South Cove was designed as a series of vertically layered spaces from which to explore the relationship between city and river’s edge.
Miss’ site-specific installation, the form of which references the crown of the Statue of Liberty, leads visitors up an arched stairway offering sweeping views of the harbor.
Entering the site from the north, The Esplanade wraps around through a grove of honey locusts at grade, while a second path gradually angles downward, leading to the water by way of a curved and wooden trellis-sheltered pier, which becomes partially submerged at high tide.
South Cove also featured some of the most beautiful outdoor spots to eat in Battery Park City.
