So turns out we did get a first look at the concept for the new NBM facility on the Coast Guard site! A few photos (mine) below:
Site plan and massing study
Floor plan
Conceptual rendering (with a prominent PRELIMINARY disclaimer below the panel)
IMO, they seem to be on the right track here, with an iconic building in mind. I'd like to see how the southern (back) facade relates to the public realm, but overall I left the session feeling encouraged. Hopefully the necessary funding materializes to make this aspirational vision possible.
I'm told that an online place to submit comments is forthcoming, so there is still a chance to have your voice heard concerning the new facility. We'll see how the design evolves over the coming months.