PROJECT OVERVIEW
Project Type: Community Park Design
Client: City of Toronto
Timeline: 2022 - October 2023
Role: Lead Landscape Designer
Tools: AutoCAD, Illustrator, PhotoShop, Indesign and Hand sketching
Project Scope: Park design, community consultation, construction administration
Nairn Park was a full-scope design and build project for the City of Toronto.
The park's amenities, layout, and function were designed with direct feedback from the local community's wants and needs. Through multiple presentations with the City and local community, a thorough understanding of amenities and functional needs was gained to design a park that combines function and aesthetics.
The landscape design emphasizes pedestrian connectivity and accessibility. It features a variety of plants and trees and decorative fencing to create separation and distinction between the park and the busy intersection it is located on.
A community first approach
The design for Nairn Park started with a clear understanding of the wants, needs and concerns of the local community and the City.
Design Desires:
• A natural/organic feeling
• Playground
• Water fountain
• Adult and Youth/Young inclusive amenities
• Seating Areas
• Shade Opportunities
• Safety and separation from the busy street
• A place to escape the city
Bridging function and aesthetics
Strategic design elements were used to create a warm, inviting, and safe community park for the final design. This small park maximized space through the strategic use and placement of all site amenities.
Safety and Separation:
Metal fencing was installed along the entire park perimeter, and strategic placement of grasses, shrubs and trees was utilized to create separation between the busy road and the park.
Metal fencing was installed along the entire park perimeter, and strategic placement of grasses, shrubs and trees was utilized to create separation between the busy road and the park.
Organic Forms:
The curvilinear design of the park draws visitors in and away from the busy street. The use of soft organic lines compliments the natural aesthetic of the playground and helps create an inviting and relaxing environment.
The curvilinear design of the park draws visitors in and away from the busy street. The use of soft organic lines compliments the natural aesthetic of the playground and helps create an inviting and relaxing environment.
Strategic Amenities:
Nairn Park's amenities are thoughtfully placed and adhere to AODA park requirements and regulations. Site elements such as an outdoor ping-pong table, comfortable Muskoka chairs, accessible picnic table, bike racks, open green space, and ample seating opportunities throughout the park promote prolonged park use for young families, youth, and older adults.
Nairn Park's amenities are thoughtfully placed and adhere to AODA park requirements and regulations. Site elements such as an outdoor ping-pong table, comfortable Muskoka chairs, accessible picnic table, bike racks, open green space, and ample seating opportunities throughout the park promote prolonged park use for young families, youth, and older adults.
