Friday morning, on our way to the Guggenheim, we were strolling alongside the outskirts of Central Park and an uppity real estate area. The outer branches of the park's bordering trees created a nice shade and a view that was aesthetically pleasing to look out. I turned to Mrs. Haney and said, "I know this sounds straight out of Mississippi, but I sort of feel like I'm in the Grove right now." She then preceded to tell me about Frank law Olmsted.
During the 1850s, people began to consider the beautification of cities and how it could aid in viewer attraction and create happiness. This became known as the City Beautiful Movement. Frederick law Olmsted played a leading role in this movement and has long be known as the founder of American landscape architecture.Olmsted and a man by the name of Calvert Vaux, created Greensward, their entry for design that was entered into the Central Park design competition of 1858. It was chosen as the park's design, leading Olmsted to serve as chief architect. The park's design includes many of
Olmsted's recognizable trademarks, such as winding paths, scenic views and large open areas.
So, do these trademarks sound familiar to y'all? Olmsted was also behind the initial Grove design. Yep, that's right. Our good "Ole" university brought in the father of landscape architecture to map out a design for The Grove!
I'm excited that NYC contains a beautiful area that we can all feel at home in. I wonder if Eli ever attempts to pitch a tent and set up tailgate in Central Park? haha.
I used some information for this blog from www.franklawolmsted.com
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