Downtown Brooklyn Partnership Design Installation
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An annual series of bold and iconic urban installations at The Plaza at 300 Ashland.
About the Competiton
Our parks, plazas and streets provide essential infrastructure that connects communities, supports public health, and affirms our democratic values and ideals. Going forward we must continue to develop public spaces that meet our current challenges and inspire hope for the future. Each year, Downtown Brooklyn Partnership and Van Alen Institute collaborate annually with architects, designers, and artists to bring bold and iconic urban installations to The Plaza at 300 Ashland.
Projects
Ugly Beauties
On view March 8–May 2, 2024, Curry J. Hackett’s Ugly Beauties envisioned abundant urban futures that center Black communities.
COMMON GROUND
On view March 1–May 1, 2023, this interactive public pavilion encouraged moment of pause and play.
Drive-Thru
On view February 17–April 14, 2022, this reconfigurable outdoor theater featured videos and performances by Brooklyn artists, filmmakers, and cultural organizations.
Breathing Pavilion
On view March 16–May 11, 2021, Breathing Pavilion created a public space of reprieve during this time of intense hardship and loss.
Past Winners
