Archinect - News2024-05-02T11:56:33-04:00https://archinect.com/news/article/150348043/swa-unveils-plans-for-new-1-200-acre-park-in-irvine-california
SWA unveils plans for new 1,200-acre park in Irvine, California Josh Niland2023-04-28T13:57:00-04:00>2024-03-15T01:45:58-04:00
<img src="https://archinect.gumlet.io/uploads/95/9597e9e914e4d21b9d49b3e8c04d5975.jpg?fit=crop&auto=compress%2Cformat&enlarge=true&w=1200" border="0" /><p>A new master plan led by <a href="https://archinect.com/swagroup" target="_blank">SWA Group</a> has been revealed by the city of Irvine, California, showcasing a park design that, at 1,200 acres, would create one of the largest municipal park environments in the nation.</p>
<p>The so-called Irvine Great Park would transform the site of the historic former Marine Corps’ El Toro Air Station into what could evolve into a new national landmark for the 3.16 million residents of Orange County replete with educational offerings, modern sport and recreation facilities, and cultural attractions.</p>
<p>The framework SWA developed in unison with <a href="https://www.kellenbergstudio.com/" target="_blank">Kellenberg Studio</a> calls for a five-zone subdivision of the site. A 200-acre Sports Park, Cultural Terrace, 60-acre Botanical Garden, and Veteran’s Memorial Park will join a linear park called the Bosque that features trails and a children’s play area. A central “Heart of the Park” zone completes the spatial design, featuring the 12,000-seat Great Park Amphitheater, a farm, and a three-tiered, 22-acre system of small lakes.</p>
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