Children’s Gateway
Turning a wall that separates into a gateway that connects
Built adjacent to a public elementary school, this park consists of an outdoor gathering circle constructed of cedar and a sculptural gateway made of recycled brick, local river-rock and iron. The gateway allows children living in the neighborhood apartments to use the playground after school hours. The gathering circle serves as an outdoor classroom for teachers and students. This park was made possible through the grassroots efforts of individuals, local businesses and the City of Issaquah.
- Year:
- 1998
- Location:
- Issaquah, Washington
- Partner:
- Issaquah Valley Elementary School
- Funding:
- Port Blakely Communities Inc., R. Hayes and Sons, Issaquah Arts Commission, City of Issaquah, Rowley Enterprises, Windermere employees
- Lead Designer:
- Milenko Matanovic
- Landscape Architect:
- Richard VanDeMark
- Stone/Brick Artist:
- Heinz Sodamin
- Wood Artist:
- Chiaki Takanohara
- Metal Artist:
- David Tuthill
- Volunteer Hours:
- 1,200
