Libeskind to be 'master plan architect'.

Last week the Port Authority and Studio Daniel Libeskind came to an agreement in setting the design studio's formal role in the rebuilding effort of the World Trade Center.

"Mr. Libeskind role is going to be that of a master plan architect," said Greg Trevor, spokesman for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. "He will have an oversight and collaborative role with architects and engineers tasked to work on individual buildings to make sure the redevelopment will compliment his spectacular vision for the World Trade Center."

According to a letter of intent Libeskind will have a major role in planning much of the site including Gov. George Pataki's proposed main transit terminal that will rival Grande Central Terminal.

"SDL sees the oversight responsibility for the entire site as all inclusive," said the Libeskind letter. "It covers all the project development including but not limited to, the WTC PATH station underground pedestrian concourse and retail, public open spaces, performing arts center, museum and cultural institutions, memorial development office and retail facilities, street character and infrastructure."

Yet to be accomplished is the agreement with Lany Silverstein, the World Trade Center leaseholder, on building of the 1,776-spiral building called the "freedom tower." The Port Authority owns the land of the World Trade Center.

In February, Libeskind's design was selected by the Lower Manhattan Development Corporation in a competition that included more than 400 designs from around the world. LMDC was formed by Gov. Patald and Mayor Bloomberg to oversee the rebuilding of the World Trade Center and revitalization of lower Manhattan.