PIER 62/63 SCHEMATIC DESIGN
1.4 PIER 62/63 SCHEMATIC DESIGN
The existing 1.7-acre Pier 62/63, which is in need of structural retrofitting, will be demolished
to make way for a new 1.5-acre Pier 62/63. The new pier will be reshaped and will contribute
1.5 acres to the largest contiguous public open space within the Core project Area. Pier 62/63
will be surrounded by water on its southern, western, and northern sides. Neighboring sites
include the future promenade and Overlook Walk to the east, the Seattle Aquarium to its south,
the Waterfront Landing condominiums to its northeast, and Bell Harbor Marina to its north. A
gangway and floating dock is proposed to connect to the southern edge of Pier 62/63 which will
support direct boat access, as well as serve as moorage for a future pool barge (refer to the
Pool BargeSchematic Design Report, January 2014).
PIER 62/63 LOOKING NORTH
PIER 62/63 FROM ALASKAN WAY VIADUCT
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PIER 62/63 LOOKING WEST
Schematic Design
Bell Harbor
PIER 62/63
Seattle
Aquarium
ALA
LEGEND
SK A
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NW
Waterfront
Landing
Condominiums
Pier 62/63
Core Project
ALASK AN
80 ft.
WAY VIAD
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AERIAL PHOTOGRAPH EXISTING PIER 62/63
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PIER 62/63 SCHEMATIC DESIGN
SITE PLAN
The proposed Pier 62/63 site will be a wide open pier with a slightly smaller footprint than the
existing pier. The northern edge of the new pier aligns with the existing northern edge, while
the southern edge is re-configured to align with the future Overlook Walk. The alignment of the
southern edges of Pier 62/63 with the Overlook walk is to draw a site line out to this very open
part of the Central Waterfront. The features of Pier 62/63 include:
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36,000 square feet of flexible open space adjacent to the promenade;
5,800 square feet of flexible open sapce on the western end of the pier;
Long stepped seating area along the pier’s southern and western edges; and
Canopy structure along the pier’s northern edge.
Gangway and Floating Dock
Details of the site grading, program, and architecture are discussed in the subsequent sections.
PRECEDENT Aerial view of Hudson River Park, New York City
PRECEDENT Seating steps at Race Street Pier, Philadephia
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PRECEDENT Aerial view of Race Street Pier, Philadephia
Schematic Design
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10
Bell Harbor
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LEGEND
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Overlook Walk
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Overlook Walk Gathering Sapce
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Habitat Retaining Wall
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Habitat Railing
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Flexible Space
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Seating Steps
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Get-Down / Stage
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Canopy Structure
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Gangway + Floating Dock
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Seattle
Aquarium
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2
Pool Barge
Waterfront
Landing
Condominiums
Pier 62/63 Project Area
Core Project
1
80 ft.
PIER 62/63 ILLUSTRATIVE SITE PLAN
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PIER 62/63 SCHEMATIC DESIGN
PIER GRADING & DRAINAGE
The surface deck of the proposed Pier 62/63 will tilt up gently from the promenade level (+16.3’)
(Note that the drawings in this schematic design report reflect this 5.3 feet height difference.
at a grade of 1.7% (no more than a typical sidewalk cross slope), to a high point of +21’. Along
However the technical drawing set reflects a previous version wherein the difference between
the southern edge of the pier the surface deck of a 15-foot wide walkway will gently tilt down
the high point and low point was 7 feet. The technical drawings will be updated in the next
from the promenade level towards the water at 1.2% to a low point of 15.7’. The opposing tilts
phase to reflect the desired 5.3’ height difference.)
creates a 5.3-foot differential at the western end of the pier allowing the introduction of southand west-facing seating steps built into the pier structure. At the western end of the pier these
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grade changes result in a drop of 5.3 feet between the high point and low point, which will be
mediated by seating steps, built into the pier structure. The upper surface will drain to surface
runnels and the lower surface will sheet flow to Elliott Bay with means to capture and treat
water if needed.
A’
+15.7’
+21.0’
1.7%
+16.3’
1.2%
MHHW +9.02’
MLLW -2.3’
40’ TO 100’
GET-DOWN / STAGE
135’
OPEN AREA
330’
SEATING STEPS / RAMP
580’
PIER 62/63 SOUTH SIDE
NORTH ELEVATION A-A’
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Schematic Design
15’
16’
21’
Bell Harbor
2 0’
17’
1.2%
19’
1.7%
18’
18’
17’
16’
TW +16.0’
BW + 16.0’
TW +30.0’
BW + 16.0’
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Retaining Wall
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Direction of Water Flow
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17’
16’
Contours
16’
20’
Seattle
Aquarium
Grade
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25 6’
2
1.7%
18’
19’
2 0’
21’
22’
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23
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LEGEND
Waterfront
Landing
Condominiums
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31’
Surface Runnel
32’
80 ft.
PIER 62/63 GRADING & DRAINAGE PLAN
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PIER 62/63 SCHEMATIC DESIGN
PIER 62/63 AERIAL VIEW 1
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Schematic Design
A
B’
B
A’
8’
+21.0’
+15.7’
MHHW +9.02’
20’
STAIRS
72’
SEATING STEPS
15’
RAMP
PIER 62/63 WEST ELEVATION B-B’
+21.0’
+18.0’
1.7%
1.2%
+15.7’
MHHW +9.02’
100’
GET-DOWN / STAGE
330’
SEATING STEPS / RAMP
PIER 62/63 SOUTH ELEVATION A-A’
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PIER 62/63 SCHEMATIC DESIGN
PIER 62/63 AERIAL VIEW 2
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Schematic Design
C’
C
+21.0’
+15.7’
MHHW +9.04’
NORTH ELEVATION C-C’ (CLOSE-UP)
+21.0’
+16.3’
+15.7’
MHHW +9.04’
MLLW -2.03’
45’
OPEN AREA
22’
OPEN AREA
204’
CANOPY STRUCTURE
100’
GET-DOWN / STAGE
400’
PIER 62/63 NORTH SIDE
NORTH ELEVATION C-C’
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AERIAL VIEW OF PIER 62/63 LOOKING NORTH
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Schematic Design
VIEW OF PIER 62/63 SEATING STEPS @ HIGH TIDE (MHHW +9.02’ NAVD88)
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PIER 62/63 SCHEMATIC DESIGN
PROGRAM: ON PIER
Pier 62/63 is a “blank canvas” allowing maximum flexibility, accommodating maximum weight
loads, with the ability to introduce large footprint rotational elements programmed through
the year. The piers’ peninsula-like quality lends itself to temporary, partial or full fencing off
for events. Below is a summary of the areas and their programmatic potential:
Promenade The promenade, 16 feet wide in this location, will serve as the entryway for
pedestrians and any maintenance or event vehicles into the pier. Because it is one of the
narrowest parts of the waterfront promenade, the eastern edge of Pier 62/63 is kept free from
Concerts
Viewing Water
Beach Volleyball
Roller Hockey
Festivals
Beer Garden
obstructions, to allow pedestrians to spill over into the pier.
Aquatic Habitat Interpretation The underwater area between the Aquarium and Pier 62/63
will be one of the aquatic habitat improvements areas being built as part of the Seawall Project.
Therefore the area between Pier 62/63 and Overlook Walk are envisioned as sites for education
and learning about the aquatic habitat beneath. Details of these elements are discussed in the
next section.
Central Flexible Floor The upper level of pier 62/63 will be kept relatively open and flat to
enable a wide variety of programs (i.e. roller skating, beer garden, movie screenings, concerts,
food trucks, etc.). See Appendix B for scale comparisons for various program types.
Get-Down/Grandstand A long edge of bleacher seating will flank the southern and western
edges of Pier 62/63, which will serve as a wonderful place to sit and watch the sunset, fireworks,
boats, etc. At the western end of the pier, which looks out onto the expansive Elliott Bay, a
larger space lends itself to small performances, fishing, informal play, etc.
Canopy A linear canopy structure is proposed for the north edge of the pier, which will have
several functions: 1) Covered ciculation & seating spine, 2) Flexible Covered space for “plug
and play” activities, utilities, lighting, storage, and program support, 3) Roof acts as viewing
platform to view the pier, pool barge, Elliott Bay, and the City. Further programmatic functions
of the canopy structure is discussed in the Architecture section.
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Roller Skating
Outdoor Learning
PIER 62/63 ON-PIER PROGRAMMING IDEAS
Movie Night
Schematic Design
ON-PIER PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES
PROMENADE 13,000 SF
1 P
- Strolling / Jogging
- Vehicle Access
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HABITAT VIEWING 13,000 SF
2 H
- Outdoor Learning
- Habitat Viewing
- Sitting
FLEXIBLE FLOOR 36,000 SF
C
3 CENTRAL
Bell Harbor
- Informal Play
- Mobile Vending
- “Playa Seattle”
- Performances / Concerts
- Ticketd / Access-controlled Events
- Street Hockey / Roller Skating
- Beach Volleyball
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3
5
/ GRANDSTAND 19,000 SF
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4 GET-DOWN
- Sitting / Sunning / Viewing the Bay /
- Fishing
- Small Gatherings
- Fireworks Celebrations
CANOPY 2,500 SF + NORTH EDGE 1,000 SF
5 C
- Art
- Play
- Plug + Play Programs:
- Equipment Rentals
- Information / Tickets
- Food + Drink
- Stage & Equipment
- Framework for lights, A/V, utility
- Viewing
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2
Seattle
Aquarium
KAN
ALAS
WAY
2
Waterfront
Landing
Condominiums
LEGEND
Program Areas
80 ft.
PIER 62/63 ON-PIER PROGRAM AREAS
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PIER 62/63 SCHEMATIC DESIGN
PROGRAM: OFF-PIER
The north, west, and southern edge of Pier 62/63 is an open water edge, flanked by a railing
along which visitors can lean and view the water and Elliott Bay beyond. Boat moorage along
the pier will likely occur on the southernside of the pier. The northern side of the pier faces Bell
Harbor Marina, is an unlikely location for boat moorage, as all existing boat traffic in and out of
the marina is already constrained by the 105-foot wide throat between Pier 62/63 & the marina
docks. The western edge of the pier is 138 feet long and could accommodate boats up to that
length, however it is the only unobstructed view across the Bay. Along the southern edge of the
pier, a boat launch - consisting of a gangway and floating dock held in place by mooring piles
Farm Boat Market
Tall Ships
Fishing
- is proposed. The gangway and mooring piles would also service the proposed pool barge (a
separate project).The pool barge will be seasonal and would be brought to another location in
the off-season, allowing the southern side of the boat launch to be used for other uses (tall
ships, seafood sales, etc.).
Swimming
Lounging
Outdoor Learning
Aquatic Habitat
Concerts
Kayaking
PIER 62/63 OFF-PIER PROGRAMMING IDEAS
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Schematic Design
OFF-PIER PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES
138’
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1
2
OPEN WATER EDGE 16,000 SF
- Fishing
- Docking Boats (i.e. Tall Ships)
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5’
AQUATIC HABITAT 12,000 SF
- Habitat Viewing (Habitat Bench / Seawall Face)
- Outdoor Education
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3’
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POOL BARGE (SEASONAL) 21,000 SF
- Open Air Swimming
- Children’s Pool
- Hot Tubs
- Changing facilities
- Private Events
- Concession
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4
Bell Harbor
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GANGWAY + BOAT LAUNCH 4,300 SF
- Kayaking (Guided tours / lessons)
- Maritime uses (Seafood Sales)
- Docking Boats (i.e. Tall Ships)
- Mooring Activity Barge
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2
Seattle
Aquarium
Waterfront
Landing
Condominiums
LEGEND
Program Areas
Pool Barge Program Area
80 ft.
PIER 62/63 OFF-PIER PROGRAM AREAS
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PIER 62/63 SCHEMATIC DESIGN
HABITAT WALL & INTERPRETATION
The underwater area between the Aquarium and Pier 62/63 will be one of the aquatic habitat
improvements areas being constructed as part of the Seawall Project. At low tide an aquatic
“bench” will be exposed, as well as the custom-made seawall texture, which clads the face
of the seawall, beneath the promenade. To celebrate these habitat enhancements features,
the railing immediately adjacent to the habitat area is proposed to be mounted with habitat
interpretation signage, as well as a seating area for gathering. Across the promenade, along
the retaining wall which follows the seam between Pine Street and the Overlook Walk, the
custom-made seawall texture will be mounted to the face of the retaining wall to make visible
what is happening beneath the promenade.
* Note the railing and interpretive signage is included in the Pier 62/63 project limit, but the
Retaining Wall w/ Tideline Habitat Wall is within the promenade project limit.
HABITAT INTERPRETIVE SIGNAGE
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14’
MAXIMUM
HEIGHT
RETAINING WALL W/ TIDELINE HABITAT WALL
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VIEW OF HABITAT RETAINING WALL & INTERPRETIVE SIGNAGE
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PIER 62/63 SCHEMATIC DESIGN
PAVING & FURNISHINGS
PAVING The upper and lower Pier 62/63 deck surfaces will be constructed of pre-cast concrete
panels, with a concrete topping layer into which the baseline patterns established as part of
the Main Corridor paving concept will be expressed. Concrete is a relatively low maintainence
non-slip surface. Maintenance of the pier surface will be especially important after large
events which may create excessive dirt and debris. A non-slip surface is important during
large storm events which can cause seawater spray, as well as “wet” off-pier uses such as
kayaking, swimming, and fishing.
FURNISHINGS The primary seating area will be the seating steps area along the southern
and western edges of Pier 62/63. The bleacher seating, as well as the free-standing benches,
will be made of wood, with detailing similar to that of the Promenade. A small cluster of
seating stools will line the interpretive habitat railing at the southeastern corner of the pier.
A fish cleaning table/sink is proposed for the northwestern corner of the pier, which will be
connected to potable water. Finally a railing similar to Union Street Pier will surround the pier.
Fish Cleaning Table in Ilwaco, WA
Fish Cleaning Table at Brooklyn Bridge Park, NY
FISH CLEANING TABLE
Inlays - Stone & Metal
Pier Surface - Grooved Concrete
Wood Seating Steps, Highline, NY
Race Street Pier, Philadelphia
PAVING
SEATING STEPS
RAILINGS
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Railings with Seating at East River Park, NYC
Schematic Design
Bell Harbor
LEGEND
Seating Steps
Benches
Swivel Stools
Fish Cleaning Table
New Pier Railing
Seattle
Aquarium
Sliding/Locking Gate
Guardrail
Waterfront
Landing
Condominiums
Gangway Railing
Pool Barge Railing
Monopiles
80 ft.
FURNISHINGS PLAN
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PIER 62/63 SCHEMATIC DESIGN
FURNISHINGS
24”
18”
24”
24”
4’-5”
38”
18”
18”
w/o Back
w/ Back
BENCHES
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16”
Typical Section
BLEACHER SEATING
Schematic Design
SIGNAGE
1’-5”
8’ O.C.
WOOD TOPRAIL
11”
30”
I-BEAM POSTS
16”
16”
3’-6”
STEEL TUBES
3’
2’
Typical Section
Section w/ Seating
+Signage
RAILING
2’
Elevation w/ Seating +
Signage
RAILING W/ SEATING + SIGNAGE
Typical Section
FISH CLEANING TABLE
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PIER 62/63 SCHEMATIC DESIGN
ARCHITECTURE
OVERVIEW The architecture on Pier 62/63 has evolved from Concept Design, which proposed two
distinct and separate kiosk structures on the pier, to a single, continuous structure along the north
side of the pier, presented in this Schematic Design report. The canopy structure will comprise
three separate and distinct elements: (1) the structural frame, (2) a continuous viewing platform,
and (3) the program enclosures.
STRUCTURE The open steel frame allows for views though the structure, and is comprised of a
12-foot long by 12-foot wide by 12-foot high structural module repeated over the entire length of
the structure. Layering of structural members is expressive of post & beam construction. The
light masts are steel pipe columns integrated with the structural frame, and occurring every 24
feet for the length of the structure.
VIEWING PLATFORM The upper level viewing platform will be accessed from stairs at the east
and west ends of the canopy structure, or from a vertical platform lift near the east end. The
PRECEDENT Ballard Library, Seattle
decking is composite wood, with the perimeter enclosed by a cable guardrail.
PRECEDENT Quai Jacques Cartier, Montreal
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PRECEDENT Parc de la Villette, Paris
PRECEDENT Flenderhaus, Vienna, Austria
Schematic Design
12’
Bell Harbor
216’
Seattle
Aquarium
Waterfront
Landing
Condominiums
LEGEND
Canopy Structure
80 ft.
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ARCHITECTURE PROGRAM
VIEWING
EQUIPMENT
RENTAL
LIBRARY/
READING
FOOD/DRINK
The enclosures (door/wall, roof) are designed as lightweight, transparent volumes inserted into
and articulated separately from the structural frame of the canopy. Utility connections available
NON-FOOD
VENDING
within the enclosures include water, sewer, electrical, and communications. Overhead bi-fold
INFO
doors allow for full transparency and connection between activities within the enclosures and
include:
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PLAY Swings or hammocks could be suspended from the structural frame.
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ART Gallery space for art.
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PLUG + PLAY PROGRAMS (similar to Main Corridor kiosk program)
ART INCUBATORS
PLUG
+ PLAY
PROGRAM
EQUIPPED
CORE
SHELL
the outdoor covered space created by the canopy. Program functions that may be accommodated
MUSIC
GREEN
HOUSE
PLAY
“CLIMATE
HABITAT CONTROL”
DISPLAYS
- Equipment Rentals (kayaks, fishing gear, inline skates, etc.)
- Information / Tickets
- Food + Drink vending requiring limited preparation)
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PLUG+PLAY PROGRAM
UTILITIES SUPPORT FOR CONCERTS Lights, A/V, etc. can be mounted to canopy structure
to support concerts and performances
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FOOD PREP
VIEWING Views of Elliott Bay, the City, and the pier itself.
WAYFINDING +
LIGHTING
OPERABLE WALLS
COUNTER SPACE
STORAGE/
DISPLAY
ENABLED
SHELL
PLUG + PLAY
MODULES
BAR
SEWAGE
WATER
POWER +
WIFI
Promenade Des Artistes, Montreal
FLEXIBLE PROGRAM USES
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ART DISPLAY
Flenderhaus, Vienna, Austria
PLUG+PLAY MODULES
PLAY
VENDING
Schematic Design
Staple Structure
Plug-in Program
Roof Access
Light Masts
MASSING DIAGRAMS
WEST ELEVATION
EAST ELEVATION
SOUTH ELEVATION
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Schematic Design
VIEW LOOKING NORTHWEST
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LIGHTING
The lighting for the Pier 62/63 will provide a rich nighttime environment for waterfront visitors,
Accent lighting is provided along the seating step risers, stairs, and long benches along the
while providing design continuity with the adjoining promenade and Alaskan Way and adjacent
southern and western pier edges. This lighting helps to provide clear definition of the grade
Overlook Walk. The lighting aims to provide: 1) wayfinding function, 2) accent lighting to
separation between the upper and lower portions of the pier at night.
delineate grade changes, and area lighting for large events.
Along the canopy structure will be a series of masts mounted with lighting which will provide
A continuous light along the underside of the perimeter railing will draw visitors in and around
illumination for the large flexible event space at night.
the entire pier. Along the southern ramp towards the western edge of the pier are a scattering
of in-grade marker fixtures, increasing in frequency from the beginning of the pier ramp to the
The project will utilize LED technology wherever possible to ensure safety and security of
east and reaching maximum frequency at the west end of the pier.
waterfront users, maximize energy conservation, and contribute to operational efficiency.
PAVING
ACCENT LIGHTING
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MAST LIGHTING
IN-GROUND LIGHTING
Schematic Design
3
Bell Harbor
7
2
4
ALAS
KAN
WAY
1
LEGEND
5
2
Stair Lighting
3
In-grade Luminous Dots
4
Canopy Mast Lighting
5
Street Lights
6
Retaining Wall Light
7
Pool Barge Lights
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Seattle
Aquarium
Waterfront
Landing
Condominiums
T.
Continuous Rail Lighting
OVERLOOK WALK
PINE S
1
80 ft.
PIER 62/63 LIGHTING PLAN
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