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Aucklands city centre

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CHARACTERISTICS FEATURES

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Well designed streets and open spaces provide multiple opportunities for activity and natural surveillance 4/19/12

High quality, high density accommodation is key to creating a compact and sustainable 4/19/12

City4/19/12 centers are made up of complex layering of uses and

Adaptable warehouses in the Victoria Quarter are converted into mixed-use development.
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4/19/12 Creative and distinctive public art helps to establish a

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The Viaduct provides opportunities for people to stay longer in the city centre.

These goals are for Auckland to be: distinctive compact connected

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Aucklands city centre. sustainabl

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Aucklands city centre sits within a beautiful natural setting. The urban design opportunity is

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Conceptual integrated spatial planning for

Key Themes
Strengthening the economy

Creating destinations

Enhancing the pedestrian experience

Planning for growth

Connecting to the Historic buildings bring a sense wider context of history and character to the 4/19/12

This diagram illustrates some of the elements that will help to create a more sustainable city centre.
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Being distinctive

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Aucklands city centre has a unique and distinctive skyline.

Being distinctive

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Historic buildings bring character and distinction to the city centre.

Being distinctive

Viewing corridors connect the city centre with its unique, natural setting
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Being distinctive

Cultural patterning references in facade design create a distinctive city centre.

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Being distinctive

Pedestrian journeys with sequential experiences

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A dynamic waterfront that celebrates the harbour

Being distinctive

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Being compact

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Rooftops provide unique

Being compact

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Diverse and vibrant retail

Being compact

Community facilities at street level provide active edges while supporting the needs of a diverse resident and 4/19/12

Being Compact

High quality accommodation with good

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Building on and strengthening the

Being compact

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Being connected

Quality streetscapes encourage people to walk

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Street design is fundamental when providing for multiple

Being connected

Buses provide people with services to multiple destinations

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Providing the necessary facilities will be key to encouraging cycling in the city centre.

Being connected

Trains provide a safe, efficient and cost effective mode of transport for commuters.
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Transport hierarchy on sustainable transport routes placing people first.

Being connected

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Being sustainable

Adaptable buildings reduce the need for resource use.

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The natural environment enhances urban areas.

Being sustainable

Opportunities for enhanced biodiversity within the city centre.

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Green corridors can connect natural environments in parks and waterfront areas.

Being sustainable

New development with sustainable technology.

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Maintaining water quality in the harbour for people to enjoy.

Being sustainable

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Being beautiful

Unique shapes and 4/19/12 structures bring

Nikau palms are distinctive

Being beautiful

Unique shapes and 4/19/12 structures bring

Nikau palms are distinctive

Being beautiful

Public art incorporated into everyday elements of the city.

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Being beautiful

Building design beautifies the 4/19/12 waterfront.

Signage adds to the character of the area.

Being beautiful

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Being human

Open spaces in city centres provide opportunities for people to meet and gather. 4/19/12

Designing with people in mind creates pedestrian-friendly streets.

Being human

Events in the city centre excite and stimulate.

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Attention to detail creates a personable experience.

Being human

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Being human

Eyes in the street create safe public spaces.

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Facilities for children and families in the city centre are essential.

Being human

Eyes in the street create safe public spaces.

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Facilities for children and families in the city centre are essential.