Have you ever seen a Walmart that was so beautiful that you stopped to take a picture?  Let's face it, most Walmarts and other box stores are not particularly attractive.  Functional...yes.  Attractive.....not really. 

The Walmart in Woodland Park is an exception.   Woodland Park is a small, flourishing city located 18 miles to the west of Colorado Springs in Teller County.

Sunrise at Woodland Park's Walmart

 

This picture was taken at sunrise.  As result, some of the special features are not as noticeable.  This Walmart's features include the statue in the front, split rail fencing, very nice landscaping, decorative light fixtures in the parking lots, green instead of  the trademark blue on the building, etc.  


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18 Comments on Can a Walmart Be Beautiful?

JUL
13
2011
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Wow that is an exception to the rule.  I have never seen one that look that this.
6:22pm • #1

Your title grabbed me.  I never thought a WalMart could be beautiful but this one proves me wrong.
6:25pm • #2
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Hi Sondra - well, I'm not sure I'd call it beautiful, but it certainly is exceptional for a Wal-Mart. And the setting is gorgeous, which helps a lot. Nice to see them make an effort like this and wish they had done better here in Fort Collins and Loveland.
6:26pm • #3
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Sondra, This looks nothing like our nearby WalMarts.  Hopefully, their pricing is still low.  Best wishes always.
6:30pm • #4
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They've done a great job blending it in with the natural landscape.
7:13pm • #5
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WOW! Now thats a nice Walmart!!
7:25pm • #6
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Why Yes it can!

Hi Sondra~ There is beauty and splendor everywhere throughout this great country we live in! Even at Walmart!

Best regards from Seattle...
8:21pm • #7
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Sondra, this does not look bad for a WalMart!  I wonder if they did this in response to some community pressures. 
9:21pm • #8
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Sondra ...Glad Walmart sees the value in blending into the beautiful surroundings !!
10:14pm • #9
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Sondra! This is amazing really. Colorado is a State unto itself. Such beauty, history and ambiance. This really does not surprise me. I wish Texas Wally's would take a lesson! With the shopping choices in a small mountain town it probably was created to "fit in" and it certainly does! Hugs to you dear friend and we miss you here.

 
11:03pm • #10
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Sondra,

Nice to see them trying to blend in and compliment the landscape verses scream blue light special for miles around.  Happy Wednesday and thanks for sharing!
11:46pm • #11
JUL
14
2011
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Like the other cooments, I had no idea.
12:52am • #12

Are you sure you weren’t out in Blossom Valley? We have one that looks just like that out there. It’s in the boondocks, so I don’t get there very often. I can’t believe you came to San Diego and didn’t call me! I guess I know where I stand with you! JJJJ
8:41am • #13
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Hi Sondra,

ALL Walmarts should look like that!  It is a very beautiful building.  But not the trademark Walmart that is so recognizable.

Lisa
2:18pm • #14
JUL
15
2011
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Maybe they should start doing this with more of the Walmarts. It certainly blends well with the surroundings. I think I'll send Walmart an email and tell them we want some attractive Walmart's in our area, more inviting.
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Sondra,

Without a doubt this Walmart is an exception!  g
5:33pm • #16
JUL
16
2011
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Apparently so Sondra - in Colorado Springs! NJ - not so much. Great photo!
5:07pm • #17
JUL
17
2011
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If only other big giant superstores would learn from that! Blends right in and make you wanna stop there. What a great combo!
10:20am • #18


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