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Jury Report NSW AILA Awards 2017
The NSW 2017 awards jury was a diverse group of 7 landscape architects and urban designers. It consisted of three male and four female jurors and represented academia, government, large and small private practice and the AILA. The jury made the decision to undertake site visits to a select group of projects and found this process essential in fully understanding projects and informing decision making.
With the largest number of award entries ever received, the 2017 NSW awards offered a true indication of the breadth of project work being undertaken by landscape architects. There is no doubt that NSW is experiencing a time of massive urban restructuring. Urban centres are densifying, expanding and growing at speed. Grey is threatening green and landscape architects are working on challenges of social equity and environmental resilience across all scales. The debate about open space in the city, how much, what type and where, continues to underpin most strategic investigations, yet the voice is now charged with a growing ‘evidence base’ to argue for better quality, better connectivity and more trees.
As urban centres expand and densify, they are also connecting, and mega scaled infrastructure projects are being reconceptualised by landscape architects as catalysts for change. Landscape architects across the state are turning infrastructure projects once seen as environmental threats into vital opportunities for large scale remaking, restoration and environmental stewardship of the vast landscapes which they cross and connect.
As new parts of cities grow and glow, other parts age and decay or are simply worn down by constant use by a growing urban population. Maintaining, restoring or reinvigorating the city is work never complete and this humble but essential work of many landscape architects offers connection with original project intentions, ensuring the city of the future is as timeless as it is modern.
Despite or perhaps because of the volume of concrete being poured in NSW in recent years, this year’s award highlights were all about the power of plants. The pressures of urban living and population expansion is highlighting the dire need for trees in the urban and suburban environments, requiring deep engagement with communities to establish a stronger demand side for Green Infrastructure generally. On smaller projects too, the beauty of plants in lush collections featured heavily in both roof gardens and private gardens, perhaps a response to the increasingly compact characteristics of inner city living.
Mark TyrrellNSW Jury Chair
Members of the Jury
Bruce Mackenzie AM, Bruce Mackenzie Design,
Bruce Mackenzie and Assoc Landscape ArchitectsFor more than 50 years Bruce has pursued landscape architecture throughout Australia and Overseas. In the late 1970s he changed Bruce Mackenzie and Assoc to a dedicated design office operating solely in landscape architectural commissions. Encouraging the use of Indigenous Australian species began earlier when the words environment, ecology and indigenous were unknown within the Australian language. They now have become commonplace terms. Indigenous design is also an adopted standard in Australia and given the demands of climate change is particularly relevant.
Saneia Norton Director, Saneia Norton Design Communication
Saneia is a landscape architect with 17 years experience at the NSW Government Architect’s Office working with diverse stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams across the state. In 2016, Saneia founded SNDC to help designers connect with clients, stakeholders and collaborators through clear communication. She is a guest lecturer in design communication at UNSW and creator of the podcast ‘Dig Beneath Design’, where designers share personal insights and entertaining stories about presenting their ideas.
Mark Tyrrell Director, TYRRELLSTUDIOJury Chair
Mark Tyrrell is founder and director of multidisciplinary design firm TYRRELLSTUDIO. He holds degrees in architecture, urban design and landscape architecture. Mark leads a growing team of talented professionals working on a high volume of large scale public domain projects from the Sydney studio. Mark also has an ongoing consultancy and research focus surrounding the role of urban design in the transitional development of informal settlements. Mark is co-creative director of the 2017 Festival of Landscape Architecture ‘The Third City’.
Emma Washington Landscape Architect, City Of Sydney Council
Emma Washington (Brooks) is a landscape architect with 15 years experience in the design and implementation of places for people. Prior to her current role with the City of Sydney, she was involved in a broad range of public domain, masterplanning and regeneration projects in Australia, the UK, PNG and China. Of note is Emma’s contribution to award winning projects Great Lines Heritage Park (UK) and the regeneration of Bexhill-on-Sea (UK). Her current work focuses on strategic landscape advice and helping private landowners achieve high quality, sustainable landscapes within the City of Sydney. Emma is also currently undertaking a Masters of Environmental Law at the University of Sydney.
Members of the Jury
Maria Rigoli Landscape Architect, Associate DesignInc, Sydney
Maria Rigoli is an Associate at DesignInc Sydney and has boundless Landscape Architecture experience with over 25 years expertise leading project teams, delivering well resolved landscape design and construction packages across Australia and Asia.Her experience ranges from residential landscape, public domain and recreational open space to infrastructure landscape design and Landscape Character and Visual Impact assessments.Maria’s significant projects include Barangaroo Reserve. Maria became the project landscape architect as the project went to tender and worked closely with the contractor throughout the design/construct process of the project. The project went on to win a number of national and international awards.
Darlene van der Breggen
Darlene is an architect and urbanist with extensive experience in both the public and private sectors of practice. She specialises in strategic design and design policy for urban development projects and is committed to delivering high quality environments that balance environmental considerations with public and commercial interest.
Scott Hawken
An Urban Designer, Landscape Architect and Landscape Archaeologist with expertise in mapping and designing green and blue infrastructure within urban landscapes. His work makes use of high-end geospatial technologies including GIS and remote sensing which enable the integration of “big-data” into real world applications.His work also engages with smart cities theory which seeks to identify how digital technologies are changing cities. Using 3D GIS his research is generating insights into specific knowledge innovation ecosystems within cities such as Sydney. Such research is important to help knowledge economies spatially adapt to digital disruption. His work has been featured in National Geographic and BBC documentaries and is changing the way we understand Southeast Asian cities
Award Categories
01 Civic Landscape02 Community Contribution03 Cultural Heritage04 Gardens05 Infrastructure06 Land Management07 Landscape Planning08 Parks & Open Space09 Playspaces10 Research, Policy & Communications11 Small Projects12 Tourism13 Urban Design14 IALD Landscape Lighting15 Student
CIVIC LANDSCAPE CATEGORY
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The Levee respects the historic character of Maitland high street and embodies a new identity for its future. The use of earth-toned porphyry paving and a sophisticated lighting strategy complements the turn of the century heritage buildings. This project demonstrates the value of investing in high quality civic spaces, with an impressive impact on vacancy rates in the town centre. The design supports a flexible program that is an attractor for locals and visitors, supporting the economic revitalisation of the region. The construction of the River Link building and river walk will complete the project vision, engaging the new heart of town with its unique river setting.
PHOTOGRAPHER Florian Groehn
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AWARD
MAITLAND LEVEEMCGREGOR COXALLMAITLAND CITY COUNCIL
‘‘RESPECTS THE HISTORIC CHARACTER OF MAITLAND HIGH STREET AND EMBODIES A NEW IDENTITY FOR ITS FUTURE”
CIVIC LANDSCAPE ENTRIES
Urbis Pty Ltd // The Connection: Rhodes Community PrecinctPhotographer: Swarm UAV
Camden Council // Argyle Street revitalisationPhotographer: Unknown
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COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTION
CATEGORY
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AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Cool Streets Pilot ProjectGallagher Studio and Cred ConsultingDave Towns, Environmental Projects Officer, Blacktown City Council
The Cool Street Pilot Project makes a significant and important contribution to managing climate resilience in suburban environments. This project demonstrates an exemplar level of community engagement: not just informing residents of imminent change, but educating, creating a sense of ownership and agency, and influencing opinions to achieve a positive outcome. The jury awarded an Award of Excellence due to the level of academic rigour underpinning this project, making the important transition from research to physical improvements on the ground that should set a precedent for landscape architecture in the future.
PHOTOGRAPHERS James Norton and Sarah Reilly
COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTION ENTRIES
OCULUS // Lendlease Community Day - St Peters Public SchoolPhotographer: Unknown
Sym Studio // Avalon Beach Placeplanning Guiding DocumentPhotographer: Unknown
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CULTURAL HERITAGE CATEGORY
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The Hyde Park Pool of Reflection upgrade reflects a refined approach to heritage while demonstrating comprehensive knowledge of the conservation management plan. The resulting work is understated and enhances the formal qualities of the space as well as making it an inviting space: two qualities which do not always go together successfully. The upgrading of the quality of finishes to the precinct and replacement of declining formal tree planting add to the gravity of the landscape. The jury noted the deft provision of a new weir reticulation system to replace the existing standpipe outlet with the sophisticated and subtle custom milled stone wet edge, enabling a higher level of maintenance to the pool. The design outcome demonstrates that innovation does not necessarily require significant departure from past forms but can develop within a tight framework to deliver durable outstanding spaces.
PHOTOGRAPHER Geoff Howden
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AWARD
Hyde Park Pool of Reflection upgradeTurf Design Studio and Environmental Partnership collaboration (TDEP)City of Sydney
‘‘REFLECTS AN UNDERSTATED AND REFINED APPROACH TO HERITAGE”
CULTURAL HERITAGE ENTRIES
360 Degrees Landscape Architects // The HermitagePhotographer: Murray Fredericks
Arcadia Landscape Architecture // The PlatformPhotographer: Cameron Bloom
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GARDENS CATEGORY04
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The Hermitage is a plant collector’s dream within a harbour setting. The sophisticated planting design combines native and exotic species in lush, bold arrangements that clearly evoke the character of their owner. Views are expertly framed around a range of gathering spaces. Subtle lighting and high quality materials complete the refurbishment of this signature garden.
PHOTOGRAPHER Murray Fredericks
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AWARD
The Hermi tage360 Degrees Landscape ArchitectsJustin Hemmes
‘‘COMBINES NATIVE AND EXOTIC SPECIES IN LUSH, BOLD ARRANGEMENTS”
GARDEN ENTRIES
Martin O’Dea of CLOUSTON Associates // Starling StreetPhotographer: Martin O’Dea
Environmental Partnership // The Gardens ApartmentsPhotographer: Unknown
Sitedesign Studio // NautilusPhotographer: Keith McInnes
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INFRASTRUCTURE CATEGORY
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This project simultaneously resolves the complexities of accessing a major new regional hospital, coordinating multiple arterial intersections and enhancing community connectedness, whilst respecting the unique landscape ‘forest’ legacy that distinguishes this part of Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Key landscape typologies, including the ‘bush corridor’ and the ‘forest parkway’, form the main structuring element in an integrated urban and landscape design strategy which also uses the elevated setting to define a ‘gateway’ to the Northern Beaches. The strategy aims to create a safe and enjoyable driving experience within a legible urban corridor that integrates seamlessly into its suburban bushland setting.
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AWARD
Northern Beaches Hospital Connectivity and Network Enhancement ProjectAECOM Australia Pty LtdFerrovial York Joint Venture for RMS
‘‘INTEGRATES SEAMLESSLY INTO ITS SUBURBAN BUSHLAND SETTING”
AWARD OF EXCELLENCEPacific Highway Upgrade – Woolgoolga to Ballina (Portion C)HASSELLGareth Collins / Roads and Maritime Services
The Urban Design and Landscape Plan for the Pacific Highway upgrade from Devils Pulpit to Richmond River, to be completed in 2020, addresses a range of significant north coast landscape conditions to deliver substantive regional improvements - including transformative changes to local community amenity, regeneration of depleted mining and agricultural landscapes and reconnection of bisected regional ecosystems.The plan reveals the unique qualities of the North Coast through a journey that is choreographed to showcase the distinctive State Forest, Bundjalung and Broadwater National Park native flora - existing in managed harmony with the region’s expansive and productive agricultural landscapes. This project demonstrates how strong environmental stewardship can be achieved when landscape architectural leadership is consistently empowered and confidently embedded within complex multidisciplinary civil infrastructure projects.
INFRASTRUCTURE ENTRIES
Johnson Pilton Walker Pty Ltd. // Kent Street UnderpassPhotographer: Brett Boardman
Scott Carver // Bennelong BridgePhotographer: Unknown
Spackman Mossop Michaels Pty Ltd in collaboration with Tonkin Zulaikha Greer Architects // Oatley Station Precinct Accessibility UpgradePhotographer: Eric Seirens
CONTEXT Landscape Design // Tintenbar to Ewingsdale Pacific Highway UpgradePhotographer: Hoverscape
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LAND MANAGEMENT CATEGORY
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AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Little Bay CoveMcGregor CoxallCharter Hall Group
The comprehensive management of landscape architecture, water sensitive urban design framework combined with the skills of refined architecture creates an impressive project. New vegetation, entirely endemic to the local Eastern Suburbs Banksia Scrub ecology, is eventually focused on the central valley of constructed wetlands - incorporating a snaking elevated walkway of recycled timber, steel stairs and weir bridges. The retention and protection of the last remaining deposit of Miocene Clay, once a source material used by Australian aborigines for traditional body painting, is contained within the project. Little Bay Cove local creeks will also benefit as the design ensures that only clean water will flow into the bay. It is a well-considered ecologically sensitive project.
PHOTOGRAPHER Simon Wood
LANDSCAPE PLANNING CATEGORY
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AWARD OF EXCELLENCE
Quality of Landscape Study for Green SquareGallagher StudioCity of Sydney John Davies, Specialist Planner Strategic Planning & Urban Design
The City of Sydney commissioned Gallagher Studio to explore methods to enhance landscape quality in the Green Square Urban Renewal Area. The completed work clearly illustrates the incremental reduction of overall street tree canopy as individual development applications are proposed and granted. Comprehensive analysis, robust propositions and clear graphics which articulate clearly the scale, rhythm and density of possible planting structures make this a highly useful piece of work. Sections make clear references to dimensions required for key technical elements such as deep soil zones and canopy spread.
This project makes a strong case for the future amenity of Green Square through suitable street tree planting. The completed report is another project where Gallagher Studios have illustrated their strength in planting design in the urban street condition, underpinned by the PhD research of Libby Gallagher.
PHOTOGRAPHER Allison Sainty
LANDSCAPE PLANNING ENTRIES
CONTEXT Landscape Design // Wattamolla Master Plan
IRIS Visual Planning & Design // Sydney Metro City and Southwest, Chatswood to Sydenham, Landscape and Visual Impact AssessmentPhotographer: Suzie Rawlinson
OCULUS (in collaboration with UrbanGrowth) // Parramatta Road Corridor Urban Transformation Urban Amenity Improvement Plan (UAIP)
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PARKS & OPEN SPACE CATEGORY
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The newly activated waterfront re-connects the Queanbeyan CBD with the Queanbeyan River. The new terraced lawns and amphitheatre seating now provide a venue for open air events and river-based activities. The park has been designed to work with the river flood system being capable of being submerged by several metres. The design also provides a platypus habitat along the soft river edge. Clouston refined the master plan originally developed by Oxigen.
The jury commended the strong visual image of repetitive, sculptural forms beside the river that focus on an amphitheatre capable of handling large scale events. The interactive fountain and play areas have been embraced by the community as a new destination for recreation.
PHOTOGRAPHER Phillip Hayson
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AWARD
Queanbeyan CBD – Queen Elizabeth II Park and Collett Street upgradeCLOUSTON AssociatesQueanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council Contact: Michael Damo ContractsEngineer
‘‘A VENUE FOR OPEN AIR EVENTS AND RIVER-BASED ACTIVITIES”
PARKS & OPEN SPACE ENTRIES
McGregor Coxall // The CalyxPhotographer: Unknown
Umbaco Landscape Architects // Parklife - Stage 4 of Clemton Park VillagePhotographer: Simon Wood
Camden Council // Birriwa ReservePhotographer: Unknown
Ku-ring-gai Council // Cameron Park Photographer: Adrian Boddy
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PLAY SPACES CATEGORY
09
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Under the many constraints of the world heritage site of Parramatta Park, the Parramatta Parkland Trust and McGregor Coxall have managed to create a fantastic playground in the Paddocks Precinct. The requisite play surface treatments are considered alongside native vegetation which is woven through the design. In time as the planting matures, these circular spaces will be experienced as clearings in an overarching native planting structure. The playground is a standout in the category mainly due to this synthetic approach to the different play, circulation and vegetation layers which are handled as one. A suite of structures designed by CHROFI Architects ensure that there is some level of shade in the open site. The range of play elements is interesting and attractive whilst remaining retrained and recessive and in keeping with the view lines of the world heritage precinct.
PHOTOGRAPHER Unknown
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AWARD
THE PADDOCKS PRECINCT DOMAIN CREEK PLAYGROUNDMcGregor CoxallParramatta Park Trust
‘‘THE PLAYSPACE PROVIDES A RANGE OF ACTIVITIES AND IS ACCESSIBLE FOR ALL”
PLAY SPACE ENTRIES
Randwick City Council // Chifley Inclusive PlaygroundPhotographer: Tom Brewster
Randwick City Council // Chifley Skate Park
City Of Canterbury Bankstown Council // Rotary Park, RiverwoodPhotographer: Daniel Walters
Sturt Noble Associates // Wulaba ParkPhotographer: Simon Wood
PLAY SPACE ENTRIES
Umbaco Landscape Architects // Carss Bush Park PlayspacePhotographer: Unknown
Randwick City Council // Heffron Pedal ParkPhotographer: Angus Palmer
Ku-ring-gai Council // Cameron ParkPhotographer: Adrian Boddy
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RESEARCH, POLICY & COMMUNICATIONS
CATEGORY
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The Liveable Sydney study highlights the importance of landscape and environmental factors in a ‘liveability’ ranking of over 500 Sydney suburbs. In this study, access to open space, views, tree cover and topography are four of the 16 indicators that constitute liveability. Initially launched via real estate marketing media, the study achieved considerable exposure across the general community and is notable for its balanced approach to the ‘liveability’ criteria.Using both primary research and secondary data sources, the study delivers an ‘evidence-based’ assessment tool across a range of media platforms that invites the community to engage in a broader debate around the concept of liveability, and the relevance of landscape in that debate.
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AWARD
Liveable Sydney 2016Tract ConsultantsFairfax Media (Domain)
‘‘INVITES THE COMMUNITY TO ENGAGE IN A BROADER DEBATE AROUND THE CONCEPT OF LIVEABILITY”
The Sydney Landscape Code is detailed and illustrated to perfection. The document has been thoroughly researched and set out with intelligence and skill. Beyond this intense collection of features is the background philosophy of intent and guidance for the eventual designers, giving advice and instruction. The sketches and diagrams are examples of most current conditions accompanied with many of Oculus’ own photographs. Amongst the elements contained are soil depth, volume and quality, green roofs and walls, vehicle access, materials and finishes, maintenance, lighting and irrigation. It is a useful exercise in instruction and guidance very well presented.
PHOTOGRAPHER Unknown
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AWARD
Sydney Landscape CodeOCULUSCity of Sydney
‘‘DETAILED AND ILLUSTRATED TO PERFECTION”
SMALL PROJECTS CATEGORY
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AWARD OF EXCELLENCECleveland & CoBlack Beetle pty ltdCornerstone Property Group
The Cleveland and Co. project in Surry Hills is an excellent example of a small garden with a grand statement. The project involved the adaptive re-use of two adjacent industrial buildings. The original Demco gantry beams, hoist, tackle and hooks became important components within the new circular atrium that draws light and air into the centre of the building. The lift motor and flywheel are sculptural elements in the communal roof top garden. The roof top garden has panoramic views which are not obstructed by the intricately laid out elements of planters and furniture. The planting is well established, full of texture and interest that will change with the seasons and provide a sensory retreat for residents from the busy city streets below. The collaboration between landscape architect, architect and client delivered a truly remarkable space and garden that would be the envy of other apartment dwellers.
As part of the award assessment process, the jury re-allocated this project from the ‘Cultural Heritage’ category to the ‘Small Projects’ category to ensure it was assessed fairly against similar projects.
PHOTOGRAPHER Unknown
SMALL PROJECT ENTRIES
Corkery Consulting // Renwick Street Park UpgradePhotographer: Unknown
Corkery Consulting // Turramurra Memorial Park Recreation PrecinctPhotographer: Unknown
Tract Consultants // O’Connell Street ReservePhotographer: Julie Lee
Urbis Pty Ltd // Orange Regional MuseumPhotographer: Tom Ferguson
SMALL PROJECT ENTRIES
Hornsby Shire Council // Asquith Park Recreation UpgradePhotographer: James Frawley
Ku-ring-gai Council // Bicentennial Park War MemorialPhotographer: David Forward
Arcadia Landscape Architecture // O’Regan Arts & Cultural Common for Monte SchoolPhotographer: Tyrone Branigan
Amber Road in collaboration with Atelier Andy Carson // 16 Eveleigh Street, Redfern - Communal Courtyard SanctuaryPhotographer: Tom Ferguson
SMALL PROJECT ENTRIES
Phillips in collaboration with City of Sydney // Bamal WayPhotographer: Phillips Marler
Umbaco Landscape Architects // Kenneth Slessor ParkPhotographer: Simon Wood
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TOURISM CATEGORY12
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Under highly constrained conditions, the upgrade of the Echo Point to Three Sisters path demonstrates the benefits of careful consideration, judicious process and community consultation in the design of tourist infrastructure. Taking the opportunity to substantially improve conditions for the 600,000 odd pedestrians each year, the formation of an accessible path is a simple, yet important enhancement of this site. This project demonstrates a subtle, well considered design that considers the heritage, difficult terrain and unique sense of place of this important site.
PHOTOGRAPHER Ian Brown
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AWARD
Three Sisters Track, Blue Mountains National ParkBlue Mountains Walking Track Project NPWSNSW National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS)
‘‘CONSIDERS THE HERITAGE, DIFFICULT TERRAIN AND UNIQUE SENSE OF PLACE”
TOURISM ENTRIES
OCULUS // Sargood on CollaroyPhotographer: Simon Wood
CONTEXT Landscape Design // Centenary Theatre Taronga ZooPhotographer: Simon Wood
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URBAN DESIGN CATEGORY
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This strategic project is a benchmark for the integration of sustainable urban design principles in the current climate of mega-density. The jury commended the strong foundations of social equity and environmental resilience in the scheme and was delighted by its inspired approach to communication. The drawings convey complex concepts in a clear and engaging way, demonstrating the benefit of multi-disciplinary, design-led planning. The jury urges decision-makers to support schemes of this quality and innovation moving forward.
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AWARD
K2K Urban DesignJMDdesign + Hill Thalis Architecture and Urban Projects + Bennett & Trimble ArchitectsJoanna Hole, Randwick City Council
‘‘STRONG FOUNDATIONS OF SOCIAL EQUITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESILIENCE”
This project combines sophisticated Architectural, Engineering and Landscape Architectural directions with an array of consultant advice to develop an immense project. It is identified as Master Planning and Urban Design - Pre-Concept Report, however the project is at present under construction and the rail transport corridor and station systems are well advanced in planning, detail and early stages of development. Of much importance is the hard-copy representation of the overall concept including images of the transport corridors, intended landscape treatment plus views of the station landscapes and its overall philosophy. Indigenous planting schemes dominate and the overall concept is impressive. We look forward in time to the finished project.
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE AWARD
North West Rail Link: Master Plan & Urban DesignHASSELLKim Crestani / Transport for NSW
‘‘COMBINES SOPHISTICATED ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING AND LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL DIRECTIONS”
URBAN DESIGN ENTRIES
Urbis Pty Ltd // Telopea Urban Renewal Master Planning ProjectPhotographer: Unknown
Gallagher Studio in collaboration with MWArchitects // Cronulla Town Centre Public Domain Master PlanPhotographer: Paula Kuka
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LANDSCAPE LIGHTING AWARD
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IALD LANDSCAPE LIGHTING AWARD
Macquarie Street Mall RevitalisationUrbis Pty LtdLiverpool City Council
The scheme has created a contemporary night time experience by updating the use of orange sodium lighting. The approach to lighting demonstrates a high level of co-ordination of the lighting effects, urban design intent and the physical lighting equipment. The catenary mounted colour changing lights create a strong graphical element, which unifies the space at night with an urban scale soffit for the mall. The lit effects provides a satisfying balance between the coloured feature and more statutory driven white light towards the retail units. This approach is interesting as it allows pedestrian to make up their own minds how to travel through the space. The light poles combine numerous different functions and items of equipment. These include the power rand support for the feature lighting, the pedestrian street lighting as well as banners and CCTV. Accent lighting is also integrated into the concise rhythm of poles and the lit effect of the trees and landscape features provide depth and visual texture.
PHOTOGRAPHER Tom Ferguson
‘‘A CONTEMPORARY NIGHT TIME EXPERIENCE”
LIGHTING ENTRIES
Martin O’Dea of CLOUSTON Associates // Starling StreetPhotographer: Martin O’Dea
Tract Consultants // Walter Gors Reserve Dee WhyPhotographer: Tract Consultants
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STUDENT CATEGORY15
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ANDREASENS GREEN FUTURE LEADER STUDENT AWARD - GROUPCamellia Masterplan UNSW 4th YEAR URBAN LANDSCAPE STUDIO 2017Jason Monghan, Sophie Randall, Debbie Pearce and Jae Han
This student project engages with a range of ideas from the fields of urban ecology, urban design and landscape architecture and applies them to the demanding post-industrial landscape of Camelia. The student project required the creative production of an urban design structure plan within UNSW’s Urban Landscape 4th Year Studio directed by Mike Harris and Libby Gallagher.The scheme demonstrates engagement with complexities such as block structure to create a vibrant mix of neighborhood types in high-density neighborhoods. Public space was creatively configured to integrate demands such as flooding, transport logics and issues of contamination. The fascinating urban ecology of Sydney was expressed within the project through creative combination of new and existing landscape spaces in a compelling graphic presentation. The team will now continue to develop their project in a series of in depth individual design explorations for the remainder of 2017. The jury commends the collaborative design and wishes the students the best in developing their individual projects.
a central spineadaptive re-use of key industrial hertiage
visual connections accessibility program catchment ecology
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A central spine, servicing the ecology and the community, creating connectionThis series of diagrams (top row) shows the guiding principals and objectives we used to drive our project.
We were intrigued with the lack of circulation on the site, and how accessibility was inhibited. Our site is flanked by the heavy arterial road James Ruse Drive and one major obstacle was faced, the Rosehill Racecourse. Using a series of steps we outline the opportunities and constraints the Racecourse imposes on our site.
2 PRINCIPLES & OBJECTIVEScamellia masterplan
ISSUEThe racecourse imposes a physical barrier
Racecourse now adjoins the river, allowing for flood mitigation. Contamination is now capped
Connections into site now made possible, optimising circulation.
New racecourse location and new facilities, offering more to the community.
SOLUTION RESULTING CONNECTIONS POTENTIAL
5 ROBUST COMMUNITIEScamellia masterplan
Community Services
Public Domain
Public/Private Open Space
Water Management
Six Stories/Two Bedroom ApartmentFloor ratio - 1505m2 - Six storiesDwellings - 91Three Stories/Two Bedroom ApartmentFloor ratio - 262.5m2 - two storiesDwellings - 8
14 Stories/Two Bedroom ApartmentFloor ratio - 862.5m2 - 14 storiesDwellings - 121
HIGH DENSITY NEIGHBOURHOOD
Community Services
Public Domain
Open Space
Water Management
StudioFloor ratio - 425m2 - two storiesDwellings - 21Two Bedroom ApartmentFloor ratio - 3600m2 - two storiesDwellings - 72Three Bedroom ApartmentFloor ratio - 1800m2 - two storiesDwellings - 30
LOW DENSITY NEIGHBOURHOOD
Community Services
Public Domain
Private Open Space
Water Management
7 Stories/Two Bedroom ApartmentFloor ratio - 2600m2 - Six storiesDwellings - 182
MEDIUM DENSITY NEIGHBOURHOOD
A diverse collection of neighbourhoods provides people with an inclusive cityMetropolitan Sydney is predicted to grow at a rate of 81,000 people per year. We recognise Camellia as a centre that can accommodate a portion of this growth. For this reason, we see the importance of urban consolidation.
Urban consolidation can reduce car use, encourage walkability, and hence reduce carbon emissions, allowing our cities to become healthier.
Exploring the complexity of block structure allowed us to create a vibrant mix of neighbourhood types. This allowed the intertwining of community services and public domain.
These diagrams show density numbers that we sought to achieve within our 80m x 80m grid formation.
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People are what make a city, so for this reason, we seek to provide for healthy, robust communitiesFlexible recreation spaces are created. These allow for the community to determine what actually happens in these areas. Perhaps an informal game of cricket can occur.These spaces promote exercise and good health within the community.
Ecological function within public open space increases biodiversity, bringing flora and fauna (see planting strategy), into the city. This has the ability to drastically enhance a communities experience and sense of place. These sites promote education, focusing on their local flora and fauna.
This park system is a connecting link to a larger scale ecological network. All streets drain into this park, where water is filtered before it enters the Parramatta River in the east
SOCIAL SUSTAINABILITYcamellia masterplan
DETAIL AREAa neighbourhood connected to open space
Ecological conditions are recreated and allow for community interaction
Flexible public spaces allowing community to gather
Formal and informal sporting opportunities for the community
Existing warehouse structures can be used as new commercial space
CONSTRUCTED ECOLOGIES EVENT SPACE
RECREATION ADAPTIVE RE-USE
ANDREASENS GREEN FUTURE LEADER STUDENT AWARD - INDIVIDUALThe Transitory City and the Spatial Consequences of Immigration – UTS 3RD YEAR STUDIO 2016Brittany Johnston
This student project engages with an important social topic within Australian political life – that of immigration. The multicultural landscape isn’t often considered within mainstream landscape architecture despite it being a major force in shaping urban landscapes around Australia. The project conducted an analysis of Auburn which is one of Australia’s most multicultural landscapes. It highlighted that even though Auburn’s town centre radiates diversity and culture and has a strong community identity, the surrounding residential neighbourhoods present bland anti-social landscapes with little-to-no evidence of the assorted cultural backgrounds and heritage of the people that inhabit it. Johnson identifies the suburban street as a potential space of social engagement and celebration for the diverse cultural heritage of the area. The project suggests a range of landscape interventions that aim to increase the generosity of the typical suburban street. These include pop-up parks, linear parks and verges. By inviting people to spend time on the street landscape architecture encourages social interaction and a more culturally expressive future for suburban Australia. Brittany Johnston worked with AILA Fresh, Auburn Council and the local community to develop the project.
Arabic Speaking Households
5.7 - 12.7%
12.8 - 22.3%
22.4 - 50%
Chinese Speaking Households
12.1 - 19.8%
12.9 - 28.2%
28.3 - 52.4%
Turkish Speaking Households
4.7 - 9.4%
9.5 - 14.1%
14.2 - 32%
AUBURN STATIONAUBURN STATIONAUBURN STATION
Dwelling Type/ Density
Dwelling Type
Seperated Houses
Medium Density
High Density
Households Renting Privately
17.6 - 27.2%
27.3 - 40.2%
40.3 - 75.9%
AUBURN STATION AUBURN STATION
Recent Overseas Arrivals
12.6 - 21.2%
21.3 - 31.2%
31.3 - 63.9%
AUBURN STATION
SOUTH PARADE POTENTIAL INTERVENTION
RESIDENTIAL ROAD POTENTIAL INTERVENTION
CUMBERLAND ROAD POTENTIAL INTERVENTION
THE TRANSITORY CITYAND THE SPATIAL CONSEQUENCES OF IMMIGRATION Brittany Johnston
My approach has been formulated through engagement and development of design theory supported by my experiences with various activities such as AILA Fresh, working in the industry and engaging with Council and the local community.My strategy employed a coherent multifaceted approach to the transformation of the urban street network of Auburn. This project worked with Auburn Council to establish community needs and current issues that were used to inform design decisions. This strategy supports the social and cultural needs of the community in an innovative way that redefines the role of the landscape architect. It not only aids in the fostering of meaningful connections to place, it transforms the urban fabric of Auburn and the future redevelopment of the site.
Considered the ‘transit’ lounge of New South Wales; Auburn has one of the highest overseas born populations of any LGA in Australia. It see’s a large proportion of it’s residents move both internally and externally, creating a unique however challenging landscape condition.
What this means for the urban fabric varies, as both positive and negative consequences of the geography of immigration are revealed.
An investigation into the urban typology revealed that, despite the extremely diverse population that live in Auburn as evidenced by the Census data, there is a clear paradox and contrast between the public and private realms.The town centre; home to an abundance of international businesses radiates diversity and culture and has created a strong community identity. In contrast; the surrounding residential typology is bland and sobering with little to no evidence of the assorted cultural backgrounds and heritage of the people that inhabit it. There is a fragmented relationship between the residential and the streetscape which has resulted in a neglected public realm and a disconnected sense of community and ownership. As a result I have turned to this particular landscape for intervention; and I have chosen the street as a method of working.
Curb Bulb
Side walk extension
Curb Bulb Seating
Bike Lane Each Direction
Curb Bulb
On Street Parking
Pedestrian Crossing
Mixed surfaces and textures
Side walk extension
Pedestrian Crossing
Street End Park
Side walk extension
Raised Street for shared used
Side walk extension for seating/eating
WSUD/Bioretention Parklet
Bike Corral
Temporary Street transformation
Pop up Markets
Pedestrian crossing
Seating and Bioretention Parklets
Curb bulb
CUMBERLAND ROADCumberland road provides the spine for the transformation of Auburn’s streetscape. It meets with smaller, quieter residential streets but also busier thoroughfares which allow this linear stretch of road to connect new public spaces and transform the urban typology. By injecting smaller adaptable and varied interventions across a large scale; the most can be made of these new public spaces.
RESIDENTIAL ROADSOff Cumberland Road lies wide quiet roads that are severely underutilised. These residential streets are the perfect opporunity to implement larger and more permanent interventions. The road structure allows for some streets to be cut off with minimal disruptions to traffic to create large parcels of public park; linked together by Cumberland Road.
SOUTH PARADESouth parade near Auburn station is a rich cultural mix with distinctive middle eastern and chinese character. This has created a strong community identity and diverse social mix. However; lack of public space and seating means a prolonged intermingling of cultures is short lived. Here lies the potential rezoning and transformation of the streetscape.
Parklet for Seating and Eating
Parklet forBioretention or Native Habitat
Curb Extension for recreational use
On road bike path and parking
Curb bulb for Vegetation and recreation
Curb bulb for Pavement and Seating
Curb bulb for transit/bus stop and pedestrian safety
End of Street park for recreation, prayer, and playing
Shared street for increased seating/public event space
ADAPTABLE MICRO INTERVENTIONSMicro interventions that can be plugged into the exisiting fabric.These provide oppprtunities for new and meaningful interactions with the landscape and surroundings. Once multiplied, these interventions form a new public realm that will remain dispite residential development.
TRANSFORMATION OF URBANSTREETS
Situated in between two larger roads, Cumberland Road stretches almost the entire length of Auburn. Interestingly, it somewhat spatially divides the clustered cultural communities of the Chinese and Middle eastern.It provides ideal opportunities for a multifaceted and multiscaled ap-proach to transforming the urban fabric with street scaled interven-tions.
AWARD CATEGORY
Entrant’s NameClient
Project NameFUTURE LEADER STUDENT AWARD NSW
THE TRANSITORY CITYBRITTANY JOHNSTON
UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY SYDNEY
STUDENT ENTRIES
Josh Gowers
Don Do
Aaron Driver
STUDENT ENTRIES
Concept Plan
ANDREASENS GREEN FUTURE LEADER STUDENT AWARD
Kassandra CotteeUNSW
Parramatta Riverside Park
Legend
Kassandra Cottee
RETREATLOCATION: COCKATOO ISLANDCLIENT: STUDIO 2 UNSWYEAR: 2015
The brief for this project was to use personal experience and interpretation of the site to create an inventive design intervention. The space was required to be positioned in proximity to the waters edge, however when I visited the island my attention was immediately captivated by the immense sandstone cliff face. I challenged the brief and was encouraged by my tutor to situate my design along this cliff face rather then the harbour edge. My goal for this project was to create an unconvential space that allowed inter-action with the rock face and the hanging plants. The resulting floating structure allows for a raised viewing platform looking out over the harbour and industrial buildings as well a shaded sitting area beneath.
Jonathon Gallagher
Huixin Zhu
STUDENT ENTRIES
The Andreasans Green Future Leader Student Award - 2017 page 5
a view looking west (towards Parramatta) from the central water plaza located in the middle of themigratory boulevard
a 1:2000 south-east isometric view looking north-west over the eastern edge of the mi-gratory boulevard, the town centre, civic and research buildings and the peninsula ecological parkland
a series of water plazas to temporaily store and slow the overland flow of stormwater during rainfall events
pedestrian priority laneways link north south activity across the boulevard and interface with light industry
the boulevard opens on its eastern edge to form a large civic/commercial plaza overlooking the penninsula
extended and regerated salt marsh to imporve habitat for endemic flaura and fauna
remnant silo footprints used as wsud elements and grassed areas in private courtyards
m i x e d - u s e residential towers accentuate where the main north south streets cross the boulevard
civic buildings define the plaza and create a community setting at its end
light rail interchange and overflow plaza fronting the peninsula
light rail link to Sydney Olympic Park
areas of dense, i n t e r c o n n e c t e d canopy cover to provide continual bands of habitat
detached terrace style housing to that has varied uses and also encourages a varied demographic
large floorplate light industrial blocks faced by rows of 2-3 storey terrace housing
6 sotrey residential blocks with ground floor activation created a consistent street wall and defines the
deciduous street trees along the northen edge of the boulevard allow solar access during winter months
rooftops will turn into green spaces creating large surfaces dedicated to biodiversity for nature and humans
this project provides Camellia with a graspable guide for future development, one rooted in regeneration and resilience. we feel our project has successfully harnessed the sites hydrological and ecological problems, and subsequently designed a flexible, integrated and regenerated structure.
our project works across multiple scales and provides Camellia with a robust platform for social, environmental and economic prosperity, into an often uncertain future. we have engaged with bold and unconventional design gestures, like the 1.5km migratory boulevard, and given them multiple roles in defining the urban structure.
by creating this, our scheme acts as a metaphor for breaking the expected patterns of urban development, and givens Camellia the potential to change the course of urban growth in the geographical heart of Sydney.
eastern interface of migratory boulevard
THE ANDREASENS GREEN FUTURE LEADER STUDENT AWARD - NSW
Nicholas Pembroke AILA
Simple Symbiosis
Site Density:250m2 per floor4 story buildings 10 Dwellings per building
100 dwellings per hectare
Net Residential Density:2.25 hectaresNo. of dwellings 250
111 Dwellings per hectare
Simple Symbiosis
How Getting your dose of “Vitamin G” will save the world
A Ballad By Nicholas Pembroke
We had a way, we knew it well,The organic farm, with all its smell,
The food was good, and the food was close,But the city called, it did engross.
We left the farm for the urban center,And the land was sold, to the industrious inventor,
The loss of farmland was all but complete,Hidden away under a new field of concrete.
But unlike the shifting patterns of human nature,On the power of Gaia, we should always wager.We listened for a moment, in our time of strife,
And we learnt again, the ways of our forgotten wife.
But we humans are a talented lot,And our passions ignited far more than the communal plot.We aimed higher than ever, never questioning the cause,
Until we were growing fruit atop many a floors.
It is up to us now to continue this goal,For if we do not, who knows the toll.
This presentation board will look at how increasing our connection to natural systems in the urban environment will lead to a reorientation of society resulting in beneficial heath outcomes and more sustainable patterns of existence. This will be achieved primarily through urban agricultural interventions increasing exposure to the food system from a young age, increasing nutritional uptake and strengthening community through participation and stewardship. These concepts will be facilitated through a model of my own design for high density residential communities. I want to cause a shift away from our current consumptive relationship with nature towards a mutually beneficial and protective values. As a result of wide spread implementation of small scale urban agriculture we will see in a burgeoning economic identity thus further entrenching primary production throughout the fabric of the community.
Bunya Bunya PineAraucaria bidwillii
Macadamia TreeMacadamia integrifolia
Car Sharing onlyCar Park
Mass provision of open public space with sunny aspect to encourage cultivation promoting stewardship connection to the place and natural systems.
Animals integrated into every day life
Boutique Micro-IndustriesFostering economic opportunities
Inc, breweries, bakeries, honey, eggs, textiles, butchers
Public Orchard and Vegetable garden
Edible Water Sensitive Urban Design
Irrigation for orchard and vegetable beds can be supplied by road run off filtered naturally.
Edibles included in public landscaping.
Such as Tetragonia tetragonioides (Botany Bay Spinach) as a ground cover and Austromyrtus dulcis (Midgin Berry) for low shrubs.
25m10m
Level of physical activity per day
Overweight or Obese Meeting daily requirements of fruit and vegetables
People afflicted with psychological distress
Western Sydney Health Statistics (NSW Health Stats 2017)Design Statement
10m
25m
240m
90m
Mass provision of public open space Permeability and seclusion allowing natural flow
Shadow Analysis
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June midday August midday
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Model
Scale 1:500
10m 25m
Typical residential Block
Scott Wall, Henry Wever, Eoin Campbell and Andrew Jenkins
Nick Pembroke
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Acknowledgments
AILA NSW would like to thank our partners, jury, all the
entrants and those who attended the awards evening
AILA State Chapter
Catherine Scheen - AILA NSW Chapter Manager
Carly Wood - AILA NSW Marketing & Events Manager
Graphic Design
Johnny Ellice-Flint - Graphics Coordinator
Carina Bronte
Nejal Dhebar
