DESIGN DISTRICT

the LIFELINE

EDGEWATERMIAMI BEACH

DOWNTOWN MIAMI

WYNWOOD

RAILA new Tri-Rail stop on the LIFELINE makes the site accessible to regional the airports and local communities. This connection brings new civic, professional, and commercial opportunities to the site.

FERRYAnchoring Wynwood’s connection to Miami Beach, the Spine’s western end lands at a new ferry terminal on the Edgewater Bayfront. This new connection allows for easy transportation for LIFELINE residents and daily visitors alike.

MICRO DISTRIBUTIONA urban scale distribution center capitalizes on the access to FECR heavy rail. Food and goods arrive on the freight rail to be distributed locally and/ or sold on site.

CLIMATE RESILIENCEA large bio-retention basin collects and treats floodwater while replenishing the local aquifer. Additionally, a network of bioswales and green roofs channels storm water into a series of cisterns for treatment and release into the aquifer.

LIVE WORK PLAYThese spaces include offices, artist studios and a variety of housing options, creating a dynamic 24-hour district. The close proximity of all these features allows users to enjoy the LIFELINE throughout the day and night.

THE OVERLINEA new elevated bike path connects many of Miami’s larger pedestrian networks in one single gesture. The path runs to downtown and connects to the free metro mover elevated rail network. It also connects greater Miami’s bike networks the M - Path and Underline. All these connections offer new mobility potentials for access to the LIFELINE.

THE SPINEA sloped path begins at street level on both the Wynwood and Edgewater sides of the site. These entries connect pedestrian traffic safely across the site by bypassing treacherous on grade rail crossings. This level of safety increases pedestrian use and foot traffic through the primary cultural corridor.

LOCAL CULTUREThe LIFELINE is directly adjacent to the Wynwood Art District. Additionally rehousing the Nader Art Museum Latin America on site as an anchor increases visitor site access and creates an epicenter for Latin America culture and arts. The culture of Miami is further experienced at the on site food hall where local cuisine is showcased.

ELEVATE MOBILITY

CONNECTING COMMUNITIES

KNITTING MIAMI’S URBAN FABRIC

THE LIFELINE’S SYSTEMS AND FEATURES

SUSTAIN HABITAT CELEBRATE CULTURE

THE SPINE 0202The LIFELINE capitalizes on the local cultural scene by creating a sinuous pathway that fosters pedestrian engagement with local arts and culture. The SPINE is lined with small retail spaces for artists and artisans to sell their work and engage the greater community. A large food hall and artisan market takes precedence on the Wynwood side. Visitors, residents, and daily workers can take advantage of the local food culture. Additionally, the SPINE functions as part of the greater site resiliency strategy. The slope is populated with on grade connected bioswales that collect runoff from the path, and adjacent roofs. These bioswales are routed into a retention chamber where the naturally filtered water is returned to the local aquifer.

THE STAGE & THE STATION 03 & 0603 & 06The topographic highpoint of the LIFELINE creates a lively urban plaza atop the rail station: the STAGE. This vibrant 24-hour space hosts a variety of events including farmers markets, food truck festivals, cultural events and more. Underneath connects the new Tri-Rail stop which connects the LIFELINE to regional destinations for commuters and visitors alike. Furthermore, it provides freight access to the distribution center adjacent to the rail. An elevated bike path connects to the nearest Metromover stop and by extension, all of downtown Miami.

NE - 1ST AVENUE (THE WOONERF) 0505Currently NE 1st Avenue terminates at the northern border of the site. This street is a pedestrian friendly corridor connecting the LIFELINE to the Design District through Midtown in the form of a WOONERF. This street connects the Northeast block of the site to the larger cultural programs through a shared public space. Curbless surfaces, ample vegetation and emphasis on pedestrian scale creates a safe and pleasant environment near many of the housing areas of the LIFELINE and fosters a walkable environment.

THE OASIS 0101A stormwater/floodwater retention pond and water feature is positioned at the entry point of the LIFELINE. The OASIS provides excess water storage during flood events such as king tides from the bay and heavy rainfall events. The basin is planted with native species that thrive in environments with fluctuating water levels creating habitat and helping foster biodiversity within the Greater Miami area. These plants filter the water as it returns to the local aquifer and helps mediate the new development’s impact on the local environment.

NADER ARTS MUSEUM OF LATIN AMERICA

THE STAGE FARMERS MARKET

THE OVERLINE RESIDENTIAL COURTYARD

FOOD HALL & MARKET

TRI RAIL PLATFORM

FREIGHT PLATFORM

MICRO DISTRIBUTION CENTER

PARKINGBIOSWALE

GREEN ROOF WATER FILTRATION

INTEGRATED WATER DETENTION

AQUIFER RECHARGE RETENTION POND

DETENTION BASINS & BIOSWALES SLOW DOWN SURGES

WATER SHED RIDGE LINE

ALL STORMWATER CHANNELS TO THE SPINE FOR TREATMENT & AQUIFER RECHARGE

TREATMENT TRAIN PREPARING STORMWATER FOR AQUIFER RECHARGE

2” SCHEDULE 40 STAINLESSSTEEL POWDER COATED PIPE

11 GAUGE PERFORATED STAINLESS STEEL POWDER COATED SHEET

STAINLESS STEEL POWDER COATED BASE PLATE W/ INTEGRATED LIGHTNING @ BASE

FRAMING W. INTEGRATED COOLING MISTERS & SOUND SYSTEM

STAINLESS STEEL ANCHORING BOLT

CONCRETE TOPPING SLAB

FEMA HURRICANE GRADE CONCRETE SLOPED FOOTING