In an earlier post ("All Aboard"), we took a look at the stretch of shops surrounding Sunshine Plaza at the Disney California Adventure main entrance and how they connect to the railroad heritage of both Walt Disney and California. Now, let's peek inside these shops at some of the details to be found there. First up: Engine-Ears Toys.
Step aboard the Silver Crescent, and you'll suddenly find yourself surrounded by a candy-colored, childlike world of railroad-inspired whimsy. Facades around the edge of the room are designed in the style of California train stations, from country to mission. Fixtures are shaped like everything from a locomotive and train cars to bushes and track side signals. Look down, and you'll notice even the floor features details which imply railroad tracks, grass and stone paving.
The Imagineers also had fun with the graphics inside Engine-Ears Toys, deploying some of their usual wordplay on a route map and departure board.
You know, I've never bothered to go into that toy store. Maybe I should!
ReplyDeleteIf you want to see these details in person, you'll need to hurry. This area will soon be giving way to the Buena Vista St construction
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