Building Heights Integration of existing typologies Due to the location of the site being both on the harbourside and on the boundary between the historic and contemporary districts of the city, this development is ideal for implementing a gradual stylistic change from the modern skyscrapers in the west to the traditional low rise dwellings to the east.
Key
Lower density dwellings to front onto the ecological garden and the harbourside
Buildings heights used to determine the key access points and frame view into the site
Building heights to gradually decrease from the existing urban blocks to the harbourside
Utilise a variety of roof lines and floor heights similar to the existing building typologies within the city
Maximum 8 storeys Up to 6 storeys Up to 5 storeys
Buildings will gradually decrease in height from up to six storeys along the eastern boundary adjacent to the existing vehicle highway to two storeys along the waterfront to respect the proposed ecological garden; to take into consideration the existing climatic environment; and the reflect the heritage background of the historic village districts.
Up to 4 storeys Up to 3 storeys Maximum 2 storeys
Utilising heights to create public space A grid like block structure will be utilised to frame the streets and create opportunities for landmark buildings to aid with way-finding and link to the proposed street hierarchy. Formation of plots will reflect the existing urban morphology and heights along the site boundary will be considerate to the neighbouring buildings and uses. Also similar to the existing urban morphology, the use of the grid and specific building heights will help to create shaded areas at ground level, with the addition of overhanging canopies and native planting to shade those areas not surrounded by built form.
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Building Heights Parameter Plan
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