Concept 2

The vision for concept two also includes a mix of retail, residential and office space. In this plan, parking is also located primarily on-street and behind, instead of in front of, buildings.

Pedestrian circulation is encouraged through several new avenues and greenspaces. A central urban park, illustrated in the plan serves as a public gathering space for outside concerts and events. A pedestrian walkway with a series of water features is a fundamental element of this plan. The axis of the pedestrian walk is terminated with a view of the Centerville water tower.

The illustrated series of pools are located along the north side of the proposed park; nearby benches and street trees are also illustrated. Those that work, live and shop in the downtown will enjoy the sound of moving water and the cooling effect of the pools and shade trees.

To improve the transition from the most urban areas of downtown to the existing, adjacent residential neighborhoods, building height and massing should decrease incrementally. This will make the downtown more compatible and bring the districts together rather than creating an abrupt demarcation between the two.

Mixed use building and trees at the corner of Houston Lake Rd.
and Gunn Rd. signal a sense of arrival.

Bird’s eye view of concept 2, illustrating the town center park,
mixed use buildings and the Centerville water tower terminating an important vista.

View of pedestrian walkway lined with mixed-use businesses.