St. Pete Pier Proposal: Destination St. Pete Pier

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D E S T I N A T I O N S T . P E TE P I


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02 THE NEW ST PETE PIERTHE INVERTED PYRAMID

THE DESTINATION

PROGRAMMATIC ELEMENTS

SPA BEACH

THE PIER APPROAC H

THE PIER HEAD

THE WATERFALL

THE PYRAMID

ANCHOR TENANT OPTIONS

SITE PLAN

SITE C IRCULA TION

SITE TRANSPO RTATION

SERVICE ROUTES

01 VISION 03 CONNECT

CONTENTS

WATERFALLS

ENVIRONM ENTAL PERMITTING

LIFE SAFETY A ND C ODES

STRUCTURAL

HVAC AND ELECTRICA L

PLANT PALETTES

BUDGET AND SCHEDULE

04 TECHNICAL 0605 OPPORTUNITIESINTEGRATION INTO PA RK SYSTEM

ADDITIONAL PROGRAM ELEMENTS

PHOTOVOLTAICS


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VISIONTHE INVERTED

THE DESTINAT

PROGRAMMA


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he inverted pyramid is sealed in the memories of

any residents of this community, as they reflect

ack on wonderful times spent as a child, with a

mily member, or as a solitary explorer. It remains

oday as a powerful physical presence on our skyline.

ull away the multi-colored c ubes, the jumbled mix

f retail shops and upp er level planar gla ss panels,

nd the inverted pyramid is a b eautiful, pure form.

ur design turns it into a crystal, a diamond, a gem,

ith a reflective surface that will glisten and sparkle.

is more sustainable to re-use the structure rather

han disposing of it. Construction time and related

ssil fuels will be saved. Less new materials and

esources will be required to provide a significant

uilding via renovation than if we were building the

ructure new. We are able to provide the c ity more

menities and square footage for less money by

eeping the existing structure.

storical preservation is also a consideration. The

ructure is a unique representation of modern

rchitecture. It was designed by one of the Citys

reeminent architects, William Harvard, Sr. The

uildings unique historical characteristic lies in

s structural system and shape, both of which we

tend to highlight. Stripping awa y all aspec ts of the

uilding that were constructed in the 1980s or later

ill also help bring the building back to its original

rm.

ur Pier is a repurposed, reimagined, historic yet

ontemporary icon.

WHY RE-IMAGINE THE INVERTED PYRAMID?Pull away the multi-colored cubes, the retail shops and upper level planar glassinverted pyramid is a beautiful, pure for


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ur current downtown waterfront offers amazing

pportunities for both passive and active

xperiences but lately, as peop le approa ch the Pier,

he question most often in peoples minds is what

ill I do out there? We have answered that call

ith a multitude of ac tive, fun, recreational a ctivities

o comp lement existing experience s. A t the New St.

ete Pier, oppo rtunities will be spaced all along the

romenade, b eginning with the Spa Beach G rill. As

ou walk toward the Pier Head, you will encounter

new, unique St. Petersburg experience, every 60

econds.

ay on the beach, eat a hamburger, savor an ice

ream cone, drink a beverage, enjoy an intimate

nner, take in the view, or relax beneath the shade.

ent a paddleboard, climb a bouldering wall, play

olleyball, strike up a ping pong or chess game, lie

bove the water on the Grand Hammock, or catch

fish. The waterfront experienc e at the Pier will be

nforgettable and one that you will want to enjoy

ver and over again.

Whether you are a native or a tourist, part of a

mily or an individual, all should enjoy our beautiful

aterfront. It is our number one a ttraction a nd what

efines our unique City.

HE DESTINATION


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PIER APPROACH UPLANDSPIER HEAD

Mindful of the d esire to attrac t boand to keep them coming back

provide opportunities for each

eleme nt reque sted. Our design

from the place ment of these pr

a true reflection of form followin

and efficient, our design prov

routes for pedestrians, cyclists, a

in areas for visitors to gather, m

PROGRAMMATIC ELEMENTS

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BSERVATION AN D VIEWING

he new dimensions of the Pier Ap proa ch and

onfiguration of the Pier Head mean that impressive

ews of the water and downtown waterfront can be

ad from a nywhere on the Pier. For the most spec tacular

ews, the upper level of the pyramid offers a clear,

nobstructed 360-degree o bservation p latform. A new

of will shelter this Sky Deck and its outside seating

om sun and rain. The outer 30-foot band of the roof

ill create dappled shade and will be capable of

upporting translucent photovoltaic solar panels whichnstalled a s part of a future p roject, co uld significantly

duce fac ility operating c osts.

INING OPTIONS

hoices, choices, choices. The new Pier offers the

ommunity opportunities for a variety of dining options

nd for Restaurateurs, the infrastructure to launch a

ariety of unique dining conc epts.

t the Spa Beach Grill, we have designed the

frastructure for an open-air beachside grill to serve

e beach and the Pier Approach. It will be similar in

cale to the Pa radise Grille on Pa ss a G rille bea ch. The

esign is low in profile and will integrate seamlessly

to the park with the ground simply pulling upwards

provide shade and shelter. The roof will be grass

nd can serve as a walkable observation point. The

pa Beach Grill will be one of the only dining options

Tampa Bay located directly adjacent to the beach.

ositioned along the App roach, east of the north fishing

er, a small concession stand will provide refreshments

nd snacks. At the Pier Head, three d ining op tions are

rovided. The Sunset Ca f and the Ic e C ream Shop are

located on the Party Deck to take advantage of the

shade provided by the M ain Deck level. The third d ining

option at the Pier Head is located within the top level

Sky Deck of the inverted pyramid. Space is provided

for a new 3,500 square foot Sky Deck Restaurant that

will offer air-conditioned dining inside and caf style,

shaded seating outside.

CYCLING, WALKING, AND JOGGING PATHS

Bicyc le lanes and sidewalks are provided along the Pier

Approach to the Pier Head and circulate all aroundthe Pyramid. These pathways are 12 feet wide at their

narrowest point. They are dedicated to cyclists and

pedestrians as are the pa thways all along o ur current

waterfront. We envision bicycle share stations at the

Uplands ramp access and at the Pyramid Main Deck,

automated like the Paris, New York, Montreal and

Tampa Bike renta l systems. Ad ditional pa thways extend

to fishing docks and c onnect ba ck to the Uplands Park.

A new north-south sidewalk forms a new beach edge

and leads to the north seawall at the entrance to the

Vinoy Basin.

TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS

The new Pier will have ple ntiful sidewa lks for ped estrians

and bicycles, and two lanes dedicated for public

trams, a trolley, emergency vehicles, service vehicles

and limited automobile access. All vehicular traffic

will be 15 mph speed controlled and safe, pedestrian

crossings will be offered.

We envision that a free City provided public tram

system of golf-cart-type open cars will run continuously

between Bayshore Drive and the Pier Head. Shaded

Tram Stops a re provide d at the Dolphin and Pelica n

Fun c t io n a l | Bu ild a b le | A f fo rd a b le

Parking Lots, the Pier Head, Bayshore Drive, the Museum

of History and at three intermediate stops along the

Pier Approac h. The Trams will move at up to 7 mph, be

equipped w ith wheelcha ir lifts and a place at the bac k

to transport coolers. No pe destrian on the pathway will

be fa rther than a two minute walk to a Tram Stop.

Car, taxi and tour bus access to the Pier Head is

provided on the two vehicular lanes. Drop-off and Pick-

up will be available at the Pier Head, however, there

will be no pa rking on the Bridge Approa ch o r at the PierHead. Vehicular circulation around the Pier Head will

be allowed only for Emergency, Service and Delivery

vehicles.

FISHING

A stable, wood decked fishing platform running

parallel to the Pier Approac h occ urs on the north side.

Acc essed via a n ac cessible sloping ramp on two sides,

anglers can fish from a d eck just four feet off the waters

surface. A bait shop with concessions, restrooms and

drinking fountains, is located at the east end of the

fishing platform. At the Pier Head, a lower level for

recreational fishing will be place d o n the southeast side

of the Head, also near water level. It will be co nnected

to the Party Deck level via two acc essible ramps, which

provide access to restrooms, drinking fountains and a

souvenir stand.

COURTESY AND TRANSIENT DOCKS

Calming the often turbulent waters around the Pier

has always been a challenge. By design, our concept

does not provide transient motorboat docks at the

new Pier Approac h or Pier Head . Instead, c ourtesy and

transient boat dockage is shown at the Middle Basin

channel entry. These docks ha

the City Ma rina, were discussed

are scheduled to be completed

new Pier.

Our design provides a kayak, c

launch at the south end of Spa

we have also provided a kaya

embedded within the new App

wall. This is also close to the new

Dockage for the proposed St. P

speed ferry could o cc ur at the

Basin.

ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCAT

The lower three levels of the ne

function as a home for an env

element/interactive marine disc

prominent component of the C

A new 36-foot-high atrium unifie

with a c urved stair. Collabo ratin

of the marine science commu

we have explored the program

portion of the design and hav

plates allow for a creative, uniq

Another potential educational

the story of glass, water and

found in great qua ntities here in

stable liquid, is made from sand.

from the Gulf to create our be

could be a museum featuring

glass. This would be appropria

inverted pyramid of glass.

Pe rm it t a b le | Su st a in a b le | A t t r


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FLEXIBLE EVENT SPACE AND PERFORMANCE

AREAS

Observation stair platforms are located along the

Bridge Approach at the west end of the fishing

platform. At the Pier Head on the Ma in Deck level,

we have incorporated a sloping artificial turf lawn

which seats approximate ly 150 peo ple. Also at the Pier

Head, b ut down one level o n the Party Deck, a flexible

performance spac e for ba nds and music is provided.

BIKE AND WATERCRAFT RE NTAL

Adjacent to the Spa Beach Grill is a watercraft andbicycle rental kiosk. Ka yaks, Ca noes and Pad dleboa rds

could a lso be rented at this location.

RETAIL OPPORTUNITIES

By design, retail options on the new Pier are limited but

well positioned and relevant to the p rogram offerings.

Two Souvenir Shops, a Bike Share Kiosk, a Bait Shop, a

Bicycle Rental kiosk and a Watercraft Rental Shop

which will also offer retail items useful to those using the

beac h. Rounding out the Retail opportunities are the

Sky Deck Restaurant, the Spa Beach Grill, the Sunset

Caf and the Ice Cream Shop.

SHADE AT SPA BEACH

Existing landscaping will remain and will offer shaded

spots to rest. The new Spa Beac h Grill also provide s a

sheltered area be neath a green roof.

SHADE AT THE PIER APPROACH

Lacey a luminum arbors, loca ted a t two separate Tram

Stops on the North side of the Pier Approach, are

covered with cape honeysuckle to provide shade to

pede strians waiting to c atch a Tram or walking on their

way to the Pier Head. A third sh

south side of the Pier App roach p

area to sit and rest.

SHADE AT THE PIER HEAD

The Pier Hea d is multi-level so th

below the Ma in Deck level, is a

and depending on the time of

the sun, portions of the Main D

the overhang of the inverted P

provided a t the Pyramids top le

FULLY ACCESSIBLE

The New Pier will be fully ac ce ss

AIR-CONDITIONING

The New Pier will have interior ai

SEA LEVEL RISE

The existing Pier a nd e ntrance t

is below FEMA flood level. The

pyramid and the Main Deck surr

feet abo ve the water. All ped

vehic les, will arrive at this level

an advantage, in that it is wel

flooding level and a cc ounts for

and storm surges.


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SPA BEAC H

THE PIER APP

THE PIER HEA

THE WATERFA

THE INVERTED

ANCHOR TEN

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HE NEW ST. PETE PIER

ER HEAD

PLANDS

GRAND HAMMOC K / FISHING DECK

SMALL EVENTLAWN

ICE CREAM SHOP

RESTAURANT

TRAM STOP

SUNSETC AFE

BAITSHOP / SHADED TRAM STOP /

CONCESSION

SPA BEACH GRILL

SPA BEACH

CHECKERS / PING PONG / CHESS

PICNIC / PLAYGROUND

FUTURE WATER TAXI STOP

VOLLEYBALL / BOCCE BALL

SHADED TRAM STOP

SHADED TRAM STOP /

BAYV IEW STEPS

FISHING PIER

KAYAK CONDO /

ROCK CLIMBING WALL

PIER APPROACHPIER HEAD

D e s t i n a t i o n s a t t h e N e w St . P


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s the historical living room fo r the City, Spa Beac h served as a prime urban escape without

aving to leave d owntown. The amenities once fostered a sense of c ommunity and helped

o enrich the overall downtown wa terfront experience.

LINK TO THE PAST

SP A B


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Through the P iers history Spa Be

significant recreation feature o

spanned the entire north penin

sea walls. It was the quintesse

countless postcards and p ictures

courts, ca banas, and a playgro

to bring the beach back to pro

a significant expansion of the c

the recreational programs back

would return the sand above th

triple the existing be ac h size. Th

accurate and it eliminates pe

would arise from filling additiona

due to significant areas of sea

current beach.

We also believe there is anothe

large area of bea ch abo ve the

the sea rises, this portion of the b

The bea ch w ill have kaya k cond

the new approach berm. A bo

will also be located on the side

berm adjac ent to the beac h. Th

both sand and water to provi

feature at a minimal cost. Vo

provided and ca ter to the AVP w

location for a beach volleyball

envision a grove of palm trees

pong tab les and chess/c hecker

The reimagined Spa be ac h will a

to reminisce while new generatio

downtown beach.

REVITALIZED EXPANDED SP


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ROCK WALL

KAYAK CONDOS

SPA BEAC H

SPA BEACH GRILL

PRIMARY PEDESTRIAN PATH / C YCLING PATH

OVERWATER DRIVE

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C TIVITIES | SPA BEACH GRILL

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A beachside grill will serve the

approach. The design would intethe park by simply pulling the

shade and shelter. The grass roo

observation point providing opt

and activities. Concessions loc

beac h make Spa Beac h Grill a d

both locals and tourists.

SPA BEACH GRILL

A bicycle shop and watercraft

items useful to those using the

including paddle bo ards.

BICYCLE AND WATERCRAFT

Courtesy and transient dock

motorized and non-motorized

will be available at the Middle B

proposed by the M arina and d isc

COURTESY AND TRANSIENT

A kayak/canoe launch will be loc

of Spa Beach. Kayak/canoe stor

in the new ramp retaining wa ll anBeach Grill.

KAYAK CONDO

A var ie ty of ret ail opp or tunit ies such as the Spa Beach Gr ill wil l sPiers recreational elements and enhance the visitor experience.


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VIEW FROM THE SPA BEACH GRILL TO THE KAYAK CONDOS AN


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t. Petersburg is famous for its beautiful waterfront views that are enhanced by the Piers

utreach into the Bay. The community traveled out to the Pier Head by foot, railroad,

ehicles and trams to e njoy the breathtaking views.

LINK TO THE PAST

THE P IER A P P R


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he Pier will feature a new bridge ap proa ch tha t offe rs

s own special experiences of observation, movement,

aces to rest, facilities for fishing, and shaded

menities to enhance the pe destrian experience. It

ill have sidewalks for pedestrians, designated lanes

or bicycles, and two lanes for trolley, public trams,

mergency vehicles, service vehicles and limited

utomobile access. It will have areas of shade, rest,

bservation and public art to make the experience

aried and enjoyab le. Vehicular traffic will be 15 mph

peed controlled and safe, pedestrian crossings will

e offered. There will be no pa rking along the Bridge

pproach or at the Pyramid.

lower level for recreational fishing will be placed

n the north side of the approach near water level.

will have accessible ramp access to a bait and

ackle shop. It will be c onnected to the upper level for

onvenience, access to restrooms, drinking fountains

nd transportation.

HE PI ER APPROACH


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SHADED TRAM STOP

BAYVIEW STEPS

CYC LING PATH / SECONDARY PEDESTRIAN PATH

PRIMARY PEDESTRIAN PATH

OVERWATER DRIVE

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C TIVITIES | BAYVIEW STEPS

Opportunities for shade, colorful planting and points of interpedestrians along the walk, making their journey to the pier a pleasu

Located a short walk away fro

north side of the Pier Approach

area provides a shaded place t

a book, and overlook the Bay a

A Tram Stop is positioned a t the

ramp to the fishing pier e xtends

THE BAYVIEW STEPS

Lacey arbors covered with c

provide shade to pedestrians o

head. We have also incorporated

in selected areas to soften the h

of the Pier bridge and provide

park experience out to the Pie

planting and points of interest w

along the walk, making their

pleasurable experience .

SHADED PROMENADE


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THE BAYVIEW STEPS AND SH


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TRAM STOP / OBSERVATION DECK

FISHING PIER

BAYVIEW STEPS

SHADED TRAM STOP



OVERWATER DRIVE

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C TIVITIES | FISHING PIER

A stable, wood decked fish

parallel to the Pier Approac h oc

Ac cessed via an a cc essible slop

anglers can fish from a deck fo

surface . A ba it shop with co nc

drinking fountains, is located a

fishing platform.

FISHING

Ang ler s can fis h f rom a deck j ust four f eet off the waters sur face.


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BAITSHOP / CONC ESSION / RESTROOMS

PELICAN FEEDING

FISHING PIER

SHADED TRAM STOP



OVERWATER DRIVE

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C TIVITIES | BAITSHOP

On the north side of the Appr

covered arbor, you will encou

terrac ed seating area overlooki

discovery exhibit and a wooddown to the fishing pier. Furthe

second shaded arbor, a bait sh

restrooms and a nother Tram Stop

short way further to the main en

On the south side of the Appro

Spa Beach and the Pyramid, is

Stop with benc hes.

BAIT SHOP / CONCESSION

As you wal k toward the Pie r Hea d, you wi ll enc oun ter a new, un iquexperience every 60 seconds.


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Original model created by Harvard Jolly Architecture, 1968

he Pier He ad has served for ma ny yea rs as the platfo rm for o ver-wa ter p ublic gathe ring,

estival market" style retail space, and a tourist destination in downtown St. Petersburg.

LINK TO THE PAST

THE P IER


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The Pier Hea d is a plac e fo r disc

entertainment, picnicking, and p

that beckons patrons to explo

residents to frequent the New Pie

a de sign that can b e experience

visit. Instead o f one pa th provid

pyramid head we will have th

and two ramps. Patrons will no

combinations creating their ow

Some may choo se to stay on the

partially shaded. Some may ch

shade d at the lower Party Deck.

to get c loser to the wa ter at th

continue your exploration new

are revealed around every turn.

The New Pier He ad will ha ve a

around the base of the pyram

below. This simplifies the new

since pile driving under the pyr

more challenging. There will no

of the pyramid , emerging, a s it w

beneficially exposes the sea bed

not experienced in over 80 year

will have three d eck levels to p

and fishing from different heigh

interconnected via stairs, acc

ramps and the existing Pyram

Main Dec k by two bridges which

circular opening.

THE PIER HEAD


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PIER HEAD ARRIVAL AND


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The Pier Head will observation, picnicking,

The M ain Dec k will fea ture an

souvenir conce ssion, a bicycle-s

event lawn.

MAIN DECK

The Party De ck will extend from

providing continuous shade a

Programming will include flexib

an outdoor caf, a kid zone a

parlor.

PARTY D ECK

The Fishing De ck is the low est le

water. To encourage fishing i

like to explore an artificial reef

demolished concrete structure

deck and the Party Deck would

The ha mmoc k is a n opp ortunit

over the water and a relaxing sp

FISHING DECK


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Located on the Party Deck in th

Sunset Caf p rovides a shade d,

option. Enjoy a sandwich or a be

sunset over the downtown skylin

Main Deck and an information

ramp ca n also be used to acc es

THE SUNSET CAF

Contemporary, casual, fun... "Let's meet at the Sunset Caf."

Located on the M ain Dec k in th

info. booth will provide a n impo

place for visitors to get informat

and special ac tivities at the Pier

THE INFO RMATION STATIO

PARTY D ECK

MAIN DECK


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At the Pier Head, a lower level f

will be placed on the southeast

near water level. It will be co nne

level via two ac cessible ramps w

restrooms, drinking fountains and

THE FISHING DECK

Relax, smile, take a photo, make a memory...

Suspended between the Fishin

Deck is the Grand Hammock,

made of a stainless steel inne

synthetic outer layer. The hammo

climb suspended over the wate

to take in the view.

THE GRAND HAMMOCK


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THE PARTY DECK RAMP


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THE GRAND HAMMOCK A


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Located on the Ma in Deck in th

3,000 sf open air, synthetic turfe

area for spontaneous play, priv

cla sses at Sunrise. A stair or ramp

Cream Shop on the Party Deck

SLOPED EVENT LAWN

Multiple levels connected by stairs and ramps provide event space, pdining options.

Located on the Party Deck in

the ice c ream shop recreates th

yesteryear. A stair leads up to t

above. Alternatively, you can s

ramp

ICE CREAM SHOP


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THE SLOPED EVENT LAWN AND STAIR DOWN TO ICE CREAM SHOP


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ICE CREAM SH OP AND STAIR UP TO SLO


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VIEW FROM THE WATER SHOWING INVERTED PYRAMID, DECKS, AN


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With the empha sis of the Pier design being around a nd on

he water, it was natural to have a waterfall element inside

he original Inverted Pyramid. A ring of water, creating a

ylindrical wa terfall at the c enter of the building, co nnected

he first and second levels.

LINK TO THE PAST THE ST. P ETE P IER WA TER

Original interior waterfall designed by Harvard Jolly Architecture, 1973


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UBLIC ART

This large wa terfall is just one of the

your stroll out to the Pier Head . It

We envision that the waterfall syste

the Pyramid would operate a mini

for example at noon or sunset. I

more frequently used on weekends

events. Like the glittering lights of the

the Belllagio fountain in Las Vegas,

become a much anticipated occurr

visitors of all ages to stay and enjoy

SKY DECK WATERFALL

A second waterfall feature will be

pedestrian b ridge leading to the we

Main Entrance . This system will ru

operating hours and give visitors th

between two walls of water.

ENTRY BRIDGE WATERFALL

What force of nature captures th

imagination, and a ttrac ts your atten

waterfall? At the new St. Pete Pier,

breeze created by falling water a

sound of water falling into the Bay

waterfall that ca n also be used as a

light which wo uld be large e noug

entire waterfront. Artists can transf

into St. Petersburgs largest interaThe opp ortunities are endle ss: v

light displays, movies, or tempora

projec tions. We envision the waterfa

Art component that brings together

attractions: Art and Water.

THE S T. PETE PIER WATERFALLS


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ENTRY B


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he inno vative design of the inverted pyramid was born from prac tica l and functiona l

onsiderations. The goals were to provide expansive views to the water and the city beyond,

s well as create a large observation dec k at the highest level. The ec onomic solution to

inimize the buildings footprint at the lowest level was obtained by penetrating through

he platform with four closely spaced caissons. The result was the now iconic building form.

LINK TO THE PAST

THE IN V ERTED P Y R


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Prominent on our skyline, an ex

end of our Pier and extending

Inverted Pyramid will continue t

community. Audiences of all a

explore and enjoy this destina

Inverted Pyramid will become a

of the new Pier and Downtown

allowing once aga in for the mos

bea utiful home.

The Pyramid is not just a symb

representation of our peo ple an

presence on our waterfront. M

memories of events at the end o

times spent as a child, with a f

solitary explorer, and it is our beli

will be enhanc ed with a revitaliz

THE INVERTED PYRAMID

The Pyramid will become, once more, a platform for our citys contindevelopment.


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he existing first level o f the inverted pyramid is be low

he new FEMA flood plane elevation, and will be

ba ndoned and d emolished. Therefore, what was the

econd floor will become the new first floor, or Main

eck level.

he ne w first floor will o ffer visitors a drama tic visual

onnection to the water below via a circular opening

the floor covered with structural glass. A beautiful

inding stair will connect to the floors above. Ac cess

o new public restrooms, high speed elevators and fire

gress stairs will also be provided.

IRST LEVEL


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he ne w seco nd level will o ffer fle xible event spac e

ith expansive views to the downtown waterfront and

ampa Bay. Visitors will be ab le to ga in ac ce ss to this

vel via the winding stair or high speed elevators. The

trium space created by the opening for the winding

tair will create a visual c onnection be tween a ll three

vels, making for a grander experience.

ECOND LEVEL


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SECOND LEVEL VIEW TO THE DOWNTO


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he new third level w ill offer eve n more flexible eve nt

pace with expansive views all along the perimeter.

ven from this level, visitors will still be able to visually

onnec t with the water below via the atrium.

HIRD LEVEL


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he Sky Dec k is the communitys observation level, ope n

nd free to all visitors. It will offer open-air panoramic

ews of the downtown waterfront and Tampa Bay. The

ew roof structure will provide much-needed relief from

rect sun exposure and the occasional rain shower.

sitors will see and hear the flow of water from the Sky

eck Waterfall along the western edge. In addition

o observation, visitors will have access to dining and

efreshment options. An Event Oculus on the east side

akes an idea l space for weddings or other significant

ccasions.

OURTH LEVEL SKY DECK

FOURT


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FOURTH LEVEL SKY DECK VI


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EVENT OCULU


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EVENT OCULU


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he ne w roof is solid exce pt for an ope n framework

ong the perimeter. The smaller, center portion of

he roof will house the building's mechanical system

quipment, screened from view.

FTH LEVEL

A ge othermal pond loop desig

medium for the building. Using

the Main Dec k and a round the

the system transfers the low tem

to help cool the building whic

energy costs.

Measured Bay bottom temp

foot depth near the Pier ead

temperature delta sufficient to

more efficiently than would eithe

or air exchange systems, pos

problems while reduc ing electric

MECHANICAL SYSTEMS DIA


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he Inverted Pyramid design is a unique environment that ca n

ccommodate a variety of tenants. The space is flexible, open, and

as beautiful panoramic views of the water and skyline. We envision the

ossibilities of a Marine Discovery Center or a Glass Museum or an Event

pace. The Sky Deck is a perfect opportunity for not only observation, butso an indoor and outdoor restaurant.

nc hor tenants in the Inverted Pyramid would p rovide their own interior fit-

ut, equipment, furnishings, sprinkler modifications, electrical and HVAC

onnec ting to co nnect to the infrastructure already provided within the

ores of the Inverted Pyramid for power, data, fresh air, return air and

oolant/heating. Infrastructure will be provided for those outside the

verted Pyramid.

NK TO THE FUTURE

ANC HOR TENA NT O PPO RTU

Ma r ine D i s

Sky D

FIRST LEVEL

SECOND LEVEL

THIRD LEVEL

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he Inverted Pyramid is ide al to function as a home

or an environmental education element/interactive

arine discovery center. This tenant option could

cc upy levels one, two and three and include a quaria

nd rotating interactive ed ucational exhibits that build

wareness for marine life and sustainability.

ARINE DISCOVERY CENTER


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LEVEL THREE

LEVEL TWO

LEVEL ONE


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"SCIENCE ON A SPHERE" INTERACTIVE MARIN


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nother potential educational opportunity could be

he story of glass, water and sand, all of which are

ound in great q uantities here in St. Petersburg. G lass, a

able liquid, is mad e from sand. This sand works its way

om the Gulf to create our beaches. One possibility

ould be a museum featuring the art and science of

ass. This would be appropriately located within an

verted pyramid of glass.

LASS MUSEUM

Elixir Amber Majestic Chandelier


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he Inverted Pyramid's design c ould serve a s an eve nt

pace for a variety of activities. The 360-degree views

f the waterfront and downtown St. Pete could make

his a premier destination. Events such as dancing,

eceptions, gallery exhibits, auctions and other

ndraising events would fit ideally in this space.

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he air-co nditioned Sky Dec k Restaurant offers a unique

ning experience. Tables, booths, indoor and outdoor

ars and two private dining areas can accommodate

75 peo ple. The curvlinear floorplan comp lements the

eometric shape of the Inverted Pyramid. The floor-to-

eiling glass offers impressive views of the downtown

kyline.

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SITE CIRCULA

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The succe ss of the ne w Pier p ro

to connect the downtown wate

and Spa Beach, Spa Beach t

importantly, the residents of St.

design provides multiple levels o

the use of existing Trolley ser

provided tram (similar to those a

provides the ability to safely acc

using a personal vehicle, a bic

foot.

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MARINA PARKING

DOLPHIN PARKING LOT

TRANSIENTVISITORDOC K

PELICAN PARKING LOT

SPA BEACH GRILL/ BOARDWALK

PING PONG / CHECKERS/ CHESS

PLAYGROUND

EXTENDED BEACH / VOLLEYBALL/ BOCC EE

ROCK WALL/ KAYAK CONDOS

SHADED TRAM STOP / BAYVIEWSTEPS

OBSERVATION RESTSTOP/SHADED TRAM STOP

FISHING PIER

BAITSHOP / SHADED TRAM STOP

PYRAMID ARRIVAL

INFORMATION HUT/ SUNSETCAFE

GRAND HAMMOCK / CHILDRENSAREA

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BIKECIRCULATION

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PARKING LOTS+DRO

LOOPERSTOPS

BOATDOCKS

TRAM STOPS

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PICNIC

PLAYGROUND

PING PONG / CHESS/ C HECK

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SPA BEACH GRILL

TRAM STOP

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SHADED TRAM STOP / BAYV IEW

SHADED TRAM STOP

FISHING PIER/ PELICAN FEEDIN

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SECONDARY CYCLING LANE

PRIMARY CYCLING LANE

=1MIN RIDE@10MPH

=3MIN RIDE@10MPH

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TRAM ROUTE

MUSEUM OF HISTORY STOP

BEACH DRIVEPARKING STOP / DOLPHIN PARK

PELICAN PARKING STOP

FISHING PIERSTOP

OBSERVATION RESTSTOP

BAITSHOP STOP

PIERHEAD ARRIVALSTOP

=1MIN RIDE@5MPH

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HISTORY MUSEUM DROP O FFAR

DOLPHIN PARKING LOT

MARINA PARKING

PELICAN PARKING LOT

PYRAMID DROP OFFAREA AND

PARKING

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BEACHDRIVENE

BAYSTREETNE

FIRSTSTREETN

FOURTHAVENUEN

SECONDAVENUEN

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BAYSHOREDRIVE

BEACHDRIVENE

BAYSTREETNE

FIRSTSTREETN

FOURTHAVENUEN

SECONDAVENUEN

THIRDAVENUEN

FIRSTAVENUEN

CENTRALAVENUE

LOOPER ROUTE

ST. PETEC OLLEGE

CHAMBER VISITO

HAMPTON INN & S

SUNDIALSTATION

MUSEUM OF FINE

BEACH DRIVEP AR

DOLPHIN DRIVEPA

PYRAMID STATION

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WATERFALLS

ENVIRONMEN

LIFE SAFETY A

STRUCTURAL

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ECHNICAL

The pump s, pip ing, jet spra y lighting and equip ment for

all waterfalls will be heavy duty and rated for salt water

co ntinuous use. The pumps and their fittings will be

constructed of heavy duty, non-corrosive, non-eroding

pa rts found in off-shore oil rigs. They will be protec ted

by common suction debris screens to meet regulatory

size requirements with a separate screen washing pump

system to regularly keep screens clea n. The pumps will

be a submersible type a nd employ a heavy duty, vertica l

rail system, integrated into the des

allow for servicing from the pede st

will be located in deep water to pro

but high enough to minimize engag

pa rticles. Wa ter streams will be c an

increase wind resistance. Spacing

tested during the design stage.

WAT

his large w aterfa ll is just one of the rewards a t the e nd o f

our stroll out to the Pier Hea d. It is the must see e vent.

We envision that the waterfall system on the west side of

he Pyramid will be programmed to operate o nly one time

er hour, on the ho ur, for 10 minutes in duration. Like the

ittering lights of the Eiffel Tower in Paris or the Bellagio

ountain in Las Vegas, this special event will become a

uch anticipated occurrence that will beckon visitors of

l ages to enjoy the spec tacle.

The waterfall system will consist of an overflow trough at

uardrail height on the west side of the top level Sky Dec k

bserva tion platform. The trough is ap proximately 164

ng and is set 65 abo ve sea level.

The overflow trough is fed from 3 separate pumps into

narrow trough that feeds a series of 1 streams of water

paced at perhaps 2 on center. The pumps will operate 3

eparate sections of the trough, the 2 ends and the middle,

lowing numerous opportunities for customization.

The pumps will be programmed to ope rate one time per

our, on the ho ur, for 10 minutes in duration. This will be

epeated on a spec ific schedule as desired and c ould run

r longer periods of time during special events or holidays.

Estimated pump flow is 9,000gpm = (3) x 90 hp pump s.

ach pump requires a 14 supply pipe and the multiple

umps provide redundancy.

A wind sensing system will monitor wind speeds and

rection and will be interfaced with each o f the 3 pumps

o that in high or problematic w ind co nditions, the pumps

hut off. The estimated wind threshold befo re turning off

15 mph. The pump that operate s the middle section,

cated above the pedestrian bridge, will have an even

wer wind threshold.

SKY D ECK WATERFALL

A second waterfall feature will be positioned along

the pedestrian bridge leading to the west side of the

Pyramid s Main Entrance . This system will run co ntinuously

during operating hours and give visitors the opportunity

to stroll between two wa lls of water.

The waterfall system will consist of an overflow trough

at bridge de ck level on either side of the gua rdrail. Each

trough is approximately 100 long, with water falling

approximately 24 to the sea level below.

The overflow troughs are fed from 3 separate pumps

below into a narrow trough that feeds a series of 1

streams of water spaced at perhaps 2 on ce nter.

Pumps will be programmed to ope rate perhaps up to

16 hours per day as desired.

Estimated pump flow is 6,000gpm =(3) x 30 hp pumps.

Each p ump requires a 12 supply pipe a nd the multiple

pumps provide redundancy.

A wind sensing system will monitor wind speeds and

direction and will be interfaced with the bridge pumps

so that in high or problematic wind conditions, the

pumps will shut off. The estimated wind threshold be fore

turning off is 20mph for the Entry Bridge Waterfall.

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ECHNICAL

Plants have been selected to fit perfectly with the

geographical area and the specific micro climates

afforded by exposure to the co nditions of Tampa Bay.

We have utilized native or adapted species of plant

materials (preferred list attached) appropriate for their

location, their aesthetic and growth characteristics,

their utility, their maintenance requirements and their

sustainability.

Specifically, the Plans landscape design maintains

the alle of podocarpus street trees that line Second

Avenue N.E. These trees are healthy and have be en

a part of the historic fabric of the Pier approach for

decades, originally decorated by businesses during

the Winter Holiday season over 70 years ago. We ha ve

also been sensitive to retaining as many oak trees on

site as possible, designing around major trees and

transplanting smaller ones. We have used retaining

walls, tree wells, site configuration, and other methods

to ensure these trees will remain healthy and provide

shade for many years to come. Walkways are shaded

with tree foliage on the upland. Clusters of native

ornamental trees and pa lms have also been e mployed

to visually link introduced elements to the park fabric.

ST. PETES WATERFRONT ECOLOGY

The de sign tea m und erstands tha t spec ific co nditions

of the environmental resource permit may require

water quality monitoring during demolition of the

existing pier and construction of the new pier which will

be managed through temporary mixing zones and/or

sediment/turbidity barriers that are safe for manatees

and other wildlife. Turbidity monitoring may also be

required at various sampling locations within pre

specified construction zones during the pier demolition,

new pier construction and airport shoreline stabilization

as ap propriate. Despite these temporary, co nstruction

related activities, the design team anticipates a net

environmental benefit a s a result of the new pier d esign

and therefore does not anticipate any permitting

obstacles that would inhibit construction of the

proposed d esign by the St. Pete De sign G roup.

ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITTING

A C ommercial Dock Pe rmit from

required for the replac ement of

Project will be reviewed for en

navigational impacts, construc

well as consistency with the W

Cod e. Our design has a smaller

piles, and less area square f

as a 2-dimensional elevation

navigational views are not nega

PINELLAS COUNTY DOCK P

The free-standing gla ss entry ca nopy will protec t visitors

from the Sky Deck Wa terfall, whic h will run intermittently.

A freshwater rinse along the top leading edge of the

canopy will operate immediately after each waterfall

event, to c lean the glass and seals of saltwater residue.

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team will work in collaboration with the loc al Building and

Fire authorities in St Petersburg to develop a design which

meets the needs of all those interested parties.

ADDITIONAL CODE CO MMENTARY

Because of its variable p rogramming, there will be special

events at which more than 300 congregate in a single

area, howe ver, the Pier will be c losed when wind speeds

reac h Tropic al Storm Force leve ls (39 to 73mph). The Pier

is not an essential facility and has no e mergency, defe nse

or strategic function, however, the 2014 Florida Building

Code uses the Risk Category for determining the seismic

design category, which will be a requirement in Florida

with the new cod e. Seismic events cannot be planned

for or evacuated prior to. Our team believes it is safe and

prudent to opt for a higher occupancy and risk category

cla ssifica tion for the new Pier. For these reasons, our

design adheres to the requirements of a Risk Category III

structure.

The botto m of the lowest horizontal structural member

(pile cap) of an occupied level will be 1-foot or more

above flood level.

Wind load s will correspond to an ultimate basic wind

speed o f 155 mph (3 sec p eak gust). ASCE 7-10 wind

pressures will be calculated using Exposure D.

A Performance ba sed Life Safety evaluation will

utilize the Stranded Crowd Model. Performance

data obtained will be evacuation flow rates, total

evacuation time, etc.

Number of occupa nts will be calculated based on

performance based evaluation.

Co mputer Mode l Input Data: Occupa nt Load, total

egress width, travel distance to exit, demographics,

occ upant with attributes based upo n US Census Data,

etc.

The entire project will meet or excee d all Americans

with Disabilites Act Guidelines.

All pedestrian circulation areas are acc essible and

utilize a ma ximum slope of 1:2

the north side o f the Pier App r

via ramps which utilize a 1:12 s

20-foot minimum clea r width f

along the Approach and all aro

A minimum of 13-6 clear heig

points of the Pier for Fire Truck

The portions of the pier ope

ac cess are designed for a sing

All minimum required turning d

There will be no docking spac e

boa ts along the Pier Approac h

All parts of the Pier will be withi

or a standpipe.

All internal buildings and en

provide with an automatic fire s

Fire Suppression Hood s will

Restaurant, the Sunset Caf an

All structural components at

Pyramid and structural element

use, are nonc ombustible.

No permanent or removable

Fire Dept. vehicles and those e

constrain egress and slow evac

Break-Out areas along the A

areas of refuge where perso

way o f moving pede strians and

The Pier will be provide d with a

which will give both prereco

messages as well as live direct

The Pier Building is cla ssified

Head and Pier Approach are

Assembly other uses such as R

Storage are Accessory Uses.

Handrail load s will be rated fo

vehicles where appropriate.

s a large scale public a ssembly fac ility, maintaining the

ghest levels of occupant safety and comfort will be a

rucial aspect of the designs philosophy. The key focus

f this strategy will be the ability for all occupants of the

er to evacuate in a safe and timely manner should

ny emergency condition occur be this a fire, adverse

eather or any other extreme event.

he projec ts fire & life strategy will be ba sed upon the ability

f oc cupa nts to egress any enclosed spac es/buildings on

he pier, out onto the exterior pier walkways which will be

assified as an area of relative safety, while allowing

mergency responders sufficient space and facilities to

uickly and efficiently ac cess the pier and its buildings to

onduct any necessary rescue or fire-fighting activities.

uch a n evac uation will be initiated by a p ier wide Public

ddress System which will have the ability to provide both

re-recorded messages as well as live directives from

he agenc y leading any emergency response.

he new p ier will c omply w ith all ne ce ssary loc al Building

nd Fire related codes for assembly buildings as well as

dopting best international practice and performance

ased design where considered necessary in order to

nhance the level of safety for the piers occupants.

uch p erformance ba sed strategies may include the use

f people flow and evacuation modelling of the piers

opulation (particularly in high visitor conditions such as

uly 4th or New Yea rs Eve for examp le) and co mputatio nal

uid dynamic (CFD) smoke modelling of realistic fire

onditions. The use of p eople flow modelling will enable,

a the use of a performance based evaluation the

eam to e stablish a reasonable time pe riod w ithin which

he pier structure should be entirely evacuated which will

form egress widths and travel distances for the project.

s the key element of the scheme, the inverted pyramid,

ill be the most densely occupied area of the pier

nd therefore a central focal point of the projects fire

strategy. Designed as a sprinkler protected assembly

building, the inverted pyramid will be provided with a

series of separated, and fire protected, egress routes

that will enable occupant discharge onto the pier in a

number of locations thereby providing redundancy and

diversification of the buildings egress provisions. With

the inverted pyramid containing open stairs creating

connections between adjacent floors, which could

provide a route for smoke spread within the building, it

will be essential to demonstrate that this will not hinder

an occupants ability to utilize the buildings protected

means of egress. In order to achieve this, a CFD analysis

of the space will be conducted to reinforce the Building

Codes atrium design requirements and to demonstrate

that a high standard of occupant safety has been fully

integrated into the design.

Efficient access to the pier, and hence to the inverted

pyramid, for emergency vehicles and First Responders is

considered an essential element of the projects emergency

strategy. Roads and access routes on the pier will be of

sufficient width (min. 20-0 clear width and 13-6 clear

height) and capacity (32 tons) to accommodate those

emergency vehicles expected on site and roadways will

be loc ated such that the most direct ac cess to buildings

can be made. Where turning facilities are required, the

appropriate turning radius for vehicles required to a cc ess

the pier will be p rovided in addition to a series of break-

out areas along the piers approach road will can be

used as areas where pedestrians can move to one-side

to allow the passage of emergency vehicles. Once on

the pier, First Responders will have access to a network of

fire-fighting water supplies with all parts of the pier being

within 150ft of a fire hydrant or a standpipe to allow rap id

deployment of resources.

The develo pment o f a fully c ohesive a nd c oord inated fire

& life safety strategy for a project of this nature is complex

and requires input from many stakeholders. The design

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ECHNICAL

The wind speed s currently spec

buildings by the 2010 Florida B

upcoming 5th edition of the

those used for building design

structure was designe d circa 1

preliminary analysis, the existi

foundations have sufficient capcod e wind loads. With the un

building frame, there are many m

such as the perimeter angled co

that transfer lateral wind forces

into the foundation. All of the

be checked for all current code

and live load forces, using the

software SAP 2000.

As this building ha s a unique ge om

than vertical walls collecting w

pressures calculated by the eq

cod es are historically conservativ

to a pply to ma ny different build

recommend o btaining a wind tu

more accurate design wind pres

Wind tunnel studies, which con

model of the proposed building imeasuring the actual pressures

the building surface , are widely

ac curate method for determini

building. This study will prevent

analysis of the existing building f

existing members need to be st

dont), a nd op timize the design o

allowing as thin a system as poss

STRUCTURAL C

Our preliminary structural analysis has shown that there

is reserve cap acity in many o f the e xisting column and

ang led strut steel framing members. The structure has

the cap ac ity to support the proposed a dded roof level.

A d etailed structural model will be created to thoroughly

analyze the existing and new framing using SAP 2000, a

State-of-the-Art analytical c omputer software program,to confirm that all framing members can support the

new load s. Any isolated membe rs or connec tions that

do need to be strengthened due to new stresses will be

done so loca lly in the areas identified by o ur analysis.

STRUCTURAL DESIGN STRATEGY

Structural engineering codes governing the project

include:

Florida Building Co de (2010) Cha pter 16

(Structural Design)

FDOT Standard Specifications for Road and Bridge

Construction

AA SHTO LRFD Bridge Design Spec ificatio ns, 6th

Edition (2012)

AA SHTO LRFD Guid e Spec ificatio ns for Design of

Pede strian Bridge s, 2nd Edition (2009)

City of St. Petersburg Engineering Design Standa rds

City of St. Petersburg Codes and Ordinances

FAA Height Regulations for Albe rt Whitted

Municipal Airport

OSHA Regulations

AC I Design of Concrete Structures

Precast Concrete Institute Bridge Design Manual

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ECHNICAL

Our structural design approach

existing framing, and introducin

will modify the structure, includ

the level four observation deck

central spiral stair connecting

Our preliminary structural analys

is reserve cap acity in many o f th

ang led strut steel framing mem

the cap ac ity to support the prop

A d etailed structural model will b

analyze the existing and new fram

State-of-the-Art analytical c omp

to confirm that all framing mem

new load s. Any isolated membe

do need to be strengthened due

done so locally in the a reas ide

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ECHNICAL

1.c.a. Oc cupa ncy Group A-3. Types of uses: Event Spac e,

Museum and Restaurant. Retail is accessory to Museum

use. Assembly use indicate d in Projec t Narrative under

Life Safety Fire Strategy Narrative and Additional C ode

Commentary.

1.c.b . Proposed Finished Floor Eleva tion (NAVD 88): The

existing first floor is below the FEMA flood elevation and

will be demolished. Our new first floor is the existing

second floor which is considerably abo ve the FEMA flood

elevation. A survey will need to be p erformed to doc ument

the exact elevation. Co mpliance with Chapter 16 FBC and

ASCE 24-05 included in Project Narrative under Structural

Code Compliance and Add itional Code Commentary.

1.c.c. Occ upant Load: Maximum occ upant load of 510

occupants per floor based on prescriptive requirements

for number of exits and egress capacity of stairs/doors. The

Project Narrative indicates that number of occ upants will

be calculated based on performance based evaluation

under Additional Code Commentary.

1.c.d. Vehicle Parking and delivery vehicle access is

shown on diag rams.

1.c.e. Fire Department ac cess is sh

Environmental and O perating Impa

1.d.e. Roof area of structures above

SF (exclude s trellis)

1.d.f. Projected area of buildings/

deck level: 6,540 SF

1.e.a. Total area of air conditio

40,050 SF

1.e.b. Total area of propo sed leasa

- Conditioned: 35,235 SF

- Unconditioned (restaurant outdoo

Total co mmon area : 19,1

Total public area:

- Conditioned (restrooms 1st & 4th

them o nly): 1,260 SF

- Unconditioned (roof deck): 9,145

1.e.e. Type and number of propo

elevator; 4 to b e refurbished

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he pier approa ch a nd pier hea d are loc ated in a Co astal

igh Hazard Area and designated a Velocity Zone (VE).

he based flood eleva tion is at 8 ft. The pier is loca ted in

VE-8 flood zone.

une through Nove mber is hurricane sea son in the Atla ntic

c ean a nd Ca ribbean Sea with the majority of hurricane

c tivity occurring between August and October. Tampa

ay experiences effects of passing storms although it is

ncommon for the area to receive a direct hit. The effec t

f these p assing storms typica lly result with high winds,

creased wave heights, flooding d ue to storm surge, a nd

crea sed cross-shore sediment transpo rtation rates. The

5 Octo ber 1921 Tarpo n Springs storm was the la st major

urricane to directly hit the St. Petersburg areas with wind

peeds on a pproximately 115 mph at landfa ll.

urricanes and tropical storms consist of large wind fieldsriven by pressure gradients from a central low pressure

nd temp erature grad ients in the atmosphe re. The winds

om these events create storm surges by blowing the

cean water up against the coastline. Flooding results

ith a combination of a storm or tidal surge and high

ver stage s from heav y rain. The severity of flood ing is

ependent upon the intensity of the storm event and its

uration.

Forces due to wind, waves, and storm surge will directly

impact the pier as it is loca ted within the near-shore and

surf zone areas. Longshore and cross-shore sediment

transports are natural processes that oc cur at the project

loc ation. During storm events, cross-shore sediment

transport rates are dominant, resulting in erosion as sand is

depo sited to o ffshore sandbars. The effec ts of this on the

pier takes the form of scouring around the piles, with piles

within the surf and swash zones being the most effected.

The Fede ral Emergenc y Ma nage ment Ad ministration

(FEMA) P-55, C oastal Co nstruction Manual, gives guidance

on co nstruction of residences in coa stal areas. Though

information pertaining directly to the design requirements

of fishing piers is not provided, the content of the manual

focusing on pile foundation design and the effects of and

debris impact during storm events can be used in the

design of the pile substructure. In general, the methodsused to determine base flood elevations, wave heights

and wave crest elevation, wave run-up, localized storm

erosion, and impact loads can be used to determine

co nservative values for schema tic design. These are

found in Chapter 3 Identifying Hazards and Chapter 8

Determining Site-Spec ific Loa ds. Determination of the

site-specific wave loads will be determined for the final

design.

TORM LOAD CRITERIA

Wind load for the new pier shall be calculated basedon the ASCE 7-10 standard utilizing Risk Category III and

Exposure D. Dominant wind-generated wa ve heights

and d irections will be considered for design of the p ier.

Moffat and Nic hol provided a n Extreme Value A nalysis

of historical wind speeds from MacDill Air Force Base

from 1941 through 2011, in their report entitled St.

Petersburg Pier Design competition Metocean and

Structural Co nce pt Level Design Basis. It was reported

the majo rity of wind co mes from the East-North East with

winds in excess of 30 mph occurring in some instance

in all directions. This is attributable to the pa ssing of

hurricane or tropica l storm events. Return period s for

the 25, 50, and 100-year events found 10-minute winds

speed s of 74, 83, and 92 mph, respec tively. Howe ver,

these values did not take into account wind direction

and therefore the recurrence of directional extreme

winds will be analyzed for the final design.

Waves found in Tampa Bay are either locally generated

wind waves or offshore swells that enter the Bay from

the inlets between Mullet, Egmont, Passage, and

School Keys. Locally generated wind waves are the

dominant waves that are expected to be found at

the proposed pier location. Design wave heights will

be c alculated to include storm surge as this will occ ur

during significant storm events.

WIND AND WAVE LOAD CRI TERIA

Ardaman & Associates prepa

Development St. Petersburg,

the geo technical conditions an

1969. From conducting standard

a general soil profile was inter

be uniform in texture and stra

prepared a more recent re

Engineering Repo rt, The Lens, St.

April 4, 2013 which assesses ge

for design and c onstruction of f

pier. These two site-spec ific geo

be used for d esign of the propos

GEOTECHNICAL CRITERIA


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FDOT Standa rd Spec ifications for Road a nd Bridge

Construction

AA SHTO LRFD Bridge Design Spec ificatio ns, 6th Edition

(2012)

City of St. Petersburg Enginee ring Design Standa rds

City of St. Petersburg Code s and Ordinances OSHA Regulations

United Facilities Criteria (UFC) Design of Pier and

Wharf Structures

Standard for the Construction and Fire Protection of

Marine Terminals, Piers, and Wharves NFPA 307

The Florida Building Co de stipulates that structures

seaward of a coastal construction line (CCCL) need to

respond to requirements for erosion, scour, and loads of

a 100 year storm event including wind, wave, hydrostatic,

and hydrodynamic forces ac ting simultaneously with dead

and live loads. These requirements also indica te that all

habitable major structures be elevated and anchored to

an adequate pile foundation.

Although fishing piers are not considered to be a

habitable major structure, their function is for human use.

Chapter 62B-33, Florida Administrative Code (Rules andProcedures for Co astal Construction a nd Excavation) has

specifically identified the minimum design storm event

for pier construction. Rule 62B-33.007 (4) (k), Florida

Administrative Codes states Fishing or ocean piers or

the extension of existing fishing or ocean piers shall be

designed to withstand at a minimum the erosion, scour,

and loads ac compa nying a 20 year storm event. Pier

decking and rails may be designed to be an expendable

structure. Ma jor structures construc

design for the wind loads as set fort

Code. Pile foundations shall not o

sediment transport and shall be de

impact to the shoreline or c oastal

The Florida Depa rtment of Env

(FDEP) requires permits for constr

coastal construction control line

The gene ral criteria for a co asta

line is described in the Florida Stat

Procedures for C oastal C onstructio

beac h and d une system is an inte

system and represents one of the

resources in Florida, providing p

upland properties, recreational a

wildlife. A coa stal c onstruction co

define that portion of the bea ch a n

subject to severe fluctuations caus

surge, storm waves, or other forces

water level c hanges. These fluctu

part of the natural functioning of t

are essential to post-storm recove

and the preservation of the beaHowever, imprudent human act

interfere with these natural pro

integrity and functioning of the be

The co ntrol line a nd 50 fo ot setba

special hazards and impacts asso

such property, but do not preclu

alteration of co astal property seaw

he prop osed pier will be a pile supported structure

esigned to support loads similar to those of the existing

er. In the proposed de sign the pier approac h and pier

ead are intended to be supported by circular 500 mm

19.7) prestressed concrete spun-cast piles arranged in

roups called bents. Pile bents for the pier approac h areo be spaced at 60 feet on center and pile bents at the

er head are to be spac ed at 30 feet on center. Select

les in each bent will be battered at approximately

5 to resist late ral force s. Further analysis will verify pile

election and p ile layout for the pier.

he piles that will support the propo sed pier must b e

ngineered to withstand not only the dead and live

ads of the pier but a lso the loads from hurricane winds,

rea king waves, and latera l currents. Existing piles for

urrent pier will not be used and new piles will be driven

stead.

here are severa l pile type o ptions that c ould b e used to

orm the foundation of the pier, but circular prestressed

oncrete spun-cast piles have been chosen for the

onc ept design. Conc rete piles are reinforced to resist

he bending moment developed during pickup andansportation, vertical load, and bending moment

a used by lateral load. They can be subject to hard

riving, can be easily combined with a concrete

uperstructure, and are corrosion resistant.

le caps will evenly distribute the concentrated loads

om the superstructure of the pier to the supporting pile

roup. Orienting the c aps transverse to the length of the

pier provides improved lateral stiffness for environmental

forces experienced during hurricane and tropical

storm events. Precast concrete pile caps expedite

construction, but some c onditions may dictate the use of

formed and p oured pile ca ps or that portions of precast

pile caps be formed and poured. Formed and pouredconstruction will be used for pile c aps where a lignment

issues are a conc ern.

The dec k of the p ier ap proa ch and the sub-leve l of the

pier head are to be constructed from a formed and

poured c oncrete slab over co ncrete Florida I-Beams. The

conc rete Florida I-Beams are to bea r on the concrete pile

ca ps at each b ent. The upper level of the pier head is to

be co nstructed from a formed and poured co ncrete slab

sitting directly on c oncrete piles and conc rete columns.

Consideration is being given to using precast plank with

a topping slab in place of formed and poured slabs to

expedite construction and to decrease construction

costs.

GENERAL TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS

The projec t will be gove rned by many co des and

standards as outlined below. The project shall have adesign life of 75 years. The new pier shall be ca tego rized

as a Risk Category III structure.

Marine Engineering Criteria

Marine engineering code s governing the project include:

Florida Building Cod e (2010) Chap ter 18 (Soils and

Foundations) and Chapter 31 (Marine Structures)

MARINE PIER CONSTRUCTION


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VAC SYSTEM NARRATIVE

ENERAL CRITERIA

r handling unit and c oil selection criteria:

Maximum 500 FPM coil face veloc ity.

Ma ximum 1500 RPM fan spee d.

UCTWORK DESIGN CRITERIA:

l ductwork shall be low-pressure d uctwork and shall be

onstructed in compliance with SMACNA two-inch W.G.

ressure class construction.

esign maximum static pressure drop =0.08 per 100 feet.

Ma ximum supply air veloc ity =800 FPM

to diffusers shall be 350-400 FPM

ETURN AIR DUCTWORK AND OPENINGS:

esign maximum static pressure drop =0.08 per 100 feet

1000 TPM Ma x).

side design conditions at the Pyramid:

75F DB summer

50% RH

72 F DB winter

UILDING CONSTRUCTIONS:

Wall R Value - 13

Roof R Value - 20

Glass Value - U value 0.5/ SHGC = .25

ENTILATION REQUIREMENTS PER ASHRAE STD 62:

17 cfm/p erson (combined rate) offices (Quantity

maybe reduced to a lower average CFM/person if

ASHRAE std 62 guidelines are achieved).9 cfm/person (combined rate) Assembly spaces

(Quantity maybe reduced to a lower average CFM/

person if ASHRAE std 62 guidelines are achieved).

5 cfm/p erson (combined rate) lobby (Quantity maybe

reduced to a lower average CFM/person if ASHRAE

std 62 guidelines are a chieved).

0.06 cfm/square foot storage area.

0.12 cfm/square foot shipping and receiving.

HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

The system will utilize a geothe rmal pond loop design

as the co oling medium for the building.

First Floor (Main Dec k Level): HVAC System shall consist

of five draw-through, constant volume air handling

units with variable flow direct expansion cooling

coils capable of heating via heat recovery heat

pump mode. One per AHU per exposure and one

for handling outside air. Exhaust air energy recovery

will be utilized based on the requirements of and/or exce eding A SHRAE Standard 90.1-2007. This will

use the 75 degree exhaust air being taken from the

building to pre-treat the incoming outside air to the

multiple air handling units.

Seco nd Floor: HVAC System shall consist of six draw-

through, constant volume air handling units with

variable flow direct expansion cooling coils capable

of heating via heat recovery heat pump mode. One

per AHU per exposure, one for core area and one


will be utilized based on the requirements of and/

or exce eding A SHRAE Standard 90.1-2007. This will




Third Floor: HVAC System shall consist of eight draw-


variable flow direct expansion cooling coils capableof heating via heat recovery heat pump mode. One

per AHU per exposure, two for core area and two







Fourth Floor: HVAC System shall consist of ten draw-


variable flow direct expansion cooling coils capable

of heating via heat recovery heat pump mode. One

per AHU per exposure, four for core area and two







Elevator equipment and Telecom Rooms will beprovided with ductless air handling units utilizing

variable flow direct expansion cooling.

The HVAC system will be designed to keep the

building under p ositive pressure. This minimizes the risk

of infiltration of heat and moisture from the outdoors.

Basis of Design: Samsung DVM S series wate r co oled

AM cond ensing units and HSP AM series air handling

units.

Proposed tonnage: (note: all tonnage is nominal

ca pac ity. There is a possibility that the overall tonnage

can be lowered with this option due to shifting of

loads, but did not take that diversity at this time.):

o First Floor (Main Deck Level): Approximately 32

tons including outside air

o Second floor: Ap proximately 50 tons includ ing

outside air

o Third floor: Appro ximately 75 tons including outside

airo Fourth floor: Ap proximately 100 tons including

outside air

AIR HANDLING

Air handling systems will be sepa rated into zones

according to their exposures and space layouts

to provide comfort and the most efficient energy

consumption.

The system controls will p

dehumidification.

The air-hand ling units will be do

with 2-inch insulation, IAQ-typ e

and slope drain pans, and 30%

CONDENSING UNITS

All the condensing units are wa

OUTSIDE AIR

Ventilation for the building

accordance with the recomme

ASHRAE 62.1-2010 Standa rd.

Ventilatio n for outside air in

preconditioned air utilizing

recovery based on the req

exce eding ASHRAE Standa rd

use the 75 degree exhaust air

building to pre-treat the incom

multiple outside air handling un

further defined during the de sig

The building ventilation will exte

louvers in pe nthouse mechanic

The outside air will be duc ted to

air. Constant outside a irflow w

outside air measuring stations,

dampers.

EXHAUSTSYSTEMS

All toilets will be exhausted at a

per square foot. Spaces, whic

odo rs, will be exhausted from

locations will be separated from

a minimum of ten feet.

Exhaust system will utilize inline

Fans will be protected by an a

in order to mee t design wind c


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DUCTWORK

Ducting and air distribution shall be provided in the

future tenant p ortion of project.

The exhaust and outside a ir duc twork risers with

motorized dampers, smoke d ampers and air monitor

stations on a per floor basis from the ERV located

in penthouse mechanical room the only required

ductwork.

NSULATION

Per Florida Energy Cod e.

Ductwork will be wrapped, not lined.

Piping will be insulated with elastome ric insulation.

EMPERATURE CONTROLS

The tempe rature controls for the system will be a

stand-alone control system utilizing a combination of

BACNET and LonWorks open protocol systems.

Humidity shall be monitored by a humidity sensor in

each air handling unit return air duct to a maximum

spac e humidity of 55% RH (adjustable). The control

shall reset and override the air-handling unit cooling

coil discharge air temperature to maximum cooling

thereby, lowe ring the spac e humidity. The outside air

dampers shall close during humidity override.

ESTAND BALANCE

Supply air, return air, exhaust air, and outside air will

be tested and balanced by a certified AABC or NEBB

balancing agency.

SPECIAL SYSTEMS - ATRIUM:

The Atrium will require two ded ica ted smoke exhaust

fans. Approximately 120,000 CFM is anticipated, however,

the size of this system will be determined as the design

progresses by the life safety consultant.

PLUMBING SYSTEMS

Note: it is assumed street water pressure is adequate to

serve building.

DOMESTIC WATER

Isolation valves shall be provided to each plumbing

fixture, water heater, and kitchen/food preparation

area.

All domestic wa ter piping shall be sized to de liver

water to all plumbing fixtures utilizing a velocity of 4

FPS or less.

Domestic hot wate r shall utilize solar collec tors (three-

four 4x8 collectors are estimated) with electric back

up hea t, and a hot water recirculation system.

Piping shall be coppe r type L.

SANITARY WASTE

Abo ve grade piping shall be no hub cast iron for

sanitary/vent and grease waste.

Below grade piping shall be Schedule 40 DWV PVC for

sanitary/vent and grease waste.

A 750 gallon conc rete grease intercep tor shall be

located on site.

VAC SYSTEM NARRATIVE CONTINUED

PLUMBING FIXTURES

Wate r clo sets shall utilize low flow (1.28 GPF) automa tic

(sensor operated) flush valves.

Urinals shall utilize low flow 1 pint type, automa tic

sensor operated flush valves.

All lavatories shall utilize 0.5 GPM a erators with sensor

operated faucets.

ADA a cc essible fixtures shall be provided where

required.

All sinks shall be stainless steel with 2.0 GPM aera tor,

single handle, and 8 inch swing spout faucets.

STORM WATER

Abo ve grade piping shall be no hub cast iron for storm

piping system.

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