A new lease on life for Sunnyvale’s downtown began with the client group’s acquisition of a major portion of the downtown area.  From there our team was engaged to develop a master plan that emphasized connectivity and density appropriate to the site's transit-rich location, while carefully weaving together historical elements with contemporary needs. Central to this vision is Redwood Square, a new public space that celebrates the memorial Redwoods, surrounded by active retail uses and community gathering spaces. The plan restores the original street grid and establishes a pedestrian loop that connects the Caltrain station to Murphy Street, creating a variety of urban experiences along the way.