Field Operations

I’m honored to have been invited to chat on one of my favorite podcasts, Monocle's The Urbanist! The episode focuses on the #Utopianhours festival and features many leaders in city-making including Sarah Castle (IF_DO), Kotchakorn Voraakhom (Land Process), Nicolas Détrie (YesWeCamp), Jaanus Juss (Telliskivi Creative City / Telliskivi Loomelinnak) and Luca Ballarini (Stratosferica). I had the opportunity to discuss what inspires our design process at Field Operations and the importance of great public spaces within our cities. Thanks to Ed Stocker for the interview and putting another great episode together! #fieldoperations #stratosferica #urbandesign #citymaking #landscapearchitecture

We had a great evening with our Emerging Leaders and Field Operations Isabel Castilla for our “Triumphs” themed session! From the iconic Highline, to the Miami Underline, and now the Toronto Bentway, it was pleasure to learn about Isabel’s career through such landmark projects. Thank you to our hosts at TYLin | Silman Structural Solutions for having us!?

On Friday, Field Operations celebrated the opening of Overlook Walk on Seattle's Waterfront with a ribbon cutting by Mayor Harrell and the City of Seattle. This milestone marks the near completion of Seattle's massive Waterfront Park transformation, one that began with a comprehensive framework plan that kicked off in 2010 with Field Operations as urban design lead.? ? Creating a new pedestrian destination and journey between the city and the waterfront in the footprint of the former Alaskan Way Viaduct, Overlook Walk effectively links the historic Pike Place Market with the Seattle Aquarium, Pier 62, Waterfront Park, and Elliott Bay. With expansive views of Elliott Bay, play areas, new public plazas, and lushly planted gardens, Overlook Walk is a new iconic landmark for Seattle.? ? Learn more about Overlook Walk and the transformation of the central waterfront: https://lnkd.in/e7gFxPb8 City of Seattle, Friends of Waterfront Park, Jacobs, LMN Architects, Land Morphology, The Miller Hull Partnership, LLP, WSP in the U.S., Magnusson Klemencic Associates, Dark Light Design, Studio Matthews, Valerie Segrest, IMEG formerly Rushing

We are thrilled to announce that Field Operations, in collaboration with Brook McIlroy, has been selected to design the next phase of Toronto’s Bentway. The new site, The Bentway Islands, will transform three large traffic islands, covering a total of 11,500 square meters beneath the Gardiner Expressway into a vibrant, iconic, and sustainable public space for Toronto.? ? “We are thrilled to have the opportunity to work with The Bentway, the City of Toronto, and the local community to reimagine this site beneath the Gardiner Expressway. Our goal is to create an iconic, vibrant and sustainable public space that embodies The Bentway’s vision. Partnering with Brook McIlroy, we are excited to combine our firms'?expertise in creating transformative, high-impact public spaces, bringing to life a truly extraordinary new space for Toronto," said Isabel Castilla, Associate Partner at Field Operations. Check out?the official announcement from?The Bentway Conservancy.? ? ?https://lnkd.in/eU4VFTQg

Thanks for such a great piece about Domino Square's opening and the role of public space along the Brooklyn waterfront, Diana Budds.

Get ready for an inspiring experience on the second day of Utopian Hours! It will be an afternoon filled with innovative independent collectives, trailblazing entrepreneurs, and the best of the international architecture scene. Don’t miss this golden opportunity to immerse yourself in the most critical urban issues (Kotchakorn Voraakhom, #Landprocess). From exploring temporary urban uses (Zala Velkavrh, Prostoro?) to celebrating the vitality of public spaces (Nicolas Détrie, YesWeCamp). Dive into discussions on leading-edge urban regeneration (Matt Grunbaum, Field Operations) with culture-led projects (Jaanus Juss, Telliskivi Creative City / Telliskivi Loomelinnak), and the power of nature-based solutions (Dirk van Peijpe, De Urbanisten). Mark your calendars for October 18th to 20th at the stunning Centrale, Lavazza. Secure your spot by clicking the link in the bio and grab your ticket before they’re all gone! Get your ticket on https://lnkd.in/eJE5fhHV #citiesareamentalweapons #utopianhours #stratosferica #manifestoforanewcitymaking #citymaking #cityimaging #turin #torino #placemaking #architecture #archilovers #architettura #sustainability #festival #biglietti #ottobre

IFLA Announces 2024 Sir Geoffrey Jellicoe Award Winner! The International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA) proudly announces James Corner as the 2024 recipient of the Sir Geoffrey Jellicoe Award. With a career spanning decades, Corner has redefined urban landscapes across the globe and has been instrumental in advancing new knowledge and critical approaches within the profession. As the founding partner of Field Operations, he is renowned for transformative projects like NYC's High Line and San Francisco’s Presidio Tunneltops. His firm has led groundbreaking projects not only in North America but also in Europe and Asia. Corner’s influence extends beyond design; he is among the most influential theorists and educators in contemporary landscape architecture. His work has not only shaped the profession but also engaged communities globally, leaving a lasting legacy. Join us as we celebrate his remarkable contributions to landscape architecture. This is an opportunity to honor his visionary work and dedication to advancing the profession and inspiring future generations of landscape architects. Click here for the full Press Release: https://lnkd.in/exMKPyr3 #IFLA2024 #LandscapeArchitecture #ifla #Türkiye2024 #leadership #SirGeoffreyJellicoeAward?

Join us for a tour of Domino Square along the Williamsburg waterfront! Thursday, 9/12 at 6:30pm 15 River St, Brooklyn 1 LACES CEU (Pending) Tour will be led by: Lisa Switkin, Partner at Field Operations Michael Lampariello, Director of Domino Park for Two Trees Management More info and sign up on our website: https://lnkd.in/eu2sZ3Mx SPACE IS LIMITED!

JUST ANNOUNCED: United Center Joint Venture, alongside city and community leaders, unveils 'The 1901 Project' - a transformative $7B private investment surrounding the iconic arena on Chicago's West Side! #TheProject1901Chi Spanning an estimated ten years, The 1901 Project is a long-term, multi-phased development that includes housing, retail, entertainment and public open space on 55+ acres of privately owned land surrounding the iconic United Center arena. The development is estimated to create approximately 63,000 construction jobs while offering extensive employment opportunities during the development phase. Upon completion, The 1901 Project will support around 12,000 permanent jobs, fostering long-term economic growth and stability for the community. For more details, visit The1901ProjectChicago.com

We're hiring!? Field Operations is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Marketing Coordinator to join our collaborative studio full-time in our New York office. The Marketing Coordinator’s primary responsibility is to support Field Operations bid and proposal efforts from start to finish with a keen graphic sensibility and customized written content. ? ? See full job description here: https://lnkd.in/eEiAj-86