Columbus Circle
NY
Urban PlazaLandscape Architect
Frederick Law Olmsted
OLIN
Artist
WET Design
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The 'Grand Circle' fronting Central Park at the 59th St entry, was originally envisioned by Olmsted and Vaux as a wide open vista for visitors entering the park. Crossing the circle became a pedestrian nightmare. In 2005, after a 2 year makeover, Columbus Circle was renovated into a more pedestrian friendly environment anchored by the Columbus Statue. Olin Partnership was the landscape architect; WET design designed the fountain.
The 'Grand Circle' fronting Central Park at the 59th St entry, was originally envisioned by Olmsted and Vaux as a wide open vista for visitors entering the park. Crossing the circle became a pedestrian nightmare. In 2005, after a 2 year makeover, Columbus Circle was renovated into a more pedestrian friendly environment anchored by the Columbus Statue. Olin Partnership was the landscape architect; WET design designed the fountain.
Nearby
IRT 59th Street / Columbus Circle Station Complex | 27 feet |
U.S.S. Maine Monument | 233 feet |
Trump International Hotel & Towers | 361 feet |
Time Warner Center | 454 feet |
15 Central Park West | 0.2 miles |
Hearst Tower | 0.2 miles |
aaa test | 0.3 miles |
Alwyn Court Apartments | 0.3 miles |
David Rubenstein Atrium at Lincoln Center | 0.3 miles |