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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRESPONSE - RFP - P937 CONCEPT DESIGNS FOR DOWNTOWN ALLEYSEDAW INC 240 EAST MOUNTAIN AVENUE FORT COLLINS COLORADO 80524 April 30, 2004 Mr. Chip Steiner, Executive Director TEL 970 484 6073 Downtown Development Authority 19 Old Town Square, Suite 230 FAX 970 484 8518 Fort Collins, CO 80524 www.edaw.com Re: Concept Designs for Downtown Alleys — Proposal Number P-937 Dear Chip: We are pleased to present this proposal for conceptual design services for Downtown Alleys in Fort Collins. Our team is excited about the opportunity to be involved in a project that could bring additional vitality to the core of the city where we live and work. As an international firm, EDAW can bring a broad resource of knowledge and expertise to the project, while possessing talented local urban designers who understand the critical issues and unique needs of Fort Collins as a community. We are very interested in working with the City of Fort Collins on this project, and offer a team that is committed to creation of appropriate solutions and exceptional service. Please let us know if you have any questions or need additional information Sincerely, Jana Dewey McKenzie, ASLA Principal UNITED STATES EUROPE AUSTRALIA ASIA DESIGN, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTS WORLDWIDE The Team EDAW Inc. Jana McKenzie, Principal, Project Manager Jana McKenzie is a Landscape Architect with a broad range of experience with public and private client projects, including streetscape design, parks, trails, resource management, design guidelines, community master planning and transportation facility design. Jana has practiced for over twenty years in downtown Fort Collins. Jana was the project manager for the Longmont Streetscape Beautification project in Longmont, Colorado and Principal -in -Charge of the Centerra Streetscape Design Guidelines in Loveland. Denise George, Urban Designer Denise George has a wide range of experience throughout the western half of the United States as well as internationally. With a Masters in Urban Design from Harvard University, she has extensive experience as a project designer and project manager for both small and large-scale development projects. Her experience encompasses urban design, resort development, community design, community parks, trailway corridors, golf course amenities, mixed use master planned communities and transportation related projects. Denise developed designs and sketches for the Kierland Commons Town Center in Phoenix, Arizona, an urban environment that also incorporated design for wayfinding and identity signage. Craig Russell, Associate, Landscape Architect Craig Russell is a landscape architect and an accomplished illustrator. He has extensive experience in campus design, transportation corridor design, and urban/streetscape design. Craig was the project landscape architect on the Washington University Student Housing project, Trinidad Viaduct Reconstruction and Streetscape Design, and the Washington University Medical Center Streetscape Design. Paul Mills, Associate, Landscape Architect Paul Mills is a landscape architect with a broad range of experience within the profession. His work has included urban design, open space and parkland projects; residential communities; commercial centers; and private residences. His work has encompassed projects in Australia and projects within the United States of America. He has lent his design skills to a variety of urban design projects and guidelines in Brisbane, Australia. The Architects' Studio Carr Bieker, Architect Carr Bieker is a Principal with The Architects' Studio and has over 30 years experience in urban planning and redevelopment projects, sustainable design standards, retail centers, retail shops, industrial buildings, schools, parks, office buildings, housing, and historic renovation/restorations. Examples of his work include the Northland Redevelopment Project, an 18 acre commercial /retail project for redevelopment in Thornton, Colorado; South Beach Redevelopment Study, Miami Beach, FL; Avert Inc, a 20,000 sf corporate office in Old Town Fort Collins; and The Center for Advanced Technology Master Plan, CSU Research Foundation, Fort Collins. CO. Carr has worked with EDAW for over 20 years on diverse projects, most recently the architectural, environmental and sustainable components of the Fort Greely, Alaska Installation Development Guidelines. Concept Designs for Downtown Alleys - 5 • Unique identity • Comprehensive package of thematic elements • Mid -block crossings • Individual landowner meetings • Extensive public process • CDOT coordination PROJECT EXPERIENCE Downtown Longmont Enhancements Project Longmont, Colorado Client: City of Longmont EDAW prepared a master plan and construction documents for circulation and aesthetic enhancements for an 8 block area in Downtown Longmont. Prelimi- nary circulation and parking alternatives were developed in the conceptual phase of this project to balance the needs of the pedestrian and vehicular users on Main Street. Special emphasis was placed on slowing the vehicular traffic to make Main Street a more pedestrian friendly environment while not dis- couraging retail traffic or impacting the adjacent residential neighborhoods. Main Street is a state highway, therefore, rerouting through -traffic away from the downtown was not an acceptable option. Investigating pedestrian crossing options for Main Street was a large part of the conceptual phase of the project. Through a series of task force, multi -departmental, CDOT, City Council, and individual landowner meetings, an acceptable option was selected. Corner bulb -outs, mid -block crossings, a landscaped median with emergency lane, and updated site improvements were all part of the enhancements. The design theme is distinctive and lively, combining historic character signage and site furnishings with more contemporary paving bands and planters. Pedes- trian lighting was refurbished with new fixtures that improved lighting while reducing glare. EDAW championed an art competition with the Art -in -Public Places Board resulting in 12 new pieces that serve as entries to the breezeways connecting Main Street to rear parking lots. The project has been immensely successful and well -received by local merchants and the community at -large. EDAW INC DESIGN, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTS WORLDWIDE PROJECT EXPERIENCE Washington University Student Housing St. Louis, Missouri Client: Washington University EDAW provided a conceptual master plan for Washington University's South 40 buildings. The plan illustrates how the proposed expansion and renovation can be integrated with a strong pedestrian -oriented landscape to create a sense of residential community. The landscape needed to be appealing to the stu- dents and convey the feeling of quality and tradition, which was so prevalent on the academic campus. The major components of the plan are The Village Spine, a main pedestrian way connecting the core of the South 40 with the academic campus which establishes the image and feel of the residential village; The Commons and Promenade, a main central open space and primary social walkway which defines the Commons and provides for emergency and service access; Wohl Plaza, a central village plaza which reinforces Wohl Center as the hub of stu- dent activity; The Upper Terrace Streetscape, a reconstructed street leading to the village spine which emphasizes pedestrian circulation and minimizes vehicular circulation; The Middle Terrace Walkway, a residential scale circula- tion link which gives order to the Middle Terrace and provides for passive rec- reation; and Reorganized Shuttle and Vehicle Drop -Off at Wohl Center which creates an attractive arrival experience. EDAW INC DESIGN, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTS WORLDWIDE The first new "ground up" urban village in Arizona 30 acres • 450,000-square-foot mixed -use development within master planned community Landscape and streetscape elements strongly influenced by Sonoran desert environment PROJECT EXPERIENCE Kierland Commons Town Center Phoenix, Arizona Client: Woodbine Southwest Corporation Kierland Commons is a mixed -use town center located within the 730-acre Kierland master planned community at the edge of Scottsdale. The upscale development features a four star, Westin Resort hotel, commercial office space, retail shops and restaurants along a three -block Main Street. At its center is a town square featuring a unique interactive fountain whose design is based on the concept of water caught after a rainstorm in the recesses of desert rock formations. The unique forms and textures of the native Sonoran desert vegetation inspired Main Street and town square promote pedestrian atmosphere EDAW's landscape and environmental graphic design solutions. Pavement pat- terns in walkways and streets were inspired by the folds and spine patterns of saguaro and barrel cactus and other desert vegetation. Window canopies change from store to store, but all reflect a playful interplay between the sharp light and shade patterns found in the desert. EDAW INC DESIGN, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTS WORLDWIDE PROJECT EXPERIENCE Kalamazoo Downtown Projects Kalamazoo, Michigan Client: City of Kalamazoo, Downtown Kalamazoo Inc., and Kalamazoo Downtown Development Authority EDAW was retained by the City of Kalamazoo to assist in the implementation of the Downtown Plan. This project represents a serious commitment to ensuring the vitality of the downtown well into the 21st century. The resolution of current and future infrastructure demands (traffic flow and parking), combined with the design and completion of streetscape and gateway enhancements, and the reintroduction of vehicular traffic to the redesigned southern portion of the Kalamazoo Mall, creates an appropriate and exciting setting for the city. Also, it creates an attractive environment for cultivating private development interest and investment in downtown Kalamazoo. Urban design plans were developed around a "community quilt" theme incorporating many aspects of the city's rich cultural heritage. EDAW INC DESIGN, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTS WORLDWIDE • Second largest historic cast iron district in the country • Stimulated over $100 million in private investment • Honor Award, Urban Design Category, American Society of Landscape Architects, Potomac Chapter • "Building America" Construction Awards of Excellence, Associated Builders & Contractors of Kentuckians, Inc. PROJECT EXPERIENCE Louisville West Main Street Cultural Arts District Louisville, Kentucky Client: City of Louisville, Office of Downtown Development Louisville's West Main Street cultural arts district is the second largest historic cast iron district in the country, after New York City's Soho. The seven -block collection of modern office towers, art galleries, specialty shops, and cultural diversions was once a forlorn and abandoned section of downtown. EDAW's urban design plan and streetscape master plan unify the street from west to east and showcase its illustrious architecture and 19th century ironwork. The urban design plan preserves the scale and character of the neighborhood, allowing for new growth, and promoting foot traffic between downtown and the river. The streetscape plan gives the cultural arts district a unique and colorful identity, highlighting the artistry of its cast iron elements. In addition to cast iron, other natural materials such as terra cotta and limestone are used in the various types of site furnishings found at key intersections and cultural facilities. Ironspot brick pavers and ironwood trees distinguish cast iron columns from masonry ones and mingle with other literal and interpretive design devices to merge past and present. EDAW INC DESIGN, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTS WORLDWIDE PROJECT EXPERIENCE � � s High-tech urban business center concept eMaln USA Louisville, Kentucky Client: City of Louisville, Louisville Development Authority eMain USA is a six -block business neighborhood adjacent to Louisville's West Main Street Cultural Arts District, the new waterfront park and Louisville Slugger Field. By renovating existing buildings for technology use, eMain has become a unique urban center for e-commerce and services. The influx of technology -based businesses, plans for residential development, restaurants, entertainment venues and support businesses has created a lively environment for investment. The project goal was to create the premier physical location for businesses 24-hour downtown and individuals involved in the virtual marketplace. The streetscape plan • Investment generator highlights the architecture of the district, focusing on the community's rich heritage. High-tech site fumishings are fabricated of materials commonly used in technology fields. Public art was also incorporated to visually affirm the city's commitment to progress and culture. eMain was made safe and attractive for both vehicles and pedestrians by providing ample green links to off-street parking. Sidewalks were expanded and enhanced to take advantage of open space and create chat room opportunities. The area also features an inspired lighting program for evening activities, including a web of fiber optics at each street intersection. EDAW INC DESIGN, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTS WORLDWIDE PROJECT EXPERIENCE Cathedral Quarter Belfast, Northern Ireland Client: Laganslde Corporation EDAW led a multi -disciplinary team to prepare an integrated economic development strategy for the Northside area of central Belfast, one of the oldest districts in the City. The purpose of the masterplan was to reverse the decline of Northside as a commercial and retail area and to ensure that the area could again become a dynamic and competitive location in the heart of Belfast. Concept proposals were developed for the renamed 'Cathedral Quarter' to help create a new identity for the area as a basis for promoting private and public sector investment. The proposed strategy consisted of a series of interrelated programmes focusing on property development and diversification of uses, business development, access to opportunity, cultural development, conservation and urban design, public realm and traffic management, and promotion and marketing. Elements of the strategy are currently being implemented by Laganside Corporation and private developers. EDAW LTD PLANNING, DESIGN AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WORLDWIDE PROJECT EXPERIENCE Barnsley Town Centre Development Framework Barnsley, England Client: Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council EDAW prepared a development framework for Barnsley town centre. In recent years the centre has suffered from competition from other shopping centres, declining customer spend, a poor image and continuing physical blight. Barnsley MBC and its partners had already commissioned a number of studies on the town centre. EDAW's role was to build on this work and accelerate the regeneration process. EDAW identified key projects within the town centre, reviewed their progress, identified problems and made clear and practical recommendations on how to take the projects forward. The work involved bringing together a wide range of key stakeholders in the town centre and securing their commitment to progressing the projects. These discussions, and the development framework, are generating a new confidence in the future of the town centre. The Final Report made recommendations on accelerating the physical regeneration of the town centre and creating 'visitor magnets' to diversify its role and improve its image. Barnsley MBC began implementing EDAW's recommendations in 1998. EDAW LTD PLANNING, DESIGN AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WORLDWIDE PROJECT EXPERIENCE 11111i On Coleraine Town Centre Northern Ireland Client: The Coleraine Town Centre Partnership EDAW prepared a Development Prospectus for Coleraine Town Centre on behalf of the Town Centre Partnership. The Prospectus builds on recent investment interest and draws on new themes of government policy. The aim is to ensure that the town centre competes effectively in the new Millennium. The Prospectus focuses of five connected strategic programmes: land use and property investment; townscape and urban design; movement and access; marketing and promotion and enterprise development. The Prospectus will generate private sector confidence in Coleraine through the actions and investment of the public sector. The Prospectus has been well received, a summary document has been published and has captured the imagination of public and private sector partners. EDAW LTD PLANNING, DESIGN AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WORLDWIDE Understanding of Key Issues Successful project design will require an understanding of the variety of uses and issues that make alleys complex yet vibrant places. Operational issues — Alleys are used for trash collection and other services. A friendly pedestrian environment will minimize distractions from the sights and smells of trash containers and will provide an overall perception of cleanliness. Trash collection alternatives, recycling options, and vehicular access and parking will be investigated through research and discussions with local service providers. Pedestrian safety issues — Alleys are often perceived as being unsafe environments, both at day and night. Vagrants can be a problem in Fort Collins as well and alley design should not encourage their presence. Potential design solutions will create a safe environment and communicate a sense of personal safety to the pedestrian. For example, upgrading the residential entry experience in the alley running from LaPorte to Mountain may create a safer environment. We will research lighting strategies, appropriate ways to eliminate hiding and sleeping places, creating clear lines of sight, and minimizing pedestrian/auto conflict. Formal security solutions, such as camera surveillance systems, will be investigated as well. Creating an attraction — Creating aesthetic and safe alleys may not be enough to attract people to them. It may be necessary to provide a commercial or retail draw, which may involve creating shop entrances along the alley, providing additional retail attractions, and incorporating outdoor seating adjacent to restaurants, bars and cafes. The restaurants and bars along Trimble Court could open to the alley and become part of the experience. Many European alleys and narrow streets are successful environments because they offer attractions. Creating an aesthetically rich and pleasing pedestrian environment — The aesthetic richness and dynamic qualities inherent in Fort Collins' alleys can be built upon in a variety of ways. We will research ways to incorporate planting and site furnishings into the alleys. Architectural features, such as porticoes and embellished doorways, will be considered. In addition, we will investigate other design elements that provide desirable spatial qualities. These may include human scale design features that people can relate to, artwork that adds variety and character, and gateways that announce and delineate the alleys. Retail and wayfinding signage — Alleys can potentially be confusing environments due to their visual complexity. It will be necessary to design signage that enhances the overall pedestrian environment aesthetically, while clearly locating retail establishments and assisting pedestrians with direction and wayfinding. ® Concept Designs for Downtown Alleys - 2 • Unique identity • Comprehensive package of thematic elements • Mid -block crossings • Individual landowner meetings • Extensive public process • CDOT coordination PROJECT EXPERIENCE Downtown Longmont Enhancements Project Longmont, Colorado Client: City of Longmont EDAW prepared a master plan and construction documents for circulation and aesthetic enhancements for an 8 block area in Downtown Longmont. Prelimi- nary circulation and parking alternatives were developed in the conceptual phase of this project to balance the needs of the pedestrian and vehicular users on Main Street. Special emphasis was placed on slowing the vehicular traffic to make Main Street a more pedestrian friendly environment while not dis- couraging retail traffic or impacting the adjacent residential neighborhoods. Main Street is a state highway, therefore, rerouting through -traffic away from the downtown was not an acceptable option. Investigating pedestrian crossing options for Main Street was a large part of the conceptual phase of the project. Through a series of task force, multi -departmental, CDOT, City Council, and individual landowner meetings, an acceptable option was selected. Corner bulb -outs, mid -block crossings, a landscaped median with emergency lane, and updated site improvements were all part of the enhancements. The design theme is distinctive and lively, combining historic character signage and site furnishings with more contemporary paving bands and planters. Pedes- trian lighting was refurbished with new fixtures that improved lighting while reducing glare. EDAW championed an art competition with the Art -in -Public Places Board resulting in 12 new pieces that serve as entries to the breezeways connecting Main Street to rear parking lots. The project has been immensely successful and well -received by local merchants and the community at -large. EDAW INC DESIGN, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTS WORLDWIDE PROJECT EXPERIENCE Washington Univ*rsity 8tudont Housing St. Louis, Missouri Client: Washington University EDAW provided a conceptual master plan for Washington University's South 40 buildings. The plan illustrates how the proposed expansion and renovation can be integrated with a strong pedestrian -oriented landscape to create a sense of residential community. The landscape needed to be appealing to the stu- dents and convey the feeling of quality and tradition, which was so prevalent on the academic campus. The major components of the plan are The Village Spine, a main pedestrian way connecting the core of the South 40 with the academic campus which establishes the image and feel of the residential village; The Commons and Promenade, a main central open space and primary social walkway which defines the Commons and provides for emergency and service access; Wohl Plaza, a central village plaza which reinforces Wohl Center as the hub of stu- dent activity; The Upper Terrace Streetscape, a reconstructed street leading to the village spine which emphasizes pedestrian circulation and minimizes vehicular circulation; The Middle Terrace Walkway, a residential scale circula- tion link which gives order to the Middle Terrace and provides for passive rec- reation; and Reorganized Shuttle and Vehicle Drop -Off at Wohl Center which creates an attractive arrival experience. EDAW INC DESIGN, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTS WORLDWIDE The first new "ground up" urban village in Arizona 30 acres • 450,000-square-foot mixed -use development within master planned community Landscape and streetscape elements strongly influenced by Sonoran desert environment PROJECT EXPERIENCE Kierland Commons Town Center Phoenix, Arizona Client: Woodbine Southwest Corporation Kierland Commons is a mixed -use town center located within the 730-acre Kierland master planned community at the edge of Scottsdale. The upscale development features a four star, Westin Resort hotel, commercial office space, retail shops and restaurants along a three -block Main Street. At its center is a town square featuring a unique interactive fountain whose design is based on the concept of water caught after a rainstorm in the recesses of desert rock formations. The unique forms and textures of the native Sonoran desert vegetation inspired Main Street and town square promote pedestrian atmosphere EDAW's landscape and environmental graphic design solutions. Pavement pat- terns in walkways and streets were inspired by the folds and spine patterns of saguaro and barrel cactus and other desert vegetation. Window canopies change from store to store, but all reflect a playful interplay between the sharp light and shade patterns found in the desert. EDAW INC DESIGN, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTS WORLDWIDE PROJECT EXPERIENCE Kalamazoo Downtown Projects Kalamazoo, Michigan Client: City of Kalamazoo, Downtown Kalamazoo Inc., and Kalamazoo Downtown Development Authority EDAW was retained by the City of Kalamazoo to assist in the implementation of the Downtown Plan. This project represents a serious commitment to ensuring the vitality of the downtown well into the 21st century. The resolution of current and future infrastructure demands (traffic flow and parking), combined with the design and completion of streetscape and gateway enhancements, and the reintroduction of vehicular traffic to the redesigned southern portion of the Kalamazoo Mall, creates an appropriate and exciting setting for the city. Also, it creates an attractive environment for cultivating private development interest and investment in downtown Kalamazoo. Urban design plans were developed around a "community quilt" theme incorporating many aspects of the city's rich cultural heritage. EDAIN INC DESIGN, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTS WORLDWIDE • Second largest historic cast iron district in the country • Stimulated over $100 million in private investment • Honor Award, Urban Design Category, American Society of Landscape Architects, Potomac Chapter • 'Building America" Construction Awards of Excellence, Associated Builders & Contractors of Kentuckiana, Inc. PROJECT EXPERIENCE Louisville West Main Street Cultural Arts District Louisville, Kentucky Client: City of Louisville, Office of Downtown Development Louisville's West Main Street cultural arts district is the second largest historic cast iron district in the country, after New York City's Soho. The seven -block collection of modern office towers, art galleries, specialty shops, and cultural diversions was once a forlorn and abandoned section of downtown. EDAW's urban design plan and streetscape master plan unify the street from west to east and showcase its illustrious architecture and 19th century ironwork. The urban design plan preserves the scale and character of the neighborhood, allowing for new growth, and promoting foot traffic between downtown and the river. The streetscape plan gives the cultural arts district a unique and colorful identity, highlighting the artistry of its cast iron elements. In addition to cast iron, other natural materials such as terra cotta and limestone are used in the various types of site furnishings found at key intersections and cultural facilities. Ironspot brick pavers and ironwood trees distinguish cast iron columns from masonry ones and mingle with other literal and interpretive design devices to merge past and present. EDAW INC DESIGN, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTS WORLDWIDE • High-tech urban business center concept L 7-1 eMain USA PROJECT EXPERIENCE Louisville, Kentucky Client: City of Louisville, Louisville Development Authority eMain USA is a six -block business neighborhood adjacent to Louisville's West Main Street Cultural Arts District, the new waterfront park and Louisville Slugger Field. By renovating existing buildings for technology use, eMain has become a unique urban center for e-commerce and services. The influx of technology -based businesses, plans for residential development, restaurants, entertainment venues and support businesses has created a lively environment for investment. The project goal was to create the premier physical location for businesses • 24-hour downtown and individuals involved in the virtual marketplace. The streetscape plan • Investment generator highlights the architecture of the district, focusing on the community's rich heritage. High-tech site furnishings are fabricated of materials commonly used in technology fields. Public art was also incorporated to visually affirm the city's commitment to progress and culture. eMain was made safe and attractive for both vehicles and pedestrians by providing ample green links to off-street parking. Sidewalks were expanded and enhanced to take advantage of open space and create chat room opportunities. The area also features an inspired lighting program for evening activities, including a web of fiber optics at each street intersection. EDAW INC DESIGN, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTS WORLDWIDE PROJECT EXPERIENCE Cathedral Quarter Belfast, Northern Ireland Client: Laganside Corporation EDAW led a multi -disciplinary team to prepare an integrated economic development strategy for the Northside area of central Belfast, one of the oldest districts in the City. The purpose of the masterplan was to reverse the decline of Northside as a commercial and retail area and to ensure that the area could again become a dynamic and competitive location in the heart of Belfast. Concept proposals were developed for the renamed 'Cathedral Quarter' to help create a new identity for the area as a basis for promoting private and public sector investment. The proposed strategy consisted of a series of interrelated programmes focusing on property development and diversification of uses, business development, access to opportunity, cultural development, conservation and urban design, public realm and traffic management, and promotion and marketing. Elements of the strategy are currently being implemented by Laganside Corporation and private developers. EDAW LTD PLANNING, DESIGN AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WORLDWIDE PROJECT EXPERIENCE Barnsley Town Centre Development Framework Barnsley, England Client: Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council EDAW prepared a development framework for Barnsley town centre. In recent years the centre has suffered from competition from other shopping centres, declining customer spend, a poor image and continuing physical blight. Barnsley MBC and its partners had already commissioned a number of studies on the town centre. EDAW's role was to build on this work and accelerate the regeneration process. EDAW identified key projects within the town centre, reviewed their progress, identified problems and made clear and practical recommendations on how to take the projects forward. The work involved bringing together a wide range of key stakeholders in the town centre and securing their commitment to progressing the projects. These discussions, and the development framework, are generating a new confidence in the future of the town centre. The Final Report made recommendations on accelerating the physical regeneration of the town centre and creating 'visitor magnets' to diversify its role and improve its image. Barnsley MBC began implementing EDAW's recommendations in 1998 EDAW LTD PLANNING, DESIGN AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WORLDWIDE PROJECT EXPERIENCE Coleraine Town Centre Northern Ireland Client: The Coleraine Town Centre Partnership EDAW prepared a Development Prospectus for Coleraine Town Centre on behalf of the Town Centre Partnership. The Prospectus builds on recent investment interest and draws on new themes of government policy. The aim is to ensure that the town centre competes effectively in the new Millennium. The Prospectus focuses of five connected strategic programmes: land use and property investment; townscape and urban design; movement and access; marketing and promotion and enterprise development. The Prospectus will generate private sector confidence in Coleraine through the actions and investment of the public sector. The Prospectus has been well received, a summary document has been published and has captured the imagination of public and private sector partners. EDAW LTD PLANNING, DESIGN AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WORLDWIDE Scope of Work Meet with client on site: Develop a consensus on overall approach and key issues. Conduct a site walk-through with client and city planners to establish opportunities and constraints. Research key issues: 0 Obtain example images and information, including work by city planners performed to date. 0 Determine appropriate responses to issues based on information obtained. Based on research, develop a set of design principles, including: 0 Graphic images (sketches and photos) that articulate the principles. 0 Written narrative describing why principles are important, why they are appropriate to Fort Collins, and strategies for implementation. Produce conceptual alley designs based on established design principles, including: 0 Annotated plan view drawings of both alleys. 0 Elevations and sections of key areas. 0 Annotated perspective drawings illustrating overall character of conceptual designs. • Meet with client to present drafts of the above products and receive feedback and direction Revise products according to client feedback. • Develop an opinion of budgetary costs to acquire materials and implement proposed conceptual designs. • Prepare a final design report. Products include: 0 8.5" x 11" color report of drawings and text descriptions. 0 CD of report, plans and drawings, suitable for reproduction and PowerPoint presentations. Examples of Perspective Drawings Example of Photosimulation ® Concept Designs for Downtown Alleys - 3 Fee Lump sum of $13,500, plus expenses. Needs • Current survey of both alley sites. • Current building plans. • Available infrastructure information. Additional Services Surveying. Additional site visits and presentations. Computer simulations. Schedule Complete conceptual design report by July 2, 2004. ® Concept Designs for Downtown Alleys - 4 The Team EDAW Inc. Jana McKenzie, Principal, Project Manager Jana McKenzie is a Landscape Architect with a broad range of experience with public and private client projects, including streetscape design, parks, trails, resource management, design guidelines, community master planning and transportation facility design. Jana has practiced for over twenty years in downtown Fort Collins. Jana was the project manager for the Longmont Streetscape Beautification project in Longmont, Colorado and Principal -in -Charge of the Centerra Streetscape Design Guidelines in Loveland. Denise George, Urban Designer Denise George has a wide range of experience throughout the western half of the United States as well as internationally. With a Masters in Urban Design from Harvard University, she has extensive experience as a project designer and project manager for both small and large-scale development projects. Her experience encompasses urban design, resort development, community design, community parks, trailway corridors, golf course amenities, mixed use master planned communities and transportation related projects. Denise developed designs and sketches for the Kierland Commons Town Center in Phoenix, Arizona, an urban environment that also incorporated design for wayfinding and identity signage. Craig Russell, Associate, Landscape Architect Craig Russell is a landscape architect and an accomplished illustrator. He has extensive experience in campus design, transportation corridor design, and urban/streetscape design. Craig was the project landscape architect on the Washington University Student Housing project, Trinidad Viaduct Reconstruction and Streetscape Design, and the Washington University Medical Center Streetscape Design. Paul Mills, Associate, Landscape Architect Paul Mills is a landscape architect with a broad range of experience within the profession. His work has included urban design, open space and parkland projects; residential communities; commercial centers; and private residences. His work has encompassed projects in Australia and projects within the United States of America. He has lent his design skills to a variety of urban design projects and guidelines in Brisbane, Australia. The Architects' Studio Carr Bieker, Architect Carr Bieker is a Principal with The Architects' Studio and has over 30 years experience in urban planning and redevelopment projects, sustainable design standards, retail centers, retail shops, industrial buildings, schools, parks, office buildings, housing, and historic renovation/restorations. Examples of his work include the Northland Redevelopment Project, an 18 acre commercial /retail project for redevelopment in Thornton, Colorado; South Beach Redevelopment Study, Miami Beach, FL; Avert Inc, a 20,000 sf corporate office in Old Town Fort Collins; and The Center for Advanced Technology Master Plan, CSU Research Foundation, Fort Collins. CO. Carr has worked with EDAW for over 20 years on diverse projects, most recently the architectural, environmental and sustainable components of the Fort Greely, Alaska Installation Development Guidelines. Concept Designs for Downtown Alleys - 5 EDAW INC 240 EAST MOUNTAIN AVENUE FORT COLLINS COLORADO 80524 April 30, 2004 Mr. Chip Steiner, Executive Director TEL 970 484 6073 Downtown Development Authority FAX 970 484 8518 19 Old Town Square, Suite 230 Fort Collins, CO 80524 www.edaw.com Re: Concept Designs for Downtown Alleys — Proposal Number P-937 Dear Chip: We are pleased to present this proposal for conceptual design services for Downtown Alleys in Fort Collins. Our team is excited about the opportunity to be involved in a project that could bring additional vitality to the core of the city where we live and work. As an international firm, EDAW can bring a broad resource of knowledge and expertise to the project, while possessing talented local urban designers who understand the critical issues and unique needs of Fort Collins as a community. We are very interested in working with the City of Fort Collins on this project, and offer a team that is committed to creation of appropriate solutions and exceptional service. Please let us know if you have any questions or need additional information. Sincerely, Jana Dewey McKenzie, ASLA Principal UNITED STATES EUROPE AUSTRALIA ASIA DESIGN, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTS WORLDWIDE Scope of Work Meet with client on site: Develop a consensus on overall approach and key issues. Conduct a site walk-through with client and city planners to establish opportunities and constraints. Research key issues: o Obtain example images and information, including work by city planners performed to date. 0 Determine appropriate responses to issues based on information obtained. Based on research, develop a set of design principles, including: 0 Graphic images (sketches and photos) that articulate the principles. 0 Written narrative describing why principles are important, why they are appropriate to Fort Collins, and strategies for implementation. Produce conceptual alley designs based on established design principles, including: 0 Annotated plan view drawings of both alleys. 0 Elevations and sections of key areas. 0 Annotated perspective drawings illustrating overall character of conceptual designs. • Meet with client to present drafts of the above products and receive feedback and direction Revise products according to client feedback. • Develop an opinion of budgetary costs to acquire materials and implement proposed conceptual designs. • Prepare a final design report. Products include: 0 8.5" x 11" color report of drawings and text descriptions. 0 CD of report, plans and drawings, suitable for reproduction and PowerPoint presentations. Examples of Perspective Drawings W ACIII \�.I�IV I VI�I.N III\ NI1�110 lY\ Example of Photosimulation ® Concept Designs for Downtown Alleys - 3 Fee Lump sum of $13,500, plus expenses. Needs • Current survey of both alley sites. • Current building plans. • Available infrastructure information. Additional Services Surveying. Additional site visits and presentations. Computer simulations. Schedule Complete conceptual design report by July 2, 2004. ® Concept Designs for Downtown Alleys - 4 Understanding of Key Issues Successful project design will require an understanding of the variety of uses and issues that make alleys complex yet vibrant places. • Operational issues - Alleys are used for trash collection and other services. A friendly pedestrian environment will minimize distractions from the sights and smells of trash containers and will provide an overall perception of cleanliness. Trash collection alternatives, recycling options, and vehicular access and parking will be investigated through research and discussions with local service providers. • Pedestrian safety issues - Alleys are often perceived as being unsafe environments, both at day and night. Vagrants can be a problem in Fort Collins as well and alley design should not encourage their presence. Potential design solutions will create a safe environment and communicate a sense of personal safety to the pedestrian. For example, upgrading the residential entry experience in the alley running from LaPorte to Mountain may create a safer environment. We will research lighting strategies, appropriate ways to eliminate hiding and sleeping places, creating clear lines of sight, and minimizing pedestrian/auto conflict. Formal security solutions, such as camera surveillance systems, will be investigated as well. • Creating an attraction - Creating aesthetic and safe alleys may not be enough to attract people to them. It may be necessary to provide a commercial or retail draw, which may involve creating shop entrances along the alley, providing additional retail attractions, and incorporating outdoor seating adjacent to restaurants, bars and cafes. The restaurants and bars along Trimble Court could open to the alley and become part of the experience. Many European alleys and narrow streets are successful environments because they offer attractions. • Creating an aesthetically rich and pleasing pedestrian environment - The aesthetic richness and dynamic qualities inherent in Fort Collins' alleys can be built upon in a variety of ways. We will research ways to incorporate planting and site furnishings into the alleys. Architectural features, such as porticoes and embellished doorways, will be considered. In addition, we will investigate other design elements that provide desirable spatial qualities. These may include human scale design features that people can relate to, artwork that adds variety and character, and gateways that announce and delineate the alleys. • Retail and wayfinding signage - Alleys can potentially be confusing environments due to their visual complexity. It will be necessary to design signage that enhances the overall pedestrian environment aesthetically; while clearly locating retail establishments and assisting pedestrians with direction and wayfinding. ® Concept Designs for Downtown Alleys - 2