Almost demolished after the earthquake in 2011, Christchurch center was required a renovation. The challenge for architects Zotov & Co was to recall a livable city center. After asking the question of what is needed to be happy, the architects chose nature and communication as the foundation of their concept. The center for the quarter an island covered, dense forest which concentrates all social activity. More images and architects’ description after the break.
Christchurch: The Latest Architecture and News
New Urban Village Proposal / Zotov & Co
https://www.archdaily.com/370937/new-urban-village-proposal-zotov-and-coAlison Furuto
Redcliffs Estuary / Stufkens + Chambers Architects
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Architects: Stufkens + Chambers Architects
https://www.archdaily.com/200562/vanaalst-house-stufkens-chambers-architectsKritiana Ross