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4 New Towers get the Green Light on Watson Island; however, they will require: Returning 13 acres to City to construct new public waterfront park at no cost to City, Cancelling existing theme park and hotel lease, and Contributing $15,000,000 for affordable housing, infrastructure, and other public benefits. Plus, $9,000,000 contribution to affordable housing plus infrastructure improvements, Timeshare units become condominiums, Mixed-uses to include office, and Expanded public waterfront and pedestrian promenade along Biscayne Bay. Do you think this development improve or destroy Watson/Jungle Island? Let's discuss in the comments!

𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝟑: 𝐑𝐞𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐨𝐰𝐧 Another phase of town centre rebuilding starts this month as part of our work to rebuild the whole town centre. Not only are we 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 on our promises, but we’re radically transforming the way our town centre works - future proofing it and enabling incredibly high-quality public realm to compliment radical redevelopment. Public realm is far too often left behind, value engineered out and not maintained yet it makes all the difference.

Good to see the Sydney Morning Herald reporting on the proposal for the historic Parcels Post Building at Central Station. There is a case for adaptive re-use (it’s already a hotel), but it is difficult to justify a proposal that demolishes an entire historic elevation of a building which was always designed to be seen in the round (like Sydney’s Lands Department and Education Department buildings - both also on long term leases from the NSW Government and both also being converted into hotels). It is also worth remembering this building is apparently protected by the State Heritage Register. A far less damaging solution should be possible for one of our more important public buildings. https://lnkd.in/gU5ezbJq

Refurbishment works have commenced on the first phase to transform the historic Leamington Spa Town Hall into a creative hub. The project, undertaken for Warwick District Council, marks a significant step in revitalising the landmark building, built in 1884, with improvements set to enhance accessibility, safety, and functionality. Read more: https://bit.ly/40rY1sK #creativehub #townhall

El Cerrito is evolving with a mix of entitled, under construction, and proposed projects that promise to enhance the community. Here's what these terms mean: ✅ Entitled and Under Construction: These projects have been approved by the Planning Commission and Design Review Board. They're in progress and will soon contribute to the city's vibrant landscape. 📋 Proposed Plans: These are in earlier stages, awaiting future public hearings. While not finalized, they offer a glimpse of El Cerrito's potential growth. From transit-oriented housing to mixed-use spaces, these developments are reshaping the city for the better. Want to learn how these projects might impact the real estate market or offer investment opportunities? Message me today, let's talk! #NewDevelopments #ElCerritoRealEstate #CommunityGrowth #BayAreaRealEstate #InvestmentOpportunities #DeniseRizkallaRealEstate #SustainableLiving #RealEstateInsights

From Bathurst to Liverpool to Lake Macquarie and beyond: Congrats to the Government Architects NSW team on the new NSW Housing Pattern Book—set to launch in mid-2025! The Pattern Book features five winning terrace and apartment designs selected from over 200 global submissions, pre-approved to streamline development applications and cut through red tape. These designs focus on: #Sustainability, #Flexibility and #Adaptability to Australian lifestyles They respond to the unique Australian climate, including a focus on indoor and outdoor living and how to incorporate shade and ventilation. This initiative aims to fill the ‘missing middle’ in NSW housing—bringing more mid-rise, adaptable living options into the market. Big thanks to the talented architects and our partners at Gov Architects NSW for making this a reality! https://lnkd.in/gGWRwwrf #NSWHousing #PatternBook #SustainableDesign #FutureHousing #GovArchitectsNSW Fiftyfive5, part of Accenture Song Accenture Song Accenture Australia Molly McMullan Mathew Densten Anna Parkinson

𝐀𝐭 𝐓𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞, 𝐰𝐞’𝐫𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟓𝟎 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐊 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝, 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟑𝟓𝟎 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐩𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬. 🏙️ One such project was the Leeds Public Transport Investment Programme (LPTIP), a multi-year initiative designed to transform public transport accessibility and the city’s public realm. 🚆 Tobermore’s Braemar paving was the preferred hard landscaping solution for its stunning granite appearance, durability, and low maintenance requirements. This visionary scheme prioritised “people-first” infrastructure, featuring wider pavements, improved cycle lanes, and welcoming public spaces to make Leeds safer, more sustainable, and easier to navigate. Braemar met the council's aesthetic and quality needs within budget, while its availability in large quantities and short lead times impressed the contractor. Partnering with Leeds City Council, Capita Symonds, and John Sisk & Son Ltd, Tobermore proudly contributed to creating a world-class arrival gateway for all. 🤝Discover how Tobermore supports local authorities in making hard landscaping easy for public realm projects: https://lnkd.in/eyuDtnQx #PublicRealm #SustainableDesign #HardLandscaping #LocalAuthority #UrbanDesign #ActiveTravel

✨ Planning Success – Urban Placemaking in Little Patrick Street and Little York Street, Belfast✨ McAdam and our specialist consultancy team have secured planning approval for Belfast City Council's £1.2M transformative public realm scheme in the city centre. The scheme, adopting the principles within #ABolderVision focuses on Little Patrick Street and Little York Street. This placemaking-led approach aligns with the principles outlined in Belfast’s Local Development Plan (LDP) Plan Strategy, addressing design, environmental, transportation, built & natural heritage, and community infrastructure policies. Working closely with our stakeholders including Department for Infrastructure, the scheme will significantly enhance active travel opportunities, reduce inconsiderate parking, and minimise through traffic, contributing to a cleaner, greener, and more inclusive city centre. By prioritising sustainable design, the scheme will create a vibrant public space tailored to the needs of the growing population in this dynamic part of Belfast. 🔸Reconfiguration of Little Patrick Street into a single-lane carriageway, with traffic calming measures, reducing car dominance & inconsiderate parking, promoting active travel, and ensuring safer servicing and emergency access. 🔸Traffic calming on Little York Street. 🔸The installation of planters with integrated seating, tree planting, and rain gardens, adding green, welcoming spaces, introducing biodiversity and providing nature-based solutions for surface water management. 🔸Surface improvements to enhance the public realm and urban environment. OPEN (part of SLR) | Resolve Planning | Delap & Waller | Hoy Dorman #Placemaking #Sustainability #UrbanDesign #PublicRealm #ActiveTravel #McAdam #BelfastCityCouncil #DfIRoads

Canada and the USA aren't alone in having an affordable housing crisis: Australia is facing the same situation. However, here are two examples of innovative social housing projects that are offering new hope. The Midtown MacPark and Nightingale developments show that affordable housing can be thoughtfully designed, creating vibrant communities where residents feel proud to live. These projects, prioritizing design and community building, stand as models for how we can rethink housing to foster dignity and inclusivity. With amenities like gardens, communal spaces, and sustainable architecture, they’re reshaping the future of affordable housing. Read the article here: https://buff.ly/40bv1Xo #AffordableHousing #CommunityLiving #HousingCrisis #UrbanDesign #SocialHousing

Last week there was a gathering of Expert Advisors, including Andrew Haley, with those who have funded and managed the work of the High Street Task Force. This marked the end of this 5-year Minister of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) funded programme, supporting the regeneration of high streets across England. The panel of experts drawn from the Institute of Place Management, Royal Town Planning Institute, Design Council and Landscape Institute, engaged with 149 high streets during the programme. It was wonderful to get a sense of the breadth of the work and hear stories from across the country. Each place is unique, therefore the approaches needed to stimulate revitalisation are specific to their circumstances. Andrew’s work over the last five years has reflected that diversity, including support for the Accelerator Programme for Stepney in Hull; Bedminster on the outskirt of Bristol; Westminster City Council in their work on Edgware Road and Praed Street; Stockport Town Centre; and the coastal towns of Paignton and Felixstowe. The legacy of the Task Force's work will be felt for many years to come, with it highlighting both positive transformation and common approaches to placemaking that hold back change. As a result of ongoing learning from this programme, the Task Force have helped MHCLG launch 10 pilot “high street accelerators”. The role of the task force in building and implementing the foundations of comprehensive place-making skills will equip high streets to the many challenges they face, both now and into the future. #thepaulhogarthcompany #paulhogarthcompany #landscapearchitecture #urbandesign #urbanplanning #highstreettaskforce #highstreet #MHCLG #highstreetaccelerators