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PROJECT

Small ponds are located on both sides of the water channel and serve as mini-wetlands. They were included as natural elements for aesthetic purposes, but also
attract birds and insects, creating their own microcosm.

Ornamental grasses plume at different times of the year, creating a sense of softness

intention of providing both a fun and • a set of valves regulates water flow A park designed for people
educational factor. Public safety was through the moat-pond, small waterfall, Batley says that the team of professionals
taken into account and the water features channels and ponds; involved in the park design and creation
encourage people to interact with the • the slope of the channel is critical for the have all “embraced the concept with
water in a tactile way. water to flow at the correct speed; enthusiasm, and through group
• a grill-type structure in each channel collaboration, the idea was to make the
With regard to the functioning of the water section is used to trap debris in the water; park relevant for city dwellers as well as
features, Gradowski made the following • a simple design with about 15 rotations those living in the suburbs, so that they
points: per hour of water tumbling through the all visit it regularly.”
• the closed-circuit mechanical design system ensures good oxidisation, thus
recirculates the water, thus minimising significantly reducing algae growth; Text compilation by Karyn Richards. Photos by
wastage; • in the four small ponds, water is forced Pawel Gradowski, James Delaney and Karyn
• the water in the moat-pond and channels through the root systems of the plants, Richards.
is gradually replaced over approximately allowing them to absorb nutrients; this
30 days by a self-regulating system; also reduces the growth of algae. n

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