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B E R N I C E B R O W N PA R K PREPARED FOR TMRD BY UGA ARCHWAY PARTNERSHIP O C T O B E R 2 0 2 2 P A R K P L A N - C O N C E P T U A L D E S I G N ---PAGE BREAK--- BERNICE BROWN PARK CONCEPTUAL DESIGN 2 • REPLACE THE CURRENT BASEBALL FIELDS WITH A PATHWAY AND A MULTI-USE FIELD • DESIGNATE SPACES FOR PICNIC TABLES AND SEATING • ADD A FEW TREES IN THE OPEN SPACES TO PROVIDE SHADE AND DEFINE SPACE • PLACE FITNESS STATIONS WITHIN IN THE PARK THAT WORK ON RESISTANCE TRAINING • PUBLIC ART PROJECTS: STREET MURAL, SKATEPARK MURAL, AND BASKETBALL COURTS • GIVE THE PARK MORE PURPOSE • ALLOW FOR A VARIETY OF USES • MAKE THE PARK FEEL WELCOMING AND SAFE • UPDATE PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT • ADD PATHWAYS THROUGHOUT THE PARK • ADD LIGHTING THROUGHOUT THE PARK Design Suggestions Goals & Objectives PARK EXTENTS ---PAGE BREAK--- BERNICE BROWN PARK PRELIMINARY SITE LAYOUT 1 Revitalized Skatepark Repaint Parking Lot Updated Basketball Courts Added Sidewalk Multi-Use Sports Field Added Seating Elements Pavilion Replacing Existing Structure Play space Walking Loop Preserved Shade Trees Signage 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2 3 5 7 9 8 10 6 4 11 3 RECENTLY ACQUIRED LAND 11 11 ---PAGE BREAK--- BERNICE BROWN PARK 4 MULTI-USE SPORTS FIELD PRECEDENTS A MULTI-SPORT FIELD WILL ALLOW FOR THE PARK USERS TO PLAY A VARIETY OF SPORTS YEAR-ROUND. THE FIELD WILL BE GRASS WITH PAINTED LINES THAT WILL BE MAINTAINED PERIODICALLY. LINES FOR SOCCER, LACROSSE, AND FOOTBALL COULD BE PAINTED ON THIS FIELD. ---PAGE BREAK--- BERNICE BROWN PARK 5 PAVILION + RESTROOM PRECEDENTS A NEW PAVILION OF ANY SIZE DETERMINED (22’X44’ SHOWN) WILL HELP ACCOMMODATE VISITORS TO THE PARK. THE PAVILION WOULD OFFER SHADE, RESTROOMS, AND SEATING. IT COULD BE USED FOR PARTIES, EVENTS, OR INFORMAL HANG OUT SPACE. ---PAGE BREAK--- BERNICE BROWN PARK 6 WALKING LOOP PRECEDENTS THIS SIX FOOT WIDE, PAVED PATH PATHWAY CREATES AN EASY METHOD OF RECREATION. LARGE TREES PROVIDE SHADE AND IT ’S LOCATION PROVIDES AN OPEN VIEW TO THE PLAYGROUND. BENCHES AND LIGHTING WILL ALSO MAKE SPACE FEEL INVITING. ---PAGE BREAK--- BERNICE BROWN PARK 7 FITNESS STATIONS This stretching block is designed for multiple types of stretches. The column can be used to lean on, the bench allows for the user to sit and stretch, and the angled end allows for an easy calf muscle stretch. It will be located on the first lookout point allowing for the user to look at the river while stretching or use it as a bench. A multi-level pull-up bar located on the second lookout point allows for the user to look down stream as they exercise. The two levels allow for children, adults, and wheelchair users to use the station enhancing accessibility for all users of the trail. Lions Park is a 40 acre park that offers an abundance of recreation options. One of the most unique features of the park is the fitness stations that are located off to the side of a walking path. These stations are minimalist and do not take up a lot of space. Thinking of Bernice Brown Park, implementing stations similar to these off of the walking loop would offer another form of recreation. Aerobic stepping blocks that are located at the third lookout point create a simple way for trail users to get cardio exercise. These blocks can be used separately or together creating a variety of workouts. This 6’ tall angled structure located on the hill-side of the trail allows for the user to do push-ups, tricep dips, and stretches. 1 3 2 4 STRETCHING BLOCK PULL-UP BAR LIONS PARK, GREENSBORO, AL THE “WEDGE” AEROBIC STEPPING BLOCKS PRECEDENTS ---PAGE BREAK--- BERNICE BROWN PARK 8 PUBLIC ARTWORK ON THE EAST SIDE OF THE PARK, BLACK STREET AND THE BASKETBALL COURTS PRESENT AN OPPORTUNITY FOR PAINTED MURALS THAT COULD INVOLVE LOCAL COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION. THESE MURALS WOULD ADD A PLACE- MAKING ELEMENT TO THE PARK. PRECEDENTS ---PAGE BREAK--- BERNICE BROWN PARK 9 LIGHTING OPTIONS ---PAGE BREAK--- BERNICE BROWN PARK 10 SKATE PARK RENEWAL ADDITIONALLY, ENGAGING THE COMMUNITY IN THE PAINTING OF THE SKATE PARK COULD PROVIDE THEM WITH A SENSE OF OWNERSHIP OVER THE SPACE. PRECEDENTS ---PAGE BREAK--- BERNICE BROWN PARK CONCEPTUAL DESIGN 11 THIS DOCUMENT PROVIDES GREAT RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOW TO MAINTAIN/ATTRACT VISITORS TO OLDER SKATE PARKS. LINK: CASE STUDY PROSPECT PARK - YPSILANTI, MICHIGAN MURALS PLACED AROUND THIS PARK, PAINTED BY THE COMMUNITY HAS SPURRED ON NEW EVENTS, INCLUDING AN ALL-GIRLS SKATE NIGHT. THE COLORED PAINT GIVES THE PARK A NEW WELCOMING FEEL. ---PAGE BREAK--- BERNICE BROWN PARK 12 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES ADOPT A TREE PROGRAM PUBLIC ART INSTALLATIONS A COMMUNITY PLANTING PROGRAM OR ADOPT A TREE PROGRAM WILL CONNECT MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY TO THE PARK. INVOLVING YOUTH WILL ALSO ENCOURAGE THE CONTINUOUS RETURN TO THE PARK TO SEE THE PROGRESS OF A PLANT. HOLDING A PLANTING DAY EVENT WILL BRING PEOPLE TO THE PARK AND ALLOW FOR THEM TO BE PART OF THE DESIGN PROCESS. INSTALLING PUBLIC ART ON THE BASKETBALL COURTS AND ALONG THE ROAD NEXT TO THE PARK WILL INCREASE VISUAL INTEREST AND CONNECT THE COMMUNITY TO THE SPACE. WORKING WITH THE LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL ART STUDENTS TO DESIGN THE MURALS AND IMPLEMENT THE PROJECTS WILL BUILD CONNECTIONS BETWEEN THE YOUTH AND THE PARK AS WELL.