Inlet/ let-in – Reshape and Reveal the Coastline of Harlem River

By reshaping the coastline of Harlem River and turning Fordham Landing into an ecological complex, the project aims to create new public access to environmental education and recreation opportunities of the waterfront site. To reconstruct the wetland condition which happens at several spots across the river, we began with carving out inlets, creating different water current conditions to retain tidewater and soil that support a series of terraced saltwater and freshwater marshlands. Each of the inlets is then themed with various programs that aim to create a natural environment for learning and living while enhancing the overall ecological richness and diversity of the area.

We hope the strategy could be replicated along the river over the next hundred years, which would significantly increase the resilience of the city against flooding, hurricanes, and rising sea levels.

Partnered with Jiaming Gu