Why Sit by the Dock of the Bay? Designing Thresholds to the Water

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Boat docks and harbors are liminal spaces where the shore marks the meeting of land and water, and serve as a space for the convergence of culture, industry, and community. For those who work at sea, from commercial fishers to marine freight operators, the dock is a threshold between labor and rest, between oceanic uncertainty and terrestrial stability. For others, the dock serves as a gateway to recreation, sport, and adventure, accommodating everything from rowing clubs to family sailing trips. And for many who never board a vessel, the dock offers a powerful connection to the marine environment where one can pause, observe, and engage with the rhythmic tides.

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Cite: Olivia Poston. "Why Sit by the Dock of the Bay? Designing Thresholds to the Water" 24 Sep 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/en/1032756/why-sit-by-the-dock-of-the-bay-designing-thresholds-to-the-water> ISSN 0719-8884

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