Gallery: Cities 2016: Why Design Matters Now
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San Francisco's South Park in 1867.
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In 1940.
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In 1990.
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In 2015.
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And how it's being redesigned for 2016. Fletcher Studio used modeling software to determine the best path through the park, taking into account entry points, adjacent building use, and their own analysis of the site.
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The park’s design took its cue from English gardens: all meandering paths and framed views. Planter walls and platforms convey a sense of movement.
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Grassy areas and tables, interspersed throughout, make the park a perfect place to chat, eat, or do some parkour.
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A central sculpture inspired by a sea slug’s curved body doubles as a freeform playground.
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The park’s main artery is a winding concrete path that blurs the boundary between pavement and plants.
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Bigger sidewalks, reconfigured walkways, and freshly paved streets make the park safer for pedestrians.
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