Reclaiming Neglected Spaces for Public Use

Phase 1 of Toronto’s Underpass Park with amenities such as benches and LED spotlights opened recently. It is situated beneath the confluence of the Richmond St., Adelaide St. and Eastern Ave. overpasses, just west of the Don River. It has successfully converted a desolate and neglected stretch of space for public use. Phase 2 is under construction which would be as green as possible, with shrubbery and grass. This is the first such park in Toronto.

“Underpass parks aren’t uncommon in other parts of the world. At one park in Tokyo, bustling farmers’ markets are held every evening. At another in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, boxing matches take place on the weekends.”



Reference: Aulakh, Raveena, Underpass Park in Toronto: Opens world of possibilities for Gardiner Expressway, The Star, July 28, 2012
 

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