Scope and ContentHistoric Waters: Re-imaging Hoboken’s Engineered Landscape. By James John Bykowski. (PDF of 2013 resume on file/offline.) [Thesis] Submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Landscape Architecture in the Department of Landscape Architecture at Rutgers University. May 6, 2013 New Brunswick, New Jersey Print copy: 72 pages on 36 leaves, 11x17 wide. Digital copy: PDF (on file.) Three images from this work are shown with this record: Title leaf; pp. [20-21]; pp. [24-25]. Abstract The purpose of this design project is to investigate and address the stormwater and open space problems in Hoboken, New Jersey. Researching the historical landscape change of Hoboken has shown the change from tidal marsh to a developed city and reasons why the city continues to flood. Continued development without new park expansion has led to an increase in population resulting in a lack appropriate open space requirements for residents. The design explores different stormwater interventions within an open space network that incorporates stormwater infrastructure and the landscape. The focus of the design is creating a rain terrain where stormwater is absorbed and engaged by pedestrians, not forced into conduits to flow into the Hudson River. Spaces will be created through ideas established in Infrastructural Landscapes. These new multi-functional landscapes will improve the pedestrian experience in Hoboken, providing a better urban infrastructure for movement and management. Contents: Abstract 2 Introduction Purpose of Research 8 Methods Regional Background: Hudson County, New Jersey 13 Early Development of the City of Hoboken 17 Historical Landscape Change 19 Existing Conditions of the City of Hoboken 26 Existing Land Use Flooding 30 Combined Sewer System 34 Sub-Local Watershed 38 Design Theories and Literature Review Infrastructural Landscape 42 Urban Stormwater and Flooding Urban Condition 46 Best Management Practices 48 Design Explorations Site Description 52 Design Proposal 54 Conceptual Plan 56 Proposed Interventions 60 Conclusion 68 Addendum: Rebuilding after Sandy: A Call to “Design with Nature” 67 References 70 ====