New York, New York, USA
The pair of 150-square-foot kiosks that serve as both installations and drink stalls for the Riverdeck in New York’s Seaport District add drama and fun to the urban environment and should be replicated throughout Manhattan.
Characterized by complementary curves that appear to fit together like puzzle pieces, patrons enjoy views of both the Brooklyn Bridge and East River.
During the design process, the project was initially conceived from a solid block that was split by a sinuous curve to achieve two volumes. One half, “Over,” provides shade while “Under” slopes downward to create a bench.
Both are topped with a green acrylic roof that filters the light and alludes to the Heineken beer the kiosks serve.
Standing at 10 feet tall, each piece is comprised of 800 aluminum cylinders covered in a powder coat finish.
The individual parts were bolted together to create an exterior shell that could stand on its own with an internal frame.
From inside, the effect is a bespoke lighting installation varying in multiple hues, shapes, and depths resulting from the angled curvature cut into the tubes’ ends.
Architects: Woods Bagot Pty Ltd.
Client: Howard Hughes Corporation
