The Interpreter Posted June 4, 2012 Posted June 4, 2012 Yes a world class park, with a remodeled front gate, not a tear down, and the flags great plan. Plus it would be nice to get some international sense back to park, with food, and themes. More Flags More Fun And now Terpy better run! Go Big. Thrills Connect. Or something! Quote
Hendrick Posted June 4, 2012 Posted June 4, 2012 It would cost so much to destroy it, then to build something, its just throwing money down the drain. Simply, if it makes money, they will put it in, if its just for show and will not bring in money then they wont. Look at the IRB with characters, it makes money, if they took it down, it would be a loss of money. I doubt the brick pavers in Coney Lasy year brought in money. I love the idea of the revamp. The sketch looks great!!! Quote
The Interpreter Posted June 4, 2012 Posted June 4, 2012 Pavers opposed to asphalt: less hot, less slippery when wet, less maintenance, fewer claims. New or renovated building: optimized space, cosmetic improvements, enhanced guest experience, higher employee productivity due to reduced functional obsolescence. Quote
KIfan73 Posted June 4, 2012 Posted June 4, 2012 I actually think there may be more of an impact if something similar to the sketch above was built over both ends of Kings Island drive. Quote
AintNutinElse2Do Posted June 4, 2012 Posted June 4, 2012 Okay I scrapped my previous drawing seen on the first page. So here's what I've been working on now. This option as another one presented would renovate the current entry gate. The front towers would be simply for looks while the rear would be elevator towers. All towers would be to somewhat frame the Eiffel Tower. The Now Showing boxes on the front would be for LCD screens for the park to use as it saw fit. Hope you enjoy. 1 Quote
KI-ORIG-EMP Posted June 5, 2012 Posted June 5, 2012 The season pass building and the big booth were both there when I bought a season pass in 1981. I also worked in the season pass building processing passes in 1992. Quote
AintNutinElse2Do Posted June 6, 2012 Posted June 6, 2012 Just wanted to post the more colorful and patriotic version of the one above. 3 Quote
KIfan1980 Posted June 6, 2012 Posted June 6, 2012 I prefer the white - let them use the Red and Blue on The Racer! 1 Quote
AintNutinElse2Do Posted June 6, 2012 Posted June 6, 2012 ^, ^^ I'll agree with both of you however, what I do like about the red/blue one is that it shows the curvatures of the towers better. Quote
matthunterross Posted June 6, 2012 Posted June 6, 2012 Here's the next step in the process: (See more of my Kings Island concepts.) Final render up next. 8 Quote
Titan Posted June 6, 2012 Posted June 6, 2012 I really like that one. It has a lot of charm and gives off the classic amusement park feeling. Quote
MikelAS Posted June 6, 2012 Posted June 6, 2012 Here's the next step in the process: (Via Kings Island concepts.) Final render up next. Beautiful! 1 Quote
westcoaster Posted June 6, 2012 Posted June 6, 2012 Wonderful hope park executives like these proposals, spruces, up the front gate, and keeps the passion and vision for Kings Island. The front door is always where you welcome guests, These are great! 1 Quote
AintNutinElse2Do Posted June 6, 2012 Posted June 6, 2012 Here's a look at the back And here's another color variation for the front with some flags added 1 Quote
IndyGuy4KI Posted June 6, 2012 Posted June 6, 2012 ^, ^^ I'll agree with both of you however, what I do like about the red/blue one is that it shows the curvatures of the towers better. Agreed, maybe just a different color in the curve itself? I like matthunterross's design as well. Quote
stashua123 Posted June 7, 2012 Posted June 7, 2012 maybe just keep the original entrance but renovate it Quote
TheCrypt Posted June 7, 2012 Posted June 7, 2012 ^I think that's what matthunterross' drawing is alluding to, just an overlay of the original building. Quote
Maverick00 Posted June 7, 2012 Posted June 7, 2012 Atleast it's not as bad as Cedar Point's, their's is going to get renovated though. Quote
matthunterross Posted June 7, 2012 Posted June 7, 2012 OK, here's the latest elevation rendering: This is my personal favorite of the quick color tests I did. You can see the others here: Initial test Optional version (resembling the new Soak City gate) Again, you can review the whole process in my Blue Sky: Kings Island image set. One more final sketch regarding the front gate coming soon. 4 Quote
matthunterross Posted June 7, 2012 Posted June 7, 2012 ^I think that's what matthunterross' drawing is alluding to, just an overlay of the original building. That's correct. Though the porch area in the center would hopefully be functional. Quote
LongliveKingsCobra Posted June 7, 2012 Posted June 7, 2012 You sir, must do that professionally! That is so very pretty and I Oh so wish the park would take that design and make it happen! Quote
matthunterross Posted June 7, 2012 Posted June 7, 2012 ^Haha - thanks man! I too wish they could make it a reality, and yes, I'm attempting to do this professionally. Cedar Fair, are you looking for Entertainment Designers? Quote
Guest rcfreak339 Posted June 7, 2012 Posted June 7, 2012 Holy cow dude....those are awesome man. You have a very nice talent right there. Quote
KIfan73 Posted June 7, 2012 Posted June 7, 2012 That does look fantastic…they should hire you to do the maps for the park, too! Quote
matthunterross Posted June 7, 2012 Posted June 7, 2012 Holy cow dude....those are awesome man. You have a very nice talent right there. Thanks so much! That does look fantastic…they should hire you to do the maps for the park, too! Funny you say that... I'm working on it! Quote
Titan Posted June 7, 2012 Posted June 7, 2012 ^I think that's what matthunterross' drawing is alluding to, just an overlay of the original building. That's correct. Though the porch area in the center would hopefully be functional. That would be a nice place to have characters waving at the guests entering the park. Overall it looks very nice! Quote
matthunterross Posted June 8, 2012 Posted June 8, 2012 That would be a nice place to have characters waving at the guests entering the park. Overall it looks very nice! Yes - that would be great, and was the original intent for the sketch. (Read here.) Thanks! Quote
KI-ORIG-EMP Posted June 8, 2012 Posted June 8, 2012 Lets say Cedar Fair decides to tear down the old front gate complex, how long will it take to tear it down and build the new front gate complex? Don't forget this is a major construction project that all the guest will pass through. It will have to house new guest service's center, rest rooms, shops, commissary, admission offices and other services now housed. What will the total cost be to tear it down and construct the new gate complex. Don't forget the drawings for all utilities, engineering drawings, permits and such. Another thing, what asbestos removal? Will it just be cost effective to just remodel the whole complex vs. new construction? It will not be able to be started until the park closes and it opens in April. Quote
CedarPointer Posted June 8, 2012 Posted June 8, 2012 ^I think that's what matthunterross' drawing is alluding to, just an overlay of the original building. That's correct. Though the porch area in the center would hopefully be functional. That would mean it'd pass through a kitchen area, wouldn't it? Quote
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