Twin skyscraper designs unveiled for Brooklyn waterfront

James Corner Field Operations has proposed a mixed-use development in Brooklyn, featuring a waterfront park with sandy beaches and a circular walkway. The design includes flood protection measures and aims to enhance coastal resiliency. Additionally, two skyscrapers with residential, office, and retail spaces are planned, incorporating sustainable design elements.

What is the primary purpose of the two sandy beaches in the River Street Waterfront Master Plan?

• To provide recreational space for visitors

• To enhance coastal resiliency against rising sea levels

• To create a habitat for marine life

• To increase tourism in Brooklyn

What unique feature will the waterfront park include to allow for outdoor activities?

• A floating dock

• A circular walkway raised on stilts

• An underwater tunnel

• A zip line across the river

How will the park's design help manage heavy flooding?

• By having a stepped seabed that can fill with water

• By using flood barriers

• By installing water pumps

• By building a dam

What facilities will the skyscrapers beside the park include?

• A cinema and a shopping mall

• A YMCA gym and a swimming pool

• A concert hall and a theater

• A library and a museum

Which sustainable design element will be used in the skyscrapers?

• Green roofs

• Wind turbines

• Rainwater harvesting

• Passive solar shading