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Over/Under Kiosks

The pair of 150-square-foot kiosks that serve as both installations and drink stalls for the Riverdeck in New York’s Seaport District. Characterized by complementary curves that appear to fit together like puzzle pieces, patrons enjoy views of both the Brooklyn Bridge and East River.

During the design process, the project was initially conceived from a solid block that was split by a sinuous curve to achieve two volumes. One half, “Over,” provides shade while “Under” slopes downward to create a bench. Both are topped with a green acrylic roof that filters the light and alludes to the Heineken beer the kiosks serves.

Project details

Standing at 10 feet tall, each piece is comprised of 800 aluminum cylinders covered in a powder-coat finish. The individual parts were bolted together to create the exterior shell that could stand on its own with an internal frame. From inside, the effect is a bespoke lighting installation varying in multiple hues, shapes, and depths resulting from the angled curvature cut into the tubes’ ends.

Location
New York, New York
Client
Howard Hughes Corporation
Size
150 square feet each; 14 square meters each
Status
Built
Completion Date
2018
Awards

2019 Architizier A + Awards, Special Mention in Cultural – Pavilions

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