This is really the only entry that inspired me since it seems to encompass the very ideals of being a true icon with timeless qualities that none of the other entries seem to capture. Until I came across this entry, I was about to say that perhaps the contest should run for another year to get some more inspirational designs that would capture the qualities that make for a world class icon. The timeless beauty of the Infinity Ring is that it appears to be floating in the air as if it was some type of futuristic spacecraft from another advanced civilization. Because of the enormous size & scale of this design, it will stand out for all to see when visitors come to downtown San Jose. They will at once be in awe by the beautiful simplicity of design & the sheer elegance in which it is executed. Like the Statue of Liberty in New York, it clearly seems to project what an iconic symbol should be about. When looking at the Infinity Ring from the angle where it looks like a giant heart with the hot air balloon floating in the middle, it seems to say, "Welcome to San Jose!" From that perspective, it looks inviting & welcoming to all visitors who happen to see this symbol from the perspective of the giant heart. I believe if it is built here in downtown San Jose, it will be recognized as the 21st century equivalent of New York's Statue of Liberty, for the west coast. Because of the beauty, elegance & relative simplicity of design, I believe it will receive national & international recognition as one of the world's greatest works of public art. I believe that the Infinite Ring if built will become the single most treasured development in the city of San Jose.The beauty of the Infinity Ring is that it shows off many different perspectives & points of view depending upon where & what angle you view this from. I like that fact that it is so expansive covering the entirety of the arena green area & not really encumbering the ground floor of the greens since most of the structure will be well above ground thereby allowing the arena greens to remain a spacious place for visitors to roam about.The Infinity Ring symbolizes our great technological prowess here in Silicon Valley while simultaneously showing the world that we also embrace humanvalues of charity, hope, kindness & love for all humanity. I believe that it will truly become one of the most famous & impressive landmarks ever built in the U.S. & will attract hundreds of thousands of visitors to downtown San Jose each & every year going forward once it is built.The beauty of this design also is that it allows the general public to go inside the ring & walk around the entire perimeter while taking in some breathtaking views of the Santa Clara Valley surrounded by the Mt. Hamilton range in the East & the Santa Cruz mountain range to the West. I also see the great potential in the design which seems to offer a phenomenal LED light show at night which would further attract thousands more to our downtown. Finally, the Infinity Ring is very aspirational in that it says that we should embrace the future with an open mind & a big heart which the mathematical infinity symbol seems to imply since the universe has almost infinite possibilities where anything may be possible as long as we have an open mind. Overall, a brilliant concept & a truly beautiful work of art that should be built here in San Jose, a city that has been forever searching for a distinct identity to separate itself from our city to the North, San Francisco. I hope we don't pass on this once in a lifetime opportunity since it ultimately will get built by some other city that recognizes that this is a truly great iconic symbol for the 21st century.

 

I think this is the most interesting, rational and original solution.

At first glimpse the project seemed reminiscent of ancient statues and sites which blessed the world of antiquity. After a closer look I was astounded by the modernity and innovation of the structure. This project brings the wonders of old into the modern world. This project will be an iconic site and in my opinion can become the face of San Jose.

 

Supernatural Skypark is visually stunning. I appreciate that it is eco-friendly and that the lighting system takes into account wildlife. My one worry is safety! I don't see guardrails.

It's a thousand pities that the information that the structure can be placed not only on the eastern and western sites, but also between them in the form of an arch, was posted not in the brief, but in the FAQ section, not everyone, including me, noted this and therefore were very limited in design.

 

I’m very interested in the idea of Silicon Valley/San Jose as the hotbed of innovation. But looking at these 47 proposal, I am deeply disappointed and further concern of the direction where „creative people“ are taking.All of these design are mediocre, you can find these kind of cheap shape-oriented design everywhere on any image/ design platform e.g. pinterest,... with little to no efforts. The one I like the most among these is proposal number 0964. But it is not that good of a design work, in comparision, it is nowhere near the status of the great landmarks that were built before around the world. But at least the 0964 has good intention and seems like they at least care about what the building will do to the community and to San Jose image. At least it will not be a waste of precious building materials if built. I hope there are better works somewhere among nearly 1000 proposal, something that suits the great spirit that Silicon Valley has promoted. I truly hope the outcome of the competition will be something better than all of these childish 47 proposals combine.

 

Very slick, the theatres are interesting!