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The structure of the Amagerfaelled development is defined by Urban islands which are delineated by a water course. These islands, of which there are five in total, create independent community clusters within the larger site and incorporate 2,000 homes, as well as shops, local schools, daycares and much more. Structures in the development are of a variety of height and density (from 2 to 7 storeys), providing shelter from southerly and westerly winds as well as maintaining optimal sunlight and maximizing views throughout.  Nature is placed at the heart and forefront of this development. All buildings are focused on green space with the goal of contributing to better quality of life.

Located in Hamburg Germany the project sits on a 124 hectare site. The site is to be developed on agricultural land and enables ‘place’ by connecting nature and development. Oberbillwerder incorporates many different elements to create a sustainable design approach

Overall there are three main components to note on the site.
Mobility Hubs:
    • There are 3 two-lane main roads that lead to the mobility hubs
    • These roads are limited to 30km/hr and include mixed vehicular traffic
    • The mobility hubs act a s starting point for each neighbourhood
    • They function as parking facilities but also include spaces for public and community uses tailored to its location on the site
    • They all have multi-functional greened flat roofs and are no farther than 250 meters from residential areas
Buildings/Housing: 
    • All buildings and housing in Oberbillwerder is limited to 1-4 stories
    • Housing is often mixed in blocks between apartments and townhouses
    • This allows for mixing of communities and demographics in the neighbourhood and varying uses of public space and courtyards
    • 70% of all roofs over 100 sq. meters are to be planted
Mixed Use:
    • The entire design of Oberbillwerder aims to create a mixed use strategy for all neighbourhoods
    • 5000-7000 sq meters of retail
    • 4000 Jobs
    • 116 hectares for schools
    • 4.5 hectares for activity space
    • 7000 housing units will be included on the site

Callout Information:

Public Space and Green Infrastructure
    • The entire green loop has a water retention of 25, 000 cubic meters (once in a century rainfall)
    • The total onsite retention is 44, 000 cubic meters
    • Sports fields on site are part of the system and able to flood and retain water during major rain storms (dotted line)

Landscape Cues
    • “Grid” system developed based on the layout of agricultural land
    • Northern end of the site has allotment gardens and much lower density buildings and lower height structures to create a smooth transition to existing landscape

Green Loop
    • Fully public space that goes across 15 hectares of land
    • Connects the entire development
    • Brings together public space, schools, residential, commercial etc.
    • Part of the water retention strategy as previously mentioned