{"id":190,"date":"2022-06-07T19:48:20","date_gmt":"2022-06-07T17:48:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/?page_id=190"},"modified":"2022-07-04T14:46:05","modified_gmt":"2022-07-04T12:46:05","slug":"recent-projects","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/index.php\/recent-projects\/","title":{"rendered":"Version A &#8211; Recent Projects"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"pl-190\"  class=\"panel-layout\" ><div id=\"pg-190-0\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-0\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-0-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-0-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-headline panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"0\" ><div class=\"panel-widget-style panel-widget-style-for-190-0-0-0\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-headline so-widget-sow-headline-default-863e7f05222c-190\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t><div class=\"sow-headline-container \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"sow-headline\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<b>RECENT<\/b>PROJECTS...\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"sow-sub-headline\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tThe following is an introduction to our selected, recent projects. \t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"decoration\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"decoration-inside\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-1\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-1\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched-padded\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-1-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-1-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"1\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h1><strong><span style=\"color: #008080;\">HQ Sandton - Johannesburg<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Design - 2020\/21<br \/>\nAnticipated start of construction - 2022<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-192 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HQ_Sandton_LASquare_2022.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1135\" height=\"477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HQ_Sandton_LASquare_2022.jpg 1135w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HQ_Sandton_LASquare_2022-300x126.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HQ_Sandton_LASquare_2022-1024x430.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HQ_Sandton_LASquare_2022-768x323.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Located within the most modern part of Johannesburg, this multifamily residential project has been designed for young professionals as the primary group of residents in mind. This contemporary, horseshoe-shaped, 10-storey building provides small and medium-sized apartments, but delivers a large, semi-private outdoor space with elaborate amenities that can be accessed by all residents and their guests. Landscape design for this building includes two swimming pool facilities; formal and informal dining opportunities; active and passive recreation areas; party platform that is ready for large\u00a0 and small gatherings and a sizable open lawn that can facilitate a\u00a0 number of activities.<\/p>\n<p>This stylish building provides its residents with access to the largest green-roof in Johannesburg. Some of the outdoor amenities include: water features that provide gentle, ambient noise; small private patios for the selected units; an elevated walkway at the roof garden that allows for enjoying a magnificent view; a dedicated braai (BBQ) area that can accommodate several groups of users; fire pits with seating opportunities; gathering places with and without weather protection; outdoor bar area on the green-roof and a playground for kids on the ground level.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-190-1-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-1-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"2\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-191 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HQ_Sandton_2_LASquare_2022.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"679\" height=\"777\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HQ_Sandton_2_LASquare_2022.jpg 679w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/HQ_Sandton_2_LASquare_2022-262x300.jpg 262w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 679px) 100vw, 679px\" \/>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/LA2_21_HQ_Sandton.pdf\">\u00a0<strong> Download <\/strong>a PDF file for this project<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-2\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-2\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-2-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-3\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-3\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched-padded\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-3-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-3-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"3\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h1><strong><span style=\"color: #008080;\">Indwe Park - Johannesburg<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Design - 2021<br \/>\nInstallation completed\u00a0 - 2022<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-75 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indwe_Park_LASquare_03.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"768\" height=\"544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indwe_Park_LASquare_03.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indwe_Park_LASquare_03-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Indwe park is located within the grounds of the head quarters of Liberty Life\u00a0 and neigbours the University of Witswatersrand. Working with the team that included Batley and Partners as the leading architects and James Delaney as the artistic consultant, LASquare provided the design for an elaborate water feature and hard landscape elements for the adjacent areas. 3D modeling for the proposed solution was created by LASquare to support the presentation of the conceptual design.<\/p>\n<p>The central walkway with cascading water channels on either side and the easy accessible meandering path was designed to create the main focal point of the park. To invite visitors to engage with the water, the recirculating system incorporates waterfalls and bio-filtration to naturally keep the system clean and chemical-free.<\/p>\n<p>The main concept of this park was to create a safe and tranquil hub, away from the bustle of the inner city for students, workers from nearby offices and the public.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-190-3-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-3-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"4\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-74 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indwe_Park_LASquare_02.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"771\" height=\"761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indwe_Park_LASquare_02.jpg 771w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indwe_Park_LASquare_02-300x296.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indwe_Park_LASquare_02-768x758.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indwe_Park_LASquare_02-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-73 size-full alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indwe_Park_LASquare_01.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"772\" height=\"232\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indwe_Park_LASquare_01.jpg 772w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indwe_Park_LASquare_01-300x90.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Indwe_Park_LASquare_01-768x231.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/LA2_22_Indwe Park_Liberty.pdf\">\u00a0<strong> Download <\/strong>a PDF file for this project<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/LASquare_Liberty_Indwe_Park_3D_Model.mp4\"><strong>View <\/strong>a 1 minute 3D modeling film<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-4\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-4\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-4-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-5\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-5\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched-padded\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-5-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-5-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"5\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h1><strong><span style=\"color: #008080;\">Rainwater harvesting \/ Residential pool\u00a0 - Johannesburg<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Design - 2021<br \/>\nInstallation completed\u00a0 - 2022<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_HQ.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_HQ.jpg 2000w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_HQ-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_HQ-1024x614.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_HQ-768x461.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_HQ-1536x922.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This project is located in the Johannesburg\u2019s Observatory area. The outdated backyard with a large, old swimming pool and the narrow, dysfunctional patio had to be modernized.<\/p>\n<p>The following were the key objectives for the new design:<br \/>\n\u2022 reduce the size of the pool from \u00b1120.000 to \u00b150,000 liters<br \/>\n\u2022 redesign the backyard to provide a large, usable space for family gatherings<br \/>\n\u2022 increased privacy of the yard<br \/>\n\u2022 introduce rainwater harvesting measures allowing for collecting the runoff<br \/>\nfrom the large roof and the hard landscape area. Water will be used for topping-up the pool and for the new irrigation system for the garden<br \/>\n\u2022 add outdoor fire pit and braai (BBQ) area<br \/>\n\u2022 link the adjacent cottage building with the pool area<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-190-5-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-5-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"6\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>LASquare redesigned the backyard and assisted during the construction process. The existing pool has been rebuilt into two vital components: a new 3m x 11m swimming pool and a large, underground water storage that can harvest up to \u00b1 75,000 liters of rainwater.<\/p>\n<p>The new, rectangular pool is partially located inside the old structure and includes:<br \/>\n\u2022 a shallow(\u00b10.5m) area for the kids<br \/>\n\u2022 a deeper (\u00b11.8m to 3m) swimming area, which is protected with an underwater net<br \/>\n\u2022 an \u2018infinity edge\u2019 section with a catchment that doubles as a wadding area for small kids<br \/>\n\u2022 colour LED underwater lights and rope-lighting at the outside perimeter of the pool<\/p>\n<p>The water storage area is divided into two sections. The larger chamber collects rainwater that is partially filtered via the gravel sump. From this chamber water goes through a sand filter and is collected in the second, smaller section. The double-filtered water is than used for the irrigation and the pool. Both underground, concrete tanks are covered with a new decking<br \/>\nthat is built from the composite material. A section of the decking can be open to access both the tanks. A small water feature in the adjacent planter allows for monitoring the quality of the stored water. The gas fireplace eliminates the risk of ashes contaminating the pool. The new, raised planter edge provides ample sitting opportunity adjacent to the colorful vegetation.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-231 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Observatory-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1490\" height=\"597\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Observatory-1.jpg 1490w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Observatory-1-300x120.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Observatory-1-1024x410.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Observatory-1-768x308.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-232 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Observatory-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1497\" height=\"361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Observatory-2.jpg 1497w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Observatory-2-300x72.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Observatory-2-1024x247.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Observatory-2-768x185.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/LA2_32_Residential_Pool.pdf\">\u00a0<strong> Download <\/strong>a PDF file for this project<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/LASquare_Pool_story_.mp4\">\u00a0<strong> View <\/strong>a 1 minute construction film <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-6\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-6\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-6-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-7\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-7\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched-padded\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-7-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-7-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"7\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h1><strong><span style=\"color: #008080;\">Mandela Museum Welcome Centre - Mvezo - Eastern Cape - South Africa<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Design - 2020\/21<br \/>\nAnticipated start of construction\u00a0 - 2022<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-238 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Plan.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1185\" height=\"705\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Plan.jpg 1185w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Plan-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Plan-1024x609.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Plan-768x457.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Mvezo is the birth place of Mandela. The existing museum and associated facilities needed modernizing and improvements to this World tourism destination.<\/p>\n<p>Pawel Gradowski working in conjunction with Silverhorns Consulting and MVE Engineering was commissioned to develop a new masterplan that will incorporate:<br \/>\n\u2022 new entry gateways to the site<br \/>\n\u2022 new park adjacent to the existing Welcome Centre<br \/>\n\u2022 parking area for the visitors<br \/>\n\u2022 improvements to the storm water management infrastructure<br \/>\n\u2022 create a friendly setting for the visitors<\/p>\n<p>Other critical objectives of the proposed solution had to:<br \/>\n\u2022 maximize job-creation for the local community<br \/>\n\u2022 protect and\/or improving local environment<br \/>\n\u2022 maximize rainwater harvesting opportunities<br \/>\n\u2022 incorporate bio-filtration systems into the site drainage<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-239\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_site-1024x313.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_site-1024x313.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_site-300x92.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_site-768x235.jpg 768w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_site.jpg 1389w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Pawel Gradowski took the role of the leading landscape architect and provided the masterplan design for the entire site and the detailed construction drawings and specifications for the implementation of the Phase One area. The project completed its approval process in 2022 and is now awaiting the start of the construction phase.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-190-7-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-7-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"8\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-240\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Park.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1229\" height=\"872\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Park.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Park-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Park-1024x727.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Park-768x545.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-242\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Gate.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1233\" height=\"876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Gate.jpg 1233w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Gate-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Gate-1024x728.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_Gate-768x546.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-241\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_details_2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1234\" height=\"879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_details_2.jpg 1234w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_details_2-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_details_2-1024x729.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Mvezo_details_2-768x547.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/LA2_31_Mvezo_Mandela_museum.pdf\">\u00a0<strong> Download <\/strong>a PDF file for this project<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/LASquare_Mvezo_Modeling_WelcomeCentre_12_Sep_2020.mp4\">\u00a0 <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/LASquare_Mvezo_Modeling_WelcomeCentre_12_Sep_2020.mp4\"><strong>View <\/strong>a 1 minute 3D modeling film<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-8\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-8\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-8-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-9\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-9\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched-padded\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-9-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-9-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"9\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h1><strong><span style=\"color: #008080;\">Cemeteries masterplanning - Putfontein and Koppiesfontein - Ekurhuleni<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Design - 2021<\/p>\n<p>Various religions and associated with them burial traditions play a significant part in the process of developing a masterplan for cemeteries. Considerations for easy wayfinding to the graves; accessibility for vehicles and associated parking space; administration and maintenance of the grounds; safety of the visitors together with addressing stormwater management issues; completing environmental and geotechnical studies; investigating demographics of the adjacent communities and resolving a number of technical issues are only some of the critical elements that have to be resolved during the initial stage of the design process.<br \/>\nUnique needs of various ethnic groups that will be burying their relatives and friends, combined with their vision of dignity for the deceased, require a thorough analysis of their cultural background. The final masterplan must resolve all of the above issues, while providing an aesthetic and economically viable solution that will be gradually implemented over a long period of time, until the cemetery will reach its full capacity.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-245 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Koppiesfontain_Cemetery_LASquare_Masterplan.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1050\" height=\"558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Koppiesfontain_Cemetery_LASquare_Masterplan.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Koppiesfontain_Cemetery_LASquare_Masterplan-300x159.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Koppiesfontain_Cemetery_LASquare_Masterplan-1024x544.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Koppiesfontain_Cemetery_LASquare_Masterplan-768x408.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><br \/>\nThe 58 ha Koppiesfontein Cemetery is proposed to be located halfway between Vosloorus and Heidelberg - two communities with uniquely different traditions and ethnic background. The masterplan for the cemetery provides \u00b1116,000 burial sites, with all amenities serving both communities. The design of the grounds is based on the fusion of two themes - \u2018assegai\u2019 a southern Africa\u2019s traditional spear and the symbol of infinity. A gently sloping site provides an opportunity to incorporate an attractive view of the terrain located far beyond the cemetery grounds, which provokes sense of peace and serenity.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-190-9-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-9-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"10\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-246 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Putfontain_Cemetery_LASquare_Masterplan.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"690\" height=\"558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Putfontain_Cemetery_LASquare_Masterplan.jpg 690w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Putfontain_Cemetery_LASquare_Masterplan-300x243.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 690px) 100vw, 690px\" \/>The masterplan for Putfontein Cemetery, proposes a new, 32 ha burial grounds that are located at the north boundaries of Benoni. This design provides \u00b1 60,000 burial sites, all requires amenities, ample parking at the main entry and throughout the grounds. The masterplan also incorporates an existing wetland area, adapting it into an ecological sanctuary for local wildlife.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/LA2_20 Cemeteries.pdf\">\u00a0<strong> Download <\/strong>a PDF file for this project<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-247 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Koppiesfontain_Cemetery_Existing-e1654692104635.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1498\" height=\"416\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Koppiesfontain_Cemetery_Existing-e1654692104635.jpg 1498w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Koppiesfontain_Cemetery_Existing-e1654692104635-300x83.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Koppiesfontain_Cemetery_Existing-e1654692104635-1024x284.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Koppiesfontain_Cemetery_Existing-e1654692104635-768x213.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/>The existing graves at Koppiesfontein.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-10\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-10\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-10-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-11\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-11\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched-padded\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-11-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-11-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"11\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h1><strong><span style=\"color: #008080;\">Boksburg Lake Rehabilitation - Ekurhuleni<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Design - 2019<\/p>\n<p>Boksburg Lake was man-made in the early 1900\u2019s and over the years has run into significant problems with the substantial accumulation of organic sediments on the lake floor and with various types of water pollution.<\/p>\n<p>LASquare, working in a team with Kamadi Consulting and SRK Engineering, developed a new masterplan for the rehabilitation of the lake. The proposed solution implements a variety of engineered and natural methods that will gradually remove the organic sedimentation, eliminate pollutants from the water, minimize future accumulation of organic and mineral deposits and restore a healthy ecological balance of the water that will improve conditions for wildlife in the lake and its perimeter.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-254 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-plan.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1206\" height=\"858\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-plan.jpg 1206w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-plan-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-plan-1024x729.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-plan-768x546.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><br \/>\nWater aerators installed on the lake surface will gradually oxidize its water and remove the majority of the organic sediment from its floor. A system of trash catchments installed at all storm drainage outflows will reduce future accumulation of waste.<\/p>\n<p>An introduction of floating islands and the construction of planted islands along the lake perimeter allows for an increased bio-filtration process. A system of small pumps will force water circulation in the lake to ensure that all these interventions continue to improve the quality of whole body of water in the lake.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-190-11-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-11-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"12\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-255 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-trash-catchment.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1484\" height=\"608\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-trash-catchment.jpg 1484w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-trash-catchment-300x123.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-trash-catchment-1024x420.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-trash-catchment-768x315.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-253\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-Floating-island.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"786\" height=\"521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-Floating-island.jpg 786w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-Floating-island-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-Floating-island-768x509.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-252 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-2019.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1032\" height=\"308\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-2019.jpg 1032w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-2019-300x90.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-2019-1024x306.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Boksburg-Lake-2019-768x229.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/>View of the existing Boksburg Lake<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/LA2_27_Boksburg_Lake.pdf\">\u00a0<strong> Download <\/strong>a PDF file for this project<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-12\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-12\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-12-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-13\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-13\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched-padded\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-13-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-13-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"13\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h1><strong><span style=\"color: #008080;\">Horwood Farm Park - Lake rehabilitation - Ekurhuleni<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Design - 2020<br \/>\nUnder construction - 2021\/22<\/p>\n<p>Horwood Farm Park, located within the Edenvale community, had been recently upgraded with a new set of recreation amenities and associated system of pathways. After the phase one work had been completed, Pawel Gradowski had been appointed to provide a landscape design for the overgrown and undeveloped portion of the park that included a series stagnant, polluted ponds and the river meandering between large, invasive trees.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-258 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Analysis.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"830\" height=\"442\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Analysis.jpg 830w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Analysis-300x160.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Analysis-768x409.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><br \/>\nPawel Gradowski provided the new landscape design that included the hydrological and environmental analysis of the area, and provided solutions that resulted in developing an attractive extension of the existing park.<\/p>\n<p>The new design included:<br \/>\n\u2022 revisions to the shape of the river and creation of a large attenuation pond<br \/>\n\u2022 creative solutions for slowing down the flow of the river<br \/>\n\u2022 new measures for erosion control that protected the river banks<br \/>\n\u2022 a large constructed wetland<br \/>\n\u2022 a birds-sanctuary island<br \/>\n\u2022 three pedestrian bridges with a series of paved pathways that invite visitors to safely explore the natural section of this park.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-190-13-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-13-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"14\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-261\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Existing_Cond.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"834\" height=\"239\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Existing_Cond.jpg 834w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Existing_Cond-300x86.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Existing_Cond-768x220.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><br \/>\nInvasive species within the stagnant, polluted ponds<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-262 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Masterplan.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"833\" height=\"469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Masterplan.jpg 833w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Masterplan-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Masterplan-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-259 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Construction.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"836\" height=\"255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Construction.jpg 836w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Construction-300x92.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Horwood_Farm_Park_Construction-768x234.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/>View of the lake restoration area during construction<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/LA2_30_Horwood_Park.pdf\">\u00a0<strong> Download <\/strong>a PDF file for this project<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-14\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-14\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-14-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-15\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-15\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched-padded\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-15-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-15-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"15\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h1><strong><span style=\"color: #008080;\">Matlala Park - Sport Amenities and Constructed Wetland - Ekurhuleni<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Design - 2019<br \/>\nConstruction - 2020\/21<\/p>\n<p>The Matlala Park is located within the Kwa-Thema community. The upgrades to the previously completed phase of this project required landscape design for the development of three main components:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 Sport and recreation elements including a skate park, a large play field, a multipurpose sport basketball and tennis courts.<br \/>\n\u2022 Extension to the existing system of pathways,\u00a0 including a new linkage of the park with the adjacent road via two, new pedestrian bridges over an existing stormwater channel.<br \/>\n\u2022 Cost-effective and practical solution to the significant pollution of the channel that was contaminated with raw sewage and trash.<\/p>\n<p>Pawel Gradowski\u2019s new design provided innovative solutions to these challenges, which also maximized local job-creation, new skills training opportunities for the local community and included creative solutions to the bio-filtration and trash catchment requirements. Two new pedestrian bridges and a system of pathways allowed for easy access to this new park with valuable sport and recreational amenities.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-268 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park_Plan.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1058\" height=\"782\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park_Plan.jpg 1058w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park_Plan-300x222.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park_Plan-1024x757.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park_Plan-768x568.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-190-15-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-15-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"16\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-266 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park_01.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1270\" height=\"281\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park_01.jpg 1270w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park_01-300x66.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park_01-1024x227.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park_01-768x170.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/>Area of the constructed wetland within the polluted stream along the road<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-270 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park_Biofiltration03.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"986\" height=\"389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park_Biofiltration03.jpg 986w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park_Biofiltration03-300x118.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park_Biofiltration03-768x303.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-265 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1126\" height=\"781\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park.jpg 1126w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park-1024x710.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_Park-768x533.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-271\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_SkatePark.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1079\" height=\"315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_SkatePark.jpg 1079w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_SkatePark-300x88.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_SkatePark-1024x299.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Matlala_SkatePark-768x224.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/LA2_24_Matlala_Park.pdf\">\u00a0<strong> Download <\/strong>a PDF file for this project<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-16\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-16\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-16-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-17\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-17\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched-padded\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-17-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-17-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"17\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h1><strong><span style=\"color: #008080;\">Blesbok Park - Community Park with Constructed Wetland - Ekurhuleni<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Design - 2019\/20<br \/>\nConstruction - 2020\/21<\/p>\n<p>The Blesbok Park within the Tembisa neighbourhood has been developed within a large open space that encompasses a heavily polluted stormwater channel located between three low-income communities.<\/p>\n<p>The two main objectives to the design were:<br \/>\n\u2022 to address the stormwater pollution of<em> Blesbok<\/em> stream that is flowing into the <em>Jukskei<\/em> river<br \/>\n\u2022 to provide a recreational facility for the neighbouring three communities.<\/p>\n<p>The masterplan for the project developed by Pawel Gradowski working in tandem with Silverhorns Consulting, resolved these issues by providing landscape design that incorporated:<br \/>\n\u2022 trash catchment structures that capture debris flowing in to the stream from the adjacent streets<br \/>\n\u2022 an extensive bio-filtration system of plants along the reshaped stream banks that will reduce its flow rate and absorb several pollutants dissolved in the water<br \/>\n\u2022 playgrounds and various recreation amenities<br \/>\n\u2022 a network of trails and several pedestrian bridges linked the three\u00a0 communities by providing easy access to all shared amenities and inviting visitors to engage in active recreation.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-276 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok_Phase1and2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1050\" height=\"693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok_Phase1and2.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok_Phase1and2-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok_Phase1and2-1024x676.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok_Phase1and2-768x507.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-190-17-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-17-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"18\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-275 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok-Ph1A-.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1161\" height=\"280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok-Ph1A-.jpg 1161w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok-Ph1A--300x72.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok-Ph1A--1024x247.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok-Ph1A--768x185.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-277 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok-Ph1-Planting.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"728\" height=\"454\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok-Ph1-Planting.jpg 728w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok-Ph1-Planting-300x187.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" \/><br \/>\nArea of the constructed wetland within the polluted stream running through the park<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-278 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok-Ph1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"673\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok-Ph1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok-Ph1-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok-Ph1-1024x574.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok-Ph1-768x431.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-279 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok_Playground-.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1106\" height=\"278\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok_Playground-.jpg 1106w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok_Playground--300x75.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok_Playground--1024x257.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Blesbok_Playground--768x193.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/LA2_25_Blesbok_Park.pdf\">\u00a0<strong> Download <\/strong>a PDF file for this project<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-18\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-18\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-18-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-19\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-19\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched-padded\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-19-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-19-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"19\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h1><strong><span style=\"color: #008080;\">Elsburg Park - Community Park with Constructed Wetland - Ekurhuleni<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Design - 2018<br \/>\nConstruction - 2019\/20<\/p>\n<p>Elsburg Park, located at the edge of Cinderella Dam Lake, has been re-developed to protect the lake from polluted runoff flowing from the neighbourhood and to provide recreational amenity to the local residents and students from the adjacent school. In addition, a large portion of the park grounds was infested with alien invasive species that had to be removed. The<br \/>\nproject was designed to be implemented in two phases.<\/p>\n<p>The first phase had been completed in 2020 and included the following:<br \/>\n\u2022 removing of the invasive species<br \/>\n\u2022 removing concrete aprons from the existing drainage channels<br \/>\n\u2022 installation of innovative trash catchments structures<br \/>\n\u2022 planting the reshaped banks and floor of the channels with bio-filtration plant material<br \/>\n\u2022 installation of selected portions of pedestrian trails with picnic pads and benches throughout the park, which invites visitors to explore its grounds and promotes active recreation.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-285\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_Plan.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1088\" height=\"704\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_Plan.jpg 1088w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_Plan-300x194.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_Plan-1024x663.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_Plan-768x497.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-190-19-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-19-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"20\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-288\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_Constructed_Wetland.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"675\" height=\"863\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_Constructed_Wetland.jpg 675w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_Constructed_Wetland-235x300.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 675px) 100vw, 675px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-287\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_TrashCatchment.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"924\" height=\"305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_TrashCatchment.jpg 924w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_TrashCatchment-300x99.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_TrashCatchment-768x254.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-284 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_Pathways.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1225\" height=\"264\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_Pathways.jpg 1225w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_Pathways-300x65.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_Pathways-1024x221.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_ElsburgPark_Pathways-768x166.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/\/wp-content\/uploads\/LA2_26_Elsburg_Park.pdf\">\u00a0<strong> Download <\/strong>a PDF file for this project<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-20\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-20\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-20-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell panel-grid-cell-empty\" ><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pg-190-21\"  class=\"panel-grid panel-has-style\" ><div class=\"siteorigin-panels-stretch panel-row-style panel-row-style-for-190-21\" data-stretch-type=\"full-stretched-padded\" ><div id=\"pgc-190-21-0\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-21-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"21\" ><div\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\tclass=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\"\n\t\t\t\n\t\t>\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\">\n\t<h1><strong><span style=\"color: #008080;\">Congo Park - Community Park - Ekurhuleni<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Design - 2019<br \/>\nConstruction - 2019\/20<\/p>\n<p>This neighborhood park in Vosloorus provides much needed recreational amenity to the local low-income community and the adjacent public school.<\/p>\n<p>LASquare working in team with Silverhorns Consulting provided the design for this functional park that offers a multi-sports court; picnic areas; children playground; skate park and outdoor gym equipment for the active youth.<br \/>\nReshaping of this gently sloping property and creating a raised platform with a number of benches and the playground equipment in the center of the park, allows for good visibility throughout the entire site, thus improving the safety of visitors and effective ability of parents for monitoring of all activities.<\/p>\n<p>The natural subgrades at this site contain a significant number of large boulders, which were utilized to create an informal play and recreation area.<br \/>\nThe majority of local visitors will come to the park on foot; however, the provision of small parking area was intended to serve the community during organized events.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-293 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Congo_Park_LASquare_Masterplan.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1233\" height=\"871\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Congo_Park_LASquare_Masterplan.jpg 1233w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Congo_Park_LASquare_Masterplan-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Congo_Park_LASquare_Masterplan-1024x723.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/lasquare.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/LASquare_Congo_Park_LASquare_Masterplan-768x543.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 89vw, (max-width: 1000px) 54vw, (max-width: 1071px) 543px, 580px\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"pgc-190-21-1\"  class=\"panel-grid-cell\" ><div id=\"panel-190-21-1-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" 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