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#237 - Simon Bogalo: Convic and The Evolution of Skate Park Innovation (ft. Leon Paxton)
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Ever wondered what it takes to transform an old rubbish dump into a vibrant community skate park? Join us as we sit down with Simon Bogalo, the innovative lead designer at Convic Skate Parks, who shares the intricate process of designing spaces that skaters love. Simon reveals his daily responsibilities, blending creativity and technical skills, and the collaborative efforts with landscape architects, engineers, and local skaters to bring these parks to life. Leon Paxton co-hosts, adding depth to our exploration of how less-than-ideal sites are turned into thriving community hubs.
Discover the fascinating world of skate park design as we highlight the importance of community involvement and the diverse preferences within the skateboarding community. We focus on iconic parks like Glebe Skate Park, showcasing its community-driven design and heritage elements, and clarify the role of the Olympics in the recent surge of skate park constructions. From Sydney Park to Pizzey Park, you'll hear about the advocacy efforts, the passion behind these projects, and the homage paid to historic street spots.
Listen in as we explore the challenges and evolution of skate park design, emphasising the balance between community desires and innovative features. Simon shares the struggles of working with unsuitable materials, rising costs, and the deep emotional connection skaters have with urban landscapes.
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Shan
*Watch the full video production of this episode HERE.
**Leon Paxton's VLOG of our day at Glebe Skatepark HERE. Subscribe to his channel for the best skatepark reviews on the internet!
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Chapters
1. #237 - Simon Bogalo: Convic and The Evolution of Skate Park Innovation (ft. Leon Paxton) (00:00:00)
2. Skate Park Design Process Exploration (00:00:21)
3. Creating Community Skate Parks (00:10:37)
4. Sydney Skate Park Design Analysis (00:20:37)
5. Skate Park Design Challenges and Evolution (00:28:29)
6. Skate Park Design Project Milestones (00:41:13)
7. Skate Park Design and Memories (00:46:47)
8. Skate Park Design and Community Involvement (00:55:17)
9. Skatepark Design for Competition and Progression (01:08:17)
10. Innovative Skate Park Design Trends (01:13:59)
11. Skate Park Designers' Passion and Pride (01:22:56)
12. Action for Skate Park Advocacy (01:27:32)
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