New renderings have been released, giving us a few more clues as to what the “Under-I Project” could end up looking like. The 9.75-acre urban community park will quite literally be located under the I-4 bridge decks in downtown Orlando on property that belongs to FDOT.
Under-I Project | Renderings via City of Orlando
The renderings of the space feature five blocks: Heritage Block, Sports Block, Play Block, Unity Block, and Market Block. Think of it as a giant outdoors Armature Works concept. Construction is expected to begin the summer of 2021 after the I-4 Ultimate construction project wraps up next year.
Sports Block
Under-I Project | Renderings via City of Orlando
Bounded by W. Washington St. + W. Central Blvd., this block will feature:
- An indoor-size soccer field, two futsal pitches, four basketball + multi-purpose courts, a space for shuffleboard, and a CrossFit facility.
- ¼ mile running track.
- Table sports – like checkers, dominos + ping pong.
- Picnic tables, restrooms, and a two-story park administration pavilion.
- An area for food trucks and other tournament activities.
Heritage Block
Under-I Project | Renderings via City of Orlando
North of W. Washington St., this block will feature:
- Three interchangeable mural walls.
- The Parramore Heritage Walk that highlights significant Parramore figures.
- A gateway to the Parramore neighborhood.
Play Block
Under-I Project | Renderings via City of Orlando
Between W. Central Blvd. and W. Pine St., this space will feature:
- “Super Swings” – with musical + LED lights.
- A Big Dig sandbox.
- An accessible playground.
- Family restrooms, a fence, picnic tables, and seat walls.
- A splash pad with special drainage and pumps.
- A kid’s sculpture garden with public art opportunities.
Unity Block
Under-I Project | Renderings via City of Orlando
Between W. Pine St. and W. Church St., this space will feature:
- A Walk of Light.
- Pop-up event spaces for music, theatre, drum circles, and dance.
- Games like life-size chess.
- A skatepark.
- Four pride pillars.
- Outdoor classrooms for yoga, Zumba, jazzercise + more.
- Hometown hero walk of fame.
Market Block
Under-I Project | Renderings via City of Orlando
Southside of W. Church St., this space will feature:
- Vendor kiosks secured for semi or regular use.
- Vendor tents for special event opportunities.
- Vendor pavilions for long-term vendor locations.
- A Church Street mural wall + pathway for patrons to stroll the market.
- Vehicular access to vendors.
