The project was recognised as best in the On the Boards: Commercial category and the honour was presented by Interior Design.
The Great Bridge: Path to Equilibrium creates an experience that is more accessible, safe, democratic, and enjoyable for all who visit the landmark. DXA studio’s version envisions a future that elevates people over automobiles and reclaims land entangled by roads and ramps for civic use in the form of parks, museums, local commerce, recreation and housing, as well as makes the bridge more accessible to adjacent communities.
In the design, the upper deck expansion becomes a planted promenade with lanes for tourists and commuters, while the lower deck features six traffic lanes reduced to two for trolleys and emergency vehicles, with the remainder dedicated to public use including bike lanes and planters.
DXA studio was also named a finalist in two additional categories; Building Façade for 215-225 West 28th Street, and Kitchen + Bath for Soho Development, 49 Greene Street.