2024 Theses Master's

Beneath the Brooklyn Bridge: Cultivating and Connecting Communities through the Transformation of Residual Spaces

Acacio, Alyana

This capstone explores how residual spaces can contribute to park equity, community revitalization and equitable economic development to answer the main research question: What strategies can Brooklyn Bridge Manhattan implement to overcome challenges, engage the community and spur equitable economic growth through the redevelopment of residual spaces?

Using qualitative research to collect data and insights from a series of semi-structured interviews and observations, the capstone synthesizes findings and recommends strategies to help support Brooklyn Bridge Manhattan’s mission to execute a series of parks to promote community connection, curiosity and resilience.