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A transformative vision for Vancouver’s Waterfront Station precinct and Gastown railyard redevelopment. The proposed plan exemplifies how thoughtful urban design can repurpose underutilized spaces into vibrant, sustainable, and inclusive communities. By integrating green spaces, residential and commercial developments, and expanded transit infrastructure, the project aims to balance ecological restoration with urban vitality! https://lnkd.in/dj-7eV6R

🏗️ Exciting news for Edgewater! The 28-story tower, Metro Edgewater 2, has now entered the construction permitting phase. This development is set to make a significant impact on the skyline of Miami. 🏙️ As the plans for this ambitious project progress, it's clear that Edgewater is poised for a major transformation. With 104 multi-family rental units, 58 lodging units, and office space, the community is in for a positive change. 📈 This new development signals a growing trend in urban revitalization efforts in Miami. The addition of modern living spaces and commercial areas will offer residents and visitors a dynamic and vibrant environment to thrive in. 👷♂️ With construction set to begin soon, we can anticipate a boost in job opportunities and economic growth in the region. The creation of new residential and commercial spaces will further enhance the appeal of Edgewater as a desirable neighborhood to live and work. 🔮 Looking ahead, Metro Edgewater 2 is not just a building—it represents the future of urban development in Miami. Its innovative design and mix of residential and commercial amenities are a testament to the city's evolution and continued growth. 🏢 Keep an eye on this development as it progresses; it's a clear sign of the exciting potential that lies ahead for Edgewater and Miami as a whole. Let's watch as this tower shapes the landscape and sets a new benchmark for urban architecture in the city.

New Year, New Opportunities for Apartment Development in NSW With the NSW Housing Delivery Authority officially launched on 8th January 2025, the development landscape has shifted in a big way. This initiative is designed to accelerate housing supply and streamline the approval process—creating exciting possibilities for Developers and Architects alike. Key highlights include: 🏗 Greater Project Potential – Increased building height and FSR by up to 20%, offering more design flexibility. ⏳ Faster Approvals – A simplified pathway to get projects moving without unnecessary delays. At ArtMade Architects, we see this as an opportunity to rethink apartment living—designing spaces that balance efficiency, aesthetics, and sustainability while meeting Sydney’s growing housing demand. If you’re planning a development and want to explore how these changes could enhance your project’s value, let’s discuss how we can make the most of this evolving landscape. 📌 Learn more:  https://lnkd.in/grjMusBF #NewYearNewOpportunities #NSWDevelopment #ApartmentDesign #HousingInnovation #UrbanGrowth #ArchitecturalDesign #SustainableLiving #NSWHousingDelivery #FastTrackApprovals #BuildingTheFuture #ArtMadeArchitects #CreativeDesignSolutions #SydneyApartments #EfficientDesign #FutureFocused #PropertyDevelopment #DesignForTomorrow

Concord Pacific Wins Best High-Rise at the Urban Development Institute Concord Brentwood Hillside East has been honoured with the coveted UDI Award for Excellence, reaffirming Concord Pacific’s leadership in British Columbia’s real estate development industry. The Urban Development Institute (UDI) awards this prestigious recognition for Best High-Rise, celebrating exceptional design, sustainability, and community impact achievements. Concord Pacific has held this award consistently since 2012, reflecting its ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence in urban development. Hillside East continues this legacy of groundbreaking achievements with the world’s largest residential EV charging parkade, featuring 1,974 EV-ready spaces. This state-of-the-art infrastructure showcases Concord Pacific’s dedication to advancing sustainable urban living, paving the way for greener communities and leaving a lasting positive environmental impact. Beyond its sustainability initiatives, Hillside East also boasts contemporary architecture, luxurious amenities, and community-focused designs. These features reinforce Concord Pacific’s position as an industry leader, consistently delivering projects that redefine benchmarks for quality and innovation. The UDI Awards recognize the best in real estate development across British Columbia, celebrating projects that excel in design, community impact, and sustainability. Concord’s ability to maintain this level of recognition for over a decade underscores its visionary leadership and dedication to shaping the future of urban living. This latest achievement highlights the importance of creating developments that meet today’s needs and anticipate the demands of a more sustainable future for generations to come.

Securing planning permission on difficult sites in areas like North Somerset, Dorset, South Gloucestershire, Devon, and the South Hams can feel like navigating a maze. Whether this be for a new eco home, a cohousing project for 20 dwellings, or 'just' a kitchen extension. These regions often present unique challenges; from strict conservation guidelines and sensitive landscapes to community concerns. However, at Barefoot Architects, we believe these challenges can become opportunities when approached with creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainable, regenerative design. The key to success is careful communication! Read more on our blog at https://lnkd.in/etSYPUau

New Year, New Opportunities for Apartment Development in NSW With the NSW Housing Delivery Authority officially launched on 8th January 2025, the development landscape has shifted in a big way. This initiative is designed to accelerate housing supply and streamline the approval process—creating exciting possibilities for Developers and Architects alike. Key highlights include: 🏗 Greater Project Potential – Increased building height and FSR by up to 20%, offering more design flexibility. ⏳ Faster Approvals – A simplified pathway to get projects moving without unnecessary delays. At ArtMade Architects, we see this as an opportunity to rethink apartment living—designing spaces that balance efficiency, aesthetics, and sustainability while meeting Sydney’s growing housing demand. If you’re planning a development and want to explore how these changes could enhance your project’s value, let’s discuss how we can make the most of this evolving landscape. 📌 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gKzeuNkn #NewYearNewOpportunities #NSWDevelopment #ApartmentDesign #HousingInnovation #UrbanGrowth #ArchitecturalDesign #SustainableLiving #NSWHousingDelivery #FastTrackApprovals #BuildingTheFuture #ArtMadeArchitects #CreativeDesignSolutions #SydneyApartments #EfficientDesign #FutureFocused #PropertyDevelopment #DesignForTomorrow

We are honoured to be among the winners of the 2024 National Urban Design Awards for the Downsview Framework Plan, working with Henning Larsen, KPMB Architects, and SLA for Northcrest Developments and Canada Lands Company / Société Immobilière du Canada. The honour is bestowed by RAIC - IRAC Canadian Institute of Planners Canadian Society of Landscape Architects. Jury comments: Converting one of the largest contiguous spaces in Toronto into a nature-first community is ambitious. The 520-acre brownfield area comes with a strong history of an airport and requires a thoughtful re-integration of the city fabric across the lands. An ambitious goal that has been crafted by input from citizens, it is an example of how sustainable development can occur. Big ideas and aspirations are well bundled into this master plan with a strong focus on nature in the city. The plan focuses on six fundamental principles: nature, equity, accessibility, people, sustainable development, and transit proximity.  The framework plan demonstrates good analysis of the site and its context. The plan aims to incorporate sustainable principles, connect to its surroundings, integrate public transit into its design, and create walkable communities. This project is a demonstration of how a once-negative industrial site can be transformed into a valuable resource for future generations and should be used as an example for other municipalities. https://lnkd.in/gsXrbjXt

In the late 1920s, urban planners in New York City envisioned a revolutionary project that would forever change the face of Manhattan. At the center of their bold concept was the Midtown Maritime Canal, a proposed waterway designed to link the Hudson River to the East River, cutting across the heart of the bustling city. This futuristic project aimed to accommodate large ocean liners, with a grand Manhattan Maritime Terminal positioned at the iconic Times Square. The plan was a blend of ambitious urbanism and maritime tradition, with the canal slicing through Broadway itself, necessitating the construction of drawbridges to allow the movement of ships while maintaining traffic flow. Towering skyscrapers, already beginning to define New York's skyline, would surround the waterway, creating an unparalleled fusion of urban development and maritime activity. The spectacle of ships navigating through the canal, dwarfed by the imposing structures of the city, would have transformed the landscape, blending the rhythms of land and sea in a way never before seen. Yet, as air travel began to dominate the 1930s and '40s, the maritime vision slowly became obsolete. The canal, once envisioned as a crucial component of New York's future, fell into disrepair. Ships were abandoned, their rusting hulls serving as haunting reminders of what could have been, while construction projects encroached on the space, narrowing the canal and pushing it further into the past. Though the Midtown Maritime Canal never came to be, it remains a fascinating piece of forgotten history—a lost chapter in New York's endless evolution.

There has been a lot of discussion in the media recently about the concept of the 15-Minute City and how it will change the future of urban design around the world. Chapman Taylor has been applying 15-Minute City principles on large-scale urban design projects for several years now, particularly in China. The essence of the 15-Minute City is to design an urban district so that all of the uses and amenities a person needs can be found within a 15-minute walk of where they live, with those functions placed intelligently so that the shorter journeys are for more regular trips. To read more about our projects across China that adopt the 15-Minute City ethos click here https://lnkd.in/g4spgJz #15MinuteCity #15MinuteCities #UrbanDesign #UrbanDesigners #WalkableNeighbourhoods #MixedUse #MixedUseArchitects #MixedUseArchitecture #Masterplanners #Masterplanning #Architects #Architecture #China

Our conference 'Planning, Designing and Delivering the 21st Century Neighbourhood' is underway in Galway. A joint initiative of the RIAI, The Academy of Urbanism (AoU), Comhairle Cathrach na Gaillimhe / Galway City Council and the Greater Galway Forum, the conference promises to be a collaborative, impactful, and diverse gathering, building on the success of last year’s groundbreaking conference and the publication of the Greater Galway Charter.  Taking place on 29 and 30 May, the conference will identify innovative ideas and strategies to tackle the unique challenges facing Irish and European cities, with a special focus on Galway. It will highlight the urgent need for radical reforms in current planning, design, and delivery systems to ensure the survival and prosperity of Irish and European cities and towns in the coming decades. Speaking at the Conference opening this morning in Galway, Sean Mahon, President of the RIAI said: "Architects play a crucial leadership role in urban design and the regeneration of our communities, as many of the featured projects at this conference demonstrate. The RIAI has long advocated for vision-led and plan-led development in our cities. To achieve this, we need meaningful dialogue between local authorities, professionals, and communities. For Dublin and Ireland’s larger cities, we need to embrace three-dimensional planning. 3D-planning will empower local authorities, planners, urban designers, architects, and communities to create a comprehensive digital twin of the city. Such a tool will ensure that all future development can be fully understood and evaluated.” Full RIAI Press Release is on https://lnkd.in/eHvBhyiv The event is open to anyone interested in architecture, urbanism, sustainability, and the future of Galway and other Irish cities. For more information about the conference and to register, please visit the conference website: https://lnkd.in/e8aBNwQF