Reconnecting Nashville with its riverfront, this master plan interweaves residential and commercial buildings with new public parks and recreation areas, including spaces to host events and festivals.
Across the river from downtown Nashville, the Riverside will bring five million square feet of places to live, work, play, dine, and enjoy the riverfront, woven together by three new public parks spanning more than 25 acres. Guided by an equitable and inclusive process that has engaged groups across the city, the master plan reflects the shared values, culture, history and spirit of the community.
The Riverside embraces the site’s natural features through three distinct open spaces. Summit Park, located at the highest point of the Cumberland River’s north bend, will be designed to accommodate programming and performances, as well as overlooks of the river and city. Ravine Park will feature wooded trails, natural playscapes, and a dog park, while River Terraces will become Nashville’s newest commercial and entertainment hub with performance spaces, outdoor dining and cafes, and a riverwalk.
The Riverside will further improve access and connectivity to downtown Nashville through a series of multimodal transportation improvements, including an improved street network, pedestrian and bike pathways, and water taxis. Designed for resiliency, a majority of the development is positioned on the site’s highest elevation. Along the river’s edge, the plan introduces enhanced riparian habitat, shoreline restoration to prevent erosion, green stormwater infrastructure, and landscaping that accommodates river fluctuations during major storm events. The Riverside will be constructed in phases to accommodate city growth and local needs.
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