By DCM Urban Design
DCM Urban Design have undertaken developed design, construction detailing and supervision of Stages 1-9 of Acland Park. The development will eventually include over 1,000 residential dwellings, a small commercial area, a school and childcare facilities. A key aspect of the design is the shared streets (neighbourhood streets) which have been designed as pedestrian focused street, allowing resident children to use the space as an extension of their ‘on back yard’ for playing with other children.
The playground design include play equipment for all ages, a basketball half court and pump track. In a recent survey of Selwyn playgrounds (32), the playground was ranked 4th and 6th by a local community group (https://theseeds.nz/all-32-of-rollestons-playgrounds-rated/).
The shared streets were a finalist in the New Zealand Property Council Awards 2019 for Urban Design, recognising the value the designs will have on the lifestyle of future residents.
Client: Avanda (NZ)
DCM Urban Design - Boutique - Innovative - Creative
DCM Urban Design is a landscape architecture and urban design company with offices in Ōtautahi-Christchurch and Tāhuna-Queenstown. Founded in 2016, we work throughout Aotearoa New Zealand enhancing human relationships through creative landscape architecture and urban design.
Our focus is on providing innovative solutions for our clients. We approach each project as a unique opportunity working closely with them to visualise or solve complex design issues. Our services range from expert advice or assessments to playground design, master planning, subdivision design, and environment court hearings.
At DCM Urban Design, we strive to make lasting and meaningful connections through our designs. We believe that our attention to detail and passion for landscape architecture and urban design will help to create a better future for New Zealand.