Landslide
Marvels of Modernism: Manhattan Square Park
A pioneer in the field of Modern landscape architecture, Lawrence Halprin designed and executed the plans for Manhattan Square Park as part of downtown Rochester鈥檚 urban renewal during the early 1970s.
The amphitheater plaza, space-frame, berm garden, and promenade鈥攁ll elements of Halprin鈥檚 original plan鈥 remain intact today. The park has received renewed attention due to recent renovations of the play area and skating rink. However, if such improvements are carried out without a true understanding of the park鈥檚 significant design, they could threaten its most unique elements.