Interface Waterfront Park

Interface Waterfront Park is an innovative urban landscape design project that reimagines the Hangang River Park in Seoul, South Korea, through a comprehensive approach focusing on inclusivity, vertical programming, and day-night cycle integration. This ambitious 5.6-kilometer waterfront development introduces ten intersecting ramp connections that seamlessly unite landscape, people, and water, creating a more accessible and engaging public space. The design, which earned a Bronze A' Design Award in the Landscape Planning and Garden Design category, features nine connection bases that utilize sophisticated vertical elements to maximize space usage through elevated platforms, enabling multiple activities to occur simultaneously while using the river as a dramatic backdrop. The park is strategically divided into three primary zones encompassing six distinct themes, beginning from Yeouinaru Station with vibrant open spaces, transitioning through a natural ecological base at Saetgang River, and concluding with a serene forest walk near Dongjak Station. Notable design elements include separated cycling and pedestrian paths divided by bioswale strips, enhanced lighting systems, and clear wayfinding graphics that prioritize accessibility and safety. The project addresses critical urban challenges through thoughtful interventions that minimize impact on existing vegetation while introducing sustainable features such as innovative lighting solutions and inclusive design elements. The design's holistic approach considers various user needs, incorporating ramps and elevators to ensure universal accessibility, while creating multifunctional spaces that enhance the urban experience through carefully planned landscapes, lighting schemes, and recreational areas that activate the waterfront throughout different times of day.

Author: Adam Dawson

Keywords: waterfront development, urban landscape design, inclusive architecture, sustainable public space, pedestrian connectivity, riverfront regeneration

SOURCES:
https://competition.adesignaward.com/101878

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