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The trunks and branches of the 13 artificial trees that make up the unique forest of King Square have begun to emerge from the esplanade.
The dramatic size of six of them, which reach a height of 14 meters, stands above the rest of the elements of this square.
The rest will have a height of 10 meters and shall be staggered to give an uneven appearance.
Tree structures, galvanized iron pipe, being attached by welding.
The workers of the contractor used a small scale models to reproduce the design by architect, Bernardino Garcia.
Is expected to be completed in late October and start structures placed the canvas, which will pass a soft light and different colors, creating unique spare parts in the square.
If no unforeseen circumstances, the total completion of this project could be tested in mid-December.
As you may recall the project has a budget allocation of 446,000 euros and will respond to one of the most criticized shortcomings by citizens after the construction of underground parking in the early 90's and subsequent elimination of trees: the absence of zones shade.
The design of the pergolas, with arms and trunks at different heights, to be located in imitation of a forest, is the architect Bernardino Cartagena Garcia, who also designed the renovation of the Park of Reeds.
The proposed solution is the result of the inability to plant large trees in the parking area.
To alleviate the impact of sunlight, it is sieved with canvas shades of green and brown autumn, more pleasant to walk and stay below them.
Source: Ayuntamiento de Cartagena
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