BRIDGESIDE

 
Project Status:
Designed in 2002
Project Overview:
• 60-acre urban redevelopment concept plan
• Targeting at aging baby boomers
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BRIDGESIDE
Charleston, South Carolina
The Vision Plan for Bridgeside, located across the Cooper River from downtown Charleston, aims to transform the area from a car-oriented suburban-style development to an integrated pedestrian-oriented urban environment. The plan, led by TSW in collaboration with Elkus-Manfredi Architects, provides an important civic window to the river with a public riverfront plaza and marina. Totalling nearly 2 million square feet of built space, the plan includes a festive street market, performing arts and convention center, and two major hotels. The goal of the vision is to create a stimulating “town center” environment that appeals to aging baby boomers who seek a more sophisticated lifestyle with diverse retail and dining experiences and new recreational activities that suit a maturing population.

The foundation of the 60-acre development is good urban design, which includes a grid of human-scaled streets, sidewalk-oriented businesses, a diverse mix of uses, purposeful public spaces, and a neighborhood scale that is walkable. The plan emphasizes the importance of creating a sense of community and encouraging social interaction among residents and visitors. The mixed-use development will provide residents with everything they need within walking distance, reducing the need for vehicular transportation and promoting a more sustainable lifestyle.

In summary, The Vision Plan for Bridgeside, located across the Cooper River from downtown Charleston, aims to transform the area from a car-oriented suburban-style development to an integrated pedestrian-oriented urban environment. Led by TSW in collaboration with Elkus-Manfredi Architects, the plan provides an important civic window to the river with a public riverfront plaza and marina, including a festive street market, performing arts and convention center, and two major hotels. The goal of the vision is to create a stimulating “town center” environment that appeals to aging baby boomers who seek a more sophisticated lifestyle with diverse retail and dining experiences and new recreational activities that suit a maturing population.

BRIDGESIDE