普陀真光新村第五小区重修社区花园 提升居民生活品质 - 2017年04月14日

A pavilion with a white awning, well-spaced benches, wisteria frames, sidewalks and trees isolated with railings, and a modern small garden — these are all elements of the central park at Zhenguang Xincun No. 5 Residence, in Zhenru Town Community.

Based on a landscape design created by the residents themselves, the garden, which has a history of more than 20 years at the complex, has taken on a brand new look that is both beautiful and functional. Many residents are proud of the newly designed garden and are eager to welcome visitors.

In the past, the park had few seats, and there was no equipment to avoid the wind, rain or sun. Residents eventually reached a consensus to renovate the park and make good use of the space.

During the renovation discussion, Wu Xiaoping, director of the residents’ committee, took inspiration from the city’s Expo Axis. They decided to install a tensioned membrane pavilion where residents can take shelter from the rain and the scorching sun.

Wu used to be an art technician. With her former art design experience and suggestions from the residents, the idea for a mini community park with multiple functions took shape.

Basic equipment include the tensioned membrane pavilion and well-spaced benches.

The park caters to the needs of both elderly people and young residents. It can also host small cultural events for the community. Construction began in November 2016.

To save on the costs of renovation, residents made use of the resources of the community. They transplanted some of the community’s trees to the central park because it was expensive to buy new ones.

Additionally, the sidewalks were installed with white railings. The wisteria frames were newly installed. Trees of plum blossom, sakura, maple and almond were planted for seasonal landscapes.

The park’s cleaning and maintenance are included as part of the residence’s property management services.

Volunteers are also encouraged to join the team.