Roberto Clemente Plaza is located at the crossroads of four converging thoroughfares in the South Bronx. Known by many as “The Hub”, the plaza provides its community with a primary shopping and fashion district, and a vital passageway for tens of thousands of commuters daily. In redesigning the plaza, our team faced the challenge of creating a space that embraces the neighborhood’s thriving culture, while also providing commuters and residents with a green oasis of calm amidst the chaos.
Our design features an undulating, bench-lined, planted strip that accommodates commuter waiting and creates a flexible-use plaza centered on a fountain. The strip’s geometry makes diverse seating arrangements, including an area for café tables and gatherings. When idle, the fountain serves as a stage for performances. Paths through the strip give convenient shortcuts for commuters. The design of the Plaza creates a place of repose without interrupting the vibrant activity of the area.
The design of the Plaza incorporates a memorial, which will celebrate the humanitarian contributions of Roberto Clemente.
Client
NYC DDC Excellence Program
Status
Complete
Info
2018
Institutional
Bronx, NY