THE MARINA PARK [CORK CITY]-144375

This parks appears to be more than a little bit neglected and shows some signs of anti-social behaviour. However it would appear that things are about to change.

 

The contract to design Ireland's first large scale urban wetlands and park surrounding a modern sports stadium, which it is hoped will act as a catalyst project for the redevelopment of Cork Docklands, has been awarded by Cork City Council. Speaking at the announcement, Pat Ledwidge, Director of Services, Strategic Planning and Economic Development, Cork City Council said: “This proposed regional park will achieve a number of objectives for the city including the provision of a world class modern urban park facility for the citizens of Cork while facilitating the upgrading of Pairc Ui Chaoimh into a high quality modern sport centre which will enhance the match day experience for all involved”.

 

The winning concept design, led by Dutch and Irish landscape architects OKRA and REDscape, took the City Council’s brief for the redevelopment of Marina Park to a new level and offers an exciting vision of dynamic landscapes and ecosystems tailored to a modern and developing city. The design concept includes a sequence of urban water gardens, watercourses and wetland areas which will recycle storm water from the adjacent docklands and create a sustainable

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