Water of the Leith - The ORC flood widening works removed the old high concrete wall adjacent to the river to create a natural amphitheatre across the river from Registry.

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University of Otago Central Campus Landscape Improvements Project

DCM Urban Design Limited Mike Moore Landscape Architect

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Castle St footpath – a flush surface policy was adopted to improve pedestrian accessibility through the campus, using contrasting pavers to break up large areas of hard paving.
Castle St footpath – a flush surface policy was adopted to improve pedestrian accessibility through the campus, using contrasting pavers to break up large areas of hard paving.

In May 2014 The University of Otago commissioned DCM Urban and Mike Moore Landscape Architects to prepare concept plans, detailed design documents and oversee construction works within the central area of the Dunedin campus.

Seating – large timber benches with backs were designed to allow for informal study or large groups of friends to gather at.
Seating – large timber benches with backs were designed to allow for informal study or large groups of friends to gather at.

Working for University of Otago and Jacobs NZ Ltd, DCM Urban and Mike Moore Landscape Architects prepared concept plans for an extensive overhaul of the central area of the Dunedin Campus. Detailed design documents, contract documents and site supervision were completed.

The design concepts built on a previous concept plan developed for the campus by Polis Group, updating and amending following consultation with key stakeholders. A key desire was to improve accessibility for all users and opening up the campus to improve pedestrian flows as well as integrating with an eclectic group of buildings. Over 12,000m2 of pavers were installed and over 5,000 plants using a mix of exotic and native species. Artwork was incorporated into the project including a striking sculpture by Paul Dibble.

Photo Credits: Michael McQueen

Union St and Paul Dibble – The design has a strong formal character, opening up long vistas and creating the opportunity for artwork to be installed at key intersections. Paul Dibble was commissioned to create a sculpture for the intersection of Castle and Union Walks.
Union St and Paul Dibble – The design has a strong formal character, opening up long vistas and creating the opportunity for artwork to be installed at key intersections. Paul Dibble was commissioned to create a sculpture for the intersection of Castle and Union Walks.
Image: uploads/2017_05/UoO_Seating_2.jpg
Image: uploads/2017_05/UoO_Castle_Street_footpath.jpg
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Water of the Leith - The ORC flood widening works removed the old high concrete wall adjacent to the river to create a natural amphitheatre across the river from Registry.
Castle St footpath – a flush surface policy was adopted to improve pedestrian accessibility through the campus, using contrasting pavers to break up large areas of hard paving.
Seating – large timber benches with backs were designed to allow for informal study or large groups of friends to gather at.
Union St and Paul Dibble – The design has a strong formal character, opening up long vistas and creating the opportunity for artwork to be installed at key intersections. Paul Dibble was commissioned to create a sculpture for the intersection of Castle and Union Walks.
Image: uploads/2017_05/UoO_Seating_2.jpg
Image: uploads/2017_05/UoO_Castle_Street_footpath.jpg
Elevated shot – large numbers of students walk along Castle Walk each day.
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