Sullivan Central Plaza Archway

Sullivan Central Plaza Archway

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Sullivan, IN

Central Plaza Archway

The City of Sullivan has continued efforts to develop the previous Central Plaza School site into a vibrant public space following the creation of the Sullivan Civic Center anchoring the north end of the site. Development plans call for the creation of a public event lawn, amphitheater, and splash pad, with a grand entry to the site on the southeast corner, directly across from City Hall. 

HWC designed and detailed this entry archway for the City of Sullivan as part of READI funding allocated to the City and as the first phase of developing the Central Plaza park space. 

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New Albany Silver Creek Trail + Kayak Launch

New Albany Silver Creek Trail + Kayak Launch

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New Albany, IN

Silver Creek Landing and Trail

HWC provided survey, design, and construction services for the new Silver Creek Landing and Trail facilities in New Albany, Indiana. Historically a popular gathering spot for over 100 years, the project provides additional safety for existing area users through bank stabilization. Providing connectivity between the trailhead on Providence Way and the Ohio River Greenway near the Loop Island Wetland Park, the approximate half-mile, shared-use concrete walkway opens accessibility to the waterway for all users. Located along the existing Ohio River levee, the project provides safe access for various uses, including the new kayak/canoe launch point and the overlook for Ohio River/Silver Creek scenic viewing.

Permits required included IDEM 401/USACOE 404, USACOE 408, IDNR Construction in Floodway, and IDEM CSGP.

Landscape architecture

Franklin King Street Corridor

Franklin King Street Corridor

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Franklin, IN

King Street Corridor

The King Street corridor provides an impactful gateway statement into Franklin. Main project elements include entry towers with vertical storyboards made of color-changing glass, a planted boulevard, trail amenities with nodes reflecting community history, and custom shade structures. All elements are connected by strategic lighting and landscaping. Over time, the mature landscape will establish a dynamic linear park experience. HWC led a talented team of designers and fabricators including Cornerstone, Landtech, Circle Design Group, Smock-Fansler, and GRT Glass Design to implement this transformative project.

Recipient of the 2020 Monumental Merit Award

Landscape architecture

North Vernon City Center Plaza and Streetscape

North Vernon City Center Plaza and Streetscape

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North Vernon, IN

City Center Plaza and Streetscape

HWC provided design and construction inspection services for downtown streetscape along 5th Street, 4th Street, Madison Avenue, and O&M Avenue in North Vernon, Indiana. Additionally, HWC was responsible for the planning and design of the City Center Plaza, which sits within the previous right-of-way of Short Street along Madison Avenue. The project not only improved pedestrian and vehicular circulation, but also highlighted community history in design details and added beautification through special paving, street trees, custom metal features, and ornamental lighting.
Indiana Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects Award Winner
Landscape architecture

Seymour Burkhart Plaza

Seymour Burkhart Plaza

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Seymour, IN

Burkhart Plaza

St. Louis Avenue is located in the heart of downtown Seymour.

HWC worked closely with the City to develop a design focused on strengthening the connection between St. Louis Avenue and the rest of downtown to bring a sense of vibrancy to the community. Music has always been a significant part of the local culture. Well known singer-songwriter John Mellencamp, a Seymour native, wrote the song “Small Town” about the City. The design team drew on this history and significance of music for the conceptual design.

A curbless street was designed to accommodate Seymour’s annual Oktoberfest and other local events. The site features a play mound with sculptural play pieces, an interactive sign, a trellis with porch-style swings, café tables and chairs, musical play instruments, and a custom paving band and seat wall inspired by the shape of a guitar. Green infrastructure was utilized to reduce stormwater runoff by incorporating large infiltration lawn areas along the street edge.

As the third downtown revitalization project HWC has helped Seymour complete in recent years, Burkhart Plaza is part of an ongoing effort to renew the City while honoring the history and culture of this unique community.

Indiana Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects Award Winner

Landscape Architecture