Hudson Yard, a new neighborhood constructed on the West Side of New York Man that is one of the largest real estate projects in the United States’ history. Hudson yard project, planned for more than 14 acres of land aimed to develop the rail yard into a commercial, residential, and office hub. Coordinated by the Related Companies and Oxford Properties, the project is a reference to itself regarding contemporary architecture, sustainability, and development.
Project overview
The idea for Hudson Yards can be traced back to 2002 when the plans were associated with New York City’s unsuccessful bid to host the Olympic Games in 2012. The first phase started in 2012, converting the area into a highly urbanized area in the process of its construction. This phase was home to significant buildings including 10 and 30 Hudson Yards with offices for Facebook L’Oréal and WarnerMedia among others.
Read also Hudson Yards, the Largest Urban Development Project in New York, Updates
The first part, fulfilled in 2019, also witnessed the emergence of such architectural marvels as The Vessel, a honeycomb based public installation and staircase, and The Shed, a performance-based cultural center. Buildings such as 15 and 35 Hudson Yards offered luxury apartments to thousands of people in New York.
Currently in its second stage, Hudson Yards plans additional change considering a massive expansion westward. In 2024, developers announced plans for a resort with a casino, collaborating with Wynn Resorts to bring the project to fruition. More specifically, $12 billion plan can be expected to be at the heart of the revitalization effort, already with a key building in the form of an 80-story tower that will house a gambling hall, an upscale hotel, and exclusive shopping.
Read also Hudson River rail tunnel project in New York, USA
Significance
Besides changing entertainment aspect of New York City the project guaranteed to bring impressive economical benefits into the bargain. If it passes, it brings 35,000 union construction jobs and 5,000 permanent jobs through it and has the potential to bring luxury travelers in the region.
But the development is not without some complications. There has been some confusion from the local stakeholders, the groups, and officers, especially about the impact on different areas around this social project such as High Line park. Its leading member, the company Related Companies, is still optimistic because the project itself brings considerable advantages, including the construction of a 5.6-acre park and affordable housing.
Another aspect of Hudson Yards also involves its progressive attitude to sustainability as well. They have given individual structures within the development LEED certification and incorporated smart energy systems, stormwater management systems, and a pneumatic waste collection system into the project. Also, such parts designed as the green areas, including the linear park extending through the district, can provide a relief from the density of the urban environment.
Hudson Yards now on the brink of the next developmental phase is perhaps one of the most representative instances of 21st-century urbanism, built around luxury residential and commercial build, including possibly the gaming and entertainment facilities in the future. This colossal project aims to further prolong the impact it has on Manhattan’s West Side into future years.
Project factsheet
Architect: Thomas Heatherwick and Diller Scofidio + Renfro.
Constructor: Oxford Properties.
Start date: 2012.
Completion date: 2019 for the first phase, with ongoing developments continuing into 2024 and beyond.
Construction cost: $25 billion.
Location: West Side of Manhattan, New York City.
Read also New York City launches construction of the largest dedicated offshore wind port in the USA
Also read Major milestone hit for second tallest skyscraper in Michigan, Hudson Site
