Title: Noc2rno
Noc2rno is a site-specifi c redesign of O.W. Ribble Park in Lubbock, Texas, that explores
how landscape architecture can extend the life of a neighborhood park beyond daylight
hours. Located along Avenue U and adjacent to a church and two schools, the park experiences
regular daytime use but becomes underutilized and uncomfortable at night due to limited
lighting and weak spatial defi nition. Submitted under the Student General Design
category, this project demonstrates how design decisions rooted in site context, climate,
and community needs can reshape public space.
The primary concept of Noc2rno is the use of light as a spatial and organizational
tool. Rather than treating lighting as a technical afterthought, the project positions
it as a core design element that defi nes circulation, frames gathering areas, and
shapes atmosphere. Calibrated warm orange lighting is used to guide movement along
primary paths, soften secondary routes, and create resting zones, improving visibility
and safety without overwhelming the surrounding residential neighborhood. Light studies
informed fi xture placement, intensity, and edge conditions to ensure illumination
remains controlled and non-intrusive.
Native West Texas planting is essential to the project’s performance. Cactus, agave,
grasses, and trees were selected for their resilience to the region’s climate and
their ability to interact with light through silhouette, texture, and shadow. These
plantings help structure space, reduce maintenance demands, and reinforce the us of
local ecology.
Sculptural and infrastructural elements, including the Ribble Tornado installation,
the Owl Mound, and the Frozen Bridge, introduce moments of identity and engagement
while remaining integrated within the landscape system.
Noc2rno is award-worthy because it demonstrates a thoughtful design process that balances
innovation with restraint. The project shows how lighting, planting, and form can
be used strategically to enhance public space, respond to site-specifi c conditions,
and support community life without relying on excess or spectacle.
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