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The transportation circulation through the site allows for the available park space to be partitioned. Each partition responds to the needs of the surrounding context to promote engagement and build identity. The family and recreation portions are designed to benefit the Hill District, based on their needs positively. Currently, the Hill District is challenged with a lack of park space, grocery access, limited public transportation, and poor walkability. The leisure park links the PPG arena where the Pittsburgh Penguins play to the proposed design of the multimodal transportation hub. This park is an ideal location for large gathering events such as arts and craft fairs or a winter hockey rink. The Urban Park is the front door for anyone coming from Downtown to visit the site. They will have access to a food truck court, ample seating for lunch breaks, and a quiet nature trail. The rooftop park connects to all portions and is designed for movement and assembly. There is an overlook offering fantastic views of the city at the Western edge of the rooftop park. There is also a large walkable ramp that connects the city level to the rooftop level. Figure 40 (Left) Site Partitioning
This diagram shows the strategy for partitioning the park into smaller, but interconnected parks.
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