The Streetscapes Issue of Landscape Architect and Specifier News saw many firms submit their projects for feature consideration. Old Town Keller Bates Street is one of several great projects we are excited to showcase on LandscapeArchitect.com.

As the centerpiece of the Old Town Keller Phase II (OTK PH II) project, Bates Street embodies a vision of vibrant community connection and innovative design. At just 480 linear feet, this festival street is a key feature of the larger revitalization effort in Old Town Keller, showcasing a perfect blend of functionality and energy that invites residents and visitors alike to gather and celebrate.

 

Designed with a complete-street approach, Bates Street seamlessly balances pedestrian access, vehicular mobility, and public space activation. Its playful string lighting creates a lively ambiance, complementing the thoughtfully curated street furnishings, and food truck hookups that prepare the space for events big and small. Kimley-Horn and the City of Keller collaborated with local artists to bring unique, colorful benches to the street, adding charm and personality that highlight the festival atmosphere.

Additionally, at the heart of Bates Street sits Bates Street Park, which enhances the festive street environment by offering an A/V-equipped stage for performances and gatherings, a small playscape, as well as flexible seating shaded by large existing canopy trees. Together, the street and park create a dynamic hub for community events and celebrations, perfectly tailored to enhance Old Town Keller's identity.

Kimley-Horn's innovative design and collaboration with the City of Keller transformed Bates Street into an inviting and functional community centerpiece, establishing it as the pulse of the OTK PH II project-a space where connections are nurtured and memories are made.


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