Landscape Architecture And Urban Design - Wsp

LandscapeArchitectureand Urban DesignCapability StatementLandscape architecture and urban design is about connecting peopleand place. Creating sustainable solutions to meet the complex requirementsof our outdoor environments. We foster the natural environment, createresilient and vibrant communities through inspiring spaces.wsp.com/nz

Our award-winning Landscape Architectureand Urban Design team focus on authenticdesign. We ground our approach inrespect for communities and care for theenvironment. We operate in the spirit ofintegration, creativity and purpose.We collaborate across disciplines to deliveryou comprehensive design solutions. Throughimaginative design, we create solutionsthat you can be proud of for years to come.WSP Capability StatementLandscape Architecture and Urban Design

Our servicesPLACESHABITATSOur cities are growing and changing atrapid pace. We work with you to navigatethis change and to create a positive sense ofplace. Together, we can create better built andnatural environments. We deliver sustainablemasterplans, open space connections, publicrealm and cultural mapping. We integrateMāori culture, protection and enhancement ofbiodiversity and landscape values.We deliver sustainable solutions with ourextensive capability in design and planning.We have specialists in ecology, low impactwater design and green infrastructure. Ourprojects include landscape planning andassessment, landscape restoration and greeninfrastructure.JOURNEYSAs we the world evolves from car-based tomultiple active modes of transport, we areproud to play our part. We have delivered thedesign and delivery of many cycle and walkingroutes. We ensure a focus on integration,safety and amenity.ACTIVATIONSWe are at the leading edge of creative design.Encouraging participation in our cities,enjoyment of our coastlines and recreation inour rural areas. Our projects span from tacticalurbanism in city centres, destination playspaces, walking and cycling trails, through tosports parks.WSP Capability StatementENGAGEMENTSincere relationships are at the heartof successful Iwi engagement. We formrelationships on the understanding of Iwiaspirations and needs. We work hard toachieve these trusted relationships. Our teamhave considerable experience in the Te ArangaMaori Design Principles framework.RECOVERYWSP were at the forefront of the initialresponse to the Christchurch and Kaikōuraearthquakes. We were also involved in thelater recovery process for both disasters. OurArchitecture team are knowledgeable inrecovery projects. Working within complexgovernance models and pressured deliverytimeframes.Landscape Architecture and Urban Design

Our services include:y Resilient and sustainable designy Streetscapes, urban and commercial spacesy Strategic urban designy Transport & land use integrationy Collaborative masterplanning and spatialplanningy Roading and transportation corridors y Residential masterplanning and landdevelopmenty Open space masterplanningy Landscape planning and visual assessmentsy Large scale land rehabilitation andrevegetationy Green infrastructurey Pedestrian and cycle routesy Parks and informal recreationy Play and playful citiesy Playgrounds and youth spacesy Community engagementy Heritage landscapesy Researchy Tourism and recreationWSP Capability StatementLandscape Architecture and Urban Design

Feature projectsTE PAPA ŌTĀKARO / AVON RIVER PRECINCT (ARP) AND CITY PROMENADEClient: Ōtākaro LimitedLocation: ChristchurchWSP helped to recreate the heart ofChristchurch, creating a space that promotesrecreation, tourism, business growth andcentral city living for residents and visitorsalike. The Te Papa Ōtākaro/Avon River Park(ARP) and City Promenade project forŌtākaro Limited represents the largest everpublic realm transformation undertakenin New Zealand, extending two kilometresthrough the precinct on the eastern side ofthe river.The project created accessible andsustainable spaces that can be enjoyedby people of all ages for recreation andrelaxation. The design celebrates the natural,spiritual and ecological significance of theAvon River while improving accessibility andenhancing the river’s rich cultural heritagevalues.Landscaped areas include exotic and nativeplants to reflect the city’s cultures. Improvedaccess to the river is provided via boardwalksand terracing. The precinct incorporatespassive and active recreation spaces toappeal to all ages, including cycle ways,outdoor theatre, playgrounds and picnicareas.WSP Capability StatementThe project has been developed by a multidisciplinary design team including designleadership and landscape architecturalinputs from WSP alongside project partnersBDP, Boffa Miskell and LandLAB.AWARDS:y 2015 Urban Design & Planning Award,Landscape Institute, Great Britainy 2019 Resene NZILA Supreme AwardWinner and Urban Spaces WinnerSERVICES:y Landscape architecturey Archaeologyy Planningy Surveyingy Flood, civil, bridge, traffic and geotechnicalengineeringy Transport planningy Contaminated landLandscape Architecture and Urban Design

Feature projectsTĀKARO Ā POI / MARGARET MAHY FAMILY PLAYGROUNDClient: Ōtākaro LimitedLocation: ChristchurchTākaro ā Poi - Margaret Mahy FamilyPlayground – was a key part of theChristchurch regeneration. It is the biggestplay project undertaken in New Zealand andis the largest playground in the SouthernHemisphere. The project transformed anentire city block from ruins into a vibrantpublic space for play, with the aim ofreturning laughter and joy into the heart ofpost-earthquake Christchurch.Central to the design are the diverselandscapes of Canterbury - wetlands, plains,coastal edges and the Port Hills - and theseare all reflected in the different play zones.The space caters for inter-generationalplay for people of all ages and abilities; acommunity gathering space, an inner-citydestination for locals and visitors alike tomeet, connect and enjoy in multiple ways.At the heart of the park is a 130 m ‘story arc’granite pathway that uses elements from thestories of local children’s writers MargaretMahy and Elsie Locke, as well as narrativesand imagery from Ngai Tahu.Its success was immediately palpable, andthe Canterbury DHB 2016 wellbeing surveycredits the project with around two fifths(42%) of greater Christchurch residentscontinuing to be positively impacted by theopportunity to experience public events andspaces as a result of the earthquakes.WSP Capability StatementSince opening more than 1.5 million peoplehave visited the park. It has also attractedsignificant international interest from industryleaders, business owners and academicswho have expressed an interest in learningmore about the delivery of effective playprogrammes in child friendly cities.The design was led by WSP LandscapeArchitecture, and the result of close workwith Ōtākaro along with its statutorypartners, the Christchurch City Counciland Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu. We alsocollaborated with sub-consultants Tina Dyer,BDP, Landlab, Boffa Miskell, Colin Meurk, andplay equipment suppliers Playrope Ltd. Ourdesign was brought to life by contractorsCitycare and John Fillmore who built thepark.AWARDS:y 2017 NZILA Award of Excellencey 2019 IPWEA Australasia excellence awardfor projects over 5m - WinnerSERVICES:y Landscape architectureLandscape Architecture and Urban Design

Feature projectsSCOTT POINT SUSTAINABLE SPORTS PARK – MASTER PLANNINGClient: Auckland CouncilLocation: AucklandWSP were engaged by Auckland Council todeliver the master planning and communityengagement for the first sustainable park forAuckland (and New Zealand). The Scott PointSustainable Sports Park is a pilot project,with the intention of transforming AucklandCouncil parks and public spaces to a resilient,energy efficient, low carbon future.The Scott Point Sustainable Sports Parkwill become the largest public openspace and local sports park for the ScottPoint, Hobsonville Point and Hobsonvillecommunities. The new park will comprisethree distinct areas: sports and activerecreation, informal recreation, and ecologicalrestoration and conservation.The development of a new park for ScottPoint generated a great deal of interestand enthusiasm over the early conceptualstage of the project. Key stakeholders wereengaged in the process and represented thediverse interests in the park. These rangedfrom Māna Whenua, the Local Board, CouncilControlled Organisations, local schools, sportsgroups and the local resident associations.Engagement with the public was crucialto ensure the design of the park reflectedthe needs, desires and aspirations of thecommunity who will grow to love this place.WSP Capability StatementCollaboration with Ngā Maunga Whakahii oKaipara Development Trust and Te KawerauIwi Tribal Authority from the project’s outsetwas integral in the concept development toensure that Māori values and principles wereembedded in the master plan for the siteand in relation to the wider rohe (culturallandscape). Scott Point Sustainable SportsPark will provide an opportunity to restoreecological value to the area and reconnectpeople with the coastal edge, nature, theland and water.AWARDS:y 2018 NZRA Outstanding Research,Planning and Policy - Merit award winnerSERVICES:y Master planningy Community engagementy Māori Liaisony Sustainable designLandscape Architecture and Urban Design

Key ContactsAlan WhiteleyHead of Urban Design andLandscape ArchitectureAuckland 64 27 306 2670Alan.Whiteley@wsp.comDeb Lee SangWork Group Manager – Landscape,Architecture & Urban DesignAuckland 64 27 303 6451Deborah.LeeSang@wsp.comLucy AshmoreSenior Landscape ArchitectHamilton 64 27 539 4595Lucy.Ashmore@wsp.comZoe BurkittWork Group Manager – Landscape,Architecture, Archaeology & HeritageChristchurch 64 27 648 4349Zoe.Birkitt@wsp.comWSP is one of the world’s leading design and engineering professional services consulting firms. With our unrivalled local knowledge of NewZealand and global network of experts, our focus is on designing solutions where our local communities and environment thrive. We arestrategic advisors and technical experts including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects , planners, surveyors, environmental specialists,as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design future ready solutions in Property & Buildings,Transportation & Infrastructure, Water, Power and Environment, as well as provide project delivery and strategic consulting services.With 1,900 talented people in 40 offices across New Zealand, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.wsp.com/nz

Landscape Architecture Auckland 64 27 306 2670 Alan.Whiteley@wsp.com Deb Lee Sang Work Group Manager - Landscape, Architecture & Urban Design Auckland 64 27 303 6451 Deborah.LeeSang@wsp.com Lucy Ashmore Senior Landscape Architect Hamilton 64 27 539 4595 Lucy.Ashmore@wsp.com Zoe Burkitt Work Group Manager - Landscape,