Domino Park Opens in New York, Designed by James Corner Field Operations
Domino Park, a new public park on the Williamsburg waterfront, opened weeks ago and is already heavily used by local communities including Orthodox Jews, Dominicans, Puerto Ricans, and African Americans. The 2.5-acre green space sits at the foot of the Williamsburg Bridge, surrounding the preserved Domino Sugar Factory, a 19th-century refinery that had been at risk of demolition for years. The park was created by James Corner Field Operations on the former industrial site. It features a sunbathing area, a playground, and Tacocina, a restaurant by Danny Meyer. The project was funded entirely by Two Trees Management, the mega-developers behind the adjacent luxury housing complexes, through a private-public agreement with the city. Domino Park is part of a wave of new parks designed to balance aggressive real estate development with public demand. The park is located at 15 River Street and is open from 6 am to 1 am.
Key facts
- Domino Park opened weeks ago on the Williamsburg waterfront in New York.
- The park is 2.5 acres and surrounds the preserved Domino Sugar Factory.
- The Domino Sugar Factory is a 19th-century refinery that was at risk of demolition.
- The park was designed by James Corner Field Operations.
- It includes a sunbathing area, a playground, and Tacocina restaurant by Danny Meyer.
- The project was funded entirely by Two Trees Management.
- The park was created through a private-public agreement with the city.
- Domino Park is part of a trend of new parks balancing real estate and public needs.
Entities
Artists
- James Corner
- Danny Meyer
- Francesca Magnani
Institutions
- James Corner Field Operations
- Two Trees Management
- Domino Sugar Factory
- Tacocina
- Artribune
Locations
- New York
- Williamsburg
- Williamsburg Bridge
- Domino Park
- 15 River Street