Harley ride birthday transfer – Patricia 15.11.20

Trish contacted us to organise the Harley ride birthday transfer. It’s her birthday and as she does every year, she celebrates in style. As we all know, Harleys are loud and attention getting. She wanted to arrive at her party in style and loudly. So, she asked us to organise 3 Harleys, one for her to ride on and the other two for the sound effects. It was also thought that the 3 Harleys in convoy would attract a lot of attention. They sure did!

3 Harley riders

3 Harley riders arrived at Trish’s house in the inner west. One of our riders, Jungle, lives close by so he knew all the roads and routes. Some of Trish’s family got lost when they arrived at the drop off party boat area so Jungle was able to direct them via a chat app.

Inner west

Our passenger wanted to stop a few times for photos and we were happy to oblige. Jungle led the Harley convoy, they rode along part of the Inner West suburbs of Drummoyne, Leichhardt, Lillyfield and Rozelle. Following the shoreline of Iron Cove, which is part of the Parramatta River, they saw some lovely water views. This is where the photo was taken. It is part of the 7 km long Bay Run. So far, the fun Harley ride birthday transfer was a huge success, Trish loved it.

Birkenhead Point Marina

However, our riders headed to the drop off place because time was almost up. The party boat was the drop off point. The Boat cruises Sydney Harbour after leaving from Birkenhead Point Marina. Importantly, our riders arrived exactly on time and they made a grand entrance. Everybody looked and smiled, it was very impressive. Her party guests were very impressed! In conclusion, the Harley ride birthday transfer was a big hit – attention grabbing, loud and fun.

Loving Trish’s outlook on life. Trish wrote to me while we were organising the final details:

Hi Katrina,
Every birthday its a big birthday for me! I just love to celebrate life!
We live only ones, if I don’t do what I want now, I never will.
Let’s party!!
Thanks heaps.
Regards, Trish 

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Trike tour for disability passengers – Trusted Travel 12.11.20

The organiser for Trusted Travel contacted us to organise another trike tour for disability passengers. We have plenty of experience with passengers who have a disability of some degree. Trusted Travel provides supported holidays which are a great way to meet new friends and share your experiences. They are also a service of The Disability Trust. There were 8 passengers so we organised four trikes with riders.

Our trike riders arrived at the hotel before the start time. They kitted the passengers with helmets and jackets before helping them onto the trikes. Firstly, they rode over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. We always tell our passengers to look up and enjoy the unique view. The more than 6,000,000 rivets are so interesting and the arch is so iconic.

Kirribilli

Next, after riding across the Harbour Bridge they rode past Kirribilli House. Kirribilli House is the secondary official residence of the Prime Minister of Australia. After that, they rode around the corner to Jeffrey Street Wharf. From here, the views across Sydney Harbour towards the Sydney Opera House and the CBD are magnificent. In addition, it also has an up-close view of the side and underneath of the bridge. A perfect place to stop for photos.

The Kirribilli Loop

They rode under the north side of the bridge and continued on their tour. The underside of the northern end of the SHB – Sydney Harbour Bridge – is very interesting. The Kirribilli Loop was finished by riding past Luna Park and the North Sydney Olympic Pool. So far, the trike tour for disability passengers was a huge success.

They continued riding on through North Sydney and Crows Nest before joining River Road. It is a fun road to ride on. River Road leads to Burns Bay Road which, in turn, leads to another bridge but not one of the main three.

Fig Tree Bridge, Tarban Creek Bridge, Gladesville Bridge

The Fig Tree Bridge opened in 1963 and spans the Lane Cove River. After that bridge, they continued on and crossed the second of the bridges Tarban Creek Bridge. This spans Tarban Creek, likewise, it has nice views east to the Harbour Bridge. Then they got to bridge #2 of the main 3 Bridges, the Gladesville Bridge. It has wonderful views along Parramatta River towards the Harbour Bridge and the city.

This bridge is on the main arterial thoroughfare of Victoria Road. They travelled along for a short while before turning off into the inner west suburb of Drummoyne. Following the shoreline of Iron Cove, which is part of the Parramatta River, they saw some lovely water views. It is part of the 7 km long Bay Run.

ANZAC Bridge

Our favourite bridge is the ANZAC Bridge. We think it is incredible, a work of art and design. It is main bridge #3. Similarly, it is also great to see without a roof over your head inhibiting the view.

Most noteworthy, the stay cable design concept development and final design for the new bridge were carried out by the Roads & Traffic Authority of NSW. Finally, the bridge was opened to traffic on 03 December 1995 as the Glebe Island Bridge.

The bridge was given its current name on Remembrance Day in 1998 to honour the memory of the soldiers of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (known as Anzacs) who served in World War I.

However, time was nearly up so our riders dropped our passengers back at their hotel, a great way to see parts of the city only the locals know about. The trike tour for disability passengers was such a fun experience. The passengers could relax and just enjoy the feeling of freedom.
https://www.trolltours.com.au/product/three-bridges-trike-tour/

Mini trike rides – 3 Bridges Community 09.11.20

Twice a year we organise the mini trike rides for the 3 bridges Community. The 3 Bridges Community is a charity which enhances the health and wellbeing of disadvantaged people. That’s where we come in. A part of enhancing their clients wellbeing is organising some fun experiences for them. The passengers absolutely love being on the trike, they really do ‘Feel the Freedom’. It’s a change of routine where they don’t need to think about life for a while.

Centennial Park

The last few years we have met at Centennial Park. 3 bridges Community brings their people in a bus, our rider meets them at a prearranged place in the park. It’s a big park so it makes it easier to know where to meet.

Our trike rider Steve met 3 bridges Community staff and the passengers. The staff had contacted the rangers at Centennial Park so they knew what was going on.

For 3 hours, Steve took the passengers on mini rides around Centennial Park. The passengers didn’t want the mini trike rides to end, they were having so much fun. In conclusion, we love watching their smiles light up their faces.
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Originally a swamp and then set aside as land for the water source for Sydney, Centennial Park was reconstructed as a public park and opened in 1888. Sir Henry Parkes’ vision was to create a ‘People’s Park’ in which the citizens of Sydney could ‘take in the air’ away from the Sydney town centre.

While the first set of Parklands’ regulations in 1889 included: ‘No person shall walk on the grass…’ and ‘No person shall engage in any game, or train for any race…’ the Parklands have come a long way to becoming one of the most popularly visited and vibrant green spaces in Australia. Centennial Park is a living park, it has lots of things to do and see. Or just go for a picnic or bbq. Or do a trike tour!
https://www.centennialparklands.com.au/whatson

Surprise 85th birthday transfer – Helen + Shane 08.11.20

Shane contacted us long ago. She wanted to organise a surprise 85th birthday transfer for her mum. We love surprises so it was fun to organise, thinking about Helen’s reaction.

Newport

Our trike rider Craig, picked the passengers up at Newport. Newport is part of the Northern Beaches region of Sydney. Firstly, they rode around the local back streets. Even though they know these back streets very well, it still looks different from the back of a trike.

Pittwater

Next, it was the back roads along the water of Pittwater. Through the suburbs of Bilgola, Clareville and Avalon. So far, the surprise 85th birthday transfer was a fabulous experience.

Whale Beach to Palm Beach

From here, the road winds through Whale Beach to Palm Beach. So they drove up to Palm Beach for a look before finishing the loop. The loop rides past Pittwater (Bay) on the west and along the South Pacific Ocean on the east. However, time was nearly up so Craig dropped Helen + Shane off at Jonah’s Restaurant. They were going to continue the 85th birthday celebration with a family party.

In conclusion, the surprise 85th birthday transfer was a huge success. Helen received a great surprise and you can see the smiles on everyone’s faces. Even if they weren’t going for a ride on the trike, they knew it would be fun.
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Palm Beach – There’s a reason that Palm Beach doubles up as the setting for Summer Bay, the fictional beach in TV show Home & Away, the golden sand and sparkling blue sea make it look too good to be true. What makes Palm Beach, a narrow peninsular, so spectacular is its unbeatable location. It won nature’s lottery and is surrounded by water on three sides: Pittwater to the west, the Pacific Ocean to the east, and Broken Bay to the north at the mouth of the Hawkesbury River, which meanders inland to historic Windsor.

Fun 3bridges trike tour – Katie + Steven 08.11.20

The passengers are staying in the inner-west of Sydney. They wanted to go on the fun 3bridges trike tour. We organised it for them and they did have so much fun.

Our trike rider Steve picked them up from near their accommodation. Firstly, they rode over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. We always tell our passengers to look up and enjoy the unique view. The more than 6,000,000 rivets are so interesting and the arch is so iconic.

Kirribilli

Next, after riding across the Harbour Bridge they rode past Kirribilli House. Kirribilli House is the secondary official residence of the Prime Minister of Australia. After that, they rode around the corner to Jeffrey Street Wharf. From here, the views across Sydney Harbour towards the Sydney Opera House and the CBD are magnificent. In addition, it also has an up-close view of the side and underneath of the bridge. A perfect place to stop for photos.

The Kirribilli Loop

They rode under the north side of the bridge and continued on their tour. The underside of the northern end of the SHB – Sydney Harbour Bridge – is very interesting. The Kirribilli Loop was finished by riding past Luna Park and the North Sydney Olympic Pool. So far, the birthday present Harley tour.

They continued riding on through North Sydney and Crows Nest before joining River Road. It is a fun road to ride on. River Road leads to Burns Bay Road which, in turn, leads to another bridge but not one of the main three.

Fig Tree Bridge, Tarban Creek Bridge, Gladesville Bridge

The Fig Tree Bridge opened in 1963 and spans the Lane Cove River. After that bridge, they continued on and crossed the second of the bridges Tarban Creek Bridge. This spans Tarban Creek, likewise, it has nice views east to the Harbour Bridge. Then they got to bridge #2 of the main 3 Bridges, the Gladesville Bridge. It has wonderful views along Parramatta River towards the Harbour Bridge and the city.

This bridge is on the main arterial thoroughfare of Victoria Road. They travelled along for a short while before turning off into the inner west suburb of Drummoyne. Following the shoreline of Iron Cove, which is part of the Parramatta River, they saw some lovely water views. It is part of the 7 km long Bay Run. So far, the fun 3bridges trike tour was a huge success.

ANZAC Bridge

Our favourite bridge is the ANZAC Bridge. We think it is incredible, a work of art and design. It is main bridge #3. Similarly, it is also great to see without a roof over your head inhibiting the view.

Most noteworthy, the stay cable design concept development and final design for the new bridge were carried out by the Roads & Traffic Authority of NSW. Finally, the bridge was opened to traffic on 03 December 1995 as the Glebe Island Bridge.

The bridge was given its current name on Remembrance Day in 1998 to honour the memory of the soldiers of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (known as Anzacs) who served in World War I.

However, time was nearly up so Steve dropped our passengers at their drop off place. The fun 3bridges trike tour was just that – plenty of fun and very memorable. Feel the freedom!
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70thBirthday Skimmer trike tour – Phyllis + Shona 04.11.20

The 70thBirthday Skimmer trike tour was for Phyllis, Shona’s mum. Shona wrote, “My mum mentioned she had always wanted to do a Harley trike ride. I just put in Google search Harley ride Sydney and browsed a few sites. Realised it was called a trike so put that in Google and then browsed yours. Looked at a few other sites but I liked yours the best.”

A lot of work goes on behind the scene with our website so we are happy other people like it also. Anyway, Shona organised her mum’s 70th birthday trike tour with us. Phyllis has a bad knee so can’t walk far. We found a place in the Rocks where Shona could park and they didn’t have to walk too far to the trike.

Our trike rider Craig picked them up near the Overseas Passenger Terminal, the Rocks.

Firstly, they rode around The Rocks, Sydney’s oldest historical area, located directly under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, in the centre of the city.

Next, they rode across the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. We always tell our passengers to look up and enjoy the unique view. The more than 6,000,000 rivets are so interesting and the arch is so iconic. This lead to Jeffrey Street Wharf in Kirribilli. From here, the views across Sydney Harbour towards the Sydney Opera House and the CBD are magnificent.

The Kirribilli Loop

They rode under the north side of the bridge and continued on their tour. The underside of the northern end of the SHB – Sydney Harbour Bridge – is very interesting. The Kirribilli Loop was finished by riding past Luna Park and the North Sydney Olympic Pool.

lower North Shore suburbs

Continuing north east, they rode through Cremorne, Mosman and down past the Taronga Zoo to Bradleys Head. Make sure you look for the koalas eating and sleeping in the gum trees. So far, the 70thbirthday Skimmer trike tour was a huge success.

Bradleys Head and Balmoral Beach

Similarly, Bradleys Head has wonderful views across Sydney Harbour to the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and the CBD. Riding on, they rode past the lovely posh Balmoral Beach. Everyone who comes here loves it!

The Northern Beaches

Next, they rode through the back streets before crossing the Spit Bridge, this is always fun. The lovely views of Middle Harbour and hundreds of yachts are hard to forget. Riding further up the hill they rode into the northern beach suburbs of Seaforth and Clontarf. They turned off the main road, Manly Road, to have a look at Sandy Bay. It is such a beautiful (and upper class) area. Riding into the famous Manly, Craig dropped Phyllis + Shona off. Celebrations were to continue, our passengers were going to eat lunch at one of the many nice restaurants in Manly. After that, they were going to catch the ferry back into Sydney’s Circular Quay. Then it was a short walk to their car.

In conclusion, the 70thbirthday Skimmer trike tour was the best present possible. A tick on the bucket list. ✔︎
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trike 3 bridges ride – Trusted Travel Group 28.10.20

The organiser for Trusted Travel contacted us to organise a trike 3 bridges ride. We have plenty of experience with passengers who have a disability of some degree. Trusted Travel provides supported holidays which are a great way to meet new friends and share your experiences. They are also a service of The Disability Trust. There were 10 passengers so we organised two trike riders. We split the group in to two and took one group for the trike 3 bridges ride. Then we dropped this group back at the hotel and picked up another group and took them on the same ride.

Before I had a chance to send a follow up email, the organiser of the group. They loved it so much more passengers want to go on an upcoming tour next month.

“Hi Katrina,

The guys had a great time today – thanks so much!
I just wanted to let you know that we would like to increase the numbers from 6 to 8 passengers on the November ride.

Thanks 
Jen”

Our trike riders Craig and Steve arrived at the pick up hotel. Firstly, they rode over the Sydney Harbour Bridge. We always tell our passengers to look up and enjoy the unique view. The more than 6,000,000 rivets are so interesting and the arch is so iconic.

Kirribilli

Next, after riding across the Harbour Bridge they rode past Kirribilli House. Kirribilli House is the secondary official residence of the Prime Minister of Australia. After that, they rode around the corner to Jeffrey Street Wharf. From here, the views across Sydney Harbour towards the Sydney Opera House and the CBD are magnificent. In addition, it also has an up-close view of the side and underneath of the bridge. A perfect place to stop for photos.

The Kirribilli Loop

They rode under the north side of the bridge and continued on their tour. The underside of the northern end of the SHB – Sydney Harbour Bridge – is very interesting. The Kirribilli Loop was finished by riding past Luna Park and the North Sydney Olympic Pool. So far, the trike 3 bridges ride was so much fun.

They continued riding on through North Sydney and Crows Nest before joining River Road. It is a fun road to ride on. River Road leads to Burns Bay Road which, in turn, leads to another bridge but not one of the main three.

Fig Tree Bridge, Tarban Creek Bridge, Gladesville Bridge

The Fig Tree Bridge opened in 1963 and spans the Lane Cove River. After that bridge, they continued on and crossed the second of the bridges Tarban Creek Bridge. This spans Tarban Creek, likewise, it has nice views east to the Harbour Bridge. Then they got to bridge #2 of the main 3 Bridges, the Gladesville Bridge. It has wonderful views along Parramatta River towards the Harbour Bridge and the city.

This bridge is on the main arterial thoroughfare of Victoria Road. They travelled along for a short while before turning off into the inner west suburb of Drummoyne. Following the shoreline of Iron Cove, which is part of the Parramatta River, they saw some lovely water views. It is part of the 7 km long Bay Run.

ANZAC Bridge

Our favourite bridge is the ANZAC Bridge. We think it is incredible, a work of art and design. It is main bridge #3. Similarly, it is also great to see without a roof over your head inhibiting the view.

Most noteworthy, the stay cable design concept development and final design for the new bridge were carried out by the Roads & Traffic Authority of NSW. Finally, the bridge was opened to traffic on 03 December 1995 as the Glebe Island Bridge.

The bridge was given its current name on Remembrance Day in 1998 to honour the memory of the soldiers of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (known as Anzacs) who served in World War I.

However, time was nearly up so Craig and Steve dropped our passengers back at their hotel. The passengers thought the trike 3 bridges ride was fantastic, a great way to see parts of the city only the locals know about.


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Skimmer trike tour transfer – Michael + Mirrin 27.10.20

Michael and Mirrin came for Sydney for a holiday. They are from Tamworth in the northeast of NSW. A few of the things they wanted to do are still closed. So, Mirren started looking for things to do while they were here. Apparently, we came up as #1 on ‘things to do in Sydney’. We like it! ? After tossing around a few ideas, Mirren decided the North Shore Skimmer trike tour transfer sounded like what they were after.

We arranged to pick them up from their hotel and drop them off in Manly. Then, they could explore the famous Manly Beach and have some lunch (there are many cafes and restaurants). When they were ready, they could catch the Sydney Ferry back to Circular Quay.

Iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge

Our trike rider Steve, picked up our passengers from their hotel. Firstly, they rode through the city and over the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. We always tell our passengers to look up and enjoy the unique view. The more than 6,000,000 rivets were used to assemble the various plates on the bridge. Actually, they are so interesting to look at and the arch is so iconic.

McMahons Point

Next, after riding across the Harbour Bridge they rode to McMahons Point. From here, the views across Sydney Harbour towards the Sydney Opera House and the CBD are magnificent. In addition, it also has an up-close view of the side and underneath of the bridge.

lower North Shore suburbs

Continuing north east, the rode through Cremorne, Mosman and down past the Zoo to Bradleys Head. Make sure you look for the koalas eating and sleeping in the gum trees.

Bradleys Head and Balmoral Beach

Similarly, Bradleys Head has wonderful views across Sydney Harbour to the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and the CBD. Continuing on, they rode past the lovely posh Balmoral Beach. Everyone who comes here loves it! Balmoral Beach is not so well known by visitors and tourists, but the stunning natural beauty of the beach and surrounds make it well worth a visit. Crossing the Spit Bridge is fun, it has great views of Middle Harbour.

Lower northern beaches

Riding further up the hill they rode into Seaforth and Clontarf. Another view worth checking out is at Tania Park, on Dobroyd Head. The views are amazing looking across Sydney Harbour and through North and South Heads.

However, time was just about up so Steve dropped the passengers off at Manly. They could continue their exploration of Manly and have some lunch at one of the many restaurants in Manly. When they were ready, they caught a ferry back into town. Manly Beach has three main sections: rom north to south, Queenscliff, North Steyne, and South Steyne. It is part of the Northern Beaches.

In conclusion, the North Shore Skimmer trike tour transfer was a huge success. Just check out their smiles in the photo.
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surprise Beach Beauty tour – Daryl + Leonie 13.10.20

Leonie and Daryl came to Sydney for a short holiday, from northern NSW. Leonie contacted us two days before they set off. She wanted to organise a surprise Beach Beauty tour for her husband. We found out all the information we needed and organised a trike rider. We can’t always do it with such short notice but usually we can. It’s worth asking us.

Sydney Harbour Bridge

Our trike rider Craig, met them at their hotel in the Sydney CBD. Firstly, they rode around The Rocks, Sydney’s oldest historical area, located directly under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, in the centre of the city.

Next, they rode across the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge. We always tell our passengers to look up and enjoy the unique view. The more than 6,000,000 rivets are so interesting and the arch is so iconic. This lead to Jeffrey Street Wharf in Kirribilli. From here, the views across Sydney Harbour towards the Sydney Opera House and the CBD are magnificent.

The Kirribilli Loop

They rode under the north side of the bridge and continued on their tour. The underside of the northern end of the SHB – Sydney Harbour Bridge – is very interesting. The Kirribilli Loop was finished by riding past Luna Park and the North Sydney Olympic Pool.

Taronga Zoo and Georges Head

Driving along the backroads of the inner north shore, they rode past Taronga Zoo. If you are lucky, you can see koalas eating and sleeping in their enclosure. This road stops at Bradleys Head, another place with wonderful views across the harbour to the Opera House and Sydney CBD.

Riding further along, they stopped at George’s Head. Leonie and Daryl got off the trike and walked down to point to take photos. So far, the surprise Beach Beauty tour was a success. Continuing on, they rode past the lovely posh Balmoral Beach. Everyone who comes here loves it! Crossing the Spit Bridge was next, this is always fun. The lovely views of Middle Harbour and hundreds of yachts are hard to forget.

The Spit, Tania Park and Arabanoo lookout on Dobroyd Head

Then into the northern beaches suburbs of Seaforth and Clontarf before stopping off at Tania Park. Arabanoo lookout at Dobroyd Head offers fantastic views over to North Head and South Head and the expansive Pacific Ocean.

The trike tour continued on to Manly. They rode past the famous beach and then up past the northern beaches of North Curl Curl, Dee Why, Long Reef and more. Once they got to Narrabeen, they rode around Narrabeen Lake and down the whole length of Wakehurst Parkway. The speed limit is slightly higher than usual so a chance to rev the engine!

However, the 3 hours was almost up. So Craig crossed back over the Spit Bridge and the Sydney Harbour Bridge before dropping them back off at the hotel. The surprise Beach Beauty tour was a real surprise and a huge success as you can see by their smiles! https://www.trolltours.com.au/product/the-beach-beauty/
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/lookouts/arabanoo-lookout-at-dobroyd-head

surprise Beach Beauty tour, Sydney
surprise Beach Beauty tour – Daryl + Leonie 13.10.20

surprise birthday present tour – Daley + Friends 10.10.20

The surprise birthday present tour was a huge and welcomed one. Julie bought it for her brother Mark for his birthday. He used to ride motorbikes but can’t anymore. Julie gave him a Gift Voucher (we emailed her one) and they were both so excited. We organised the date, time and place for the tour and then Julie rang (again). She had some friends who would love to do the trike tour as well. Could we organise another trike? Yes we could!

So our trike riders Craig and Brian arrived at The Rocks, at the pick up place.

Finger Wharf and the infamous Kings Cross

Firstly, they rode past Finger Wharf and the iconic Harry’s Café De Wheels which is always interesting. Harry’s Café de Wheels has been serving customers for over 80 years. They make delicious pies, hotdogs and more. It is in the inner eastern suburb of Woolloomooloo. This leads up into the infamous Kings Cross – home of the famous and huge Coca Cola sign. Kings Cross is also home to nightclubs and ladies of the night though it is not nearly as raunchy as it was in the 1970s (apparently). Already, our passengers were enjoying the surprise birthday present tour.

north headland of Bondi Beach

Continuing on, they rode through the posh eastern suburbs of Rushcutters Bay, Double Bay, Rose Bay and Vaucluse. They stopped for a stretch, some photos and to see the view from North Bondi headland. It has a stunning view which looks south, down the coastline. This stop was is in Sam Fiszman Memorial Park, Ben Buckler Headland North Bondi.

Next, it was fun riding past the famous Bondi Beach. In this area, onlookers always seem to wave. Then, they rode past more of the lovely eastern beaches – Tamarama and Bronte. However, the 1.5 hours of the surprise birthday present tour was almost up. So, after a quick run past the Art Gallery of NSW and down to Mrs Macquarie’s Point they returned to the Rocks and to drop off.
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An interesting article about the arcitecture in Sam Fiszman Memorial Park: https://architectureau.com/articles/sam-fiszman-park/