The Place Poll

Tell us what you think of the latest batch of nominations from Great Public Spaces, and see how you can be a part of our new feature, "My Favorite Place."

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rom small community gardens to world-famous boulevards, Great Public Spaces recognizes places that best embody the PPS principles of placemaking. "The Place Poll" is a forum for Making Places subscribers to voice their opinion on newly nominated places. Just click on the link for each nominee to view the full write-up and post your comments.

(Note: the descriptions below were submitted by website users and do not necessarily represent the position of Project for Public Spaces.)

Parks

Wave Hill, The Bronx, NY

"Wave Hill is a spectacular 28-acre public garden and cultural center overlooking the Hudson River and Palisades in the northwest Bronx. One of New York City's best kept secrets, this must-see botanical gem offers programs in Horticulture, Environmental Education, Woodland Management, and the visual, literary, and performing arts, for visitors of all ages. At the weekend Family Art Project, children explore the gardens with artist Noah Baen and naturalist Martha Barrero, and then create paintings, collages or constructions inspired by what they see."

Abenteuerspielplatz "Kolle 37", Berlin, Germany

"Kolle 37 is an interactive park and clubhouse complex, where children of all ages, their families, and community members can engage in a variety of activities, from building a tree house to cooking a healthy meal. The word 'Abenteuerspielplatz' means 'adventure playground,' and the guiding philosophy behind the park is that children should be exposed to the many 'dangerous' elements of life--hammers, live animals, fire--in a safe and supervised atmosphere. Kolle 37 is a perfect example of how parks can bring adults and children together to play and learn."

Markets

Third Thursday Streetfest, Willimantic, CT

"From May to October, on the 3rd Thursday of each month, four blocks of Main St. are closed to vehicular traffic for the evening & filled with festival-goers. Thousands of pedestrians browse merchandise within a background of musical, theatrical, visual & olfactory delights. There are clowns and bands and a giant frog to entertain you as you meander through the fest. Local and regional vendors set tables in the street showcasing the wealth of goods produced in Connecticut."

Streets

Corydon Strip, Winnipeg, MB

"This street is also known as Little Italy and is lined with cafes. You can find restaurants, bars and gelato shops. It is a place where people go to see and be seen and has the trendiest outdoor night scene in the 'Peg."

Buildings

Compania Church, Quito, Ecuador

"This place is one of the most important destinations in Quito ... The Catholic religion predominates in Ecuador; churches like this are visited all the time by locals and by tourists. In the church there is a museum which is the perfect place to learn about Quitenian colonial art."