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Marion Park Masterplan Zgrade mešovite namene by Rafael Contreras and Monica Earl

Marion Park Masterplan Zgrade mešovite namene by Rafael Contreras and Monica Earl is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Бронзана награда A' Design Award in Дизајн архитектуре, зграда и конструкција Competition Category.


БронзанаАрхитектура· 2024

Marion Park Masterplan Zgrade mešovite namene

by Rafael Contreras and Monica Earl

Client: Contreras Earl Architecture

Бронзана награда A' Design Award Winner in Архитектура Category

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The Design

About Marion Park Masterplan Zgrade mešovite namene

Marion Park teži da postane ikonični arhitektonski orijentir u Kanberi, utеlovljujući ekološke, socijalne i upravljačke standarde. Inspirisan autohtonim pejzažima, njegove organske zgrade odražavaju lokalni teren. Parkovno okruženje, obogaćeno kroz dizajnerske doprinose Prvih nacija, nudi raznovrsne prostore. Stambene opcije daju prioritet održivosti i pristupačnosti, težeći Net Zero potrošnju energije. U skladu sa gradskim planovima, očuvava dominantnu poziciju Parliament House-a dok unapređuje urbano tkivo.

The Recognition

About the Бронзана награда A' Design Award

Marion Park Masterplan Zgrade mešovite namene је добитник Бронзане награде A' Design Award, високо престижног признања које се додељује изванредним дизајнима који се одликују креативношћу, домишљатошћу и оштроумношћу. Добитници Бронзане награде у потпуности су вешти и упечатљиво креативни артефакти који потврђују велико искуство, машту и снаљажљивост својих дизајнера. Очекује се да Marion Park Masterplan Zgrade mešovite namene буде високо цењен, дивљен и вољен предмет, запажено професионалан и иновативан. Овај дизајн награђен Бронзаном наградом A' Design Award уграђује најбоље праксе у уметности, науци, дизајну и технологији и одличан је по пажњи према детаљима. Marion Park Masterplan Zgrade mešovite namene сјајно задовољава потребе, дотиче жеље, очарава осећања и привлачи радозналост.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties
The Marion Park master plan envisions an iconic architectural landmark in the heart of the Nation’s Capital, embodying top-tier environmental, social, and governance standards. It will offer diverse housing options, including affordable units, designed with sustainability and liveability in mind. Innovative Passiv Haus principles and onsite renewable energy generation will pave the way for economically viable pathways to Net Zero operation via Greenpower, ensuring a sustainable future.
Dimensions & Packaging
Combined the five buildings have a total of approximately 456 residential units, providing a variety of housing typologies designed to functionally meet the intergenerational requirements of individuals, partners and families.
The design consists of 2 corner elliptical buildings, each 17 stories and 3 mid-rise structures, each with seven levels. The project includes food and beverage outlets, commercial and retail offices and a community center allowing users to live and play within the district.
Tags
Masterplan, Mixed-Use, Residential, Commercial, Retail, Park
Production Technology
Our goal is to integrate sustainability into design, construction, and operation, aligning with City Renewal Authority's initiatives. We aim for Net Zero operation through onsite renewables and "Greenpower," using passive design and occupant sensing controls to minimize energy demand. These measures meet environmental, health, and economic objectives while supporting climate resilience and Authority's sustainability goals.
Design Challenge
The challenge was to develop a master plan that would meet sustainable targets with a unique organic design inspired by the surrounding nature on a prime located site.
Research
The research laying the fundamentals of the project are based around delivering sustainability initiatives. Key initiatives are passive solar design, optimizing natural ventilation, responsible water management, developing for a green city, growing for long term, maximizing green spaces and moving away from non-renewable energy sources.
Inspiration
Drawing on the same geographic elements which Walter Burley and Marion Mahoney Griffin used in their prize-winning design proposal for Canberra, we have strived to express in built form the indigenous landscape of Ngunnawal country. Each of the buildings has evolved with an organic topographical form reminiscent of the local hill side landscapes. Knowles Place has been considered as urban park emulating Lake Burley Griffin & the Molonglo River as they flow through the Parliamentary Triangle.
Project Duration
The project was master planned between June and August 2023.
Operation Flow
Passive design principles reduce cooling and heating demand, following Passiv Haus standards. Intelligent occupant sensing controls decrease energy usage by adjusting light and air-conditioning in unoccupied areas. Responsible water management is integrated with sustainability goals, aiming for net-zero carbon operation, Nathers 7-star rating, and adherence to Passiv Haus principles.
Team Members
Rafael Contreras
Monica Earl
Cesar Gonzalez
Zhiwei Jiang
Tim Jensen
Dwayne Liu
Client & Collaborator: WILLEMSEN GROUP
Sustainability - ARUP
Landscape Architect - URBIS

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