HafenCity
by ASTOC , KEES CHRISTIAANSE in Hamburg, Germany
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Author ASTOC , KEES CHRISTIAANSE
City Hamburg
Country Germany
Year 2000
Program Mixed-Use District
Technical Info
Site area 1570000 sqm
Gfa 0 sqm
Density 3 far
Population density 16000 inh/ha
Home Units: 7500
Jobs 45000
Streetsroad: 0 %
Buildup: 1 %
NonBuild-up: 0 %
Residential 0 %
Business 0 %
Commercial 0 %
Civic 0 %
Description

    Mixed-Use Urban Quarter

     

  • The development is designed as a mixed-use urban quarter located on a former industrial site along the port.
  • The masterplan incorporates mixed land uses to stimulate economic activity and create a city center character for the region.
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    Diverse Housing and Urban Design

     

  • A variety of housing typologies will be developed near waterfronts and public green spaces, offering prime living locations.
  • The area is divided into several self-sufficient quarters, each with a human scale and distinct identity created through water features and vegetation areas.
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    Preservation and Connection to Water

     

  • Historic port structures will be preserved to maintain the site's industrial heritage.
  • Waterfront connections are enhanced by orienting buildings to ensure water views even for buildings located in the "second row."
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    Sustainability and Environmental Integration

     

  • Estuary habitats near the ports will be preserved, and environmentally compatible materials will be used in building construction.
  • Noise pollution from the port will be mitigated with well-insulated windows, and floorplans will place private areas away from the port.
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    Building Standards and Density

     

  • The development will feature dense urban design with perimeter blocks and high-rise buildings, similar to those in European cities.
  • The project has established its own Hafencity Eco Label to regulate the use of sustainable building materials like wood and wood-concrete composites.
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    Smart Mobility and Pedestrian Infrastructure

     

  • Smart mobility is a key focus, with a fine-grained network of urban spaces connected by robust pedestrian infrastructure to promote walkability.
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    Flood Protection and Topography

     

  • A new urban topography is introduced for flood protection, with buildings constructed on an artificial base known as the "Warft."
  • Streets and sidewalks are elevated, and promenades are located at the existing port level, with airtight walls and flood gates ensuring the city's daily activities remain unaffected by rising water levels.
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    Urban Nature and Green Spaces

     

  • The masterplan includes extensive urban nature, such as tree-lined avenues, fruit trees, and green fringes along promenades.
  • A designated “enclosed wilderness” will be featured in Lohsepark, enhancing the ecological diversity within the urban fabric.
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