Saturday, August 6, 2011

Auckland Waterfront Fantastic

I went down to the Waterfront this morning for an opening celebration. There was a Maori Pouwhiri at sunrise. Waka. Classic boats lined the wharves. And so did the people. The public spaces and places down here are a revelation. Auckland has done itself proud. Go there. Walk around. And enjoy....


































4 comments:

  1. Paula JAugust 6, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Great to see you there Joel. Doesen't it look fantastic!!

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  2. Brian WaddellAugust 6, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    I went down there this morning

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  3. Brian WaddellAugust 6, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    ...and really do think it is a great space. I really think we (Auckland) get it now and the benchmark for Auckland urban design has been raised significantly. I look forward to more of this.

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  4. Tania UtleyAugust 8, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    An incredibly popular event... The viewing gantry was a great idea to get an overview. Great swale type stormwater plantings, interesting use of pallets as exterior building materials... Will be interesting to see the 5 star sustainable ASB building in 2013.

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