!melk landscape architecture / urban design

11/03/2018

We are stoked that !melk's Tyufeleva Roshcha Park has been named among "6 major architectural wonders in Moscow"!!! The park is located at the former Zil automotive factory site, as part of a major urban development. !melk's park is one of the pilot projects of the ZilArt development, and since it opened this Summer, it's already a crazy popular destination! Thanks to , thanks to

https://www.rbth.com/arts/328681-architectural-wonders-moscow-future

08/03/2018

Jerry was being interviewed by Architect Magazine today, the official magazine of the AIA(American Institute of Architects). Always a lot of fun to have a camera crew in our office!

08/01/2018

After winning the international design competition for the project, our local collaborator made this model of our Master Plan for one of the 2022 Asian Games locations, in Hangzhou, China! The "Grand Canal Asian Games Park" is approximately 40 hectares in size, and features a Table Tennis Arena, a Field Hockey Stadium (both designed by our collaborators Archi-Tectonics from New York), and a retail "village". After the games the site will permanently live on as a spectacular public park!

07/26/2018

The !melk-designed ZilArt Park in Moscow, a 10Ha (25acres) public space at the location where the famous Zil Automotive Factories were, has had its "soft-opening". Now accessible to the public, the park already proves to be a real draw for people! The design features "The Assembly Line", a mile long multifunctional park structure that consolidates most of the park program, such as pavilions, kiosks, furniture, lighting, pergolas, elevated walkways, a playground, and a lake (!). The official openings ceremony is scheduled for August. We're so excited with the result so far!

12/19/2017

Check out this special TEDX-Talk that Jerry gave at The Barn, about... The Barn!!! This amazing structure, located in West Sacramento, CA that was designed by !melk, has won numerous awards already! Here's the link:

“Downtowns are cool again” and Jerry van Eyck demonstrates how cities like West Sacramento are embracing building designs influenced by regional attributes t...

08/27/2017

!melk wins prestigious design competition for Su He Wan Park, in Shanghai!

A jury composed of Shanghai based architects, developers and city officials, preferred !melk's design over the two other finalists James Corner Field Operations (New York), and Grant Associates (Bath, Singapore).

!melk has envisioned a world-class and innovative public space along the Suzhou River (a.k.a. "the mother river") in downtown Shanghai where people can meet, work, relax, find inspiration, and rediscover the centuries old legacy of grandeur and vibrance of Shanghai.

What sets this park apart from any other park in the city, is the fact that Su He Wan Park at 13.6 acres in size is located on top of a significant subterranean shopping center. In addition to being a place for leisure and recreation, the park connects, orients, and draws visitors from around the city and the world to enjoy this waterfront public space. The unique symbiotic relationship with the shopping center and the park’s multi-level character will contribute to the iconicity of both.

The key feature of !melk’s design are the unique “Floating Forest” structures that rise above the park. In addition to announcing the presence of Su He Wan Park within the dynamic Shanghai skyline, the structures of the Floating Forest provide five core functions: 1) Restoring the ecology of the site; 2) Integrating an innovative water management system; 3) Offering vertical circulation and utility infrastructure; 4) Creating a unique observation tower experience; 5) Reinstating the identity of the indigenous Shanghai landscape that once had a skyline with tree-topped hills.

The project is scheduled for completion in 2020.

07/19/2017

Nice article on our now multi award winning "The Barn":

The Barn by !melk landscape architecture & urban design Redazione Platform Architecture&Design FEATURED, PROJECTS, PROJECTS 13/07/20170 Like Share PROJECT The Barn ARCHITECT !melk landscape architecture & urban design LOCATION West Sacramento, CA, USA YEAR 2016 PHOTO Chad Davies and !melk AUTHOR Cla...

07/13/2017

Some good press coverage of our 30th Street Station Plaza open house on Curbed:

Here’s what you missed at the public open house for the next civic space.

07/13/2017

Nice!!! The public open house for our 30th Street Station Plaza Design presentation was a big success! Great turnout, a positive response from the general public, and great feedback! On to the next stages of design refinement. For Philadelphia locals, go to phillydistrict30.com to fill out the survey - thanks!

07/12/2017

!melk's design concept for Philadelphia's 30th Street Station Plaza revealed to the public! An amazing milestone and a genuine honor for our !melk to be working on this project since 30th Street Station (Philadelphia's main train station) itself is one of the most iconic train stations in the US. The FXFowle/!melk/Arup team was commissioned directly by Amtrak. Read more here: http://www.philly.com/philly/business/real_estate/commercial/amtrak-zeroes-in-on-a-30th-st-station-plaza-as-district-plan-progresses-20170711.html?mobi=true

07/10/2017

Junior to Mid-Level Designer / Landscape Architect Wanted
3-5 years prior experience

!melk is hiring a Junior to Mid-Level Designer with a background in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, or Urban Design. Applicant must exhibit a strong design portfolio and must be proficient in the quick transition from design conceptualization into design development, and production.
Applicant must be willing to work on high-profile projects that require team leadership, nimble thinking, and the development of bespoke design concepts and detailing. Familiarity with Landscape Architectural and Architectural construction practices are a plus, and it will be necessary for the candidate to continue to develop these skills during his or her time at !melk.
Applicant must be highly motivated, willing to travel, and able to work effectively as part of a dynamic and multi-disciplinary design team.
It is required for the applicant to display proficiency in Rhino, CAD, and Adobe Creative Suite. Additional computer skills (eg. Grasshopper, Fusion 360, BIM, Revit, and rendering software) are also sought after but not required.

For instructions how to apply, go to: http://www.melk-nyc.com/contact/