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Contemporary backyard space to support traditional architecture residence adjacent to Owen Conservation Park. Full color dry stacked bluestone wall and pier punctuated with monolithic limestone outcropping bench. Flagstone patio connects program elements including fire hearth, ipe deck, grilling area, herb garden, and informal lawn. And oh...the turkeys...those turkeys.
Robinia is an exterior urban courtyard to a unique three proprietor restaurant concept in the growing East Washington Avenue corridor in Madison, Wisconsin. Historically a vehicle fueling and storage yard, the hidden area has been transformed into a 120 person dining/performance area. The space is designed to appear as if the buildings grew up around this remnant landscape. Existing concrete was saw cut to create planting pockets, a signature mortar-less sandstone wall defines use areas while a gabion wall defining the rear of the space reuses concrete from the site while incorporating sandstone accents. 20’ Robinia pseudoacacia trees were transplanted for canopy shade while a mix of ‘wild’ native perennials will be placed to soften the floor. Robinia is an exercise in restraint and craftsmanship to maximize programming capabilities and connection between the establishments which frame this space.
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Borrowed scenery. Beckoning paths. Textural contrasts. Monochrome vegetation. Softscape solutions.
Invented in 2005 by Rebar, a San Franciso-based art and design studio, Park(ing) Day challenges people to rethink the way streets are used and stimulates the discussion for changes to urban infrastructure. "In urban centers around the world, inexpensive curbside parking results in increased traffic, wasted fuel, and more pollution," says Rebar's Matthew Passmore. "The planning strategies that generated these conditions are not sustainable, nor do they promote a healthy, vibrant human habitat.
Aaron brought the first temporary parklets to Madison beginning in 2010 with a city approved, simple palette of materials to prove the concept. The one day international event has steadily garnered local municipal support and hence Madison is just beginning to see requests for seasonal parklets at downtown establishments. The approach Aaron took, as project lead while at SAA Design Group, was about equal parts provocation, art and civic function. The spaces are designed as urban abstractions or illustrations of the potential for our public open space and intended to enhance the value of these nodes while stimulating thought regarding the value of our civic spaces. Enhance the experience of the everyday.