PALEY PARK

     In the middle of one of the 50's block in midtown Manhattan, Paley Park, a small and intimate space is built.  This park even though very small in area - probably one of the smallest in the city - attracts a good number of users.  Besides the seating provided, with movable chairs and tables the space has a water wall that not only cools the space during the summer but also neutralizes the noise for the vehicular traffic with its sound.

With its location in the middle of office buildings,office workers during lunch breaks visit this park for a quick get away from the daily grind. The location of this space - hidden in the middle of the block - also makes it a quiet place to run to, an oasis within the loud city.  The chairs at this park work well for the visitors, some of whom have their lunch in this park.  The water feature is perhaps the highlight of this space. Covering the whole back wall of the space its huge scale compared to the small size of the park makes it the one feature that cannot be missed in this space.

Entrance to Paley Park

Seating for individuals and small groups

The water feature - Paley Park's main attraction.

Water fountain for the public use.

                                                          Steps leading into the park

                                                         Seating close to water feature

                                                        Residential units surrounding the park

                                                               Flower arrangements

                                                          Service room close to entrance