Bushwick Inlet Park is part of an ongoing effort to transform Brooklyn’s East River waterfront into a space for recreation and environmental restoration. Designed by Starr Whitehouse and Kiss + Cathcart Architects, the park features a promenade leading to the water, with various public spaces integrated into the landscape.
A new field house on Kent Avenue serves both park maintenance and community functions, incorporating a fully accessible green roof that slopes toward the ground, creating playgrounds, terraced lawns, and views of the Manhattan skyline. Sustainable infrastructure includes in-ground heating loops, photovoltaic electricity, and stormwater irrigation. A multi-purpose sports field provides year-round recreation while storing stormwater underground.
At the waterfront, a grass knoll and tree-shaded terrace overlook the river. The shoreline incorporates an offshore island, rocky edges, and marsh plantings, designed to support marine and bird life. A freshwater pool filters stormwater, offering food and shelter for migrating birds. The engineered shoreline sustained minimal damage during Hurricane Sandy, demonstrating the resilience of its design.