The Bush Terminal Piers Park Comfort Station was commissioned by NYCEDC and the Parks Department as part of the early phases of a larger waterfront transformation in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The project helped establish a physical presence within what has since become an active public park along the Brooklyn waterfront.
The Turett Collaborative designed a 1,280-square-foot building to support park visitors, athletic programs, and maintenance staff. The structure drew from the site’s industrial surroundings, incorporating repurposed shipping containers as the primary building elements. These were arranged to create a straightforward and durable layout, with public restrooms alongside areas for staff use and storage.
A single roof spans the structure, forming a distinctive profile that brings natural light into the interior. Planted with low-maintenance sedums, the green roof helps manage rainwater while reflecting the site’s shift from industrial use to a more open, planted landscape.
The materials and overall approach were shaped by the demands of heavy public use and long-term durability, while maintaining a connection to the working waterfront context.
Today, the building supports a park that continues to grow, including athletic fields and quieter areas for walking and birdwatching, contributing to the ongoing transformation of the Brooklyn waterfront.