Ecological Design Group

One patch in the ongoing "Quilt of Parks" is now under construction in Bentonville; the Dave Peel Event Park!

This park creates a new space for gathering in the heart of downtown. Connecting the A Street Promenade parking deck via a new green space to an event space for community gatherings or music performances.

The underground detention strategies open up greenspace in front of the event stage to provide a open lawn for play, movement, and community connections.

As part of a growing network of "third places", the park supports easy interaction beyond home and work through creating opportunities for people to come together in meaningful ways.

Shout out to our close collaborators on this project:
The City of Bentonville Arkansas
Design Workshop
Martin/Martin Consulting Engineers
Hight Jackson Associates

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We’re proud to share that the Lake Conway Urban Natural Area Master Plan received an Award of Merit in the Unbuilt Design Category at this year's ASLA Central States. 🙌🥳

The plan takes a landscape-led approach to restoring ecological function while expanding public access, addressing decades of urban-driven degradation through nature-based solutions like constructed wetlands and filtration islands.

Sixteen miles of trails and water routes connect surrounding neighborhoods to the lake, creating opportunities for movement, education, and interaction with the natural environment. The framework balances habitat preservation with inclusive recreation, reflecting a long-term commitment to resilient, community-centered design.

We are incredibly grateful to the City of Conway and the entire project team for their collaboration in shaping this vision.