http://www.sassafras55.nyc/work daily 0.75 2021-07-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582922930132-OKI9OFLRDZ3RDVXDFYPV/Qb%2BMG_8892.jpg work Queens Borough Parking Field, Queens, NY (more) When a failing parking structure adjacent to the Queens Borough Hall and the Queens Courts complex was demolished, the designers, sassafras55 and WXY Architects, replaced it with a surface parking lot and used the opportunity to experiment with green infrastructure and recycled materials for a new City prototype. The team filled the upland surrounding the 300-space trapezoidal asphalt parking field with all native plant species instead of lawn grass, and relieved the interior with two planted areas – one a narrow swale, the other a rain garden with varied topography, to add visual interest. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1434444889706-GQN8MN5EFJZ9SSIGXA8M/JHeintz_BrooklynMuseumOfArt_E5.jpg work Brooklyn Museum of Art, Brooklyn, NY (more) JHLA (Judith Heintz and Diana Drake) worked with Polshek Partnership Architects LLP to make the museum's entrance more inviting and elegantly egalitarian -- more welcoming to neighbors and accessible to all visitors, with ADA-compliant design features. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1434442759556-YM36M511UGP37SLGCUVD/JHeintz_BrooklynMuseumOfArt_C5.jpg work Brooklyn Museum of Art, Brooklyn, NY (more) JHLA (Judith Heintz and Diana Drake) worked with Polshek Partnership Architects LLP to make the museum's entrance more inviting and elegantly egalitarian -- more welcoming to neighbors and accessible to all visitors, with ADA-compliant design features. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442006890514-LYDXQFWOD1127V6YL2TR/image-asset.jpeg work One River Terrace, Battery Park City, New York City, NY (more) JHLA (Judith Heintz and Diana Drake) designed green roofs for One River Terrace, a LEED Gold residential building in Battery Park City. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1435609746476-U4A2D0IEW1VC4SIFV2BW/L-A+011_rev.jpg work West Village Garden, New York City, NY (more) At this small garden in the West Village, JHLA (Judith Heintz and Diana Drake) undertook a complete redesign of the space, converting it from an awkward unused back yard to a lush oasis with a water feature, glass deck and stair and bluestone pavement. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1435613677051-ERAP35BLG79Z5W8NIR7E/Trenton_Birds+Eye_092308revision.jpg work New Jersey Capital State Park, Trenton, NJ (more) In 2008, the large parking lot adjacent to the NJ State House was demolished to make way for a new park that would reinforce the State House as a powerful anchor to the site. After WRT was selected to design the new state park, the work was developed in the NYC office which included Judith Heintz as Principal in Charge, Diana Drake, Project Manager, Phase 2, and Napat Sitisara. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1435608028401-Q5O4LJFQVHZC4JH464J2/aerial+whole+park+c2012.jpg work Central Park Management & Restoration Plan, New York City, NY (more) Judith Heintz was one of four landscape architects who developed the 1982 - 1985 plan for rebuilding Central Park. http://www.sassafras55.nyc/sassafras55 daily 1.0 2015-06-14 http://www.sassafras55.nyc/about daily 0.75 2015-10-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1434294191543-NV2YBTTAHBTF021782BW/image-asset.jpeg about left to right: Judith Heintz, Diana L. Drake, Napat Sitisara http://www.sassafras55.nyc/stamford-garden daily 0.75 2015-10-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1435611465179-Z6Z5POPLFZLQJB3W92QW/1+View+from+2nd+floor+1.jpg stamford garden View of the site as it looked prior to the new work, taken from an upstairs window of the house . Stamford, Connecticut Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1435611508671-GFEQAVC38YSS3KFRI5SA/5.JPG stamford garden View from the corner of the site prior to installation of the project design. Stamford, Connecticut Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1435611526870-QX8AGP93S8Y88MYZRX10/8.JPG stamford garden Progress photograph of the new stone terraces. Stamford, Connecticut Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1435611555796-TDEZH98K7X5HTKSHKWYG/11.JPG stamford garden Progress photograph of the new bluestone steps connecting the small upper landing/terrace with the large terrace at the site's lowest level. Stamford, Connecticut Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1435611579914-4AUR4A05J3TDU4FVX6JC/13.jpg stamford garden View from the lower terrace to the new door and stair from the living room. Stamford, Connecticut Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1435611672608-XGWXPN1JOLK98HBNRIPS/18.+July+2012.jpg stamford garden The same view, but more inclusive of the lower terrace and plantings. Stamford, Connecticut Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1435611572503-534KMSVQI3DWX4Z4C35N/14.JPG stamford garden Lush native plantings with leaves, flowers and textures that change throughout the seasons provide constantly varying interest for the clients no matter where they are sitting. Stamford, Connecticut Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1435611661140-N5MWK76IC4KBMRV45NUX/17.jpg stamford garden View of the completed project from an upstairs window of the house. Stamford, Connecticut Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1435611683891-EO90628XOGW932MZBGAK/20.JPG stamford garden Lower terrace level with one of the clients' many significant stones with sentimental attachments. Stamford, Connecticut Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1435611695959-2OST81CZIII93WQ59S67/22.++May%2C+2013.JPG stamford garden It was very important to the client to find the perfect spot for a Chinese figure that had been in her grandmother's garden. Stamford, Connecticut Garden http://www.sassafras55.nyc/southpoint-sustainable daily 0.75 2017-08-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347165335-6XCXH78V2C29Y88FV2L8/dscn8018_a.jpeg southpoint-sustainable The west entrance to the park is marked by some of the former City Hospital's cast iron columns, which were salvaged from the site. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347190792-8NGGXMQEYFJEPOLX37TD/dscn8024.jpeg southpoint-sustainable A closer view of the columns at the west entrance. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347315006-EBFZLAB3TKZEE26SCNPW/rubble_156.jpeg southpoint-sustainable Site-found materials, such as these building stones and cast iron columns of the former City Hospital, were used in the park design: the columns at both park entrances and the stones to build the low retaining walls. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347112971-LZ4PFDVUJ2NFX9QTRNLK/8052_use.jpeg southpoint-sustainable Stones quarried on Roosevelt Island for the former City Hospital, then stockpiled on-site when the hospital was demolished in 1994, were used to build retaining walls necessitated by the required soil cap. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347263897-RPWSAQIZTHYPSH10MOUV/img_2237_ns.jpeg southpoint-sustainable The existing site consisted of mounds of earth and debris that had been dumped here over many years. While much of the effect was unsightly, the general idea of a wild place took hold of the islanders' imaginations. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347256852-OE7XN1KUL6KKYB7LXZNW/img_0178_ns.jpeg southpoint-sustainable Boulders and concrete debris were found in piles around the site. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347325252-O8PVI54QIVG7GVGJHK4O/rubble_170.jpeg southpoint-sustainable A view of the mounds found on the site, with the United Nations showing in the background. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347234563-NHNAOZLZEYPCHIYV0CI5/dscn8150.jpeg southpoint-sustainable A similar view after park construction was complete. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347286004-K6ERMZKWYFKQSN2L116K/p1010288.jpeg southpoint-sustainable A dirt and gravel drive at the west perimeter of the existing site. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347144755-9RQ5XCF557RXG7V1UCZF/dscn5823.jpeg southpoint-sustainable The dirt and gravel drive that existed on the site prior to the park's development was realigned and formalized as part of the park design. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347273834-VOK04MQ55V45JCSEMEAW/img_2261_ns.jpeg southpoint-sustainable The Smallpox Hospital designed by James Renwick presented itself as an intriguing development possibility and/or artifact of the site's history. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347227001-ZWQJ02UDUFW3GEWZ4B6C/dscn8102.jpeg southpoint-sustainable Project budget did not allow for the Smallpox Hospital's complete restoration or even stabilization that would allow for park use. Instead it was stabilized and fenced to preserve it for future possible uses and accessibility. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347294113-J11CE32NPEJX877BWU2G/rubble_086.jpeg southpoint-sustainable The Strecker Lab (a former pathology lab serving the hospital complex) was completely restored by NYC Transit to serve the subway that travels beneath the site. Here, it is pictured in the pre-park landscape. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347125808-CDYJ5JWSZI2GSD1HGEOJ/dsc0190.jpeg southpoint-sustainable A similar view of Strecker after park construction. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347247136-ZKXC6370QR78HE3E9IDW/img_0176_ns.jpeg southpoint-sustainable Large areas of asphalt and construction debris as seen in the pre-park site. A view of the Manhattan skyline rises in the background. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347209964-MYYDSKDV8S39D8SDZP89/dscn8062_use.jpeg southpoint-sustainable A similar view following park constuction shows the wall that now surounds Strecker Lab on three sides and the view beyond. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347152451-ZMWBMJNKOA7F9FTJ6MCR/dscn6171_dl.jpeg southpoint-sustainable The same view but closer to the main infiltration garden and mound. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347134323-SOGXVB9Q32NOS9X25OB3/dscn5766_milkweed.jpeg southpoint-sustainable Swamp milkweed (Aesclepias incarnata) is just one of the many New York native plants that were used exclusively for the park design. Southpoint Open Space http://www.sassafras55.nyc/village-garden-sustainable daily 0.75 2020-04-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587818667754-AU5AJPX5HHNYDWP5DH8N/IMG_7081.jpeg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1597249583096-7LTC2LD9AP34Y72VEJS3/IMG_2265.jpeg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587816332997-KEADK55RPF94PAYW71FB/DSC_1103.jpeg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587816155922-8J6TW6NWWYGA8WUUNOFX/IMG_3960.jpeg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587840325282-AMG452WUMEJ7R5A81A5L/IMG_7766.jpg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587842084222-B8IJ2TT36C29HXUBPSHF/IMG_4842.jpg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587842041574-S8MRT5CEMNANJ5H3QUF2/DSCN7914.jpeg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587839726962-PPK55U58U7S9O2DQ586J/IMG_8313+%281%29.jpg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587842613701-I676DR1Q4EC8FYAC2X8N/IMG_7210+%281%29.jpg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587839676579-ZROSOO26TO6OWWBMWWYA/DSC_1178.jpg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587818103238-7CVVN2L77OLTHDGAHEQ8/IMG_8969.jpeg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1649517594399-UL177WUWOUZDGM67KHZY/sassafras.winterIMG_5506.jpeg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587815982169-4994EUH1WKBV4BEA61P8/droughtysummer.DSC_0376.jpeg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587840309920-R3YONGE4UOGGCOB0PO6A/IMG_2672.jpg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1649510798502-DK2MPT5OABCGOSRXUZGB/DSC_2386.jpeg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1649510823997-IQ7YOSNQANUI1KYJNC15/IMG_9060.jpeg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1649587228140-A3Z4JFTKZR0D0UMHZIU7/2016.DSC_0369.jpeg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1649587311982-4IK86XV4A6QQGXM2Y494/2016.DSC_0375.jpeg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1649587328421-1W5TM9F63F9W00S7M3IY/2016.DSC_0361.jpeg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1649610494330-13UX2SE93QLH38ZXWHJP/21may.rocks.down.IMG_6735.jpeg village garden-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1436458813844-QIJGONO2GZMX36NRXCUJ/DSC_0197.JPG village garden-sustainable http://www.sassafras55.nyc/bio-page-dld daily 0.75 2020-08-15 http://www.sassafras55.nyc/bio-page-ns daily 0.75 2015-10-01 http://www.sassafras55.nyc/central-park-vision daily 0.75 2015-09-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442146912278-NYOKH27LCNUKKWFWLP06/aerialwholepark.jpeg central park-vision Aerial view of Central Park, c. 2012 Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147008739-RYQG00UNCVTMP926G9HT/pw_20.jpeg central park-vision Existing Circulation Plan: this plan is an example of the Park Inventory of existing conditions. More than 10 Parkwide systems were studied. Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147025807-NYZ4HP1B6OXQZOX2OJ8U/cavebefore.jpeg central park-vision The Cave: before restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147034399-WOZ4UEU7TLEXUAC1HWO6/caveafter.jpeg central park-vision The Cave: after restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1440524362601-23QS9MYBO1OV9EEYGE2B/Bethesda+Fountain+before.jpg central park-vision Bethesda Terrace: before restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147100991-Z71BZI0A8MMFYB0UJJOS/bethftnafter.jpeg central park-vision Bethesda Terrace: after restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147051239-LKRFABADWA3JK9X6SDSF/ravinebefore.jpeg central park-vision Ravine Waterfall: before restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147063873-4DOAX4JSKT2KT5QXHSLR/ravineaft.jpeg central park-vision Ravine Waterfall: after restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147117991-2412GUE16JR3HS9HYIZA/sheepbefore.jpeg central park-vision Sheep Meadow: before restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147126135-OKDBXPQ9IP4O7HA0ALZM/sheepafter.jpeg central park-vision Sheep Meadow: after restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147196958-DNTR1JBCKB0RGRV3OXSN/meerafter.jpeg central park-vision 110th Street Boathouse: before restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147208768-4VWNIKR2H27HAMDD3NAH/meerafter_1.jpeg central park-vision 110th Street Boathouse, now the Dana Center: after restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147246214-42Y5AHNB7HY1MU15OBQN/aerialbefore.jpeg central park-vision Southwest Corner including the Sheep Meadow and Heckscher Ballfields: before restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147259964-SL6Y0U3EFDZMJON8XKNZ/aerialafter.jpeg central park-vision Southwest Corner, including the Sheep Meadow and Heckscher Ballfields: after restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147283429-7P5Z0QW5HGOJTFHGN9AU/w72bef.jpeg central park-vision West Side Park perimeter: before restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147294147-QSNHUDRJBQBUYZ2220P8/w72aft.jpeg central park-vision West Side Park perimeter: after restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147365214-A6JDA9KV1MKZK3DE7GCJ/circ_sys_wdlnd_edge.jpeg central park-vision The various elements of the Park's circulation system -- pedestrian paths, bridle trail, transverse roads and vehicular drives -- are grade-separated to prevent interruption of flow between the different modes. Of particular note are the transverse roads which completely separate cross-town traffic from Park use -- even more important today than it was 150 years ago. Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147377216-M4GTAGA3XEV4LEIPURFS/cp+woodlandedge.jpeg central park-vision Between woodland and meadow areas, there should be a more natural transition that includes herbaceous plants and understory trees and shrubs. Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147384335-KA5ZL9PFGNHIQPTYYEP4/jh_v_25.jpeg central park-vision Southwest Corner: this drawing illustrates the web of "desire lines" into the Park made by Park visitors. The plan recommends a better defined entrance from Columbus Circle and redesigned path alignments that provide clear connections to interior Park destinations. Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1440525141967-DFLQKQTJGTZ1RY5ZABDE/cp+water+edge.jpg central park-vision Softening the edges of the Park's water bodies to create a more natural appearance yet maintain their stability was a major park goal. This illustration shows one way of accomplishing this task. Central Park Management & Restoration Plan http://www.sassafras55.nyc/cma-rooftop daily 0.75 2015-10-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441571981202-W54VD9TPG20YKXT3OV3J/3_yongwu.jpg CMA-rooftop The view from an interior gallery space to one of two exterior roof terraces enhances the sculpture on display. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441572073139-QS3LMGX3KEL6NCL0LUX6/2_yongwu.jpg CMA-rooftop While the roof terraces allow for views to the landscape beyond, they also look inward to the galleries themselves. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441572093501-EVHPOV8HQPAXLYHNPYNH/IMG_0145.jpg CMA-rooftop The central axis of the entry/event space aligns with the transverse walkway of the west interior planter. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441572154852-Z5CXO7FETBVJCY18WGW8/IMG_0521.jpg CMA-rooftop The polished wall of the planter reflects the planting as well as the museum facade. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441571962556-HZLNVZW9BZOZX5TDJYT0/1_yongwu.jpg CMA-rooftop Two planted squares with undulating green stripes provide relief and seating within a large atrium between the 20th and 21st century museum buildings. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441572014402-BPQFLBTH3MFAKYWXE8YM/4_yongwu.jpg CMA-rooftop The east planting creates a space for cafe tables and chairs. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441572040574-VF2YFXD6TU95CSCNABIK/IMG_0166.jpg CMA-rooftop The undulating planting strips in shades of green pass under a transverse walkway. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441572168140-QT38IJQ08ZRQ31PV7HBL/IMG_0554.jpg CMA-rooftop The planted squares in the atrium are surrounded by stainless steel grates. The transverse pathways are the same granite as the rest of the atrium plaza. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441572193020-FFPKA3GLASNUT26HVWGR/save_no_5_yongwu.jpg CMA-rooftop An view of the east planting from the atrium mezzanine shows the transverse path and the space created for tables and chairs. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1437425413298-6WBXAV9N7AC3JYG3VYHD/3_yongwu.jpg CMA-rooftop http://www.sassafras55.nyc/mii-sustainable daily 0.75 2015-09-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441568941887-JY9ERVR702G3R44J2RPQ/150906+planting-concept-1.jpg mii amo-sustainable Various plant communities provide seasonal interest and create a sense of place for each key area of the spa. Mii Amo Spa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441568957777-ESILZ0OSXQ3I6A4QMO3X/150906+cartpath-view1.jpg mii amo-sustainable A perspective view of a cart path through the terraced spa villas illustrates a hierarchy of spaces. Mii Amo Spa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441568967688-2OS75BWRVGTE1LPORJGF/150906+cartpath-view2.jpg mii amo-sustainable The cart path changes character as it passes through a different setting. Mii Amo Spa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441571037709-GQ79Z84Q0QZFZ4D27EEC/150906+condopath-view2.jpg mii amo-sustainable A perspective view of the residential corridor shows the rainwater feature, water runnel, and stepped garden. Mii Amo Spa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441571037421-NYILYJLBNW0Q1PO9AGFV/150906+condopath-view1.jpg mii amo-sustainable A perspective view of the residential corridor on the edge of the central garden and landscape. Mii Amo Spa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441569681725-GEEPL4RSS6PO7FOBO8JK/150906+cartpath-section.jpg mii amo-sustainable A section through one of the terrace levels shows a cart path and a courtyard with rainwater features and various landscape types, including a green roof. Mii Amo Spa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441569463170-N6G30Z1IBZJ4UPWJIAO2/150906+rainterrace-EWsection.jpg mii amo-sustainable An east-west site section illustrates the series of rain gardens and collecting pond at the base of the slope. Mii Amo Spa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441569472742-GY4ZUL743INDYV8YQ8N7/150906+rainterrace-NSsection.jpg mii amo-sustainable The north-south section shows a series of rain gardens and collecting pond. Mii Amo Spa http://www.sassafras55.nyc/contact daily 0.75 2015-10-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441820441708-TAATDVDU1EP55AM21VJB/image-asset.jpeg contact http://www.sassafras55.nyc/nj-capital-park-vision daily 0.75 2015-10-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441636573492-PFILNQPXUTFJM01U3JQJ/150906+Trenton_Birds+Eye.jpg NJ Capital State Park - vision The State Capitol of NJ once presided over the Delaware River and its canals. A highway built in the 1960s eliminated this connection; eventually the lawns were replaced with an asphalt parking lot. This project re-establishes the prominence of this 'other side' of the building and reinforces its connection to other important Trenton institutions. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441625279988-JV48QYY1DR50C7IZRFZ9/150813+existingaerial.jpg NJ Capital State Park - vision Aerial photo of existing conditions. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586866746-OVBDPQZ2SWRVKVQZ5IUF/150906+zoomed_out_plan.jpg NJ Capital State Park - vision Park plan within larger context of the government complex. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586865133-IIR8MXCMZU8NEYJXMV5S/150906+Pettys+Run+Site+Plan.jpg NJ Capital State Park - vision Plan by Hunter Research of the archeological findings that will be incorporated into the larger park. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586864507-8P8BDI32MH74HYZW9D6Y/150906+fullbleedplan.jpg NJ Capital State Park - vision The plan proposes spaces for large gatherings and more intimate daily use. A water runnel bordered by a continuous boardwalk path will begin in the archeological park, collect stormwater, and direct it to the retention basin in the southeast portion of the site. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586864819-EZOUNKMIU867LEBXR846/150906+lighting_layout.jpg NJ Capital State Park - vision The lighting plan by L'Observatoire International reinforces the different pedestrian paths and creates a unique nighttime experience. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586865897-GZNGB4WXWL157OYIJH0S/150906+plantingsystemtrees.jpg NJ Capital State Park - vision New Jersey has been a center of the nursery trade for many years. It is well-known for its woody plant material, particularly its trees. The plan uses rows of trees native to NJ, similar to the rows of trees in nurseries, to create spaces for shaded seating. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586865494-VOBJ8E69OD0O8R85WOWG/150906+plantingsystemmound-1.jpg NJ Capital State Park - vision Within the shady bosk of the native trees are mounds and depressions filled with NJ native plants. The depressions collect stormwater, which is piped to the large stormwater retention basin occupying the southeast side of the site. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586865324-P16M36OP1C2V8AE24X59/150906+perspectivepbagjk.jpg NJ Capital State Park - vision Perspective drawing showing the water runnel and the bosk area. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586866526-8D3P4S2DDRG24GUYY4RG/150906+Trenton_View_To_SHouse.jpg NJ Capital State Park - vision View from the Memorial Building southeast of the site to the Capitol Building NJ Capital State Park http://www.sassafras55.nyc/west-village-garden daily 0.75 2015-10-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149520356-XNWVSUIJ9WKT8EZNNQB3/wvg28.jpeg west village garden A view of the entire garden from the roof. West Village Garden, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149694875-C0D4HVE67FBT1HLO98OH/wvg2.jpeg west village garden The glass deck and stair, with stainless steel and cedar railings. West Village Garden, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149581182-CLKC6DBFGFF81IPZ1CO2/wvg27.jpeg west village garden A view to the lily pool from the top of the stairs. West Village Garden, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149741550-W6Y100QPRYZGWMKTH2HN/wvg4.jpeg west village garden The lily pool at the base of the stairs showing the copper runnel and spillway. West Village Garden, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149758500-UUVUE8COJ0DO3E40M5KS/wvg16.jpeg west village garden Lily pool, runnel and spillway. West Village Garden, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149786359-BL4SNZ4CSV9AM8W0O8WA/wvg3.jpeg west village garden The copper runnel and the ferns below at the lower level of the house. West Village Garden, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149810570-4EHLNF7V5FBF0512HS6D/wvg1.jpeg west village garden The copper planters and ferns under the deck outside the windows of the lower level of the house. West Village Garden, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149826697-BD18GAR2QG3FTCZVXSKL/wvg24.jpeg west village garden Lush plantings surround and infiltrate the bluestone terrace. West Village Garden, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149838442-7DL6CL4MIN572LQMBI9X/wvg42.jpeg west village garden Grasses and thyme fill the gaps in the paving. West Village Garden, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149861379-8FARMO1Y5W3YPFWWHT7Y/wvg21.jpeg west village garden A flowering Stewartia graces the lower terrace in early summer. West Village Garden, NYC http://www.sassafras55.nyc/cma-museum daily 0.75 2015-10-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441571981202-W54VD9TPG20YKXT3OV3J/3_yongwu.jpg CMA-museum The view from an interior gallery space to one of two exterior roof terraces enhances the sculpture on display. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441572073139-QS3LMGX3KEL6NCL0LUX6/2_yongwu.jpg CMA-museum While the roof terraces allow for views to the landscape beyond, they also look inward to the galleries themselves. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441572093501-EVHPOV8HQPAXLYHNPYNH/IMG_0145.jpg CMA-museum The central axis of the entry/event space aligns with the transverse walkway of the west interior planter. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441572154852-Z5CXO7FETBVJCY18WGW8/IMG_0521.jpg CMA-museum The polished wall of the planter reflects the planting as well as the museum facade. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441571962556-HZLNVZW9BZOZX5TDJYT0/1_yongwu.jpg CMA-museum Two planted squares with undulating green stripes provide relief and seating within a large atrium between the 20th and 21st century museum buildings. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441572014402-BPQFLBTH3MFAKYWXE8YM/4_yongwu.jpg CMA-museum The east planting creates a space for cafe tables and chairs. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441572040574-VF2YFXD6TU95CSCNABIK/IMG_0166.jpg CMA-museum The undulating planting strips in shades of green pass under a transverse walkway. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441572168140-QT38IJQ08ZRQ31PV7HBL/IMG_0554.jpg CMA-museum The planted squares in the atrium are surrounded by stainless steel grates. The transverse pathways are the same granite as the rest of the atrium plaza. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441572193020-FFPKA3GLASNUT26HVWGR/save_no_5_yongwu.jpg CMA-museum An view of the east planting from the atrium mezzanine shows the transverse path and the space created for tables and chairs. Cleveland Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1437425413298-6WBXAV9N7AC3JYG3VYHD/3_yongwu.jpg CMA-museum http://www.sassafras55.nyc/bma-museum daily 0.75 2015-10-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441642313448-MRFAOOQ26699QF0JALQO/150812+brooklyn+museum+fountain.jpg BMA - museum Children enjoy the interactive fountain on opening day. Fountain mechanics by WET Design. Brooklyn Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441642353671-JN0WM92FQ6Z3M15DE4JJ/150812+brooklyn+museum+1.jpg BMA - museum Tiered lawn in use, with cherry trees in bloom Brooklyn Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441642368484-A199O11AR9OMTKI4CYPU/150812+brooklyn+museum+2.jpg BMA - museum Tiered lawn in use, with cherry trees in bloom Brooklyn Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441642385294-9XDMH355H26S4LA5EP23/150812+bma-rendered.jpg BMA - museum Plaza plan Brooklyn Museum of Art http://www.sassafras55.nyc/east-river-blueway-1 daily 0.75 2015-09-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441229999766-VMGT5XZFK20GRYP4E3VN/blueway+WATER-QUALITY.jpg east river blueway This plan of the East River Blueway is one of many created by WXY with input from Judith Heintz. East River Blueway https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441830463688-0MECYJAN2Q4L48G4R2TQ/blu_brkbdg.jpeg east river blueway Landscape and stormwater recommendations for the area at Brooklyn Bridge East River Blueway https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441830506592-B6UXZWAG47VGGZ4MRXVP/blu_houston.jpeg east river blueway Recommendations for the area at Houston Street East River Blueway https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441830492573-9EIKD68CYI5XX4551Y7R/blu_corlears.jpeg east river blueway Recommendations for Corlears Hook landscapes. East River Blueway https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441830435521-AIZ875H9XZ3ZKTRBEJZX/blu_6th.jpeg east river blueway Recommendations for the area at East 6th Street. East River Blueway https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441830452863-8W9DDSJ86AO98HWF3LTO/blu_10.jpeg east river blueway Landscape recommendations for East 10th Street. East River Blueway https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441830521661-8VUWT8FS8OCK2SH8NCWP/blue_stuycove.jpeg east river blueway Stuyvesant Cove landscape recommendations. East River Blueway https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441830480149-DH7HWAFSWTQDL6B6WH26/blu_CB6.jpeg east river blueway Recommendations for inland and riverfront within Community Board 6. East River Blueway http://www.sassafras55.nyc/bio-page-jh daily 0.75 2015-09-30 http://www.sassafras55.nyc/hudson-yards daily 0.75 2015-07-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1436923564125-IVI49EQCDF4S9KLEKC5E/image-asset.jpeg hudson yards https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1436923486180-QYE4TE9KNCCPMCOVYQAI/HY_16.jpg hudson yards https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1436923442328-9RQMAX8S0CUU1JQL3YB1/HY_16.jpg hudson yards http://www.sassafras55.nyc/hunters-point daily 0.75 2015-09-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441831478084-NIJAK9UEELU36KY2ZIDC/page+6+.jpg hunter's point Aerial location plan. Hunter's Point South https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441831108557-TPRERPGCR6HDVDLALCWM/m_FydN6q3PlSs5RT4rw-Bqlzc-W0NB3X1JSna73jqDE.jpg hunter's point Aerial perspective, looking east and north. Hunter's Point South https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441230102800-9DHATPANAQFO5DLW99EV/_large_Landscape+Plan+with+Labels2.16.07.jpg hunter's point Plan of the various open spaces included in the overall plan. Hunter's Point South https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441831188157-GSJ9YJNQ19H1RCRZ5W9O/XG1Pc0nxvrCSV5evq071C1XU_Q8kjgGAWdywzt90OwQ.jpg hunter's point Aerial perspective looking north. Hunter's Point South   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441831203050-UMONA5OVS2I8L154M5YJ/vwxtLsY-5iiXV_cdg7DGUxxIBOwEdYc47mG6AIPTHVM.jpg hunter's point Aerial perspective of channel gardens on 55th Street. Hunter's Point South https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441831219161-U2VSXMKLIL9G36UQDSIV/mfZmBm3V1DX3KRnsYTBi4jDCKcdc4IobtIU3mFYF3FA.jpg hunter's point Perspective view of Center Boulevard at the waterfront park. Hunter's Point South https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441831863285-LRXJANN97Q9LPODI0UMR/all+2nd+street-120707.jpg hunter's point Sections through Second Street. Hunter's Point South https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441831952960-K0DX5897BUY90ISCYP6N/all+center+blvd-120707.jpg hunter's point Sections through Center Boulevard. Hunter's Point South https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441832065758-OLEA4LENY84I3EWS7KOR/borden+%26+narrow+street+-+120707.jpg hunter's point Sections through Borden Avenue and a typical narrow street. Hunter's Point South https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441832255498-PQ4PD94IAMPL1KF6X06Y/center-57th-water%27s+edge-120707.jpg hunter's point Sections through Center Boulevard and the waterfront park. Hunter's Point South http://www.sassafras55.nyc/cornell daily 0.75 2015-10-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442002205712-JVFMONJSYWA01TAYWKX6/150908_IMG_2748.jpg weill cornell medical college The bosky steps. Weill Cornel Medical College, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442002261772-JWYKZVJZMXH8STO2GP7W/150908_IMG_2722.jpg weill cornell medical college Bosky steps seen from the other side of the lower terrace. Weill Cornell Medical College, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442003924368-O3PBPDM27FVPVSJP5YZ0/150908_IMG_2721.jpg weill cornell medical college View from lower terrace, including the mechanical enclosure, which is clad in the same material used for the planters on the upper terrace. Weill Cornell Medical College, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442004191176-FAB7AG83PVPC2YKF8921/150908_IMG_2749.jpg weill cornell medical college View across the large open area of the lower terrace. Weill Cornell Medical College, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442004313323-KXURTZZAFSVKTMXXADAZ/150908_IMG_2745.jpg weill cornell medical college Ramp to upper terrace. Weill Cornell Medical College, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442002305581-PYIYADNKPZAPHOD85KAA/150908_IMG_2746.jpg weill cornell medical college View of bosk area. Weill Cornell Medical College, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442004440056-JKSPF3273HSNNKEPKNAK/150908_IMG_2741.jpg weill cornell medical college View from the upper terrace through the River birch bosk to the lower terrace. Weill Cornell Medical College, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442004612089-S5OB18D32JA5AJDYYIAJ/150908_IMG_2723.jpg weill cornell medical college View of the upper terrace with its linear planters just planted with grasses and the columnar planters that hold Amelanchiers. Weill Cornell Medical College, NYC http://www.sassafras55.nyc/bpc-rooftop daily 0.75 2015-10-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149132700-FLY9ZTQDIMI7GNYMKU40/P1050458-rev.jpg bpc-rooftop Second floor terrace view of planters. One River Terrace, Battery Park City, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149104405-CHCKEWI52UTFJWOIUOLB/P1050457-rev.jpg bpc-rooftop View illustrating a seating area with tables and chairs. One River Terrace, Battery Park City, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149151043-KUP03E4X7L3AOZJMZI68/P1050460-rev.jpg bpc-rooftop The low curb contains the extra soil depth needed for ground covers. One River Terrace, Battery Park City, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1439395418665-UZL3QA1XO96OMPL9V9F4/P1050459.JPG bpc-rooftop The combination of low plantings and taller planters that contain small trees and shrubs create a varied landscape in difficult conditions. One River Terrace, Battery Park City, NYC http://www.sassafras55.nyc/southpoint-parks daily 0.75 2017-08-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347165335-6XCXH78V2C29Y88FV2L8/dscn8018_a.jpeg southpoint-parks The west entrance to the park is marked by some of the former City Hospital's cast iron columns, which were salvaged from the site. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347190792-8NGGXMQEYFJEPOLX37TD/dscn8024.jpeg southpoint-parks A closer view of the columns at the west entrance. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347315006-EBFZLAB3TKZEE26SCNPW/rubble_156.jpeg southpoint-parks Site-found materials, such as these building stones and cast iron columns of the former City Hospital, were used in the park design: the columns at both park entrances and the stones to build the low retaining walls. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347112971-LZ4PFDVUJ2NFX9QTRNLK/8052_use.jpeg southpoint-parks Stones quarried on Roosevelt Island for the former City Hospital, then stockpiled on-site when the hospital was demolished in 1994, were used to build retaining walls necessitated by the required soil cap. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347263897-RPWSAQIZTHYPSH10MOUV/img_2237_ns.jpeg southpoint-parks The existing site consisted of mounds of earth and debris that had been dumped here over many years. While much of the effect was unsightly, the general idea of a wild place took hold of the islanders' imaginations. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347256852-OE7XN1KUL6KKYB7LXZNW/img_0178_ns.jpeg southpoint-parks Boulders and concrete debris were found in piles around the site. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347325252-O8PVI54QIVG7GVGJHK4O/rubble_170.jpeg southpoint-parks A view of the mounds found on the site, with the United Nations showing in the background. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347234563-NHNAOZLZEYPCHIYV0CI5/dscn8150.jpeg southpoint-parks A similar view after park construction was complete. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347286004-K6ERMZKWYFKQSN2L116K/p1010288.jpeg southpoint-parks A dirt and gravel drive at the west perimeter of the existing site. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347144755-9RQ5XCF557RXG7V1UCZF/dscn5823.jpeg southpoint-parks The dirt and gravel drive that existed on the site prior to the park's development was realigned and formalized as part of the park design. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347273834-VOK04MQ55V45JCSEMEAW/img_2261_ns.jpeg southpoint-parks The Smallpox Hospital designed by James Renwick presented itself as an intriguing development possibility and/or artifact of the site's history. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347227001-ZWQJ02UDUFW3GEWZ4B6C/dscn8102.jpeg southpoint-parks Project budget did not allow for the Smallpox Hospital's complete restoration or even stabilization that would allow for park use. Instead it was stabilized and fenced to preserve it for future possible uses and accessibility. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347294113-J11CE32NPEJX877BWU2G/rubble_086.jpeg southpoint-parks The Strecker Lab (a former pathology lab serving the hospital complex) was completely restored by NYC Transit to serve the subway that travels beneath the site. Here, it is pictured in the pre-park landscape. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347125808-CDYJ5JWSZI2GSD1HGEOJ/dsc0190.jpeg southpoint-parks A similar view of Strecker after park construction. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347247136-ZKXC6370QR78HE3E9IDW/img_0176_ns.jpeg southpoint-parks Large areas of asphalt and construction debris as seen in the pre-park site. A view of the Manhattan skyline rises in the background. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347209964-MYYDSKDV8S39D8SDZP89/dscn8062_use.jpeg southpoint-parks A similar view following park constuction shows the wall that now surounds Strecker Lab on three sides and the view beyond. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347152451-ZMWBMJNKOA7F9FTJ6MCR/dscn6171_dl.jpeg southpoint-parks The same view but closer to the main infiltration garden and mound. Southpoint Open Space https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442347134323-SOGXVB9Q32NOS9X25OB3/dscn5766_milkweed.jpeg southpoint-parks Swamp milkweed (Aesclepias incarnata) is just one of the many New York native plants that were used exclusively for the park design. Southpoint Open Space http://www.sassafras55.nyc/nj-capital-park-sustainable daily 0.75 2015-10-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441636573492-PFILNQPXUTFJM01U3JQJ/150906+Trenton_Birds+Eye.jpg NJ Capital State Park - sustainable The State Capitol of NJ once presided over the Delaware River and its canals. A highway built in the 1960s eliminated this connection; eventually the lawns were replaced with an asphalt parking lot. This project re-establishes the prominence of this 'other side' of the building and reinforces its connection to other important Trenton institutions. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441625279988-JV48QYY1DR50C7IZRFZ9/150813+existingaerial.jpg NJ Capital State Park - sustainable Aerial photo of existing conditions. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586866746-OVBDPQZ2SWRVKVQZ5IUF/150906+zoomed_out_plan.jpg NJ Capital State Park - sustainable Park plan within larger context of the government complex. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586865133-IIR8MXCMZU8NEYJXMV5S/150906+Pettys+Run+Site+Plan.jpg NJ Capital State Park - sustainable Plan by Hunter Research of the archeological findings that will be incorporated into the larger park. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586864507-8P8BDI32MH74HYZW9D6Y/150906+fullbleedplan.jpg NJ Capital State Park - sustainable The plan proposes spaces for large gatherings and more intimate daily use. A water runnel bordered by a continuous boardwalk path will begin in the archeological park, collect stormwater, and direct it to the retention basin in the southeast portion of the site. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586864819-EZOUNKMIU867LEBXR846/150906+lighting_layout.jpg NJ Capital State Park - sustainable The lighting plan by L'Observatoire International reinforces the different pedestrian paths and creates a unique nighttime experience. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586865897-GZNGB4WXWL157OYIJH0S/150906+plantingsystemtrees.jpg NJ Capital State Park - sustainable New Jersey has been a center of the nursery trade for many years. It is well-known for its woody plant material, particularly its trees. The plan uses rows of trees native to NJ, similar to the rows of trees in nurseries, to create spaces for shaded seating. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586865494-VOBJ8E69OD0O8R85WOWG/150906+plantingsystemmound-1.jpg NJ Capital State Park - sustainable Within the shady bosk of the native trees are mounds and depressions filled with NJ native plants. The depressions collect stormwater, which is piped to the large stormwater retention basin occupying the southeast side of the site. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586865324-P16M36OP1C2V8AE24X59/150906+perspectivepbagjk.jpg NJ Capital State Park - sustainable Perspective drawing showing the water runnel and the bosk area. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586866526-8D3P4S2DDRG24GUYY4RG/150906+Trenton_View_To_SHouse.jpg NJ Capital State Park - sustainable View from the Memorial Building southeast of the site to the Capitol Building NJ Capital State Park http://www.sassafras55.nyc/bma-urban daily 0.75 2015-10-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441642313448-MRFAOOQ26699QF0JALQO/150812+brooklyn+museum+fountain.jpg BMA - urban Children enjoy the interactive fountain on opening day. Fountain mechanics by WET Design. Brooklyn Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441642353671-JN0WM92FQ6Z3M15DE4JJ/150812+brooklyn+museum+1.jpg BMA - urban Tiered lawn in use, with cherry trees in bloom Brooklyn Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441642368484-A199O11AR9OMTKI4CYPU/150812+brooklyn+museum+2.jpg BMA - urban Tiered lawn in use, with cherry trees in bloom Brooklyn Museum of Art https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441642385294-9XDMH355H26S4LA5EP23/150812+bma-rendered.jpg BMA - urban Plaza plan Brooklyn Museum of Art http://www.sassafras55.nyc/emp-urban daily 0.75 2020-04-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441830272222-ATDJVEO2WXZWALKXMZF6/emp_siteplan.jpeg emp-urban Site plan illustrating the three spaces linked through the use of materials, form and plantings. East Midtown Plaza https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441830285717-9JL020SRHTT7XRRMWXF8/emp_plazaview.jpeg emp-urban Artists rendering of the play area and main plaza with the garden in the background. East Midtown Plaza https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582825083175-NL3XH7RYR5K1B1OF4UTL/I%3FMG_4746.jpg emp-urban https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587733889519-73749EOLEA6VCQ1FZKZG/-IMG_4749.jpg emp-urban - East Midtown Plaza, New York City, NY (Copy) East Midtown Plaza, New York City, NY (more) Judith Heintz, Diana Drake and Napat Sitisara worked in concert with WXY Studio to transform a barren, deteriorated concrete plaza into a lush landscape that responds to the opportunities and constraints inherent in the site. All plants are native to the New York City region and where possible, storm water is directed to planted areas and away from the city's combined sewer system. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582825125482-R9F8V38OVAHPHBWOOWEW/-IMG_4751.jpg emp-urban https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582825102719-Z1BV4EVFAAGLK0NFPJ0P/-IMG_4768.jpg emp-urban https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582825113461-7TSZM56JYG4RYBNJX1MA/-IMG_4760.jpg emp-urban https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582825168453-A36SKOC2FPYF0A2S7S8Y/-IMG_4652.jpg emp-urban https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582825163637-R44NVX4VHQBPO9PCS4L6/-IMG_4654.jpg emp-urban http://www.sassafras55.nyc/emp-sustainable daily 0.75 2020-04-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441830272222-ATDJVEO2WXZWALKXMZF6/emp_siteplan.jpeg emp-sustainable Site plan illustrating the three spaces linked through the use of materials, form and plantings. East Midtown Plaza https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441830285717-9JL020SRHTT7XRRMWXF8/emp_plazaview.jpeg emp-sustainable Artists rendering of the play area and main plaza with the garden in the background. East Midtown Plaza https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1588070632764-T6Z5G60A24UNZK7LW5NL/IMG_3132.jpg emp-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582825135708-G2O7UITMRCCAZRQV01IB/-IMG_4749.jpg emp-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582825096668-Y01H9ELPM3HGB9P876O0/%3FIMG_4747.jpg emp-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1588070658607-67G52C40JAZUXKNMZWL2/IMG_3108.jpg emp-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582825125482-R9F8V38OVAHPHBWOOWEW/-IMG_4751.jpg emp-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582825102719-Z1BV4EVFAAGLK0NFPJ0P/-IMG_4768.jpg emp-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1588070685293-JAJKK87KO7GIBQJZS59T/IMG_3236.jpg emp-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582825113461-7TSZM56JYG4RYBNJX1MA/-IMG_4760.jpg emp-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582825168453-A36SKOC2FPYF0A2S7S8Y/-IMG_4652.jpg emp-sustainable https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582825163637-R44NVX4VHQBPO9PCS4L6/-IMG_4654.jpg emp-sustainable http://www.sassafras55.nyc/central-park-parks daily 0.75 2015-10-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442146912278-NYOKH27LCNUKKWFWLP06/aerialwholepark.jpeg central park-parks Aerial view of Central Park, c. 2012 Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147008739-RYQG00UNCVTMP926G9HT/pw_20.jpeg central park-parks Existing Circulation Plan: this plan is an example of the Park Inventory of existing conditions. More than 10 Parkwide systems were studied. Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147025807-NYZ4HP1B6OXQZOX2OJ8U/cavebefore.jpeg central park-parks The Cave: before restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147034399-WOZ4UEU7TLEXUAC1HWO6/caveafter.jpeg central park-parks The Cave: after restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1440524362601-23QS9MYBO1OV9EEYGE2B/Bethesda+Fountain+before.jpg central park-parks Bethesda Terrace: before restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147100991-Z71BZI0A8MMFYB0UJJOS/bethftnafter.jpeg central park-parks Bethesda Terrace: after restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147051239-LKRFABADWA3JK9X6SDSF/ravinebefore.jpeg central park-parks Ravine Waterfall: before restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147063873-4DOAX4JSKT2KT5QXHSLR/ravineaft.jpeg central park-parks Ravine Waterfall: after restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147117991-2412GUE16JR3HS9HYIZA/sheepbefore.jpeg central park-parks Sheep Meadow: before restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147126135-OKDBXPQ9IP4O7HA0ALZM/sheepafter.jpeg central park-parks Sheep Meadow: after restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147196958-DNTR1JBCKB0RGRV3OXSN/meerafter.jpeg central park-parks 110th Street Boathouse: before restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147208768-4VWNIKR2H27HAMDD3NAH/meerafter_1.jpeg central park-parks 110th Street Boathouse, now the Dana Center: after restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147246214-42Y5AHNB7HY1MU15OBQN/aerialbefore.jpeg central park-parks Southwest Corner including the Sheep Meadow and Heckscher Ballfields: before restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147259964-SL6Y0U3EFDZMJON8XKNZ/aerialafter.jpeg central park-parks Southwest Corner, including the Sheep Meadow and Heckscher Ballfields: after restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147283429-7P5Z0QW5HGOJTFHGN9AU/w72bef.jpeg central park-parks West Side Park perimeter: before restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147294147-QSNHUDRJBQBUYZ2220P8/w72aft.jpeg central park-parks West Side Park perimeter: after restoration Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147365214-A6JDA9KV1MKZK3DE7GCJ/circ_sys_wdlnd_edge.jpeg central park-parks The various elements of the Park's circulation system -- pedestrian paths, bridle trail, transverse roads and vehicular drives -- are grade-separated to prevent interruption of flow between the different modes. Of particular note are the transverse roads which completely separate cross-town traffic from Park use -- even more important today than it was 150 years ago. Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147377216-M4GTAGA3XEV4LEIPURFS/cp+woodlandedge.jpeg central park-parks Between woodland and meadow areas, there should be a more natural transition that includes herbaceous plants and understory trees and shrubs. Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442147384335-KA5ZL9PFGNHIQPTYYEP4/jh_v_25.jpeg central park-parks Southwest Corner: this drawing illustrates the web of "desire lines" into the Park made by Park visitors. The plan recommends a better defined entrance from Columbus Circle and redesigned path alignments that provide clear connections to interior Park destinations. Central Park Management & Restoration Plan https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1440525141967-DFLQKQTJGTZ1RY5ZABDE/cp+water+edge.jpg central park-parks Softening the edges of the Park's water bodies to create a more natural appearance yet maintain their stability was a major park goal. This illustration shows one way of accomplishing this task. Central Park Management & Restoration Plan http://www.sassafras55.nyc/nj-capital-state-park-parks daily 0.75 2015-10-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441636573492-PFILNQPXUTFJM01U3JQJ/150906+Trenton_Birds+Eye.jpg NJ Capital State Park - parks The State Capitol of NJ once presided over the Delaware River and its canals. A highway built in the 1960s eliminated this connection; eventually the lawns were replaced with an asphalt parking lot. This project re-establishes the prominence of this 'other side' of the building and reinforces its connection to other important Trenton institutions. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441625279988-JV48QYY1DR50C7IZRFZ9/150813+existingaerial.jpg NJ Capital State Park - parks Aerial photo of existing conditions. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586866746-OVBDPQZ2SWRVKVQZ5IUF/150906+zoomed_out_plan.jpg NJ Capital State Park - parks Park plan within larger context of the government complex. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586865133-IIR8MXCMZU8NEYJXMV5S/150906+Pettys+Run+Site+Plan.jpg NJ Capital State Park - parks Plan by Hunter Research of the archeological findings that will be incorporated into the larger park. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586864507-8P8BDI32MH74HYZW9D6Y/150906+fullbleedplan.jpg NJ Capital State Park - parks The plan proposes spaces for large gatherings and more intimate daily use. A water runnel bordered by a continuous boardwalk path will begin in the archeological park, collect stormwater, and direct it to the retention basin in the southeast portion of the site. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586864819-EZOUNKMIU867LEBXR846/150906+lighting_layout.jpg NJ Capital State Park - parks The lighting plan by L'Observatoire International reinforces the different pedestrian paths and creates a unique nighttime experience. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586865897-GZNGB4WXWL157OYIJH0S/150906+plantingsystemtrees.jpg NJ Capital State Park - parks New Jersey has been a center of the nursery trade for many years. It is well-known for its woody plant material, particularly its trees. The plan uses rows of trees native to NJ, similar to the rows of trees in nurseries, to create spaces for shaded seating. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586865494-VOBJ8E69OD0O8R85WOWG/150906+plantingsystemmound-1.jpg NJ Capital State Park - parks Within the shady bosk of the native trees are mounds and depressions filled with NJ native plants. The depressions collect stormwater, which is piped to the large stormwater retention basin occupying the southeast side of the site. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586865324-P16M36OP1C2V8AE24X59/150906+perspectivepbagjk.jpg NJ Capital State Park - parks Perspective drawing showing the water runnel and the bosk area. NJ Capital State Park https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441586866526-8D3P4S2DDRG24GUYY4RG/150906+Trenton_View_To_SHouse.jpg NJ Capital State Park - parks View from the Memorial Building southeast of the site to the Capitol Building NJ Capital State Park http://www.sassafras55.nyc/mii-amo-gardens daily 0.75 2015-10-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441568941887-JY9ERVR702G3R44J2RPQ/150906+planting-concept-1.jpg mii amo-gardens Various plant communities provide seasonal interest and create a sense of place for each key area of the spa. Mii Amo Spa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441568957777-ESILZ0OSXQ3I6A4QMO3X/150906+cartpath-view1.jpg mii amo-gardens A perspective view of a cart path through the terraced spa villas illustrates a hierarchy of spaces. Mii Amo Spa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441568967688-2OS75BWRVGTE1LPORJGF/150906+cartpath-view2.jpg mii amo-gardens The cart path changes character as it passes through a different setting. Mii Amo Spa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441571037709-GQ79Z84Q0QZFZ4D27EEC/150906+condopath-view2.jpg mii amo-gardens A perspective view of the residential corridor shows the rainwater feature, water runnel, and stepped garden. Mii Amo Spa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441571037421-NYILYJLBNW0Q1PO9AGFV/150906+condopath-view1.jpg mii amo-gardens A perspective view of the residential corridor on the edge of the central garden and landscape. Mii Amo Spa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441569681725-GEEPL4RSS6PO7FOBO8JK/150906+cartpath-section.jpg mii amo-gardens A section through one of the terrace levels shows a cart path and a courtyard with rainwater features and various landscape types, including a green roof. Mii Amo Spa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441569463170-N6G30Z1IBZJ4UPWJIAO2/150906+rainterrace-EWsection.jpg mii amo-gardens An east-west site section illustrates the series of rain gardens and collecting pond at the base of the slope. Mii Amo Spa https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1441569472742-GY4ZUL743INDYV8YQ8N7/150906+rainterrace-NSsection.jpg mii amo-gardens The north-south section shows a series of rain gardens and collecting pond. Mii Amo Spa http://www.sassafras55.nyc/bpc-gardens daily 0.75 2015-10-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149132700-FLY9ZTQDIMI7GNYMKU40/P1050458-rev.jpg bpc-gardens Second floor terrace view of planters. One River Terrace, Battery Park City, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149104405-CHCKEWI52UTFJWOIUOLB/P1050457-rev.jpg bpc-gardens View illustrating a seating area with tables and chairs. One River Terrace, Battery Park City, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1442149151043-KUP03E4X7L3AOZJMZI68/P1050460-rev.jpg bpc-gardens The low curb contains the extra soil depth needed for ground covers. One River Terrace, Battery Park City, NYC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1439395418665-UZL3QA1XO96OMPL9V9F4/P1050459.JPG bpc-gardens The combination of low plantings and taller planters that contain small trees and shrubs create a varied landscape in difficult conditions. One River Terrace, Battery Park City, NYC http://www.sassafras55.nyc/olana-1 daily 0.75 2017-01-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485430896962-CDFN4Z4M38YQOJGMJXPJ/scm20+%284%29.jpeg Olana Summer House - vision In the view from the main house, the upper seating area is tucked into the downside of the hill where it is invisible, and the mast of the lower seating is barely visible above the trees. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485367981379-DSJ9NKCRZMF6O033YOM7/diagram.jpeg Olana Summer House - vision This diagram illustrates the design conceptualization. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485430856462-A00MPVC9HM0WZ07GQQJI/plan.jpeg Olana Summer House - vision The concept of circulation as the reason for the existence of the summerhouse is most clearly illustrated in the plan drawing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485367983328-RSGPBZBRKMSDIE20SBYX/view1.jpeg Olana Summer House - vision From the upper seating area, one glimpses the colorful canvas of the lower seating area. It draws the visitor to the paths and to the experience of the woodland areas of the estate. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485367983736-4NLFTRMDIRNKS6I7CDNC/yellowtent.jpeg Olana Summer House - vision Likewise, from the lower area, one sees the upper seating circle and follows the paths out of the woods and into the light. http://www.sassafras55.nyc/ad-hoc-rooftop daily 0.75 2021-07-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1588170929512-KOX040TZGA9LEGC6D1DT/IMG_3081.jpeg Ad Hoc Rooftop Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1588170368249-KDIA6FQTFBEHCDUFZT86/IMG_3171.jpeg Ad Hoc Rooftop Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485349073722-311DM1JOLGE6SI2ONUSX/118_anise.jpeg Ad Hoc Rooftop Garden The summer meadow https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1588170422517-2XZO7EI1OKW3WTQFT1M1/IMG_3162.jpeg Ad Hoc Rooftop Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1588170484624-L45L9CRFP38P71KWV37T/IMG_3169.jpeg Ad Hoc Rooftop Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1588170398440-CB4PEE34Y0TLYZDN8HKE/IMG_3098.jpeg Ad Hoc Rooftop Garden https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485349124506-T8CHLS1JWJDEHHFY5OTK/118_milkweed.jpeg Ad Hoc Rooftop Garden Milkweed going to seed https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485349091432-2SPU5IKHBH8LCV6RKATO/118_cats.jpeg Ad Hoc Rooftop Garden Cats enjoying the birds and butterflies http://www.sassafras55.nyc/queens-plaza-dutch-kills-green daily 0.75 2020-04-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485351709521-XN4QZ4XA66WQSDVWEYWY/scm20.jpeg Queens Plaza / Dutch Kills Plaza - sustainable A bridge constructed of steel grate forms a path and seating area within the wetland. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485351710249-3Z3QZBN4EH470ZGZZGR9/scm20.jpeg Queens Plaza / Dutch Kills Plaza - sustainable The main path through the plaza is flanked by the wetland on the left and the mound on the right. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485351706780-PMMIK22K7PSZNT6T5CYF/scm20.jpeg Queens Plaza / Dutch Kills Plaza - sustainable Marpillero Pollack, architects for the project, created benches using concrete units designed by Michael Singer to create seating areas throughout the Queens Plaza and the Dutch Kills Green. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485351705319-OVXLMDJ0IXKMKN4BJ66H/dutchkillsgreen.jpeg Queens Plaza / Dutch Kills Plaza - sustainable Concrete rubble from demolished sidewalks was re-used to create "No Go" zones sited to encourage pedestrians to use designated crosswalks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485351704299-T7PEG4GEYNBXGU5LL98J/scm20.jpeg Queens Plaza / Dutch Kills Plaza - sustainable Benches were surrounded with artist-designed paving to create special zones. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485351705867-A21SLNM9NQFXMAGVT15A/scm20.jpeg Queens Plaza / Dutch Kills Plaza - sustainable Seating area located atop the mound. http://www.sassafras55.nyc/queens-plaza-dutch-kills-green-urban-plazas daily 0.75 2020-04-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485355851292-DSSQB48JV36RLM4YQK6Z/scm20.jpeg Queens Plaza / Dutch Kills Green - urban plazas A bridge constructed of steel grate forms a path and seating area within the wetland. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485355851292-ARHOONZUWNLUOM8WQ8MY/scm20.jpeg Queens Plaza / Dutch Kills Green - urban plazas The main path through the plaza is flanked by the wetland on the left and the mound on the right. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485355848287-BZFBE0AAZSKYJBD7HVHS/scm20.jpeg Queens Plaza / Dutch Kills Green - urban plazas Marpillero Pollack, architects for the project, created benches using concrete units designed by Michael Singer to create seating areas throughout the Queens Plaza and the Dutch Kills Green. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485355846700-U8NAQ44RLMSBKS1WRZSF/dutchkillsgreen.jpeg Queens Plaza / Dutch Kills Green - urban plazas Concrete rubble from demolished sidewalks was re-used to create "No Go" zones sited to encourage pedestrians to use designated crosswalks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485355846082-RFZSFM1QM0549NSRUJ11/scm20.jpeg Queens Plaza / Dutch Kills Green - urban plazas Benches were surrounded with artist-designed paving to create special zones. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485355848246-JTBBDNG6JKLTOOHHAQNA/scm20.jpeg Queens Plaza / Dutch Kills Green - urban plazas Seating area located atop the mound. http://www.sassafras55.nyc/roberto daily 0.75 2020-04-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485365230397-2SY2CRALGY9XER5AHHMM/scm20_1.jpeg Roberto Clemente Plaza - sustainable At a major transit hub in the Bronx roadways were realigned and a floating paved island was joined to one side of the street creating an accessible, useable plaza. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485366134692-O1K4HG7E2RJEUW55XL20/scm20+%281%29.jpeg Roberto Clemente Plaza - sustainable In order to maintain maximum flexibility, a ribbon of planting encloses and creates a variety of spaces. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485365230324-OJIOB7F988DZP8UXHMG1/scm20_2.jpeg Roberto Clemente Plaza - sustainable This diagram illustrates the sustainable features of the plaza. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485365231355-H9LVO04O08ANZNACGQQA/scm20.jpeg Roberto Clemente Plaza - sustainable Native NY plant species comprise the majority of the plantings on the plaza. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485365231484-LE2MXXZLIVJ238T2IF06/scm20_3.jpeg Roberto Clemente Plaza - sustainable The planted ribbon serves multiple functions: stormwater collection, irrigation, and seating. http://www.sassafras55.nyc/roberto-clemente-plaza-urban-plazas daily 0.75 2020-04-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485370779567-43SHZUQS4AU0ATTB2ZPM/scm20_1.jpeg Roberto Clemente Plaza - urban plazas At a major transit hub in the Bronx roadways were realigned and a floating paved island was joined to one side of the street creating an accessible, useable plaza. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485370393542-KTUWTMFV8RTZZK5BVQ3H/scm20+%281%29.jpeg Roberto Clemente Plaza - urban plazas In order to maintain maximum flexibility, a ribbon of planting encloses and creates a variety of spaces. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485370780783-H2ZY9SHBH3L72JELBGY0/scm20.jpeg Roberto Clemente Plaza - urban plazas Native NY plant species comprise the majority of the plantings on the plaza. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485370779450-Q4CD01CK9A220TIY4UR8/scm20_2.jpeg Roberto Clemente Plaza - urban plazas This diagram illustrates the sustainable features of the plaza. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485370780785-EWU31KHMQD5JO7Z6YNF5/scm20_3.jpeg Roberto Clemente Plaza - urban plazas The planted ribbon serves multiple functions: stormwater collection, irrigation, and seating. http://www.sassafras55.nyc/sbu-sustainable daily 0.75 2021-07-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1588275661994-8CPNIZVU5XWJ5NNTVL6X/IMG_2031.jpg Innovation and Discovery Center, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY New Page https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1588275638892-PGZ2EO5QTP6NQLXY9W9N/IMG_2034.jpg Innovation and Discovery Center, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY New Page https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1588275677709-4MJ6QV71X2BW6JQ69X01/IMG_2030.jpg Innovation and Discovery Center, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY New Page https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1588275561960-Y1QGODTWFWICYXRRXCRL/IMG_1011.jpg Innovation and Discovery Center, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY New Page https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1588275516285-084UBY5ET4LP2M77PZDZ/IMG_1017.jpg Innovation and Discovery Center, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY New Page http://www.sassafras55.nyc/queens-borough-municipal-parking-field daily 0.75 2020-04-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485434290189-6WRVLQY8CUPR2L0EJJR9/plan2.jpeg Queens Borough Municipal Parking Field https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1485434597110-QWINW08N46CT3JD2OBH9/plant2.jpeg Queens Borough Municipal Parking Field https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582659944103-C9FD8VFITCKQJRESJCOY/Qb+MG_8892+%281%29.jpg Queens Borough Municipal Parking Field https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582670293847-WVHU5PGS3LL66VG3NBUF/DSC_0152.jpg Queens Borough Municipal Parking Field https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582670281360-E7POPGR6EW2X2YPKGSOA/DSC_0153.jpg Queens Borough Municipal Parking Field https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582670311874-OGUZ90TIF3RC4M51B9M9/qb.IMG_3101.jpg Queens Borough Municipal Parking Field https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582670322585-2VT1H9FT2N3JA2ISB9PU/IMG_2943.jpg Queens Borough Municipal Parking Field https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582670342038-EA6BJUKKB5K0VUNDXRVK/DSC_0028.jpg Queens Borough Municipal Parking Field https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1582670363055-MIAY2LOSK5EMA79I37X9/DSCN9297.jpg Queens Borough Municipal Parking Field http://www.sassafras55.nyc/village-garden-gardens daily 0.75 2022-04-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587818667754-AU5AJPX5HHNYDWP5DH8N/IMG_7081.jpeg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1597249583096-7LTC2LD9AP34Y72VEJS3/IMG_2265.jpeg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587816332997-KEADK55RPF94PAYW71FB/DSC_1103.jpeg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587816155922-8J6TW6NWWYGA8WUUNOFX/IMG_3960.jpeg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587840325282-AMG452WUMEJ7R5A81A5L/IMG_7766.jpg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587842084222-B8IJ2TT36C29HXUBPSHF/IMG_4842.jpg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587842041574-S8MRT5CEMNANJ5H3QUF2/DSCN7914.jpeg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587839726962-PPK55U58U7S9O2DQ586J/IMG_8313+%281%29.jpg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587842613701-I676DR1Q4EC8FYAC2X8N/IMG_7210+%281%29.jpg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587839676579-ZROSOO26TO6OWWBMWWYA/DSC_1178.jpg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587818103238-7CVVN2L77OLTHDGAHEQ8/IMG_8969.jpeg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1649517594399-UL177WUWOUZDGM67KHZY/sassafras.winterIMG_5506.jpeg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587815982169-4994EUH1WKBV4BEA61P8/droughtysummer.DSC_0376.jpeg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1587840309920-R3YONGE4UOGGCOB0PO6A/IMG_2672.jpg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1649510798502-DK2MPT5OABCGOSRXUZGB/DSC_2386.jpeg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1649510823997-IQ7YOSNQANUI1KYJNC15/IMG_9060.jpeg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1649587228140-A3Z4JFTKZR0D0UMHZIU7/2016.DSC_0369.jpeg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1649587311982-4IK86XV4A6QQGXM2Y494/2016.DSC_0375.jpeg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1649587328421-1W5TM9F63F9W00S7M3IY/2016.DSC_0361.jpeg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1649610494330-13UX2SE93QLH38ZXWHJP/21may.rocks.down.IMG_6735.jpeg village garden-gardens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/557c61ace4b069fd29bcd452/1436458813844-QIJGONO2GZMX36NRXCUJ/DSC_0197.JPG village garden-gardens http://www.sassafras55.nyc/read-me-forte daily 0.75 2025-05-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51e6b9c9e4b050adffbe392c/1377616053602-SMX7MP0YBIW91I0BIW2R/MECO+%2820130827%29.jpg Read Me https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51e6b9c9e4b050adffbe392c/1377616058866-XDBA3BE26TPEK3SCRT9J/Screen+Shot+2013-08-27+at+11.06.39+AM.jpg Read Me