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RIVERSIDE PLAZA

Medford, MA

CLIENT | City of Medford

DATE | 2018

MARKET | Parks, Plazas

*work completed at C|S|S. Emily was the landscape architect for all phases of this project, schematic design through construction and served as a construction clerk consultant to the City of Medford while at C|S|S. 

PROJECT SUMMARY

Riverside Plaza is a 0.25-acre public gathering space in the heart of historic Medford, MA. The project transformed the site into a vibrant hub for passive recreation, cultural activities, and public events. A comprehensive signage and wayfinding plan connects the plaza to a larger network of open spaces along the Mystic River, as well as walking and biking routes linking key cultural and historic sites throughout the city. Amenities include enhanced lighting, a public performance stage, exercise and bicycle facilities, rain gardens, street trees, music and play elements, and both permanent and flexible seating.

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