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The Pocket Park

By saxu19 | L Pocket Park Design | 2015 National High School Architecture Competition
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Summary

To start researching, I looked up some statistics of the area with the zip code 89106. I used different real estate and county websites. I discovered that quite a large percentage of people living in the neighborhood are school kids, so it would definitely be suitable to have some playground equipment. In addition, I found pictures of the site on Google Maps, and I discovered that the site is barren, lifeless, and mundane.

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What should I upload in this Collect Info step?

Help us understand the existing conditions and the location of this park. The following types of work should be uploaded:

  • photos
  • a short video
  • site plan drawing of your existing parks or lot.

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