Orange County Great Park
Orange County, CAOlin Partnership, landscape architect
Lighting interlays aesthetics into the multiple practical solutions required by the park’s diverse uses, visitors and inhabitants.
Play of Light—Tiny reflectors reveal magic in the massive earthworks.
Moving with the wind, they reflect sunlight during the day and the moon at night—adding wonder and sparkle without disturbing the natural environment.
Way Finding—Addresses:safe passage for park uses with attention to particular visual needs of seniors:different requirements of pedestrians, bicyclists and necessary motor vehicles.orientation,entrances/exits, major/minor routes:linkages between park and surrounding neighborhoods.
Recreation & Destinations—Lively and bright lighting illuminates activities and draws public to Sports Park, plaza, museums and amphitheatre.
Meditative Space—Gentle, low level lighting encourages visits to gardens.
Natural Systems—Darkness in wilderness/riparian corridors and minimal lighting in agriculture/open space leaves essential habitats undisturbed.
Sustainability—Economy of design utilizes energy-efficient sources and achieves maximal effect from each lighting fixture.
