Jury citation:
The Darling Harbour Transformation has been the most significant makeover of this popular urban precinct in twenty years. Using the opportunity of a new International Convention Centre as a catalyst, the revitalization was driven by an urban design framework focused on the public realm, creating a more cohesive and legible urban structure that reintegrates the precinct with adjacent neighbourhoods and public transport. The public realm has been restructured along a central, eucalypt-lined pedestrian spine extending from Central Station to Cockle Bay. Tired, over-loved places have been re-energized and engaging new places have been created for people to gather, interact and relax within a carefully curated landscape that includes public art. The project refreshes this distinctly Sydney experience for visitors and Sydneysiders alike.
Location: Sydney (NSW)
Credits
- Project
- Darling Harbour Transformation
- Client
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Lendlease
- Client
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New South Wales Government
- Client
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Property NSW
- Architect
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Hassell and Populous
- Landscape architecture and urban design
- Hassell
Australia
- Consultants
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Photography
Blank Role :: Darling Harbour Transformation
- Site Details
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Site type
Urban
- Project Details
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Status
Built
Category Landscape / urban
Type Public / civic
- Client
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Client name
Infrastructure NSW
Website Infrastructure NSW
Source
Award
Published online: 26 Oct 2018
Words:
LandscapeAustralia Editorial Desk
Images:
Simon Wood
Issue
Landscape Architecture Australia, November 2018