Landscape Concepts Survey by https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c Please rate each item from 1-5 stars based on your preference. You may enter comments at the bottom of each concept as well. - SCROLL TO VIEW ALL OR CLICK TO ENLARGE - en-us 2025-06-02 22:16:06 UTC 2025-06-25 03:54:20 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads-usc1.storage.googleapis.com/2866714479/83d3f818b51615c639837a17773a61e8/Choose_Santa_Cruz_Grey_Diamond.png Glass economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477876689 Creative lit artworks using glass, metal, and concrete, gathered at least in part through a recycled glass program.

]]> 2025-06-03 22:51:18 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477876689 Upright Monument Sign economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477877872 Artist heart form monument welcome signage, with recycled glass tile mosaic lighted interior, reflective of ocean waves.

]]> 2025-06-03 22:54:09 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477877872 Stone economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477878092 Traditional natural boulder signage with laser cut lettering.

]]> 2025-06-03 22:54:38 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477878092 Artistic signage economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477878394 "The symbolism behind this idea is that through the diverse ecosystem provided by this land, it also created a

diverse community that supports each other, are stronger together. The sum is greater than its parts. Through

our unique attributes as a community, together, we all make Santa Cruz our home."

]]> 2025-06-03 22:55:13 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477878394 Low Split Rail Style Fence economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477880198 A classical rural style fence, which might be constructed of wood or form molded concrete in a wood motif.

]]> 2025-06-03 22:58:54 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477880198 Upright Steel Slats (Core-Ten) economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477881379 Embedded weathered steel slats with minimal cross bracing create and upright element with a varied upper edge reminiscent of wave motion.

]]> 2025-06-03 23:01:10 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477881379 Welded Wire Mesh economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477885936 Tall weld wire mesh fencing has fades into the background, while providing superior access control to discourage unwanted activity.

]]> 2025-06-03 23:08:40 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477885936 Rugged Stone Surfacing economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477886719 Creatively inlaid stonework between plantings intended to create contrast and disrupt unwanted activity in the problem areas.

]]> 2025-06-03 23:10:19 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477886719 Aluminum Panels economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477890751 Durable powder coated aluminum panels with cut out forms that review artist forms as a viewer passes by.

]]> 2025-06-03 23:17:05 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477890751 Mixed Materials (Concrete & Bronze) economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477892895 High quality and striking bronze sculptural elements, with lighted accent signage, all mounted atop decorative concrete posts. NOTE: will likely require additional fundraising, which may impact project delivery and/or timing.

]]> 2025-06-03 23:20:31 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477892895 Mixed Materials (Wood, Plastics, Cloth, and Concrete) economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477893150 Resting atop a decorative concrete base, the "Santa Cruz - Where Nature is Home" sign (by Marzan & Idea Fab Labs) would be constructed of redwood with replaceable polytab cloth inserts depicting iconic Santa Cruz imagery.

]]> 2025-06-03 23:20:59 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477893150 Mixed Materials (Fiberglass, Metal, and Recycled Materials) economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477894710 Artistic community quilting will provide distinctive patterns made of recycled materials for metal framed mushrooms coated with a durable fire retardant, fiberglass.

]]> 2025-06-03 23:22:45 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477894710 Native Plants economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477897249 Native plants selected for compatibility with the redwoods, drought tolerance, and ease of maintenance.

]]> 2025-06-03 23:26:21 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477897249 Artful surfacing economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477897663 Integration of artful surfacing, or glass mosaic pathways (like the one shown here by Chris Mosley).

]]> 2025-06-03 23:26:46 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477897663 Overhead Archway economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477899341 Welcome arch spanning the south bound lane of Ocean Street, depicting natural elements like Santa Cruz' kelp forests, and wave form inlaid piling supports and highlighting surfing as a major recreational activity in Santa Cruz.

]]> 2025-06-03 23:28:54 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477899341 No Fence economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477900060 No fencing would be provided.

]]> 2025-06-03 23:30:01 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3477900060 Access at Edges Only economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479228063 Access to the space and artwork would focus on the edges of the space and be discouraged within the site. pictures of artwork and signage are possible largely from areas near or on existing sidewalks.

]]> 2025-06-04 18:54:01 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479228063 Edge Pathway with stone seating economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479231324 Access pathways to designated seating areas are provided with stones for seating and framing pictures. Design aims to reduce access near busiest parts of Ocean Street Gateway.

]]> 2025-06-04 18:57:50 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479231324 Sample viewing areas economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479232946 A handful of select art pieces are made available for access and pictures near existing walkways, while the site design largely restricts access to most pieces through durable surface stonework, plantings, and/or fencing.

]]> 2025-06-04 19:00:32 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479232946 No site access economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479235426 No interior site access is provided. In this case the artwork (large archway) is clearly visible from some distance and pictures are largely desire to capture it in its entirety from afar. Visibility is best achieved by car, from existing paths, or crosswalks.

]]> 2025-06-04 19:03:35 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479235426 Monumental Stonework economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479236465 Large slabs of natural stone create contrast to the trees, landscape, and art features and convey a sense of permanence and significance.

]]> 2025-06-04 19:05:32 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479236465 Wetland Inspired economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479240933 Lowered ground plane to capture surface stormwater with varied elevation and wetland inspired plantings.

]]> 2025-06-04 19:12:30 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479240933 Redwood Forest Inspired economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479243773 Natural plantings more typically found beneath redwoods, with limited accent plants for color and impact. NOTE: Some typical forest species may not thrive in the urban setting of the site.

]]> 2025-06-04 19:17:07 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479243773 Low Monument Wall economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479244814 Low monumental wall or landscape retaining wall with attached lettering.

]]> 2025-06-04 19:18:35 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479244814 Decorative Highlights economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479253748 Prioritizing plant selection for visual impact and appearance, as well as sustainability and ease of maintenance. NOTE: Plants may not necessarily be native.

]]> 2025-06-04 19:31:31 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3479253748 3D Printed Recycled Filament economicdevelopment1 https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3484496097 Through partnership with Santa Cruz based startup - Swellcycle, Mary Tartaro's Recycledelic mushrooms could be crafted of recycled 3D printed filaments, and lit from within. This alternative fabrication method could yield greater control and durability of materials. It also enables more vivid lighting displays, while showcasing local innovation.

]]> 2025-06-10 04:31:20 UTC https://padlet.com/economicdevelopment1/785w8esh5kw4h53c/wish/3484496097