East Bank


Overview

The East Bank development represents a transformative urban renewal project that will reshape Nashville's landscape. Spanning 550 acres along the Cumberland River, this once-industrial area is set to become a landmark example of sustainable, forward-thinking urban design. The project goes beyond traditional development, promising to create a vibrant neighborhood that balances economic potential with environmental responsibility, resilience, and livability.

This ambitious initiative is more than just a construction project—it's a vision for Nashville's future. By converting a historically industrial zone into a cutting-edge urban environment, the East Bank development will serve as a catalyst for innovative urban planning, demonstrating how cities can thoughtfully reimagine underutilized spaces to create thriving, sustainable communities.

Results

Collaborating closely with the City of Nashville and HDR, Wilmot played a pivotal role in developing a comprehensive sustainability framework for the East Bank project. Our team crafted a strategic approach that seamlessly integrated best practices in sustainable design with urban design principles.

Our sustainability strategy focused on multiple dimensions:

  • Aligning the development with Metro's Imagine East Bank Vision Plan, ensuring the project serves as a blueprint for urban neighborhood evolution

  • Developing robust green building guidelines that exceed standard municipal requirements

  • Providing expert guidance on resilient infrastructure considerations, including:

    • Innovative streetscape design

    • Strategic green space integration

    • Comprehensive flood plain protection measures

    • Advanced green building practices

By bridging technical expertise with visionary planning, Wilmot is helping transform the East Bank from an industrial site into a model of sustainable urban development. Our guidelines will ensure the project meets current sustainability standards, creates community cost savings, and enhances livability, setting a new benchmark for future urban regeneration projects.

Client

HDR

Location

Nashville, TN

Markets

Municipal

Services

Master Planning

LEED Building Facilitation