Ocean Beach Pier design concept 1: ‘The Braid' Published September 10, 2023 • Updated on September 10, 2023 at 11:31 am 3 photos 1/3 (City of San Diego) The Braid allows for potential retail, dining and community spaces, lowered fishing areas, enhanced restrooms and extended arms on the west end, increasing the pier’s length. (City of San Diego) 2/3 (City of San Diego) This design features viewing experiences from both above and below the pier’s elevation. (City of San Diego) 3/3 (City of San Diego) The Braid concept seeks to create a unique pier experience across Southern California. (City of San Diego) More Photo Galleries In pictures: See damage from Hurricane Helene This is what the first blue supermoon of August looked like over San Diego Así lució la primera Superluna azul de agosto sobre San Diego PHOTOS: Meet the pets of NBC 7 and Telemundo 20 in honor of Clear the Shelters