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03-11-26 | News
As part of the reconstruction, Parks redesigned the pathways throughout the park to create a more open and accessible central lawn. Dedicated picnic areas were also added, providing a space for families and visitors of all ages to relax. Parks also reconfigured the section of greenway that passes through the project, allowing cyclists and pedestrians to enjoy the benefits of this corridor while preserving open space for park patrons. Entrances were widened and bicycle racks were installed, allowing safer passage for patrons and cyclists alike.
The playground's design harnesses the site's natural topography. The play area for children 2 to 5 years old includes gently rolling synthetic turf mounds for imaginative play, while the area for children aged 5 to 12 years old features a walkway system that connects play elements at multiple elevations, providing diverse sensory and physical challenges for all ability levels. A central plaza with spray features and seating offers caregivers sightlines across all play zones.
Funding for this $8.5 million renovation project was provided by the City Council, the Office of the Mayor, and the Office of the Queens Borough President.
To see more Park projects, go to: https://landscapearchitect.com/landscape-articles/call-for-editorial-parks#article1
For more information about submitting a project, go to: https://landscapearchitect.com/research/editorial/editorial-submissions.php
Rainey Park Playground Reconstruction
Queens, New York
Rainey Park is named for Dr. Thomas Rainey (1824-1910), a resident of Ravenswood who spent 25 years of his life and most of his fortune advancing the construction of a bridge across the East River between Manhattan and Long Island City.
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The Parks Issue of Landscape Architect and Specifier News saw many firms submit their projects for feature consideration. Rainey Park Playgrounds is one of several great projects we are excited to showcase on LandscapeArchitect.com.
As part of the reconstruction, Parks redesigned the pathways throughout the park to create a more open and accessible central lawn. Dedicated picnic areas were also added, providing a space for families and visitors of all ages to relax. Parks also reconfigured the section of greenway that passes through the project, allowing cyclists and pedestrians to enjoy the benefits of this corridor while preserving open space for park patrons. Entrances were widened and bicycle racks were installed, allowing safer passage for patrons and cyclists alike.
The playground's design harnesses the site's natural topography. The play area for children 2 to 5 years old includes gently rolling synthetic turf mounds for imaginative play, while the area for children aged 5 to 12 years old features a walkway system that connects play elements at multiple elevations, providing diverse sensory and physical challenges for all ability levels. A central plaza with spray features and seating offers caregivers sightlines across all play zones.
Funding for this $8.5 million renovation project was provided by the City Council, the Office of the Mayor, and the Office of the Queens Borough President.
To see more Park projects, go to: https://landscapearchitect.com/landscape-articles/call-for-editorial-parks#article1
For more information about submitting a project, go to: https://landscapearchitect.com/research/editorial/editorial-submissions.php
Filed Under: MARCH 2026, PARKS, RAINEY PARK PLAYGROUND RECONSTRUCTION, QUEENS, NEW YORK, NYC PARKS, LASN
