New York Hall of Science
A mission to alleviate flooding at a beloved children's science center in Queens, New York.
Marvel worked on the NY Hall of Science (NYSCI) Capital Project Scope Development (CPSD) for Storm Recovery. The main goal of this Capital Project Scope Project was to perform an in-depth analysis of existing site and site infrastructure conditions to determine what are the contributing factors to flooding at the New York Hall of Science (NYHOS); and to develop a pre-schematic feasibility study that will explore and evaluate options for mitigating flooding and the effects of extreme storm events on-site.
The plan advocates for integrated landscape and green infrastructure strategies that not only protect the building against future 100-year floods but also reduce flood risk in the surrounding neighborhood. Moreover, it seeks to create spaces that facilitate educational opportunities and promote biodiversity.
One of the main goals of the project is to protect NYSCI from future storms using a holistic approach and as such, serve as a model for future resiliency work.
The study explored improvement solutions that are comprehensive while also supporting the DDC Project Excellence Principles.
A layered approach: A bioswale conveyance channel helps manage the neighborhood contributory flows and run-off from the parking lot. A planted berm serves as another line of defense, and can be integrated with pathways, fences, and landscape programs.
The bioswale gardens provide a welcoming landscape for visitors, staff, and community that integrates NYSCI’s resilience with its educational mission.
At the New York Hall of Science, stormwater conveyance and storage were primary concerns for the public spaces.
Strategies for diversion and detention: A series of bioswales and runnels intercept stormwater before they can flow towards the building. Pathways and key entrances are re-graded to re-direct stormwater towards the interior-basin detention systems.
A mission to alleviate flooding at a beloved children's science center in Queens, New York.
Marvel worked on the NY Hall of Science (NYSCI) Capital Project Scope Development (CPSD) for Storm Recovery. The main goal of this Capital Project Scope Project was to perform an in-depth analysis of existing site and site infrastructure conditions to determine what are the contributing factors to flooding at the New York Hall of Science (NYHOS); and to develop a pre-schematic feasibility study that will explore and evaluate options for mitigating flooding and the effects of extreme storm events on-site. The study explored improvement solutions that are holistic and comprehensive while supporting the DDC Project Excellence Principles.
Strategies for diversion and detention: A series of bioswales and runnels intercept stormwater before they can flow towards the building. Pathways and key entrances are re-graded to re-direct stormwater towards the interior-basin detention systems.
One of the main goals of the project is to protect NYSCI from future storms using a holistic approach and as such, serve as a model for future resiliency work.
The plan reflects feedback that favored park-like design that incorporates educational opportunities and programing within flood protection measures.
A layered approach: A bioswale conveyance channel helps manage the neighborhood contributory flows and run-off from the parking lot. A planted berm serves as another line of defense, and can be integrated with pathways, fences, and landscape programs.
The bioswale gardens provide a welcoming landscape for visitors, staff, and community that integrates NYSCI’s resilience with its educational mission.
New York Hall of Science
A mission to alleviate flooding at a beloved children's science center in Queens, New York.
Marvel worked on the NY Hall of Science (NYSCI) Capital Project Scope Development (CPSD) for Storm Recovery. The main goal of this Capital Project Scope Project was to perform an in-depth analysis of existing site and site infrastructure conditions to determine what are the contributing factors to flooding at the New York Hall of Science (NYHOS); and to develop a pre-schematic feasibility study that will explore and evaluate options for mitigating flooding and the effects of extreme storm events on-site.
The plan advocates for integrated landscape and green infrastructure strategies that not only protect the building against future 100-year floods but also reduce flood risk in the surrounding neighborhood. Moreover, it seeks to create spaces that facilitate educational opportunities and promote biodiversity.
One of the main goals of the project is to protect NYSCI from future storms using a holistic approach and as such, serve as a model for future resiliency work.
The study explored improvement solutions that are comprehensive while also supporting the DDC Project Excellence Principles.
A layered approach: A bioswale conveyance channel helps manage the neighborhood contributory flows and run-off from the parking lot. A planted berm serves as another line of defense, and can be integrated with pathways, fences, and landscape programs.
The bioswale gardens provide a welcoming landscape for visitors, staff, and community that integrates NYSCI’s resilience with its educational mission.
At the New York Hall of Science, stormwater conveyance and storage were primary concerns for the public spaces.
Strategies for diversion and detention: A series of bioswales and runnels intercept stormwater before they can flow towards the building. Pathways and key entrances are re-graded to re-direct stormwater towards the interior-basin detention systems.
A mission to alleviate flooding at a beloved children's science center in Queens, New York.
Marvel worked on the NY Hall of Science (NYSCI) Capital Project Scope Development (CPSD) for Storm Recovery. The main goal of this Capital Project Scope Project was to perform an in-depth analysis of existing site and site infrastructure conditions to determine what are the contributing factors to flooding at the New York Hall of Science (NYHOS); and to develop a pre-schematic feasibility study that will explore and evaluate options for mitigating flooding and the effects of extreme storm events on-site. The study explored improvement solutions that are holistic and comprehensive while supporting the DDC Project Excellence Principles.
Strategies for diversion and detention: A series of bioswales and runnels intercept stormwater before they can flow towards the building. Pathways and key entrances are re-graded to re-direct stormwater towards the interior-basin detention systems.
One of the main goals of the project is to protect NYSCI from future storms using a holistic approach and as such, serve as a model for future resiliency work.
The plan reflects feedback that favored park-like design that incorporates educational opportunities and programing within flood protection measures.
A layered approach: A bioswale conveyance channel helps manage the neighborhood contributory flows and run-off from the parking lot. A planted berm serves as another line of defense, and can be integrated with pathways, fences, and landscape programs.
The bioswale gardens provide a welcoming landscape for visitors, staff, and community that integrates NYSCI’s resilience with its educational mission.
New York Hall of Science
A mission to alleviate flooding at a beloved children's science center in Queens, New York.
Marvel worked on the NY Hall of Science (NYSCI) Capital Project Scope Development (CPSD) for Storm Recovery. The main goal of this Capital Project Scope Project was to perform an in-depth analysis of existing site and site infrastructure conditions to determine what are the contributing factors to flooding at the New York Hall of Science (NYHOS); and to develop a pre-schematic feasibility study that will explore and evaluate options for mitigating flooding and the effects of extreme storm events on-site.
The plan advocates for integrated landscape and green infrastructure strategies that not only protect the building against future 100-year floods but also reduce flood risk in the surrounding neighborhood. Moreover, it seeks to create spaces that facilitate educational opportunities and promote biodiversity.
One of the main goals of the project is to protect NYSCI from future storms using a holistic approach and as such, serve as a model for future resiliency work.
The study explored improvement solutions that are comprehensive while also supporting the DDC Project Excellence Principles.
A layered approach: A bioswale conveyance channel helps manage the neighborhood contributory flows and run-off from the parking lot. A planted berm serves as another line of defense, and can be integrated with pathways, fences, and landscape programs.
The bioswale gardens provide a welcoming landscape for visitors, staff, and community that integrates NYSCI’s resilience with its educational mission.
At the New York Hall of Science, stormwater conveyance and storage were primary concerns for the public spaces.
Strategies for diversion and detention: A series of bioswales and runnels intercept stormwater before they can flow towards the building. Pathways and key entrances are re-graded to re-direct stormwater towards the interior-basin detention systems.
A mission to alleviate flooding at a beloved children's science center in Queens, New York.
Marvel worked on the NY Hall of Science (NYSCI) Capital Project Scope Development (CPSD) for Storm Recovery. The main goal of this Capital Project Scope Project was to perform an in-depth analysis of existing site and site infrastructure conditions to determine what are the contributing factors to flooding at the New York Hall of Science (NYHOS); and to develop a pre-schematic feasibility study that will explore and evaluate options for mitigating flooding and the effects of extreme storm events on-site. The study explored improvement solutions that are holistic and comprehensive while supporting the DDC Project Excellence Principles.
Strategies for diversion and detention: A series of bioswales and runnels intercept stormwater before they can flow towards the building. Pathways and key entrances are re-graded to re-direct stormwater towards the interior-basin detention systems.
One of the main goals of the project is to protect NYSCI from future storms using a holistic approach and as such, serve as a model for future resiliency work.
The plan reflects feedback that favored park-like design that incorporates educational opportunities and programing within flood protection measures.
A layered approach: A bioswale conveyance channel helps manage the neighborhood contributory flows and run-off from the parking lot. A planted berm serves as another line of defense, and can be integrated with pathways, fences, and landscape programs.