City of St. Petersburg officials formally approved a $5.2 million contract that will ultimately lead to the construction of the new St. Petersburg Pier. The team consisting of Rogers Partners, ASD, and WORKSHOP: Ken Smith Landscape Architect had the winning proposal for the second run of the St. Petersburg Pier competition that launched last summer. The competition sought a redesign of the pier, but also required the preservation of the structure's iconic inverted pyramid.
The approved $5.2 million will go toward the finalization of design details, demolition of the current Pier, and approach and initial contracting services. The City issued a press statement indicating that the design phase is scheduled to take five months and will include feedback from residents. The community will have additional opportunities to learn more about the redesign during the design refinement process.
The winning proposal, titled "The Pier Park", builds upon the Pier's eclectic history that dates back to the 1800s. The redesign will reconnect the pier to its city through the city's transportation and recreation systems, in addition to incorporating new transit options like the Looper Trolley and possibly a high-speed ferry. Multiple smaller and more flexible programs throughout the new structure will accommodate the interests of both locals and tourists.
Click here to see the full competition proposal (PDF).
Previously on Archinect:
"The Pier Park" wins New St. Petersburg Pier competition
Three teams left to compete for St. Petersburg Pier redesign
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The best of the 3 finalists, but MM's design was much better.
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