Greymouth/Māwhera CBD Renewal

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1 Greymouth/Māwhera CBD Renewal DRAFT URBAN DESIGN FRAMEWORK - STAGE 3 March 2015

2 Greymouth/Māwhera CBD Renewal Draft Urban Design Framework - Stage 3 Concept Design & Implementation Opus International Consultants Ltd Group Opus House, 20 Moorhouse Avenue PO Box 1482 Christchurch 8140 New Zealand Tel: Fax: Date: March 2015 Ref: Status: DRAFT - STAGE 3 FOR GREY DISTRICT COUNCIL Released by: Prepared by: David McKenzie Technical Principal: Landscape Architecture Jack Earl Graduate Landscape Architect The atmospheric Blaketown breakwater

3 Vision The Greymouth/Māwhera CBD will be a vibrant and inviting destination, a place for people to do business, to linger, gather and enjoy. Our CBD will celebrate the town s natural environment, its climate, rich culture and heritage, its inspiring people and the stories they have to share of this place Urban Design Principles & Objectives Real stories shaping real places Reflect the natural environment Celebrate heritage, culture and arts Urban places as economic catalysts Realise diverse public spaces Support local businesses and tourism Clear and accessible linkages Connect to the River Integrate events and recreation Nurturing healthy communities Promote sustainable outcomes Create appropriate urban form Greymouths floodwall, the Grey River & surrounding hinterlands

4 Draft - Greymouth CBD Renewal Opus Landscape Architecture & Urban Design Contents CONCEPT DESIGN Scope of Works 6 Design Program Overview 7 Design Rationale 8 CBD Materials Framework 9 CBD Street Furniture Framework 10 CBD Planting Framework 12 Māwhera Quay Streetscape & floodwall 14 Māwhera Quay Streetscape & floodwall Enhancement 16 Māwhera Quay Access & Streetscape 17 Tainui Shared Street 18 Tainui St Streetscape - South 19 Tainui Shared Street - 3D Render 20 Draft Design - Tainui St State Highway 6 Intersection 21 Transport Planning 22 Mackay St Streetscape 24 Mackay St Streetscape - East 26 Festival Square 27 Town Square 28 Town Entrance Gateways 32 Discovery Centre 34 Albert Mall Revitalisation 35 Pedestrian Rail Link 36 BUILDINGS HISTORY CRANES WEAVING CULTURES HERITAGE PRECINCTS PORT MINING STORIES WALKING CYCLING LINKS GREY RIVER ACCESSIBILITY FLOODWALL LINKS RECREATION MARKETS THEATRE PERFORMANCE NIGHT PUBLIC SPACES CULTURE Cobden Cycle/Pedestrian Link 37 The Greymouth community s feedback EVENTS TREES GREEN SPACE GARDEN BEDS NATIVE PLANTING FLOWERS STREETSCAPE PLANTERS

5 KEY DRIVERS FOR URBAN DESIGN STRUCTURE CBD anchor s that stimulate pedestrian flow along Mackay Street Key tenants, destinations and activities that will bookend the CBD and provide the catalyst for further development within the core 8 An active riverfront edge Interesting, accessible and comfortable high quality spaces and attractions Consolidation of the CBD 9 A well defined hierarchy of comfortable, pedestrian prioritised streets which define the core CBD 5 A walkable, pedestrian focussed streetscape network A streetscape network which creates a welcoming and comfortable experience for locals and visitors alike. Pedestrian prioritised streets will provide greater levels of shelter, amenity and opportunities to linger and interact Stronger connections with wider recreational links Clearly defined wayfinding through well located signage, universal accessibility, and footpath and intersection works Series of CBD gateways Defined entrances into the CBD which reflect the surrounding natural and built character 1 Town Square 5 Town Centre Gateways 9 Albert Mall Revitalisation 2 3 Festival Square Floodwall Promenade 6 7 Cobden Bridge Pedestrian/Cycle Link Pedestrian Rail Overpass Discovery Centre/Mixed Use Development Mixed Use Development 4 Key Intersection Upgrades 8 Heritage Park Revitalisation Urban Design Masterplan Page 5

6 Scope of Works This stage develops a series of high level concepts which build upon on the principles and objectives. These concepts map out broad spatial conditions, identify links, activities and a range of materials and finishes which build upon the public consultation completed to date. To create a vibrant CBD for people of all ages and abilities, the CBD will interpret the stories of Greymouth and its people. While long term planning will be fundamental to the success of the CBD it will be the high quality of the spaces that are created that will inspire activity, and engage people with the richness of Greymouths natural and cultural heritage. Further refinement of these principles materials, plants and street furniture, palettes will ensure successful outcomes for all project areas, creating a CBD that is a celebration of its unique character and a welcoming experience for all people. The Concept Design stage proposes the following outcomes: A clear design rationale that connects the existing character, context and scale of the area to the communities vision Design intents for each project areas scope of works that will communicate how issues and opportunities are dealt with A strategy for planting within the CBD A palette of proposed materials and textures A framework for proposed street furniture locations The design concepts for the key identified projects An implementation plan which identifies actions, priorities and broad costs Page 6

7 Design Program Overview The diagram provides an overview of the design process for this phase of work. The process illustrates how design decisions will enhance Greymouths existing character, while incorporating the key design principles. Real stories shaping real places Urban places as economic catalysts A connected and accessible place Nurturing healthy communities The project driver Real stories shaping real places provides the rationale behind developing an economic, accessible and healthy community. CBD gateways Pedestrian rail link Albert mall Revitalisation CBD Planting Discovery Centre Nurturing healthy communities Key Projects Design Frameworks Key Principles Project Driver Real stories shaping real places Mawhera Quay & floodwall revitalisation Tainui Street revitailisation CBD Materials Clear and accessible linkages Cobden pedestrian/cycle link Urban places as economic catalysts Mackay Street revitalisation & Festival square CBD Street furniture Town Square Cobden pedestrian/cycle link Mackay Street revitalisation & Festival square Town Square The Design Process Page 7

8 HERITAGE, CULTURE & ARTS NATURAL ENVIRONMENT ABSTRACTION/DESIGN OUTCOMES Design Rationale COLOUR The design rationale is guided by the project driver - Real stories shaping real places. Colours within the CBD Greens & blues Colour as an expression of urban and natural context The objectives to guide this principle reflect the wider context and local character of Greymouth. The design proposals will complement the surrounding environment and engrave local stories into the urban fabric through: TEXTURE Reflection of the natural environment Embracing local culture, heritage and arts Colour, texture, form and narrative are qualities that define a place and are used to express the design rationale. The qualities found within Greymouth have been combined to create inspiration to guide the design of the materials, planting and street furniture, spaces and structures. FORM Industrial, grain & scale of coal Natural limestone formation Insertion of natural materials/ textures within the grid layout of the cultural landscape Structural forms of heritage Jade/rock geometry Cultural and natural forms combine to inform streetscape elements Page 8

9 CBD Materials Framework Design Intent COLOUR TEXTURE FORM OTHER RELEVANT TECHNIQUES The materials proposed for the Greymouth CBD Renewal have been selected for their relevance to its heritage, the existing industrial character, the local natural environment and for their sustainable qualities of being locally sourced and durable. These materials are: CONCRETE Concrete (local stone material) Steel (Skills available locally, re-use opportunities) Timber (locally available, re-use opportunities) Oxide mix Exposed local material (limestone, river stone) Ability to be shaped Stamped or etched/ River profile These materials and their uses embody simple, classic solutions that are enduring and will not become outdated. The materials proposed for the use of paving, street furniture and other structures are relevant to the following objectives: STEEL To create a restrained, consistent palette of materials and design responses to simplify and reduce cost of maintenance/ replacement activities To use materials that have been sourced for their limited environmental impact Paint or Powder coated Weathered Malleable Laser cut To use robust, proven and durable materials and construction methodologies to deliver high quality, aesthetic and durable spaces To use materials that exceed the performance specification attributes including structural and tensile strength, water absorption, skid and slip resistance TIMBER To provide ease of cleaning, simple and cost efficient reinstatement (available skills, workmanship and cost) Timber stain or outdoor paint Rough sawn Repetition Carved Page 9

10 CBD Street Furniture Framework Design Intent SEATING The furniture echoes the towns industrial heritage with the contemporary voice of the community of Greymouth. The designs respond to the CBD Renewal design rationale and materials framework to achieve a cohesive suite of site specific furniture. Key drivers: Chiselled faces. Reflect heritage of canoe shaping Designs are flexible and adaptive through the construction methodology, materials and simplistic design Designs are moveable (by GDC) to allow for a wider range of choice when applying uses to such spaces Designs reflect key drivers of the CBD materials palette including: To use robust, proven and durable materials and construction methodologies to deliver high quality, aesthetic and durable spaces To use materials that have been sourced for their limited environmental impact To provide ease of cleaning, simple and cost efficient reinstatement (available skills, workmanship and cost) To create a restrained, consistent palette of materials and design responses to simplify and reduce cost of maintenance/replacement activities Opportunities to engage with Ngati Waewae Large Bench Seat The CBD will be furnished with a suite of thick timber seats. These allow for the flexible combination of backs and arm rests as well as being stacked providing a range of seating types and visual interest. Treatments of the timber include a chiselled feature face, a face of colour and the smooth treatment of other faces. The detailing of the seats will respond to the key drivers as described. In general, the colour elements of the seats will reflect the design rationale. The greens and blues will typically be located along Tainui Street and Albert Street Mall, referencing nature and the CBD s renewed connection to the River. The yellows and oranges representing the urban environment will stimulate the street environment of Mackay Street. Once in the late 1800 s Mackay Street was considered the slums however the CBD Renewal recognises Mackay street for the vibrant main street hub it now is through this inspired suite of furniture. Pod Seating The proposed pod seats are miniature, one person replicas of the proposed general seating. The material treatments will be of the same high quality finishes as the general seating proposes. The seats will be orientated in slightly different directions as they can be used facing any direction people will use them how they please. These seats are proposed along the activated and built out areas along Mackay Street. They will create visual interest to the streets environment and also have a play feel to them encouraging both use and activity. In some instances, these pods may also act as bollards scattered along shared areas. Traditional carving techniques Page 10

11 CBD Street Furniture Framework PLANTER PROPRIETARY ITEMS BOLLARDS Laser cut steel In development Planter Lighting, bins, cycle racks Approach to bollards The proposed planters will be moveable streets objects that will hold plants selected from the proposed amenity planting palette. The planters will be formed from steel. The panels will be laser cut creating a perforated exterior appearance that will be a strong visual amenity to the streets environment. The form of the planter reflects the natural forms of the surrounding geology as it is recognised the importance of geomorphic processes in shaping the outstanding natural landscape of the area. The planter heights will vary around the edge of the planter however each side will accessible for people of all ages and abilities to engage with the sensory elements of the proposed amenity planting palette. For consistency and easy of maintenance and asset management a number of streetscape items have been chosen from proprietary items. This includes: Street lighting Litter and recycling bins Cycle racks Cycle racks typically will be located at key intersections and along the edge of public spaces Litter/recycling bins will be located regularly along the Mawhera Quay promenade, Mackay and Tainui Streets and along the edge of public spaces These elements combine the functionality of a bollard with a range of other street environment uses such as seating, visual amenity and locking up a cycle. Where bollards are absolutely necessary a simple proprietary item may be used as shown above. Through a combination of visually stimulating and usable street items, edges that would otherwise appear unattractive to a pedestrian become sculptural and playful elements that stimulate activity and vibrancy. The Gap illustrates unique limestone forms Page 11

12 CBD Planting Framework Design Intent: The planting strategy, driven by the four key principles, responds to the following objectives: Reflect the natural environment - A wide range of local native plant species dominate the planting palette Embrace heritage, culture and arts - Where appropriate existing plants and plant communities are to be retained, protected and enhanced to preserve character Connect to the River - The use of native wetland and riparian edge species to reinforce the significance of the waters edge to Greymouth Integrate events and recreation - A palette of appropriate seasonal plants has been designed for moveable planters which will create bursts of colour and form with spatial flexibility Realise diverse public spaces - Appropriate plants for the wide range of public spaces and uses proposed, including recognition of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design principle (CPTED) Support businesses and tourism - The use of appropriate street plants to enhance high quality streetscapes while limiting screening of signage and frontages Promote sustainable outcomes - A rich diversity of native plants will strengthen ecological values and reinforced long term distinctiveness Legend Mackay Street - Native street tree and groundcover species theme that connects to the hinterland of the surrounding CBD. Maintain existing street trees where appropriate and healthy. Key tree species: Kowhai/ Deciduous tree Mawhera Quay - A cohesive native linear green link between the urban edge, river edge and proposed floodwall revitalisation with signature street trees, rain gardens and amenity planting Key tree species: Kawhai/ Nikau Tainui Street & River Connectors - Native species theme that connects to riparian edges, riverbeds and wetlands of the Grey District. Street trees and under planting to an enhanced avenue view of the River front Key tree species: Rata cv/ribbonwood Festival Square - Interweaving of exotic and indigenous planting, including exotic deciduous and native canopy trees, open lawn and mass planting for wind shelter Key tree species: Carpinus betulus/nothofagus fusca Mawhera Floodwall - Massed planting of indigenous species with an emphasis on mahinga kai and plants that support local bird life such as the tui and Kererū. Key species to provide shelter from the wind in active spaces Key tree species: Cabbage tree CBD Gateways - Massed planting that express Greymouth s natural and cultural heritage Key tree species: Rata Amenity Planters - Bright and attractive seasonal exotic groundcover species to help to reflect the vibrancy of public spaces. Planters are moveable and respond to the need for spatial /event flexibility Create appropriate urban form - Plants selected to emphasise spatial form, character and use Page 12

13 CBD Planting Framework Proposed Mackay Street Species Dianella nigra Apodasmia similis, oioi Blechnum novae-zelandiae, kiokio Carpinus betulus fasigiata Cordyline australis, ti kōuka Dianella nigra Hebe varieties or cultivars Libertia grandiflora, native iris Sophora microphylla Phormium cookianum cv. Sophora microphylla, kōwhai Carpinus betulus fastigiata Libertia grandiflora Proposed Festival Square Species Phormium emerald gem Poa cita Cordyline australis Arthropodium cirratum Te- Puna, rengarenga Lily Cordyline australis, ti kōuka Carpinus betulus fastigiata Libertia ixioides, native iris Magnoli cv. Phormium Emerald Gem, dwarf flax Poa cita, wind grass Sophora microphylla, kōwhai? Magnolia cv. Proposed Mawhera Quay Species Sophora microphylla Cordyline australis, ti kōuka Sophora microphylla, kōwhai Rhopalostylis sapida, NZ nikau palm Dianella nigra Cordyline australis Acaena inermis purpurea, purple bidibidi Apodasmia similis, oioi Arthropodium cirratum Te- Puna, rengarenga Lily Coprosma acerosa, sand coprosma Dianella nigra Hebe varieties Phormium Emerald Gem, dwarf flax Rhopalostylis sapdia Acaena inermis Purpurea Proposed CBD Gateway Species Rata spp Clematis paniculata, puawhanaha Cordyline australis, ti kōuka Arthropodium cirratum Te- Puna, rengarenga Lily Phormium tenax, NZ Flax Phormium cookianum, mountain flax Podocarpus totara, totara Metorsideros umbellata, southern rata Muehlenbeckia astonii Tororaro Acaena novazelandiae, Bidibidi Acaena inermis purpurea, purple bidibidi Acaena novazelandiae Phormium cookianum Cordyline australis Proposed Tainui Street Species Proposed Floodwall Species Proposed Amenity Planter Species Additional Notes: Cordyline australis Arthropodium cirratum Te- Puna, rengarenga Lily Blechnum spp Cordyline australis, cabbage tree, ti kōuka Hebe varieties Plagianthus regius, ribbonwood Plagianthus regius Hebe spp Arthropodium cirratum Te- Puna, rengarenga Lily Astelia banksii, wharawhara Cordyline australis, cabbage tree, ti kōuka Cortaderia richardii, toetoe Hebe varieties Phormium Emerald Gem, dwarf flax Pseudopanax lessonii, houpara Poa cita, wind grass Phormium emerald gem Pseudopanax lessonii Astelia banksii Helleborus Double Purple Acaena inermis Purpurea Ameria pacific blue Ligularia reniformis Delphinium Moonlight Blues Hyacinth Sky Jacket Tulipa London Ligularia Britt Marie Crawford Heuchera Plum Pudding Helleborus Double Purple Francoa sonchifolia, wedding flower Ophiopogon japonica, black dragon Hyacinth Sky Jacket Ameria pacific blue Apodasmia only to be used in raingardens Other suitable exotic street trees include Liriodendron tulipifera fastigiata, Fagus sylvatica dawyk, Magnoli cv, Carpinus betula fastigiata and Quercus robur fastigiata Rata cv to be used within the CBD and southern Rata to be used in suitable gateway spaces that have plenty of room Athropodium cirratum Rata spp Poa cita Ophiopogon japonica Delphinium Moonlight Blues Page 13

14 Mawhera Quay Streetscape & Floodwall Existing issues of Mawhera Quay Concept Plan Existing connection to the River and range of activities Existing access from the floodwall to the CBD Lack of accessible access from CBD to the floodwall Limited opportunities to cross Mawhera Quay Existing access from floodwall to miners memorial signage Richmond Quay A 5 6 Boundary Street 8 10 B 7 9 Albert Street 10 Kingsgate Hotel Grey River C D Tainui Street 13 Art Gallery 14 Werita Street Waite Street 15 Design Intent To connect people to the Grey River and wider views of the landscape and in doing so incorporate the floodwall as an integrated part of the CBD experience Location Plan Legend Master Planned Projects A Potential Development Site F Cobden Pedestrian/Cycle Link B Potential Development Site G Eastern Gateway Develop the floodwall as a lineal park which incorporates a network of elements/spaces such as sculpture, play elements, lookout structures, shelters and interpretation Provide frequent crossing points across Māwhera Quay which provide safe and easy access to the top of the flood wall via a series of ramps, terraces and steps Traffic calming to Māwhera Quay including reducing traffic flows to one way East bound Utilise flood wall lighting to create a unique evening destination and visual gateway Floodwall Mawhera Quay C Town Square D Tainui Shared Street E Rail Gateway Proposed Vegetation Proposed indigenous planting Proposed lawn areas Streetscape under planting Proposed street trees Page 14

15 Custom Street DRAFT Existing access to the beginning of the West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail Existing access from the floodwall to access to the Cobden Bridge 19 Grey River F G Mawhera Quay Cobden Bridge Omotu Road Mackay Street E Train Station G Omotu Road SCALE 1:1500 AT A3 Proposed 1 Native planting continuing the length of the floodwall to provide screening, visual amenity, 5 A number of raised crossing are proposed along both Richmond and Mawhera Quays providing a 9 Small pockets are proposed the length of the top of the floodwall where sculptures, signage and 12 This main access point is a set of steps and ramp integrated together to accommodate people of 17 The existing pedestrian crossing across Mawhera Quay will be raised and forms part of the Tourist 2 ecological values for fauna and flora and soften wind flows to seating pockets Streetscape improvements and narrowing of Richmond Quay to a 3.2m lane provides 6 pedestrian connection from the CBD to the River while also calming traffic Small pockets are proposed the length of the floodwall where sculptures, interpretation may be connection to the floodwall and River 3 Small shelters are located along the top of the floodwall. These shelters provide seated areas protected from the rain, sun and buffered from the wind 4 Small observation lookouts are located along the floodwall and accessed by a set of steps. A user can engage in a memorable experience that takes them off the floodwall and connects them to the Grey River installed. This space however will be the CBDs main Sculpture Park 7 Small pockets are proposed the length of Mawhera Quay lineal Park bottom promenade of the floodwall where rest areas sheltered from the wind or places where interpretation may be found 8 Streetscape improvements and a reduction of Mawhera Quay to a 3.2m one-way East bound lane creates a range of economic and social benefits including a multi- use lineal Riverfront Park interpretation may be installed all ages and abilities and is located central to the Gateway to the CBD CBD providing a physical connection from the CBD 10 This lawn area built into the revitalised floodwall is to the River an accessible amphitheatre space providing also 18 Enhancements to the existing West Coast for those to meet, gather, eat and play 13 The Clock Tower sits within the indigenous planting Wilderness Cycle Trail access ramp are to be made 11 This main lookout structure can accommodate people of all ages and abilities and is located of the floodwall, softening the Towers visual effects while creating a more harmonious relationship to the wall to allow cyclists continuous navigation of the ramp central to the CBD providing a physical connection from the CBD to the River. The floodwall will be Along the length of Richmond and Mawhera 19 Opportunities for improved access to the Rivers 14 ramped up 600mm so that the main lookout Quay, improved access point locations connect edge exist and should be tied in with shelter, structure becomes flush with the top floodwall people more regularly, directly and safely to the seating, planting to the historic Cobden Bridge site promenade. This creates an accessible lookout to top promenade of the floodwall and formalise car parking people of all ages and abilities 15 Any additions to the Miners Memorial site should consider design intent/purpose. Potential for an enlarged area for seating, small gatherings and interpretation Page 15

16 Mawhera Quay Streetscape & Floodwall Enhancement Mesh grating Interpretive signage Floodwall Observation platform Integrated flood lights illuminate the front of the floodwall Timber seating Reused timber to provide enclosure Floodwall Timber seating Clad in reused timber Mawhera Quay seating Floodwall Floodwall shelters and seating Page 16

17 Mawhera Quay Access & Streetscape Page 17

18 Tainui Shared Street Design Intent Concept Plan - Tainui Shared Street To create a pedestrian prioritised street which provides a flexible space which supports more on street activity and ease of movement for pedestrians Key Outcomes: Provide safe opportunities for pedestrians to move between the CBD and the floodwall Art Gallery Public toilet Existing Cafe Create opportunities for outdoor dining and places to stop and enjoy the CBD Create a high amenity environment which encourage people to linger including local art, materials and planting which reflect the local character Provide a flexible space which accommodates a range of formal uses such as markets, festivals and celebrations along with more informal uses such as space to relax and rub shoulders with the community and tourists alike A Mawhera Quay Mackay Street - Signalised intersection D Location Plan B C Legend SCALE 1:400 AT A3 Master Planned Projects Proposed Tainui Shared Street Tainui Street A Mawhera Quay & D Mackay Street Floodwall Revitalisation Revitalisation B Town Square E Tainui Street/SH6 Intersection Concept C Potential Mixed Use/Food F Tainui Street Gateway & Beverage Development Site Proposed Vegetation Proposed street trees in tree pits create an avenue and view shed to the Riverfront Vehicle lane width is approximately 6.5m average. Simple exposed aggregate finished concrete bands at 3m spans form the shared surface Proposed Art Gallery fore court to be an artwork paving mat and is to be tied in with the retained existing street tree. Car parking to accommodate short duration and loading Street lighting to single side of the street Seating 9 Dense bands of fairy lights. Highlight heritage buildings and key locations along Tainui Street. The lights will be create a sense of invitation as they will be visible from SH6 Existing street tree retained 6 Outdoor dining, flexible space defined by moveable planters 7 400mm wide dish channel for surface drainage. Proposed mobile planters Proposed underplanting 8 500mm wide dish channel for surface drainage with a textured rumble paver finish Page 18

19 Tainui St Streetscape - South Smith Street SH6 Design implementation deferred until further notice to accommodate motor cycle street race requirements F Bus Stop D Mackay Street - Signalised intersection E F Proposed Tainui Street Revitalisation Guiness Street Tainui Street SH6 SCALE 1:400 AT A3 1 Dense bands of fairy lights. Highlight heritage buildings and key locations along Tainui Street. The lights will be create a sense of invitation as they will be visible from SH6 9 Paving treatment to continue through the Tainui Street/CBD Gateway proposal Raised signalised intersection flows flush down the proposed Tainui shared street to the River Seating at the corners of the signalised pedestrian crossing Mid block tree pit build out Build out to accommodate crossing point, tree pit and vehicle access to the laneway Narrow road width to 6.4m Drop kerb to allow for an unmarked crossing Seating at corner of planting to be integrated into existing jade sculpture and interpretation Page 19

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21 0 10 mm mm R TRAFFIC SIGNAL LEGEND: Traffic signal pole (5.1m long). 3 aspect 300mm LED lanterns 3 aspect 200mm LED lanterns with red arrow display Pedestrian call button. PHASE A PHASE B PHASE C Revision Amendment Approved Revision Date A CONCEPT J.D. 09/04/15 Designed Christchurch Office PO Box Christchurch 8140 New Zealand Approved Approved Date F.S. J.D. 09/04/15 Project GREYMOUTH MASTER PLAN S.H. 6/TAINUI STREET Sheet INTERSECTION UPGRADE 1:250@ A1 1:500@ A3 Original Sheet Size A1 [841x594] m Plot Date at 10:32:31 a.m. Path G:\opus\greymouth\ Greymouth Masterplan\Stage 3\Drawings\Signals concept2.dwg A1h Drawn F.S. Scales Project No. Sheet. No. Revision A1, A A

22 Transport Planning MASTERPLAN Key Principles: To support Businesses & Tourism To Connect the CBD to the Grey River Aim: Key improvements include: To limit the use of heavy vehicles and lower the general driving speeds of motorists along Mawhera Quay Safety Connectivity/Access Pedestrian Amenity Create a safer and more accessible waterfront environment for people of all ages and abilities Developing streets which encourage activities such as kerb side dining and hosting events Providing places for people to rest and linger Ensuring the circulation network is legible and easily understood by locals and visitors alike The proposed transport option supports an improved pedestrian environment, better walkability and a safe and accessible floodwall. These are all key objectives that have been consistently reinforced by public input Process Comprehensive consultation with affected parties has been undertaken on the basis of: Reduction of heavy vehicle traffic from the CBD, utilising a one-way route (as indicated on the map) Signalisation of the SH6/Tainui Street intersection has multiple benefits and would complement one-way gyratory heavy vehicle circulation Signalisation of Tainui/Mackay Street Community severance Community severance is an important issue that could be addressed by upgrading of the Tainui Street/SH6 roundabout to traffic signals. This would provide: Safe controlled crossing facilities across and along SH6 close to the CBD Encourage walking to/from the CBD particularly for children, elderly and visually or mobility impaired users It would also encourage cycling, particularly of less confident cyclists that would prefer to cross SH6 at a safe location rather than interact directly with general traffic It is considered that additional cycling and walking to/from the CBD would reduce congestion, parking issues and increase the vibrancy of the CBD Parking In order to achieve a greater safety for the CBD users, greater access and improved amenity it is likely that removal of a number of on street car parks will be required to make these improvements. Parking is currently sporadically located and a strategic approach would help to support the revitalisation of specific destinations and greatly improve pedestrian amenity. Along with the development of a CBD Parking Strategy, the potential sites could be located as per below for additional parking facilities Some key points from the following document outline the value of catering for a broad range of transport users: Economic benefits to improved pedestrian spaces (Reallocation of Road Space - NZTA 08/2013) A key issue, particularly in central city and suburban retail centres (along arterial routes), is the perceived importance of on-street car parking The data also showed that sustainable transport users (pedestrians & cyclists) are likely to visit the shopping areas more frequently and spend more time in the area, compared with car drivers, including that those walking or cycling accounted for 40% spend in the area While sustainable transport users spent on average $34 per trip, $12 less than the average spend per trip for car drivers and passengers, they visited shops more frequently and made significant contribution to the economic vitality of those shops New Zealand and international research indicate that good urban design is more likely to attract people to shopping areas. The key issue is that the benefits of good quality urban design are not realised immediately to the developer Page 22

23 Transport Planning MASTERPLAN Grey River a A Tainui Shared Street & Mawhera Quay CBD Circulation Urban Design Pros: Retains greater range of vehicle movement along Mawhera Quay Mix of low speed vehicles and pedestrians through lane way section promotes safer vehicle speeds whilst creating more usable space Creates improved pedestrian prioritised network connecting the CBD to Mawhera Quay with a variety of streetscape and open space conditions More space to accommodate moving pedestrians from Mawhera Quay to top of flood wall Good connections from central CBD, Tainui St, to across Mawhera Quay to the floodwall One way Mawhera Quay Heavy Vehicle Re-Routing Description: Retain the existing route for outbound traffic from the port (Mawhera Quay) Narrowing and traffic calming Mawhera Quay to a one way street would make it more pedestrian friendly Traffic accessing the port would re-route along the existing Herbert Street route, which would require a detour of approximately 400m. Alternative routes such as Mackay Street, Tainui Street and Guinness Street would be designed to be undesirable for heavy vehicles To Port/Industrial area Urban Design Cons: Reduced parking for existing businesses on Tainui Street Reduction of traffic through Mawhera Quay will reduce passive surveillance to this area and may result in safety issues or antisocial behavior Linear green space creates relatively narrow corridor which will not be suitable for a broad range of uses such a large gatherings One way networks can be confusing to visitors An example of a shared two way street for pedestrians and vehicles (Image shows a street width of 18m, Tainui Street is apx 20m) Mawhera Quay Indicative Section Elevations Observation platforms Intermittent weather protection Key: Cross section a-a Potential Mawhera Quay one way with high pedestrian value One way A Grey River Lane CBD Circulation Heavy Vehicle Re-routing Proposed two way traffic calmed streets Proposed narrowed one way street with high pedestrian value and linear green space Proposed two way streets Existing Proposed heavy vehicle route Proposed signalised intersection a 4m 4m 1.5m 3m 3m Steps,ramps, seating and plantings 2.5m 3m Lower promenade Footpath extention, trees, seats, indented parking Proposed shared use of Tainui Street Proposed signalised intersection Existing rail line SH6 Existing two way streets Existing one way streets Page 23

24 Mackay St Streetscape Design implementation deferred until further notice to accommodate motor cycle street race requirements Concept Plan Mackay St Streetscape - West Mackay St Streetscape - East A Boundary Street Albert Street Card Lane C Tainui Street Tarapuhi Street B Albert Street 8 9 D Tainui Street A Design Intent Location Plan Legend To create a pedestrian prioritised street which provides an inviting, safe, legible and memorable street. Transport planning is useful to reduce impacts of heavy traffic and general vehicle speeds to key streets, whilst ensuring access to parking and facilities. Master Planned Projects A Potential Development Site B Revitalised Albert Mall F Mawhera Quay & Floodwall Revitalisation Project Outcomes: Provide safe opportunities for pedestrians to move along the length of the main street Create opportunities for outdoor dining which align with existing food and beverage establishments Mackay Street C D E Tainui Shared Street Tainui Street Revitalisation Pedestrian Rail Link Create a flexible street which will accommodate a range of permanent and seasonal events Create a high amenity environment which encourage people to linger including local art, materials and planting which reflect the local character Proposed Vegetation Proposed planters Proposed lawn areas Existing street trees Provide a flexible space which accommodates a range of formal uses such as markets, festivals and celebrations along with more informal uses such as space to relax and rub shoulders with the community and tourists alike Streetscape under planting Proposed street trees Signalised intersection at Tainui, Mackay Street intersection ensures safe and convenient crossing for pedestrians whilst providing more clarity to vehicles Page 24

25 Badger Lane DRAFT Mawhera Quay 15 Werita Street Waite Street Marian Street 13 B 14 Custom Street Train Station 10 E Rail line SCALE 1:1000 AT A3 Proposed Improvements Supporting Imagery Part of the Western Gateway, this space incorporates additional planting, bike racks, pod seating and accommodates outdoor dining Existing crossing points to be replaced with pedestrian priority raised crossing points Open/vacant sites along Mackay Street will have planters to screen poor views and improve street edge form Existing trees to be inspected and where healthy, retained. Existing under planting to be removed and replaced with plants from the Mackay Street planting palette Western CBD hub build out site with planting, outdoor dining space, range of seating and pedestrian prioritised raised crossing point Footpath to be simple light exposed aggregate finish with saw cuts 7 Remove existing street tree which blocks views into Albert Mall and replace all existing under planting with plants from the Mackay Street planting palette 11 Festival Square. A flexible public space for seasonal markets, performances, gatherings or day to day enjoyment. Retains 19 hire car parking spaces and creates a strong visual amenity to this CBD/tourist hub. Incorporate existing toilet structure. Possible 8 Mackay Street core treatment includes pedestrian art work or sculpture along visible walls to relate to priority raised crossing points at entry, significant Maori significance of this eastern hub. Proposed built area for a range of activities such as seating, planting and mounding to slow wind intensity signage, interpretation, sculpture, outdoor dining and bike racks. Simple panels of exposed aggregate concrete bands run through the core public space and road lane with expressed joints at each interval 12 Shelter with seating along the back interior. For everyday use or market space 13 Performance lawn with raised timber stage 9 Signalised intersection for safer pedestrian crossings and management of traffic flow 14 Signage and interpretation space with potential Maori Pou sculpture indicating the significance of 10 Remove existing planting, pavement and bollards and replace with plants from the Mackay Street planting palette Maori settlement to this area 15 Continued Mackay Street streetscape treatments to tie into the Tourist Gateway and start of the West Coast Wilderness Cycle Trail A B 3D Sectional Perspective - See page 24 Sketch Perspective - See page 25 Page 25

26 Mackay St Streetscape - East Location Plan Mackay Street Figure in pavement to reflect the form of the Grey River Exposed aggregate panels with dark oxide mix Exposed aggregate panels with light oxide mix 3D Sectional perspective of a portion of the proposed Mackay Street Revitalisation Page 26

27 Festival Square Location Plan Mackay Street Reuse of coal bins for planters to Festival Square Limestone chip surface Timber stage Signage and interpretation space with potential Maori Pou sculpture indicating the significance of Maori settlement to this area. Potential to engage with Ngaiti Waewae to further develop options Shelter with timber slats as cladding Sketch perspective of the proposed Festival Square Page 27

28 Town Square Mawhera Quay A Design Intent: Provide an open space which supports a broad range of civic and social functions, a space where people can come together to meet, relax and celebrate 9 Key Outcomes: Provide a flexible space which accommodates a range of formal uses such as markets, festivals and celebrations along with more informal uses such as space to relax and rub shoulders with the community and tourists alike 8 Provide opportunities to activate the edges of the space with places to eat and shop Provide a high amenity space including comfortable seating, furnishings, plants and materials which are robust and reflect the local character Provide a well-lit, safe space which encourages a night time economy Kingsgate Hotel existing access to Mawhera Quay Location Plan 3m setback B 4 3 Town Square C Tainui Street 5 12 Potential for Hotel development to stimulate active edge 1.5m access to Hotel 3m setback 6 SCALE 1:100 AT A3 D Active edge Page 28

29 Town Square Legend Master Planned Projects A Mawhera Quay & Floodwall Revitalisation B Tainui Shared Street (Town Square use extends into the shared street) C Potential Development Site D Mixed use/food & beverage development Proposed Vegetation Proposed planters Proposed lawn areas Proposed street trees Imagery in development Proposed Improvements 1 Litter and recyling bins 7 Raised lawn (400mm) will accommodate daily use 12 Seating and trees provide a transitional active edge as well as events as a spectators space to the town square as well as strong visual amenity 2 Temporary moveable screens. Screens can be 8 A range of terraced platforms transition the and buffering of winds 3 used to accommodate a range of uses and pin up material Large moveable timber seats. Can be moved to sidewalk to the raised lawn. The blocks will vary in colour, shape and height (200mm, 400mm and 800mm). Small pockets are created for small 13 New Hotel development could create a second active edge, the temporary screens then could become something more permanent with wheels accommodate a range of desired spaces or uses groups and individual use allowing to screen the Hotel from wind, as well as 4 Paving treatment 9 Cycle racks open up to create intimate seating areas. A 3m 5 setback of any new development from the town Detailed caps that can be removed when setting 10 Extended poles to support the proposed shelter will square would allow for potential outdoor dining or up the screens for various uses double as street lights other activity 6 Extended area for outdoor dining with planters that define the extents of the space 11 Large shelter Page 29

30 Town Square Page 30

31 Town Square Range of use utilising the moveable screens and seating Movie screen Performance space Screening Performance space Exhibition space Movie screen Interpretation Intimate seating Page 31

32 Town Entrance Gateways Design Intent Create entry spaces which are unique to Greymouth and provide legible entry points that direct people into the CBD Gateway sculptures frame CBD entrance Retain limited parking behind tree line Extend CBD paving treatment to Tainui memorial Retain pedestrian access Entry sign incorporated into extended stone wall Consistent low level planting to rail corridor edge Formalise vehicle entry & river edge carparks Key Outcomes A network of entry spaces which define the town centre Sculptural elements and massed planting that express Greymouth s cultural, heritage and natural landscape Incorporate all vehicles as well as better integrate pedestrians and cyclists through town gateways. Integration of pedestrian and cycle movements with enhanced vehicle connectivity. Location Plan Tainui Gateway Planted earth bunds & limestone walls reflect The Gap Planted earth bunds reflect The Gap. Remove parking Dedicated cycle lanes through upgraded intersection. (Final form of intersection to be confirmed) Eastern Gateway Bridge park as terminus of riverfront promenade Native trees to frame base of cliff Chief Tainui memorial & interpretive site Thin out trees to improve visibility of bridge & cliffs, replace with low level planting, retain heritage trees Boundary Street Rail Eastern Improve pedestrian connection to skate park Remove low level planting to improve visibility of skate park Integrate trees, shrub planting, seating & wayfinding signage to terminus of Mackay Street Planting & screening to end of existing canopy structure Tainui Additional street trees to frame intersection Continue street trees & CBD paving treatment along Warehouse frontage Upgrade street lighting & footpaths to reflect mainstreet palette Increase footprint of shrub planting in roundabout Make existing steps into an accessible ramp by removing one car park Ensure footpath treatments continue Legend Walkable routes Walkable routes Boundary Street Gateway Additional street trees to create clear terminus for Mackay Street Upgrade pocket park seating & furniture to reflect main street enhancements Rail Gateway across vehicle crossing Remove double stack car parks to create more generous space on corner Page 32

33 Town Entrance Gateways Tainui Gateway Entrance Entrance Wall Signature Tree Underplanting Signage Sculpture/Lighting Limestone rock will form an entrance wall holding mounded plantings Southern Rata trees will form a strong gateway into the CBD Form a red carpet entry into Greymouth, using low, ground cover plant species around the sculptures Corten steel set out from the limestone wall. Backlighting will enhance the signage at night Each Gateway enhanced by sculptural elements, highlighting the importance of the 4 Gateways as symbolic entries into the Greymouth CBD. Each sculptural element to be linked in terms of form, scale, materials and interpretation. Sculptures to reflect the principal of Real stories shaping real places Page 33

34 Discovery Centre Design Intent: To create a significant anchor development as a place of destination within Greymouth s CBD that will provide engagement between people and place and showcase the facility as a hub for innovation within the West Coast region Key Outcomes: The Discovery Centre and associated Innovation Hub will aspire to be a future focused, inspirational, integrated and engaged facility within the Western end of Greymouth s CBD Two potential locations to be considered include the terminus of Mackay Street on Māwhera Quay or alternatively on the western side of Boundary Street. Both locations would provide opportunities for direct pedestrian connections As a place of destination the Discovery Centre will promote engagement between people and place. By taking inspiration from the extraordinary natural environment of the West Coast and it s rich history, the hub will engage cutting edge technology to evoke innovation, renew pride of place and generate new directions for the West Coast region To create an anchor development that embodies sustainable design principles and long term operation and building management systems To create a commercially sustainable business model which will be achieved by incorporating Greymouth s current library services, historical archives and museum as anchor tenants. While also incorporating retail and service premises, as well as office space Potential to explore innovative methods of public-private partnerships, or variations of this model, could enable and nurture technology based start-up businesses Indicative perspective describing possible outcomes for the Discovery Centre Lookout Access River edge planting transitions to building edge Indicative section elevation describing possible outcomes for the Discovery Centre Page 34

35 Albert Mall Revitalisation Design Intent Revitalise Albert Mall area to create a more inviting and comfortable public space which is capable of supporting a greater range of activities Key Outcomes De-clutter the existing space, removing the large central planter in order to free up more usable space Utilise a large overhead canopy to create a space which provides protection for the wind and rain Work with surrounding businesses to identify opportunities for activation of this space Design Rationale A Legend Design Rationale Remove clutter to improve visibility and access Improve sight lines, visibility and into space and improve access along building edges Tie Albert Street into Mackay Street Revitalisation through materials A B Informal, play, sculpture, seating to define street edge Trees, fixed & moveable furniture to define street edge Concept Plan Mackay Street Integrate a wifi hotspot to complement the civic nature of this space B Flexible space, outdoor exhibitions 5 Location Plan Proposed Albert Mall Trees to frame the entrance of Albert Mall and tie into Mackay Street Revitalisation Existing under planting removed and replaced with Mackay Street planting palette Mackay Street exposed aggregate paving to extend into Albert Mall Street lights Moveable planters Potential for an outdoor reading room or pavilion Log stacked seating Shrub planting 6 5 Sculptural play elements to foster informal play 7 Perspective 8 9 Albert Mall Extent of works SCALE 1:200 AT A3 Page 35

36 Pedestrian Rail Link Design Intent To create an easily accessible and legible connection from the CBD to the major anchor tenants at the eastern end of the CBD, The Warehouse and Countdown Lower level fills in part of the uncovered transition between the station and the retail core Key Outcomes An accessible over bridge connecting Mackay Street to The Warehouse and Countdown Visible at the terminus of Mackay Street and seen as an extension of the main street shopping experience An overpass option is a more suitable scale of urban form than other options including an at grade connection or an underpass. The overpass connection would be supplemented with a purpose built at grade connection, located north of the train platform Location Plan Pedestrian Rail Link 2m Marian Lane Festival Square Main retail 25m Custom Street Mackay Street Train Station 5m high 45m Railway line 70m The Warehouse & Countdown car park Reused timber cladding Countdown Crystallised 3D forms Thumbnail describes the functions of the pedestrian rail link. the 70m length has been designed to consider rest intervals spaced appropriate to a gradient of 1:12 Indicative cross section illustrating the bridge structure Page 36

37 Cobden Cycle/Pedestrian Link Design Intent: A pedestrian and cycle link which directly connects the flood wall with the Cobden Bridge, providing a more direct and inviting connection with recreation and ecological reserves on the northern side of the Grey River River level indicator Key Outcomes: An iconic landmark providing a sense of arrival to those entering the CBD by train and travelling via SH6 and SH7 Utilise the innovation of local artists and engineering expertise to create a landmark structure Incorporate viewing platforms to take in broader views of the river mouth and surrounding hinterland (surrounding indigenous flora and fauna) Provide greater pedestrian and cycle connectivity with the Cobden community Location Plan Cobden Pedestrian/ Cycle Link This sculptural element sits within the middle of the bridge. This element rises and falls with the volume of flow from the river. Significant flooding events are recorded and as the River rises, the element illustrates how the current flow relates to historical events Walkway loosely clad in reused timber Reused timber facade to the bridge. Some panels to be painted, all timber to be treated accordingly to the climate Illustration describing the form of the ramp. Ramp will be 3m wide and 70m long in length with level intervals located appropriate to the 1:12 gradient Page 37