Developing "Pixar Place" Theme Park

First off, Happy New Year! I'm sorry for the lack of Blog entries but I've been tied up with my vBulletin board. (http://www.elfislandforums.com/) Recently during my study halls (at least I'm working... right?) I've been making sketches for my original plan of "Pixar Place". I've created the map and now it's time for the park. If you haven't seen the map scroll to the bottom and you'll find it.


The Concept

I'm creating this idea based on the Pixar films and the current Pixar Place street in Disney's Hollywood Studios. Just so you all will know what I'm talking about, here it the concept (lame graphics... I know, that's why it's concept!)

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So let's get right into it. When you enter the park you'll walk under the Pixar gate/sign that is currently at Disney's Hollywood Studios, but a much larger version. Once you pass through the turnstiles you'll find shopping and information both to your right and left. You'll also notice along the entire path way will be trees and benches, which will allow more places for guests to cool down and relax.

Now you may be wondering why there is this empty circle in the middle. Well, what all Disney parks have in common? An icon of course! For "Pixar Place" Theme Park I've created the idea of using the famous Luxo Jr as the icon for the park. I'm sure you're thinking... "oh, a lamp, how exciting..." Of course with that little "Disney Touch" it wouldn't be just any lamp, it would actually me an animatronic. It won't move around the entire park (since I'm imagining this being VERY large scale) but from the mid-point up it will. During the evening hours it's light bulb will shine bright creating a cool effect as it spins and moves around curiously. And there is always some special holiday touch for it too...

Continuing down the main street you'll find a 4D show about all the Pixar Films... or a Pixar Short. (haven't decided) On the right side you'll find a Preview Center for upcoming Disney-Pixar films. You'll find posters, concept art, and models. (maybe even special previews...) At the very top of the park (from left to right) there will be an "Online" section. Here is where you'll find "The World of Pixar" which is another online world I was thinking of. Off of it would be "Toy Story ONLINE" where you can create a toy and roam around a house where you feel as small as a toy. (but that's for another entry...) Then you'll see a tunnel OR pathway (similar to EPCOT) where it will be bring you to another land. A land that I left out was Carsland which would go good in one of the back areas. In the middle will be the exhibit wing which you'll find concepts, videos, models, posters, etc about current and past Disney-Pixar films and shorts. Continuing across will lead you into the "How do they do it?" section. Here is where you can learn some tips on how Disney-Pixar creates these realistic films all by animation. Maybe you'll just walk out an animator too! Oh, and everyone loves stage shows, so I through in a stage last minute. Nothing really thought out though.

Now for the major parts of the parks: Themed Lands. As I just mentioned, the rest of the park is filled with other lands based on famous Disney-Pixar Films. (left out Carsland) Each one of these will feel like you're entering the actual movie. Want to feel the size of an ant? Then a bug's life area is perfect for you. This idea and attractions will be very similar to Disney California Adventure's land based on bug's life. Across the way will be Monsters Inc. which will have the feel of the pre-show area for Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor. You want feel tiny, but maybe a little bit smaller is more life it. I'm not sure what they can exactly put for attractions other then a major Monsters Inc. factory that made you feel like you're really inside the factory. There would be many halls you can walk down, meet monsters, and even ride a few rides. Going back to the left side will be an underwater land based on Nemo. I know Nemo has been a bit over kill but you have to face it that kids still LOVE Nemo. This would be one of my favorites in the creative imagining part. I already hand drew some concepts for a metal roof canopy style that would go along the entire stop of this land making it look like waves... and when night falls it's something a tad bit different. On the top of the shop roof will be lights that create a blue/white "wave" effect along this metal canopy roof creating the feeling that you really ARE underwater. Attractions for Nemo could be a clamobile adventure, smiliar to EPCOT's; or you could "rise" to the surface and ride in submarines, just like at Disneyland. You will also be able to "grab shell" with Crush's Coaster straight from Disneyland Paris Resort. Across from Nemo would be Toy Story - one of Pixar's most famous films. Here you'll feel like you ARE the size of a toy! There will be many great adventures such as Midway Mania, Buzz Lightyears Astro Blasters, and kids play areas. This will also be home to a huge Mr. Potato Head factory.

(ALL lands have some version of a restaurant or fast food area)

Once again, these are my ideas just using Disney & Pixar's inspiration. None of this has been said by Disney, it's just concept by me. If you have any questions please contact me via WDWMagic.com (Exprcoofto) or ElfIslandForums.com (slinkyman).

Well, that about wraps it up for today! If anyone needs to find me I'll be at elfisalndforums.com which is a community board and fansite for the new MMO Elf Island. Thanks for reading!

-Exprcoofto