NEW YORK | World Trade Center Memorial & Transit Hub - Page 136

OptimumPx · #**2701** Posted **Oct 12, 2013, 11:42 AM**

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Originally Posted by germancruiser

I too, am curious about the new Location for the Sphere- does anyone know where it is now? Does it come back to the Memorial. Since this is the Memorial Forum- I do not hestitate to ask that particular question - even if it bother´s some.

The current plan is to move it to Liberty Park, the new park just south of the Memorial Plaza on top of the vehicle security center.

http://archpaper.com/news/articles.asp?id=6247

mac78130 · #**2702** Posted **Oct 14, 2013, 4:04 AM**

Is that a glass mock up

nyc7 · #**2703** Posted **Oct 15, 2013, 1:08 AM**

yesterday

ArtDecoRevival · #**2704** Posted **Oct 16, 2013, 2:04 AM**

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Originally Posted by OptimumPx

The current plan is to move it to Liberty Park, the new park just south of the Memorial Plaza on top of the vehicle security center.

http://archpaper.com/news/articles.asp?id=6247

That almost looks like it could be part of the High Line.

drumz0rz · #**2705** Posted **Oct 16, 2013, 2:28 PM**

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Originally Posted by OptimumPx

http://archpaper.com/news/articles.asp?id=6247

I know that is just a concept rendering, but the plan is to keep the original south bridge over the west side highway correct? That seems to show a new bridge structure, but I can't imagine them demolishing that last remaining piece of the original WTC complex.

Enigmatism415 · #**2706** Posted **Oct 16, 2013, 6:27 PM**

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Originally Posted by drumz0rz

I know that is just a concept rendering, but the plan is to keep the original south bridge over the west side highway correct? That seems to show a new bridge structure, but I can't imagine them demolishing that last remaining piece of the original WTC complex.

Correct, the original bridge will be kept. Had they intended to build a new bridge, I honestly doubt that it would look as boxy as the rendering shows.

Ironically enough, the rebuilding of the World Trade Center has allowed this "last remaining piece" to be finally completed, as it was a bridge to nowhere in the original complex.

NYC GUY · #**2707** Posted **Oct 16, 2013, 7:19 PM**

I thought they we're demolishing the bridges? And when will we see trees around the ventilation buildings

You see what I mean where the ventilation buildings are now it looks like they're doing something to the West Highway are they putting trees in? And will 1WTC really have trees around it?

Roadcruiser1 · #**2708** Posted **Oct 19, 2013, 7:50 AM**

The Transportation Hub takes shape on 10/18/2013..

http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/or...0ffca4afe7.jpg

http://media-cache-ec0.pinimg.com/or...811b1a9741.jpg

Link to my Pininterest.........http://www.pinterest.com/roadcruiser1/boards/

drumz0rz · #**2709** Posted **Oct 21, 2013, 3:10 PM**

They're getting pretty close to the tower cranes. I'm curious to see how they progress next. Will they install the tips to the currently constructed wings first, or will they begin filling in the center of the structure? Will they have to move the cranes to the center?

uakoops · #**2710** Posted **Oct 21, 2013, 7:39 PM**

The arches will fit around the cranes (just barely). I don't think they will be putting in any rafters until the arches are complete.

drumz0rz · #**2711** Posted **Oct 21, 2013, 8:03 PM**

That makes sense. I know final completion is still pretty far off but I'm so excited that this hub is finally taking shape pretty close to the original design. It's going to be one of NY's architectural gems once it's complete.

The R train has an automated announcement indicating PATH connection, and has a recently completed hallway which has signs to the PATH terminal; it connects the Northbound and Southbound platforms under the railway, but the PATH connection is walled off. Is this not going to be ready until the final hub is opened? Did this previously connect the the temporary PATH station when it's original entrance was off Church Street? I just find it odd that they wouldn't disable the PATH connection announcement when that 'connection' currently requires to you exit on Church St and walk 1 block outside.

NYguy · #**2712** Posted **Oct 23, 2013, 6:01 PM**

http://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/201...since_911.html

WTC walkway to reopen Thursday for first time since 9/11

Steve Strunsky
October 23, 2013

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A walkway that linked the World Trade Center site to the old World Financial Center and the Hudson River waterfront will reopen on Thursday for the fist time since the walkway was damaged on 9/11, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced Tuesday.

The Port Authority said restoration of the "key pedestrian link will improve access for tens of thousands of daily travelers," many of whom use the New York Waterway Ferry Terminal at the financial center, across the Hudson River from Jersey City.

Known as the West Concourse, the underground walkway will let travelers cross the Lower Manhattan's broad and heavily traveled West Street unhindered by traffic or weather.

NYC GUY · #**2713** Posted **Oct 23, 2013, 10:23 PM**

The Brookfield Entrance is lit up and it really complements the 9/11 Memorial

Onn · #**2714** Posted **Oct 24, 2013, 5:47 PM**

The new glass pavilion creates a seamless pedestrian link between the World Trade Center site and the New York Waterway Ferry Terminal. It serves as Brookfield Place’s stunning new front door, welcoming workers, visitors and residents.

Brookfield Place is now connected to the WTC PATH station, completely underground!

https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?...4607352&type=1

Skyguy_7 · #**2715** Posted **Oct 24, 2013, 6:26 PM**

Great update. Incredible; the enormous presence of 1WTC from the Brookfield entrance

eleven=11 · #**2716** Posted **Oct 24, 2013, 7:35 PM**

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Originally Posted by Skyguy_7

Great update. Incredible; the enormous presence of 1WTC from the Brookfield entrance

about time , great pics.....

that logo/sign in the glass is stupid/tacky
needs to go asap
im sure it wont last long

meh_cd · #**2717** Posted **Oct 24, 2013, 9:12 PM**

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Originally Posted by eleven=11

that logo/sign in the glass is stupid/tacky
needs to go asap
im sure it wont last long

First thing I thought. You have a fantastic, glassy pavilion like this and you slap your uninspired logo right in the middle? Christ.

NYC GUY · #**2718** Posted **Oct 24, 2013, 10:44 PM**

It came out really nice.

KVNBKLYN · #**2719** Posted **Oct 25, 2013, 3:08 AM**

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Originally Posted by Onn

So, I don't get it. Can you access the PATH station from here yet or no? It looks like there's still a temporary partition blocking the way to PATH. And can you go up to the street or is this just a dead end for now?

KVNBKLYN · #**2720** Posted **Oct 25, 2013, 3:10 AM**

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Originally Posted by eleven=11

about time , great pics.....

that logo/sign in the glass is stupid/tacky
needs to go asap
im sure it wont last long

The stupid new rebranding of the WFC as Brookfield Place needs to go, IMHO. Brookfield Place sounds like a suburban cul-de-sac.