Conception Bay South Community Park

Client

Town of Conception Bay South

Location

Conception Bay South, NL

Date Completed

January 2023

Project Team

HW Architecture, RAN Engineering, Dillon Consulting

Project Summary

The Town of Conception Bay South has transformed a 1.3-hectare property along the scenic shoreline of Long Pond into a signature, year-round community park. Phase 1 construction consisted of a parking area, pedestrian and service vehicle access, storm water infrastructure, underground services, and the installation of an accessible play space. Phase 2, led by Mills & Wright and its multidisciplinary team, featured the highlight of the park: a combination splash pad and refrigerated skating surface; the first of its kind in Newfoundland & Labrador. The design also features a contemporary park building which provides washrooms, change rooms, equipment, and storage, as well as a small performance area overlooking Long Pond which supports impromptu performances and other community events. The park aims to be as inclusive as possible by providing accessible surfaces and pedestrian-scale LED lighting throughout.