1986 - House of the Future: Week 4

[Pi on my Cake]

That could work! Here are some other potential names, off the top of my head

• World of Laughter
• World of Cheer
• Children's Plaza
• Cheerland
• One World Plaza (or Square)
• Papercraft Square
• Four Winds Square (or Plaza)

But the more I think about it, the more I realize there's only one name that really fits imo... It's a Small World. Might be confusing with an attraction of the same name, but it's the only one I can think of that ties everything together.

Maybe just call it “The Small World”?

I like Four Winds Square. But I also like Small World Square, It's a Small World, or The Small World too. None of the names are bad choices though

 

[DashHaber]

Maybe just call it “The Small World”?

I'm fond of the simplicity of Small World, though another idea could be Small World's Fair.

 

[NateD1226]

I really like Four Winds Square. It has a fun and unique tone to it just like all our other names.

 

[D Hulk]

Decided to try some visuals in the Mary Blair style, which is a big departure for me. Here is some veeeeeeeeeeery "work in progress" art of the exterior facade for your feedback:

 

[PerGron]

I like Four Winds Square

 

[Mickeynerd17]

Absolutely between Fantasyland and Tomorrowland; the theme of utopian global unity fits perfectly there. Let’s hear your transition idea!

Ok, I discussed this with Nigel a bit, but the idea is to have half the land being more "playful", or more fantasy in nature with regard to art and design, while the Tomorrowland side would lean more towards the modernistic art design. The boat ride would be about cultures and would be on the Tomorrowland side, while the flyer track would be on the Fantasyland side and it would focus on the legends/folklore of the countries.

We could thematically pull it off sort of how World Showcase fits with Future World, and it ties back to the world's fair roots of the attraction, while the legends match the fantasy with dragons, unicorns, etc

Thoughts?

 

[PerGron]

Ok, I discussed this with Nigel a bit, but the idea is to have half the land being more "playful", or more fantasy in nature with regard to art and design, while the Tomorrowland side would lean more towards the modernistic art design. The boat ride would be about cultures and would be on the Tomorrowland side, while the flyer track would be on the Fantasyland side and it would focus on the legends/folklore of the countries.

Thoughts?

As far as I’m aware, the boat ride would be on the inside portion of the land along with some shops and dining (and maybe my show) with the other stuff being outside.

Is this not the case anymore? From reading this it sounds like you’re planning it all outside

 

[Outbound]

Ideally, I'd love for the dining to be table service with the boats passing by (sorta like the Blue Bayou but more up close). That would mean the land would be almost all indoors. But I can change things if we go outside.

 

[Mickeynerd17]

As far as I’m aware, the boat ride would be on the inside portion of the land along with some shops and dining (and maybe my show) with the other stuff being outside.

Is this not the case anymore? From reading this it sounds like you’re planning it all outside

It does not matter whether it's inside or outside, the difference can be reflected on facades, landscaping, etc.

 

[DashHaber]

We’re going to move forward with the dual track system. The riders in the boats will pass through scenes reflecting the real life culture of the individual countries to give it a world showcase vibe. The riders flying above will pass by scenes of the legends and folktales from the countries like Magic Carpets, the Loch Ness Monster, and different mythology. Finally, the different tracks would intersect at the end of the attraction.

That sounds like a neat way to differentiate between the two tracks.

@NigelChanning09 Would you mind letting me know about some of the folktales and legends you're thinking of including on the ride? I'm working on the Gallery walkthrough, which I'm designing around the idea of folklore and fairy tales from around the world. It would feature paintings depicting scenes from these stories, complete with display signs (in English and whichever language belongs to the country the story originates from) that talk a little about the story.

 

[D Hulk]

As far as I’m aware, the boat ride would be on the inside portion of the land along with some shops and dining (and maybe my show) with the other stuff being outside.

Is this not the case anymore? From reading this it sounds like you’re planning it all outside

Ideally, I'd love for the dining to be table service with the boats passing by (sorta like the Blue Bayou but more up close). That would mean the land would be almost all indoors. But I can change things if we go outside.

It does not matter whether it's inside or outside, the difference can be reflected on facades, landscaping, etc.

Regarding layout and indoors/outdoors, the initial map I drew a while ago had basically everything indoors except for the Tower of the Four Winds and Nigel’s Garden of Unity. Think we should stick to that, for simplicity’s sake.

Outbound’s restaurant can be placed along a corner of the ride section in the back, watching boats like POTC’s Blue Lagoon.

 

[D Hulk]

Outer facade

I used a Mary Blair color palette to make ours more colorful than the classic white IASW.​

 

[Pi on my Cake]

Outer facade

I used a Mary Blair color palette to make ours more colorful than the classic white IASW.​

That is incredible! And so distinct from your usual style too!!!

Regarding layout and indoors/outdoors, the initial map I drew a while ago had basically everything indoors except for the Tower of the Four Winds and Nigel’s Garden of Unity. Think we should stick to that, for simplicity’s sake.

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Outbound’s restaurant can be placed along a corner of the ride section in the back, watching boats like POTC’s Blue Lagoon.

I like this basic layout and its nice and simple and easy to do fancy stuff with. One change I'd suggest with our two sides to Small World is have their entrances be the left and right corners (or at least more to the sides) with the restaurant in the center between them along the back with the boats/planes going past. That way there can be some extra symmetry to it.

Though if we feel that is too close to the Mexico Pavilion layout I understand lol

 

[AceAstro]

Outer facade

I used a Mary Blair color palette to make ours more colorful than the classic white IASW.​

That is stunning!! Amazing work!

 

[Chaos Cat]

Outer facade

I used a Mary Blair color palette to make ours more colorful than the classic white IASW.​

> Quarry: Did @D Hulk just do Unit and @NateD1226 job for us?
> Not that Unit minds, since artQuality = Amazing

 

[D Hulk]

> Quarry: Did @D Hulk just do Unit and @NateD1226 job for us?
> Not that Unit minds, since artQuality = Amazing

Eh, you & Nate still need to describe it! And I don’t mind doing a little visual work, especially since retail is so limiting...

Speaking of retail, the only idea I’ve had so far is a toy store called Arts & Crafts & Gifts, which really embraces the “paperwork” concept. Set it inside an oversized arts & crafts kit, located near the ride(s)’s exits but don’t make it a genuine post-ride shop.

Only other possible shop would be in the base of the Tower of the Four Winds. @Brer Panther, does that work for you? So the flat ride is then elevated a bit like the Tomorrowland Jets?

 

[Mickeynerd17]

Outer facade

I used a Mary Blair color palette to make ours more colorful than the classic white IASW.​

Wow, just....wow, you have some serious talent for art bro.

The only thing I would say is make the left side have some more curves while the right side has more straight edges and angles to reflect the transition from Fantasyland and Tomorrowland, same with the gardens. Either than that, really good!

Damn, I wish I whipped out models that fast

 

[D Hulk]

Wow, just....wow, you have some serious talent for art bro.

The only thing I would say is make the left side have some more curves while the right side has more straight edges and angles to reflect the transition from Fantasyland and Tomorrowland, same with the gardens. Either than that, really good!

Damn, I wish I whipped out models that fast

Alternate version of the facade reflecting your transition ideas, wavier by Fantasyland and more rectilinear by Tomorrowland.

 

[Mickeynerd17]

Alternate version of the facade reflecting your transition ideas, wavier by Fantasyland and more rectilinear by Tomorrowland.

Lol, ok not THAT drastic, but definitely the idea.

 

[Outbound]

Alternate version of the facade reflecting your transition ideas, wavier by Fantasyland and more rectilinear by Tomorrowland.

Amazing! Maybe tone back the door but everything else looks fantastic. This will really make our project come alive!