Evanston

Project type: Multifamily

Shared outdoor space and pedestrian connections between the homes.

The shared play area and shelter within Evanston’s residential setting.

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Project information

Project type: Multifamily
Landscape design: Pi Design Group
Status: Built

The project

A central play area and covered shelter sit within the residential blocks. Paths curve around this common space, then continue toward the homes as smaller walks between front gardens. The landscape plan shows how the shared area sits within the wider network of entrances, streets and planting. The photographs move from this overall arrangement to the paths and shelter at ground level.

Curving paths around the play area and covered shelter.

The planted approach from the homes to the shared outdoor space.

A pedestrian route between individual front entrances.

A garden path leads toward the shared shelter.

The open-sided shelter at the centre of the courtyard.

Seating beside the play area and planted edge.

Trees frame the courtyard from the neighbourhood sidewalk.

Planting around the Arrive community entrance.

A gently curving path through the residential landscape.

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Design details

A common space at the centre

Overall landscape plan, with central common space and planting schedules.Drawing

Open drawing

The plan locates the shared outdoor area among the residential blocks, with paths reaching it from several directions. Beneath the shelter, the photograph shows its relationship to the play equipment, surrounding planting and nearby homes.