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SWITCHYARD PARK A Signature Destination Park… prepared for Bloomington Parks and Recreation 5.17.2012
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SWITCHYARD PARKA Signature Destination Park…
prepared for
Bloomington Parks and Recreation5.17.2012
Switchyard Park Design TeamProject Lead:
Design Workshop | May 14-17
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
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
Design Workshop | Open Mic
Additional Public Input
Website
Farmer’s Market
Senior Expo
Public Meetings
Design Workshop
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!!
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
Play• Water Play
• Unique Play Experience
• Street Style Skate Park
• Court Sports
• Dog Park
What We Heard | Design Elements
Refresh• Picnic Shelters
• Restrooms
• Food Vendors
• Benches and Seating
What We Heard | Design Elements
Gather• Grand Lawn
• Performance Space
• Large Shelter
• Multi-Generational
What We Heard | Design Elements
Connect• Variety of Trails and Loops
• Wetland Boardwalk
• Main Park Entrance
• Multiple Access Points
• Parking and Accessibility
What We Heard | Design Elements
Experience• Gardens
• Functional Art
• Stream Access
• Railroad/Limestone History Interpretation
• Education Opportunities
• Festivals and Events
What We Heard | Design Elements
Framework Plan
Existing Site
Framework Plan
Existing Site
Framework Plan
Existing SiteVehicular Access
Framework Plan
Existing SiteVehicular Access
Pedestrian Access
Framework Plan
Existing SiteVehicular Access
Pedestrian Access Conservation/Restoration Areas
Framework Plan
Existing SiteVehicular Access
Pedestrian Access Conservation/Restoration Areas
Recreation Development Areas
Concept Diagram A
Clear Creek
Concept Diagram A
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Concept Diagram A
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike Circulation
Concept Diagram A
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
Concept Diagram A
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
High Density Use
Concept Diagram A
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
High Density UseDog Park
Concept Diagram A
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
High Density UseDog Park
Conservation/Restoration
Concept Plan A
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
Concept Diagram B
Clear Creek
Concept Diagram B
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Concept Diagram B
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike Circulation
Concept Diagram B
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
Concept Diagram B
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
High Density Use
Concept Diagram B
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
High Density UseDog Park
Concept Diagram B
Clear CreekVehicular Circulation/Parking
Pedestrian/Bike CirculationLarge Gathering Space
High Density UseDog Park
Conservation/Restoration
Concept Plan B
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
B-Line Platform
The B-Line Platform
The B-Line Platform
Limestone Creek Terrace
Limestone Creek Terrace
Soft Trail Vista
Walnut Entry Overlook
Street Style Skate Place
Dog Park Vista
Community Garden
Gateway Art
Picnic Shelters
Water Play
Great Lawn
Creekside Villages
Thank You!please visit
www.switchyardpark.org
