Simpson Pavilion Plans Unveiled

On Tuesday Dec. 17, GreenWorks and Opsis Architects presented concept drawings for a multi-purpose recreation pavilion to the Bend Parks & Recreation Department (BPRD) Board of Directors. The approximately 30,000 sf covered, open-air pavilion will host a variety of activities, including a seasonal NHL-size ice rink from November through March, and multi-sports courts including tennis, basketball, and pickleball from April through October. The 3.3 acre site will accommodate the iconic pavilion structure and support facilities that will house a lobby, customer service area, restrooms, & locker rooms, as well as an “eco” parking lot and entry plaza. In addition, a courtyard green and flexible lawn spaces adjacent to the pavilion will provide outdoor spaces for a variety of community events. Click here to watch a brief local news piece that aired the evening of the presentation. Click here for the BPRD project web site for additional information.

Happy Holidays from GreenWorks!

Mike Abbaté Honored by American Society of Landscape Architects at National Meeting

Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) Director Mike Abbaté received a prestigious fellowship from the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) last week at ASLA’s national conference in Boston. As GreenWorks co-founder and friend, we congratulate Mike for his dedication to the profession. His 27-year career in the Pacific Northwest is distinguished by exceptional design, leadership, and management in all of his professional and volunteer endeavors. Click here for more details. Congratulations, Mike!