Medium density, maximum liveability
Ken Morrison
CEO, Bradfield Development Authority | Chair, Metropolitan Memorial Parks | Chair, Advanced Manufacturing Readiness Facility
Like many Australian cities, Perth is undergoing a transformation.
More than two million people call Perth home and some see it becoming Australia’s third largest city.
Developing new housing models that accommodate a larger population without risking Perth’s prized liveability is a challenge. But it's a challenge that our industry is embracing, with some interesting allies.
Last week the Property Council, architectural film CODA and the Australian Greens staged Design Perth – a competition to encourage architects to think creatively about the future of our cities.
Eight teams were given a site and asked to create a people-friendly, mixed-use development.
The winning team at COX Architecture came up with a clever design with flexible floorplates, 360-degree views and access to the Swan River – a truly inspiring illustration of how medium density can deliver maximum liveability.
Innovation in our cities is the key to the future. A message the new PM seems to have heard loud and clear.
Investment Partner@American Global Logistics
9 年Definitely a trend in Perth to higher density lifestyle. At 1/10th the density of Los Angeles our population densities create massive problems particularly being car dependent for everything. We have to drive to the coffee shop instead of walking.