The BIG U: Resilient Design Transforming Manhattan’s Waterfront
The BIG U flood protection system, designed by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) in Manhattan, transforms 10 miles of vulnerable waterfront into a multi-functional urban infrastructure. Divided into three compartments, it integrates flood defenses with social infrastructure, offering parks, berms, and deployable walls that protect against storms while enhancing public spaces. Key features include the Lower …
