The Waterfront is a significant new public recreation and cultural center to be constructed in the North Ward section of Newark, New Jersey on the site of a once problematic public housing development. The new facility of expansive glass and expanding roof lines will be an anchor of neighborhood recreation and will host state of the art amenities. With such diverse program elements of dance, basketball, racquet sports, fitness, golf, and feature rock climbing pillar, the facility will also have provisions for music recording studios, education, training and community support spaces. The building design explores the integration of signage and graphics to compliment the architecture and to convey the dynamic spirit and nature of its aggressive program.