Architect Behind Dubai's Six New Public Realm Projects Revealed
Landscape Middle East|September 2019
LWK+PARTNERS collaborates with the UAE’s Roads and Transport Authority to realise Dubai’s latest public realm projects
Architect Behind Dubai's Six New Public Realm Projects Revealed

The MENA Studio of Hong Kong-based practice LWK+PARTNERS has recently completed a unique package of urban engagement projects in collaboration with Dubai’s Roads and Transport authority RTA, that were approved at the end of April by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

LWK+PARTNERS were given the challenge to revitalise the cities’ public realm, mobility and permeability needs in partnership with RTA. The practice focused on the pedestrian experience and place-making, which can be achieved by utilising advanced integrated transport technology, and the activation of the public realm by inclusion of Public Art and improved mobility. The design brief highlighted the needs for better connectivity across the city and opportunities to create new destinations at strategically important locations. The six commissioned projects established an imperative of addressing the need for ‘Urban Transformation’ across the city of Dubai and making it more human-centric. The initiatives are aimed at enhancing the day-to-day happiness needs of the established communities in which they are located.

Working on the project was challenging, with both a tight time frame and a broader vision at its heart that need to be activated appropriately for a nation that constantly strives to improve and set new benchmarks around ‘liveability’ and relevance for its citizens and visitors alike.

Deira Plaza

In areas that face high traffic volume and congestion an attempt to encourage more vibrant Public Realm activities is needed to assist in mitigating the unfriendly pedestrian environment. Deira Plaza is designed to promote environmentally comfortable public spaces by offering an Urban Plaza programme, without compromising the much-needed vehicular parking facilities required by residents and visitors.

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