Landscape Technologies:
Eden Seminary

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Landscape Technologies and Robert E. Goetz & Associates, LTD teamed to generate a master plan of the historic Eden Seminary campus. This campus dates to 1924 and is the site of wonderful architecture, huge old oaks and a rich history that extends beyond 1924.

The design team faced several challenges, including outdated pedestrian and vehicular circulation, poor signage, lack of recreational opportunities, a quadrangle that was no longer serving as a strong focal point and aging landscape material.

The vehicular circulation was totally re-designed to create safer passages through the site while giving the feel of driving through a park. Parking arrangements were studied and improved where valid. Vistas were created to make the Administration Building more dominant, delineating it as a strong focal point. Pedestrian access throughout the campus was improved to bring the entire campus into ADA compliance and patios, seating and “reflective” locations were created for the students’ benefit.

The quadrangle was re-designed to, once again, serve as a focal point of the campus and a pleasant gathering place for people on campus. New seating, a new fountain and new landscaping were added while making all spaces accessible to the disabled population.

New traditional signage was created at the main entrance to help delineate the main entrance point to the campus. In the same way, the Library entrance, formerly concealed on the south side, was opened up to become more visible from East Lockwood.

Two new playgrounds were designed to serve the children of on-campus students and for the day-care children of off-campus students. Additionally, adult recreation was created.

Much of the landscape material is old and nearing the end of life cycles. The entire campus landscape was inventoried and new landscaping added. Landscaping was also planned for four new single-family teaching staff residences.