{"id":2356,"date":"2017-10-27t13:01:48","date_gmt":"2017-10-27t18:01:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/snyder-associates.u5fz9z3h-liquidwebsites.com\/?post_type=snyder-projects&p=2356"},"modified":"2023-01-24t12:43:12","modified_gmt":"2023-01-24t18:43:12","slug":"gallery-garden-pocket-park","status":"publish","type":"snyder-projects","link":"\/\/www.dicovercards.com\/projects\/gallery-garden-pocket-park\/","title":{"rendered":"gallery garden park provides urban-style green space"},"content":{"rendered":"

pocket park creates relaxing spot for marshalltown business district<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

located just down the block from the iconic orpheum theater, the gallery garden park in marshalltown, iowa was built on the site of a former historic building that was destroyed in a fire. under new ownership, the now vacant lot was viewed as the prime location to create a mini-park for 世界杯足球比赛预选赛 use.<\/p>\n

snyder & associates was brought on board to provide 2022世界杯美洲杯预选赛 and landscape architecture<\/a> on this ambitious project. this elaborate space features not only tables and seating but also a sunken plaza with an evaporation pool and an elevated water fountain feature for noise masking. a vertical live wall garden is ringed by elevated planters around the perimeter and a large, steel pergola creates a shady space for relaxing.<\/p>\n

\u201cgreen\u201d elements create a sustainable environment<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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a waterfall feature at the heart of the park creates a welcoming spot in downtown marshalltown. photo credit: marshalltown convention & visitors bureau<\/p><\/div>\n

as our professional landscape architect, tim west\u00a0points out, this park also provided the opportunity to include \u201cgreen\u201d elements in the design and address stormwater issues that had plagued the area in the past.<\/p>\n

\u201cthis project is very unique,\u201d said west. \u201crainwater is captured from the roof of the adjacent building, then stored in harvesting tanks that were buried on-site, then this water is pumped to service the central water fountain and irrigation of the live wall and landscape plantings. a water line is not part of the improvements, meaning all the water for the site comes from captured stormwater.\u201d <\/em>the further addition of permeable pavers and a bio-swale rain garden with native iowa plantings also promote water infiltration.<\/p>\n

west further identifies other sustainable features. \u201cthe pergola supports solar panels, which provide shade for the patio and also provides electricity for the central water fountain and lighting of the pocket park.\u201d producing roughly 7,000 watts of electricity, the 32 photovoltaic panels result in the park having a net-zero impact.<\/p>\n

the green infrastructure elements included in our park master plan<\/a> also resulted in the project receiving a grant. \u201cthe grant was secured from the iowa economic development authority<\/a>,\u201d said west. \u201cthe owner also paid to cover the cost, while the city of marshalltown also participated, assisting with costs associated with storm sewer improvements<\/a>\u00a0in the parking lot.\u201d<\/p>\n

innovative pocket park inspires community & viability of downtown<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

the gallery garden park has proven to be an invaluable addition to the marshalltown community. it provides a relaxing place for downtown shoppers to rest their weary feet, while local workers can take advantage of the serene space during a busy day to enjoy a quiet lunch. this beautiful mini-park has been incorporated into many community events and even exhibits 世界杯足球比赛预选赛 art<\/a> displays throughout the year.<\/p>\n

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ribbon-cutting ceremony for gallery garden park. photo credit: mike donahey<\/p><\/div>\n

\u201cthis pocket park is privately-owned but available to the 世界杯足球比赛预选赛 ,\u201d said west. \u201cthe owners are very committed to downtown viability and the community and are extremely excited about how the community has embraced this project and space. i believe there will be more opportunities to recreate 世界杯足球比赛预选赛 space in downtown areas and this project is an example of how a successfully designed space can be an attraction and bring people together.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

the engineering team and landscape architects at snyder & associates pride themselves on leading the way with innovative and unique design concepts. the pocket park is just one more way we\u2019re able to bring projects to life that improve the environment for our communities. contact our experts today if you\u2019d like industry-leading guidance for your next park project \u2014 big or small.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

pocket park creates relaxing spot for marshalltown business district located just down the block from the iconic orpheum theater, the gallery garden park in marshalltown, iowa was built on the site of a former historic building that was destroyed in a fire. under new ownership, the now vacant lot was viewed as the prime location […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":7701,"template":"","categories":[26],"project_categories":[43],"client_type":[57],"location":[76],"class_list":["post-2356","snyder-projects","type-snyder-projects","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-世界杯足球比赛预选赛 -spaces","project_categories-parks","client_type-owner-developer","location-ankeny"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\n\t\t\n