Earthwork has begun at 175 Third Street, the site of a 27-story mixed-use tower in the Gowanus Wharf development in Gowanus, Brooklyn. Designed by Bjarke Ingels Group and dencityworks and developed by Charney Companies and Tavros, the structure will yield more than 1,000 units, with 250 designated as affordable housing. The project will also include a 28,000-square-foot public waterfront esplanade designed by Field Operations. The property is located between 3rd Avenue and the Gowanus Canal.
A groundbreaking ceremony was held earlier this week and attended by leaders of the project team.
Groundbreaking ceremony at 175 Third Street in Gowanus, Brooklyn, featuring Charney Companies, Tavros, and BIG team. Photo by Charney Companies.
“175 Third Street is a remarkable milestone for our team,” said Sam Charney, principal at Charney Companies. “Years of remediation, infrastructure work, and public investment along the Gowanus Canal came before a single foundation was poured. BIG’s design shows what’s possible when world‑class architecture is shaped by the needs of the community around it, and 175 Third is proof of what patience and commitment can build.”
The development will feature a horseshoe-shaped massing that opens toward the canal and a new waterfront park. Further maximizing views and sunlight is a series of rooftop terraces and an internal stepped courtyard for residents. The ground floor will feature a mix of retail and dedicated artist space. Amenities at 175 Third Street will include an expansive LifeTime fitness center, spaces for socializing and entertaining, and a rooftop lounge and outdoor pool.
175 Third Street in Gowanus, Brooklyn. Rendering by bucharest.studio
175 Third Street in Gowanus, Brooklyn. Rendering by bucharest.studio
The waterfront esplanade is designed by Field Operations in collaboration with the NYC Department of Parks & Recreation, and will provide a protective buffer against flooding as well as incorporate public recreation courts, a dog run, a mounded lawn, fitness nooks, art sculptures, a variety of planting, and seating to the Gowanus Canal.
“175 Third Street Waterfront Park on the Gowanus Canal is intended to be a dynamic landscape that offers flexible programming, where active recreation, social gathering, and connection to nature come together,” said Karen Tamir, associate partner at Field Operations. “A versatile plaza, gently sloped lawn, multi-use sports court, and dog run provide spaces for play, movement, and everyday community life, while a generous native meadow offers a quieter, more immersive experience. Designed to adapt to both periods of inundation and drought, the meadow strengthens the park’s ecological resilience and reinforces its connection to the waterfront.”
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Is the northeast starting to resemble Hong Kong?
Is this a Hong Kong style building?
You’ve made this same statement about several buildings that have nothing in common, which suggests you only want people to know that you’ve been to Hong Kong.
Great to have more affordable apartments but can you list the square feet for these affordable apartments.
The ones I saw in Manhattan are 250 feet for 3780. Many are empty due to their price.
Not beautiful, but certainly it will become an impressive iconic landmark for the neighborhood.
David go visit one of these sites they are literally building 50 square foot bedrooms . Basically 8 by 8. Can only fit a bed that’s it.
At those dimensions, one would think an alcove would be more “fitting”.
250 affordable, for what affordable income bands, all types of incomes needs to be part of that development, and not more shoe box ones
Um, they started excavating, piling and pouring the foundation months ago.
The 40% AMI two-bedrooms at $1,069 will get a flood of applications. From the leasing side, the advice I’d give applicants is to have pay stubs, tax returns and household info matched up before you’re called. Mismatched income paperwork is where most people I’ve seen get stuck.
Over 1,000 units on one canal-side site is a big jump for a neighborhood that was mostly low-rise rentals over storefronts not long ago. I’m curious how the lease-up will be staged. Releasing that many units at once tends to push concessions across nearby buildings for a while.