Description

“Canopy” stands for a strategy of spanning different areas and uses with a connective or sheltering roof. This modern landscape brings natural beauty to the Plaza without mimicking the pastoral landscape of Prospect Park.

Features

• green ‘canopies’ bridge over Flatbush Ave., which becomes the main vehicle route, freeing the west side of the Plaza for other uses
• paved surface closes gap between Park and Arch
• visitor center at subway entrance
• community and experimental gardens
• network of ramps and paths link all areas

Submitted by:

Anne-Sophie Coue, Chrystelle Sanaa, Stephane Mauget and Christian Matteau
Nantes, France