A circular sanctuary on the Brooklyn waterfront that weaves luxury living into a resilient aquatic ecosystem.
Residential complex planned for Brooklyn, New York.
Featured in Bjarke Ingels's definitive monograph, BIG: Formgiving.
Visitor Guide
Visit the circular beach area to see the 'ECOncrete' oyster beds that are helping to clean the East River.
The end of North 3rd Street, looking west through the circular 'ring' towards the Manhattan skyline.
The waterfront park and beach are open to the public. Residential towers are private.
The project includes the first public beach in Brooklyn, designed to serve as a natural storm-surge barrier.
1-2 hours
Design & Structure
Utilized hydrodynamic modeling to shape the park's coastline for maximal wave attenuation and habitat growth.
ECOncrete for marine structures; local sand and salt-tolerant vegetation; high-performance glass for the towers.
The towers are shaped to minimize wind downdrafts into the public park, improving the microclimate for visitors.
See Together
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed River Ring (development)?+
River Ring (development) was designed by Bjarke Ingels.
Can I visit River Ring (development)?+
River Ring (development) is a real building in the world that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.