My initial ideas collated over the week end. I did it in a word document so have just copied and pasted into here.
Sovereign Park
Connective
Create a journey through the landscape that blends the modernity of the Marina development with the traditional style of the old town, revealing views and points of interest along the way.
Connect the Marina with the old town of Eastbourne by putting more emphasis on Sovereign Park as a destination rather than a transient space. To encourage visitors and locals to visit the area, whatever the weather.
To create meeting places using man-made structures and natural planting that provide shelter from the elements to make it a welcoming and attractive destination throughout all the seasons.
Connect with all generations and user types (cycling, walking, running, buggy’s, wheelchairs) by providing space that does not bring them into conflict.
Connect the space from north to south through a journey east to west and vice versa in a way that it is accessible to everyone, whatever his or her physical limitations. Make the beach and sea accessible for all abilities.
Connect the materials used in the design with the natural materials found in the landscape.
Connect the planting palette throughout the journey to create a contemporary feel that fits with the modern effects of the design.
Connect with the local resident population by creating employment through the design.
Strategy/ideas
· To create a social and meeting area by developing a destination café.
· Develop the Site of Nature Conservation Importance
· Develop the park area with improved seating and shelter
· Use curves rather than linear paths.
· Sculptures, historical with a modern twist
· Rockpools
· Build into the sea
Vision
Educational
Make the area the UK’s prime location for the study of ancient coastal habitats by developing the Area of Nature Conservation Importance. Encourage the growth of lost species by replanting and monitoring their growth and development.
To achieve SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) status for the habitat and obtain lottery funding for its development.
To develop an Educational Journey throughout Sovereign Park that appeals to all age groups and abilities, that covers:
· The history of Eastbourne
· How the elements (wind, rain, tides) have changed the landscape
· What it may look like in the 22nd Century
Create this journey from west to east, moving from the traditional old town to the modern Marina development. Have an Educational Centre as the focus that includes the story of the journey but also welcomes Art, Craft and Musical exhibitions and shows. The centre will be a viewing platform and include amenities such as toilets and a café. It will become a new and vibrant destination encouraging a new visitor profile as well as appealing to local schools and clubs.
The building will be a 21st Century design using natural, sustainable materials and incorporating renewable energy sources including solar power, a wind turbine and hydro-electric power.
The design will create local jobs for local people.
Vision
Playful
To create a stimulating and dynamic design that plays with the natural elements of wind, sun and tide. The interaction will create different sounds, moods, lights and effects to change the ambience of the park on each visit.
All visitors will be invited and encouraged to join in; the space will be interactive and fun for all age groups and abilities. It will strive to bring the sea closer (metaphorically not physically) by creating platforms where you can be washed in the spray on a windy day or enjoy the gentle sweep of the tide on a calm day.
Wind tunnels and wind pipes will turn people’s perception of the wind into a positive force and persuade them it is the place to be on a windy day.
Reflective glass panels will trap the sun’s light and reflect it back in all colours of the rainbow depending on the light and time of day. It will be Eastbourne’s own Aurora Borealis.
Height and depth will be used to give surprise and adventure, maze like paths will lead you through the area with interest points along the way.
Planting will be unusual to play with your mind, proportion and scale will be used to create illusions of width.
A café, built from sustainable materials and using ecological and renewable energy sources, will be a focal point for visitors and residents.
The design scheme will provide local job opportunities.
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