Times Square Reconstruction, New York
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Times Square Reconstruction, New York

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On average, 330,000 people move through Times Square every day. Understanding the magnitude of these crowds and patterns of movement was fundamental to creating a new life for one of the most iconic public spaces in the world. The reconstruction radically carves out 2.5 acres of pedestrian-only space at Manhattan’s core, transforming a notoriously congested intersection into a world-class civic space. The project has reinvented the square as a contemporary stage for the spectacle of public life, reviving its place at the heart of New York City. The success of the interventions is measured not only by its new aesthetic but also by the long-term physical, psychological, and economic benefits on its local and global community. The design includes subtle changes within the public realm such as the elimination of curbs, removal of site clutter, introduction of sculpted granite benches, and new custom pavers made of pre-cast concrete with two different finishes. Harkening back to Times Square’s history of vibrant marquees and lively entertainment, they are embedded with nickel-sized steel discs that harvest the neon glow from the signs above and playfully scatter it across the paving surface...[+]


Cliente Client
NYC Department of Transportation 

Arquitectos Architects
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Superficie Floor area
21.367 m² 

Fotos Photos
Michael Grimm