Bryant Park
Bryant Park is located in midtown adjacent to the Public Library. This green space is a haven within the city, ideal for pedestrians who need a pleasant environment to relax in and office workers who need to take a break.
The avenues are lined with London Plane trees which gives a distinctive European feel, as a contrast to the typical New York scene. When entering the park the trees transform the environment instantly, and one forgets this is a busy urban city.
There are many access points with stairs and ramps for the disabled that open up the park to the public. The moveable chairs work extremely well allowing people the freedom to choose where they relax, creating an informal and inviting environment, which contributes to the success of the park.
Ivy acts as an effective green boundary creating a separation from the hard materials of buildings outside the park.
On the terrace the patterned paving of granite, bluestone, and cobbles add interest.
