating public life onto the rooftops of the structures, while restoring uninterrupted views of the windy city’s famous skyline.

the design includes six main components: east end park; pier park; crystal garden; skyline gardens; the gateway park; and the south dock.

crystal garden – grow it, cook it, eat it the ‘crystal garden’ will be an indoor public attraction that brings together sustainable food production, entertainment, education and culinary expertise. it will feature an aquaponic nutrient / water cycle system in order to irrigate various naturally-growing fruits and vegetables, which will respond well to the microclimate in the form of sculptural pillars – essentially a food jungle. pedestrian circulation at ground level allows easy access and circulation for visitors. a floating seadlike juice bar will serve products created from food grown on site. to complete the holistic system, the food grown within the garden will be used to supply the restaurants at pier +.