Skatepark Design Build : PILLAR DESIGN STUDIOS

There are numerous companies that specialize in Skatepark Design Build. Before you make the decision on which company to hire it is imperative to do your research and find out which firm will fit your needs and desires.

How To Hire a Skatepark Designer

Your first step in this process is to consider what type of park is best for you, such as a Concrete Skatepark etc.  Once this is decided narrow your search for firms that handle that specific type of skatepark.

Now, how will the project be carried out, will this be a design only project or a design bid build project. This depends not only on the funding but also the entity or owner of the Park. The decision on which process to choose should be based on your needs and the funding that is available to the project.

Once you have decided on the type of skatepark and the process you would like to take, you can begin in depth research on the firms that handle the type and process you are looking for.

Here are a few key questions to ask when researching the Skatepark firms:

• Are your skatepark designers also skateboarders?
• What is their background and skatepark experience?
• Who will be my Project Manager?
• How many skatepark design build projects have they managed and will they be my main point of contact?
• Are they a full service firm? (All services provided by in house staff)
• What skatepark design services do they offer? Does the skatepark design firm provide a full set of construction documents? Sealed, stamped and will pass the city process.
• Does the design firm carry Errors & Omission and General Liability insurance which is necessary to protect from design flaws.
• Will our skatepark be a custom design or a recycled design?

Selecting a specialty skatepark firm with a spotless reputation will ensure delivery of a quality project on time and within budget.

For more information about Pillar Design Studios or how to get a public skatepark email: nicole@pillardesignstudios.com or check out our website: www.pillardesignstudios.com

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[About us: Pillar Design Studios, based in Tempe, AZ is a design/build landscape architecture firm specializing in both public and private skatepark facilities. Led by Brad Siedlecki, Pillar Design’s reputation has been built on integrity, quality of service, the ability to deliver progressive designs and impeccable skill in construction document production.]



[Recently we did an interview with Greg Taylor of TMC Interactive for an upcoming article on digital marketing and the action sports industry. The following is an except from the interview. We wanted everyone to get to know our company a little better  - so with permission we decided to publish a portion about skateboarding and skatepark design.]

Pillar Design Studios was founded in 2006 by Brad Siedlecki. Pillar Design’s reputation has been built on integrity, quality of service and the ability to delivery progressive skatepark designs.

Pillar Design has employed the simple philosophy of creating skateparks that blend with its current surroundings while incorporating local culture , hiring local labor when appropriate and engaging local skateboarders for design input.

Siedlecki is someone who shuns the spotlight took a couple of minutes to answer some questions about is background, his skatepark design firm and the future of skateparks.

Where did you grow up? “I grew up in Oswego, NY – which is located in central NY on Lake Ontario.”

How long have you been active in skateboarding? “This year marks my 20th year as a skateboarder.”

What was the skate scene like growing up in Oswego? “There were only about 10 of us who skated. So, as you can imagine our scene was very small.”

Coming from such a small skate scene – what made you want to pursue skatepark design? “We had nothing to skate growing up so we had to build everything ourselves.  There’s something about building something then skating it…it’s more rewarding.  I still say that building ramps as a kid was one of the main things that led me to Arizona State University to study Architecture.”

What is your favorite part of skatepark design? “There are multiple parts that I enjoy when it comes to skatepark design build projects. I enjoying be able to strike a balance when designing a park between my background as a skateboarding and my formal training as a landscape architect. Pillar Design Studios, as a company, really enjoys the community interaction and getting input from local skaters about design elements and what they want in their local skatepark. Other parts that are rewarding are when I actually get to skate something that once only existed on paper as a design and then there’s the grand openings and watching the  local skaters enjoy the park – which is always cool.”

Do you have a favorite design from over the years? “My favorite park is always the one we’re building. Currently the Falling Creek Skatepark in Bedford, VA is under construction and close to completion.”

Where do you see skatepark design and skatepark build going? “I see skatepark design and build going in many different directions, but we try to stay true to where we came from and where we want to go. We try to provide something for every style of skating in every park Pillar builds.  Skateboarding is not one dimensional for me.”

Brad, thanks for your time and giving everyone a little bit of insight into Pillar Design Studios.

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We’ll post the article in its entirety when it’s published here on skatepark-blog.com.

Pillar Design Studios can also be found on Twitter and Facebook. For more information on getting a skatepark for your community or the skatepark design build process, please contact  nicole@pillardesignstudios.com

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[About us: Pillar Design Studios, based in Tempe, AZ is a design/build landscape architecture firm specializing in both public and private skatepark facilities. Led by Brad Siedlecki, Pillar Design’s reputation has been built on integrity, quality of service, the ability to deliver progressive designs and impeccable skill in construction document production.]

Northside Skatepark in Norfolk, VA officially opened on October 2nd, 2010. Skateboarders in Norfolk now have a safe and legal place to skate.

One group looking forward to using the park is the Maury Skateboard Club. The high school organization meets weekly to discuss skateboarding trends, demonstrate techniques and exchange tips. The groups sponsor, teacher Rich Presas, said providing open space helps ease the stereotype that all skateboarders damage property, spray graffiti or cause other annoyances.I’ll stand by my students, he said. Theyre very smart and intelligent. Theyre good kids.

Providing a safe and fun environment for skateboarding and biking helps promote healthy athletic activity, says Darrell Crittendon, director of the city recreation department. (Please visit hamptonroads.com for more information on the locals reaction the new skatepark in Norfolk, VA)

Pillar Design Studios is proud to help the skateboarders of Norfolk. Enjoy your skatepark and keep the skate videos coming!

Let us know what you think. Have you visited the new Northside Skatepark in Norfolk, VA? What are your thoughts on the design and construction of the skatepark?

For more information on Skatepark facilities and how Pillar Design Studios can help your community get a skatepark, please contact  nicole@pillardesignstudios.com

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[About us: Pillar Design Studios, based in Tempe, AZ is a design/build landscape architecture firm specializing in both public and private skatepark facilities. Led by Brad Siedlecki, Pillar Design’s reputation has been built on integrity, quality of service, the ability to deliver progressive designs and impeccable skill in construction document production.]