Solidere is regenerating the Beirut Central District with a master plan designed to enhance public space and street life, thus working to heal the deconstruction of the war, preserve cultural heritage, and reinvigorate the city center. As part of this effort, excavations of Beirut's rich archaeological heritage are being integrated within the city’s fabric. One such example is the Roman Baths site, which is composed of ancient ruins between two gardens. Developed for an invited design competition, the proposal preserves and enhances this historically significant yet underutilized site into an versatile urban destination.

Following a thorough site analysis, the master plan prioritizes the invaluable archaeology, while encouraging public engagement through the creation of new parks, gardens, and performance venues. The proposal envisions the Roman Baths site as an important destination in its own right, as well as a major event along a pedestrian promenade.

The overscaled grand stair is replaced with a more accessible pedestrian bridge that links the upper and lower sites. With prime views of the ruins below, the pedestrian bridge functions as a destination in itself. The reimagined North Garden is now a public park and a major performance venue with a 1,500-person capacity. The South Garden is transformed with a terraced garden and small theater against the backdrop of the ruins. Water is reintroduced as an artistic element that echoes the site’s history.