switchard park master plan | design workshop
DESCRIPTION
The presentation of two concepts for Switchyard Park developed during the design workshop.TRANSCRIPT
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SWITCHYARD PARKA Signature Destination Park…
prepared for
Bloomington Parks and Recreation5.17.2012
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Switchyard Park Design TeamProject Lead:
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Design Workshop | May 14-17
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Historic
Land Use and Zoning
Economic Development
Adjacent Business/Housing
Nearby Parks/Greenways
Local Interest Areas
Utilities
Pedestrian
Site Conditions
Floodway/Hydrology
Tree/Invasive Species
Habitat
Study Area Influences
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CITY OF BLOOMINGTONArts CommissionTree CommissionHistoric Preservation CommissionACHIEVE/Active Living CoalitionEnvironmental Resources Advisory CouncilBike and Pedestrian CommissionDepartment of Public WorksDowntown Bloomington Inc.Neighborhood GroupsMPO Citizens Advisory Commission
Design Workshop | Stakeholders
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Design Workshop | Open Mic
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Additional Public Input
Website
Farmer’s Market
Senior Expo
Public Meetings
Design Workshop
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Overall Themes
A Signature Destination Park
A Work of Art
Safe and Accessible for All
Connected to the Community
A Restored Natural Landscape
Uniquely Bloomington
Switchyard Park Will Be:
An Innovative, Memorable & Dynamic Park Experience!!
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What We Heard | Design Elements
Restore and Sustain• Natural Setting
• Stream Restoration
• Habitat Conservation
• Increase Tree Canopy/Biodiversity
• Native Plant Communities
• Natural StormwaterManagement
• Constructed Wetlands
• Daylight Culverts
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Play• Water Play
• Unique Play Experience
• Street Style Skate Park
• Court Sports
• Dog Park
What We Heard | Design Elements
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Refresh• Picnic Shelters
• Restrooms
• Food Vendors
• Benches and Seating
What We Heard | Design Elements
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Gather• Grand Lawn
• Performance Space
• Large Shelter
• Multi-Generational
What We Heard | Design Elements
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Connect• Variety of Trails and Loops
• Wetland Boardwalk
• Main Park Entrance
• Multiple Access Points
• Parking and Accessibility
What We Heard | Design Elements
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Experience• Gardens
• Functional Art
• Stream Access
• Railroad/Limestone History Interpretation
• Education Opportunities
• Festivals and Events
What We Heard | Design Elements
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Framework Plan
Existing Site
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Framework Plan
Existing Site
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Framework Plan
Existing SiteVehicular Access
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Framework Plan
Existing SiteVehicular Access
Pedestrian Access
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Framework Plan
Existing SiteVehicular Access
Pedestrian Access Conservation/Restoration Areas
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Framework Plan
Existing SiteVehicular Access
Pedestrian Access Conservation/Restoration Areas
Recreation Development Areas
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Concept Diagram A
Clear Creek
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Concept Diagram A
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
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Concept Diagram A
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike Circulation
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Concept Diagram A
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
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Concept Diagram A
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
High Density Use
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Concept Diagram A
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
High Density UseDog Park
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Concept Diagram A
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
High Density UseDog Park
Conservation/Restoration
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Concept Plan A
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Concept Plan A
1. Parking2. Bike Rental3. Restrooms/Maintenance4. Community
Garden/Orchard5. Street Skate Park6. Great Lawn
7. Shelter8. Basketball9. Bocce/Pickleball10. Interactive Water
Play11. New Entrance12. Pavilion/Stage
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Concept Plan A
1. Parking2. Limestone Creek Terrace3. Restrooms/Maintenance4. Dog Park5. Vendors6. Great Lawn7. Shelter8. Gardens9. Pavilion/Stage10. Play Environment11. Gateway/Portal
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Concept Plan A
1. B-Line Trail2. Soft Surface Trail3. Restrooms/Maintenance4. Clear Creek Restoration
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Birds Eye View A
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Concept Diagram B
Clear Creek
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Concept Diagram B
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
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Concept Diagram B
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike Circulation
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Concept Diagram B
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
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Concept Diagram B
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
High Density Use
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Concept Diagram B
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
High Density UseDog Park
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Concept Diagram B
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
High Density UseDog Park
Conservation/Restoration
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Concept Plan B
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Concept Plan B
1. Parking2. Welcome Bridge3. North Forecourt4. Community Garden5. New Entrance6. Great Lawn7. Basketball8. Amphitheatre9. Perennial Garden10. Stream Renewal
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Concept Plan B
1. Parking2. Grand Shelter/Stage3. Restrooms/Maintenance4. Dog Park5. Vendors6. Great Lawn7. Skate Room
8. Rubber Mound Play9. Soft Surface Trail10. Spray Park11. Picnic Rooms12. Linear Water Feature13. Earth Forms14. Stream Renewal
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Concept Plan B
1. B-Line Trail2. Soft Surface Trail3. Stream Renewal4. Earth Forms5. Measured Soft Surface Trail6. Picnic Rooms7. Informal Lawn
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Birds Eye View B
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B-Line Platform
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The B-Line Platform
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The B-Line Platform
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Limestone Creek Terrace
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Limestone Creek Terrace
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Soft Trail Vista
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Walnut Entry Overlook
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Street Style Skate Place
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Dog Park Vista
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Community Garden
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Gateway Art
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Picnic Shelters
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Water Play
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Great Lawn
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Creekside Villages
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