The Victoria Park Gateway, opened in the summer of 2008, succeeded in connecting two City of Kitchener landmarks.  The design is context sensitive and response to the romantic style and heritage of Victoria Park as well as integrating the existing Old City Hall Clock Tower now located in the Park.  GSP Group created a streetscape and new gateway to the park that establishes a strong axis between the City of Kitchener’s City Hall and Victoria Park, an early 20th century park design. The enhancement of the axis between two iconic Kitchener landmarks reinforces the connection between the City’s past and future. 

 The park design evolved from a Master Plan study prepared by GSP Group and was refined through community involvement.  Public input was the spirit of this project and shaped the final design. The park has been very well received by the community and many residents spend time socializing and relaxing within the new gateway area.

The entrance to the Park is through the lit stone faced pillars, sign wall, and paved plaza.  Two pathways lead around an open green with extensive themed planting beds.   Approaching the clock tower, two naturalized water features, with cascading waterfall break on either side.  Public art is integrated into the landscape throughout.