A CAPTIVATING
L I T T L E I S L A N D
A dazzling structure seated on the edge of New York City, Little
Island delivers an escape and an immersive experience of art
and nature. In 2013, the Hudson River Park Trust leadership, in
partnership with media mogul Barry Diller set out to revive pier
54, recently damaged by Hurricane Sandy. Diller and wife
Diane von Furstenberg donated more than $260 million to
build this inventive and public space along the Hudson River.
The design was born from a collaboration with Heatherwick
Studio and landscape architecture firm MNLA. The structural
design was drawn from the remaining woodpiles from pier 54.
The landscape mimics a leaf floating on water. Little Island
offers sweeping lawns, winding pathways, and three stages
for live performances. Locals and visitors can now enjoy this
distinctive public space that is both captivating and inspiring.
BY SABRINA LEBA
V U E N J .C O M
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