Shape the Future of Brubacher Green!
Brubacher Green is a small urban neighbourhood park that is actively used by the local community. The City is planning updates to this park to better support the function of the space for all park users. Consultants from SHIFT Landscape Architecture have been engaged to lead the redevelopment of this park including conceptual design, final design, and taking the project through to construction completion. Through the summer of 2021, the design team engaged with the public to understand how the park serves the community and to guide the design. As a starting point for discussion, two concepts were presented to show what was possible in the space. After hearing feedback in person and online, and looking at what is needed to bring the park up to current standards, a final, refined concept has been developed. Below, we are excited to reveal the final concept for Brubacher Green. Please review the plan along with an overview video, below. More information can also be found through the links on this page, including timelines for next steps, additional documents, and a summary of engagement input. Click image to open.
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Taking a cue from the surrounding residences and front porch culture in the neighbourhood, this concept includes a "porch" entry with bench seating, little library and message board, a small nature exploration area, painted games, stepping stones through planting areas, and concrete "deck" at grade with individual seating at the rear of the park. A small sand play area with toy storage is at the rear of the park.
Please note this is an example concept only and the final concept will be developed based on feedback from the community and what is possible in the park.
Have any thoughts, questions or ideas about "The Community Backyard" concept for Brubacher Green? Submit them here! Feel free to include stories, images or inspiration photos with your post. View All Ideasalmost 2 years ago
We are a social justice kids camp in Central Fredrick. We love this climber at HNA because it is great for climbing and for imaginary play.
And it reminds us to protect the environment.
almost 2 years ago
Leave it alone
Please don't destroy this park. It works so well as it is now (if you added back the trees that were taken down last year that would be great) Why do you want to add concrete and asphalt to a 'natural' space. These descriptions sound like they came from some who has a PhD in play, but has never actually witnessed children playing before.
almost 2 years ago
Please keep play equipment!
Swings, slides are all things kids love but don't have at home! THis design has a lot of concrete which means toddlers would have to be watched much more closely as opposed to the current soft grounds which allow for more independent exploring.
almost 2 years ago
No concrete
Putting concrete in a park is insane. You talk about liability issues with kids falling on toys off play structures. What happens when they fall on cement in a space that is supposed to be safe. This park is so unique and well loved as it give every age the ability to play. Whether you crawl or walk. Please don’t touch it
almost 2 years ago
SWINGS PLEASE!
We love swings. We don't have space for swings at home and schools no longer have swings on playgrounds. Having enough swings for little kids, big kids and accessible options is important.
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This concept shows a textured "welcome mat" entrance, gathering area with a community table, painted games, individual seating, bench seating, small play area, loop track and perimeter planting.
Please note this is an example concept only and the final concept will be developed based on feedback from the community and what is possible in the park.
Have any thoughts, questions or ideas about the "Hello Neighbour!" concept for Brubacher Green? Submit them here! Feel free to include stories, images or inspiration photos with your post.
View All Ideasalmost 2 years ago
Toddler Area
My 16 month and I walk to this park all the time. It's been our favourite in the neighborhood because of the toys for little ones. It would be great to have a designated toddler area and also a place to still be able to incorporate the toys. Smithson and Manchester Park also need a serious makeover! Also Shade would be great! Not a lot of shade especially in this heat so we often go early in the morning. Love the idea of a natural play area!
almost 2 years ago
Climate change and Going Green Corner
In order to educate the kids of the climate change and going green, have a going green corner where each community can come up with their own ideas eg. Grow their own veg; recycle plastics etc.
almost 2 years ago
Please keep in mind that this park is LOVED by children, and parents.
My family are avid users of this park - we go multiple times a week. Please please please keep the safe play areas. We love the fact there's nothing my daughter can fall on and hurt herself. Is concrete necessary? Can we continue to promote this as a safe space, where kids can explore and play? The play structure is amazing, the ability to play with different toys that they don't have access to at home is incredible. It promotes sharing, and playing! We do not have a yard big enough for our own swing set - please maintain the swings.
almost 2 years ago
Need swings and climbing area.
Swings and climbing area are a must
almost 2 years ago
Hello, I go to this park all the time, and use the swings a lot. I would like to keep them if possible. I like concept 2 the best.
FAQs
- Why is Brubacher Green under construction?
- Why has the concrete curb been poured and removed several times?
- Why does the play area have a concrete curb around it?
- When will Brubacher Green re-open?
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Demographic Questions FAQ
- Why are we collecting socio-demographic data?
- Why are you asking me about my sexual orientation, gender identity or race?
- Why are you asking me about my place of birth?
- Why do you need to know how much money I earn? Do you report this to any agency?
- Are you allowed to ask me these questions?
- What are you going to do with my information?
- Who can see my information?
- Do I have to participate?
- What if there are questions that I don’t want to answer?
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An overview and walk-through of the refined concept presentation for Brubacher Green in Kitchener, Ontario.
