Samples of Recent Works in New Zealand
An Addendum to my portfolio, including specific projects with Align Limited and the Dunedin City Council.
CHRISTOPHER STEBBINS
Bus Stop Renderings for Greater Wellington Regional Council Align Limited, 2017
Proposed Development in Karori, Wellington Align Limited, 2017
The Urban Design Team at the Dunedin City Council proposed a trial placemaking event throughout the central core of the city. The intention was to which greatly expand the range of uses for the existing public space in the center of the city called The Octagon.
I was a critical organizer for the event, establishing multiple relationships with corporate sponsors and community partners, as well as maintaining cost sheets for materials and the overall budget. I also played an important part of the organization of labor in the way of volunteers and internal staff. I assisted in the design, building, programming, and played a primary role in the installation schedule for the entire event
This placemaking event included street furniture, surface treatments, plants, accent lighting, and family-oriented amenities. Based on feedback from officials, the public, and the media, it was a smashing success. This led to the City Council’s consideration for a permanent public space solution of the Octagon.
