Grønn og glad. A Community of All Beings

Team Point of View

Åkrehamn has a lot to offer and therefore can strengthen what is already there in first place. We try to preserve as much as possible for sustainable and respectful city planning. Central districts should contain various and climate consistent greenery. The role models URBAN BLOCK - VILLAGE VIBE - WATER SIDE refer to existing building types and differ in density, way of housing and outdoor spaces. To achieve togetherness within the town, superior meeting places are created. For smaller scale neighbourhood connectedness, community gardens in the blocks enhance local activities. Greenhouse situations enable people to be outside even though the tough weather conditions. All over the town, flow and living for animals must be assured. New planted trees and bushes helps them to find a safe home.

Jury Point of View

The project proposes a clear strategy to generate an urban centrality for Åkrehamn by developing and extending the existing North-South green belt into a clearly defined central spine. This structure, reaching all the way from the beach to the old harbour, connects the natural qualities that surround Åkra with a row of existing programs in the centre to create a common narrative. Although some specific situations proposed in this green belt do not seem easily realizable, the jury sees in it a narrative clear and strong enough to lead its gradual development, capable of giving Åkrehamn from the very moment an image of its missing centre.