Seaport San Diego revitalizes a key section of the San Diego Bayfront for the next century of San Diego visitors and residents. The vision bolsters access, use, and enjoyment of the waterfront for all.
The revitalization of the bayfront is part of a larger vision for the future of San Diego that honors its connection to the water, while expanding access, mobility and sustainability. The development includes an observation tower, hotels, shops, and restaurants for a lively commercial anchor. This is in conjunction with upgraded commercial fishing facilities, an improved harbor, boat docking, public piers, aquaculture, and water transit – along with a leading-edge aquarium, learning center, and Blue Tech innovation center.
The entire development is linked by an abundant thread of recreational open space across 16 acres that includes expansive parks, plazas, and walking paths that seamlessly connect the urban environment with the natural beauty of San Diego Bay. The introduction of an urban beach and living shoreline will create dynamic, interactive landscapes that promote ecological awareness and community learning. The living shoreline is designed as a journey through San Diego’s coastal habitats and the ecotones found in the transitory space between these diverse communities. Comprised of natural materials and featuring constructed artificial wetlands and tide pools, the shoreline not only protects against erosion, but also provides new habitat for marine and plant life. Across the peninsula, an urban beach adds to the complement of public open spaces. An elevated walkway along the water’s edge offers a scenic overlook to the wide range of activities and ecological moments.
The design prioritizes accessibility and inclusivity, with widened walkways, public piers, and marinas providing ample opportunities for recreation and relaxation. By incorporating elements like nature play, bike paths, and volleyball courts, we aim to foster a sense of community and active living. The Seaport San Diego development is not just a project; it’s a legacy of sustainable urban design that will inspire and delight for generations to come.
”Tidepools are part of the living shoreline, providing ecological benefits and dynamic educational experiences along the promenade.
”Over one mile of waterfront access is being returned to the public. The working waterfront is now reimagined as a shared amenity for all. A wide variety of active and passive recreation spaces form the connective tissue that knits together the public realm.
