May 2023
High-Profile Focus: Landscape Architecture and Civil Engineering
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TFMoran Landscape Architects Revitalize Historic Park Derry, NH – Revitalization efforts are ongoing at the historic Hood Park in Derry. The project aims to enhance the community’s enjoyment of Hood Park by improving existing features and adding new features including a pickleball court, splash pad, and playground; new and improved nature trails; a pond water feature; and landscaping improvements. The park was established in 1938, named after the prominent Hood family and dairy company. Hood Park is located alongside Hood Pond, which was once used as a swimming hole. The pond area is still open for fishing but is unsuitable for swimming due to bacteria. Other existing amenities include basketball courts, a street hockey court, shuffleboard courts, a playground, picnic area, and walking trails. The design of the project is about the town of Derry: its people, and all that it represents in an outdoor recreational environment for all to enjoy. In 2020, the Town of Derry gathered input from the community to learn about their preferences and ideas for the future of Hood Park. TFMoran Landscape Architects brought the project to life while maintaining a practical focus on delivering a buildable project for the town. Elements of the project were designed
Hood Park playground / Rendering courtesy of MRC Recreation
with safety and security in mind. Ease of maintenance was at the forefront of the design; when possible, native plant materials were selected to minimize long-term watering requirements. Irrigation was provided only where needed, and a designated space for snow storage was considered. The natural landscape is enhanced by multi-use paths throughout the property. Construction is expected to begin this spring.
Splash pad / Rendering courtesy of Rain Drop Products
Concept plan / Courtesy of TFMoran
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