No Name
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But this picture screams 80s office park. It’s tough to make a place with palm trees look like the opposite of a vacation. I’m not sure if stale is the right word but it wasn’t great.
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UNCgolf
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It's all subjective, of course, but I think that looked a lot better than the current version -- and I like the current version!
Sirwalterraleigh
Premium Member
Everything ages…
For the first 15-20 years…Epcot was by far the best theme park constructed…one built as a tribute to the human brain. It was also properly maintained.
That park is not present now
Epcot82Guy
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To be fair, I think it's almost guaranteed World Celebration Gardens will likely look like a "20s office park" in the 2030s or 2040s (if not sooner). I'm not saying that's a bad thing, as I enjoy it. But, something that looked like a 1980's office park (designed in the mid-late 70s) in the 90s isn't a fair comparison to something that's been open a week. I would argue the idea behind the original plaza and World Celebration Gardens is the same. It's contemporary design - not futuristic or envelope pushing design. It will need updating again in 10 years or so.
danlb_2000
Premium Member
Permits filed today for what I assume is two new Kiosks..
1406 Avenue of the Star (EPCOT CREATIONS FESTIVAL KIOSK #1) - Provide labor, material and/or electrical for construction
1406 AVENUE OF THE STARS #B (EPCOT CREATIONS FESTIVAL KIOSK #2) - Provide labor, material and/or electrical for construction
1406 Avenue of the Star (EPCOT CREATIONS FESTIVAL KIOSK #1) - Provide labor, material and/or electrical for construction
1406 AVENUE OF THE STARS #B (EPCOT CREATIONS FESTIVAL KIOSK #2) - Provide labor, material and/or electrical for construction
James Alucobond
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The meet and greets will probably eventually relocate inside of Communicore Hall. I imagine two small merchandise kiosks would make sense in the garden alcoves there since each garden seems like it's supposed to be an extension of the adjacent area. That would give us outdoor dining for Connections, seating and viewing for Communicore, and then perhaps shopping for Creations. I suppose there could be food kiosks too, but there are already 3-4 planned for Communicore Plaza.
JohnD
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A lot of memes on FB about that planter comparing it to the stone configuration in Morocco now replaced with a door.
The 1st Hub show just finished. All lights working.
Living With the Land : Glimmering Greenhouses... 45 min wait.
DavidDL
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Something I'm wondering is why wasn't this general location used for the statue of Walt instead of it's current placement?
By placing the statue here, wouldn't folks get a better, less obstructed shot of Spaceship Earth in the background? -and minimize the impact of the Project Tomorrow building?
I guess I could see it being a "viewing space" issue for shows since the lights are in sync with Spaceship Earth and this area is a sort of gathering spot for folks. But, I still can't imagine it would get much worse than fireworks viewing on Main Street for these short light shows. Heck, Disneyland's Main Street has the Partners statue dropped right in the middle of the madness and manages to operate fine each night.
By placing the statue here, wouldn't folks get a better, less obstructed shot of Spaceship Earth in the background? -and minimize the impact of the Project Tomorrow building?
I guess I could see it being a "viewing space" issue for shows since the lights are in sync with Spaceship Earth and this area is a sort of gathering spot for folks. But, I still can't imagine it would get much worse than fireworks viewing on Main Street for these short light shows. Heck, Disneyland's Main Street has the Partners statue dropped right in the middle of the madness and manages to operate fine each night.
OSUPhantom
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I’m here in person. Pinar Toprak’s score in World Celebration Gardens is pure magic. It’s amazing here at night.
Only a dozen people in line for picture with Walt. Photopass photographer now on duty.
osian
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Y'know, I'm really jealous right now. After lots of waiting, frustrations and disappointments, the positive vibes coming out of this week are very welcome, but I've got 11 months til I can see it all myself. And by then, Test Track will probably be closed...
The line to get to a cashier in Connections Cafe. Right now.
