Historic Heart and Soul Park

Project Type: Park and Recreation
Size: 37,479 Square Feet (.86 Acre)
Cost of Construction: $2.5M
Location: West Palm Beach, FL
Unique Design Characteristics or Major Space: Incorporating public art into the design and integrating the musical theme into the physical elements of the park.

Our Firm engaged the historic N.W. community in a design charrette to create a park design with full community collaboration. We also selected the name of the park “The Historic Heart and Soul Park” during our community outreach. The park is located directly across the street from the Historic Sunset Jazz Lounge, which is planned to be renovated. The theme of the park is to integrate history, music, and art while providing an engaging and relaxing space for users of all ages.  The park combines features of a neighborhood park with open space and an urban plaza that can facilitate special events such as Farmer’s Markets, Festivals, and Concerts.

Key park amenities include a heritage trail, water feature, stage, butterfly garden, musical-themed playground, grass mounds, seating, entry features, and interactive musical instruments.