Mixed-use

dhk Architects delivers 5 Dock Road, completing a significant phase of the Canal District and Battery Park vision at the V&A Waterfront.The V&A Waterfront in Cape Town has become one of Africa's most successful mixed-use urban destinations, bringing together tourism, commerce, hospitality and public life within a highly connected waterfront precinct. At its gateway, the Canal District has emerged as an important urban link between the Waterfront, the Cape Town CBD and De Waterkant. Designed by dhk Architects, 5 Dock Road is the latest addition to this evolving precinct, completing the second phase of the Battery Park vision and demonstrating how residential development can contribute meaningfully to public life, connectivity and cit... More

At the Belgian coast, where sea, landscape and city converge, the Heldentoren introduces a new landmark while carefully reconnecting an important piece of the urban fabric. © Sarah Blee | Neutelings Riedijk Architects © Sarah Blee | Neutelings Riedijk Architects © Sempergreen The project occupies the former Casino Kursaal site in Knokke-Heist, overlooking the North Sea and the Heldenplein. Rather than treating the commission as the design of a residential tower alone, the ambition was to create an entire urban ensemble that strengthens the relationship between the town centre, the seafront promenade and the public square. Density becomes a means to improve the city, creating new public space, generous pedestri... More

 The development site is located on a planned street connecting Baitursynov Street and Honoré de Balzac Street through a residential district.Within a 15–20 minute walking radius are several of the city’s key landmarks: the Botanical Garden, the Yesentai River, Kazakh State Circus, Drama Theatre, Central Stadium, Satbayev Kazakh National Technical University, Republic Square, and the City Hall.The area is also surrounded by parks, green spaces, numerous educational institutions, and kindergartens. Caption  Composition. The site has a natural elevation difference of about 25 metres, and the district is built as a multi-level structure that follows it. Taller buildings face Bukhar Zhyrau Boulevard, and the d... More

Concept and Urban ConstraintThe project originates from a fundamental tension between regulatory constraints and spatial ambition. According to the local development plan, the site allows a building coverage of 40% with a floor area ratio of 2.5. However, when mandatory setbacks of approximately 12 meters from all sides are applied, the effective buildable zone is significantly reduced. In practice, only around 60% of the parcel remains available for construction, within which the full footprint must be organized. This condition defines a strict inner boundary — a geometric limit within which all volumes must be positioned. Rather than treating this as a limitation, the project adopts it as a generator of form. Caption From Mo... More

Life Hub @ Bund Central, a mixed-use complex comprising of a retail mall and a 180m-tall office tower, is a key component in the urban regeneration of the larger Hongkou Lot 18 in Shanghai. Yang Tao, Courtesy of DP Architects The project brief detailed the redevelopment of a 4.6ha city block to accommodate retail, commercial and cultural functions, which features Gongyi-Fang, one of the largest conserved in-situ ‘shiku-men’ neighbourhoods, as well as Shanghainese Cultural Centre and the Shanghai Literature Museum.  A Composed City Gallery Courtesy of DP Architects Courtesy of DP Architects Courtesy of DP Architects Along the south, the project anchors the junction of Haining Road and North Sichuan Roa... More

A Landmark in Sustainable Urban Regeneration for Singapore’s CBD A new landmark has emerged in Singapore’s Central Business District. Benoy is proud to unveil 18 Cross—a transformative mixed-use redevelopment that redefines urban renewal through adaptive reuse, heritage integration, and sustainable design. Tasked with architecture, landscape, wayfinding, interior design, and signage, Benoy collaborated with PAG (client), DCA (local architects), and Cundall (engineers) to bring this vision to life. Finbarr Fallon Finbarr Fallon A Site Rooted in the City’s Fabric Nestled at the intersection of Cross Street and pedestrian-friendly Nankin Road, 18 Cross spans 14,000 sqm, blending the old and new: conserved h... More

Winthrop Center has established a new benchmark for large-scale sustainable design. Located in Boston's Financial District, Winthrop Center gives new definition and vitality to this part of the city. The project includes over 1.8M sq. ft. of residential, office, and retail space. The office component is Passive House certified, making Winthrop Center the largest Passive House commercial building in the world. In addition, this portion of the tower is targeting LEED Platinum and WELL Gold, while the residential portion above is targeting LEED Gold. Winthrop Center seeks to enhance and revamp the existing Winthrop Square, creating new open space to serve Boston, and linking together several other adjacent outdoor spaces. A grand new public... More

The Noble offers 360 apartments in an amenity-rich building in Northern Liberties. The Noble is a 13-story, L-shaped residential tower located at the southern edge of Philadelphia’s Northern Liberties neighborhood. The project is directly adjacent to SEPTA’s Spring Garden Station and serves as the gateway of an emerging district connecting the Northern Liberties and Old City neighborhoods. The Noble is the first phase of what will eventually be a four parcel, mixed-use, pedestrian centric development. The building includes 360 apartments over structured parking and approximately 25,000 sq. ft. of retail. An activated ground level experience includes a pedestrian-friendly, tree-lined public plaza, and a two-story flagship fitne... More

Introduction Nestled in the heart of Stuttgart's city center, the Calwer Passage introduces lush greenery into the cityscape while preserving heritage-listed building sections. The greening of façades and rooftops establishes a high-quality urban space with a natural, healthy climate, providing an architectural answer to the climate change challenges. The rich diversity of species generates a vibrant and ever-changing appearance.  Architecturally distinctive, this pioneering project significantly enhances the resilience and appeal of the city. © HGEsch Project Description The redesign of the Calwer Passage involves the replacement of a 1970s building's upper volume with a new, lushly greened structure, while partia... More

DOXS NKLN will transform a former industrial recycling yard on the banks of the Neukölln Ship Canal in Berlin into a “Haven of Culture,” benefitting future users and the local community alike. In recent years, the area in the southern section of Berlin’s Sonnenallee has changed from a blind spot on the urban landscape to a dynamic location with multiple high-rise and mixed-use projects under construction. GRAFT GRAFT’s plans foresee an urban ensemble of three new buildings with attractive outdoor areas and a publicly accessible canalside promenade. The concept envisages a mixed-use development consisting of office and commercial units as well as educational and cultural facilities. Two elongated blocks an... More

The Pavilion by Rams is a 170-hectare mixed-use development in Erbil, Iraq, designed with a focus on sustainability and urban integration. The project incorporates reinforced concrete structures for seismic resistance and durability, while employing energy-efficient materials and advanced glazing systems for thermal performance. Residential components include villas and high-rise towers, complemented by commercial spaces, a hotel, and a shopping mall.  Dome+Partners Dome+Partners Dome+Partners Dome+Partners The design integrates a 320,000m² artificial lagoon , utilizing advanced water recycling systems for irrigation and cooling. Shaded promenades and tree-lined pathways enhance microclimate control, while cen... More

Nestled in the heart of Cape Town’s vibrant De Waterkant neighbourhood, Old Cape Quarter is an exemplar of thoughtful urban renewal and adaptive reuse design principles. The brief by Tower Property Fund was to revitalise the complex into a mixed-use hub including new retail and office spaces as well as 55 luxury apartments and penthouses. At the core of the development lies the protected Old Cape Quarter Piazza, a significant historical landmark that anchors the development in Cape Town’s rich past. ‍ Sean Gibson Our approach was to weave contemporary elements into the original structure, preserving its heritage and reviving the area with a high quality contemporary architectural insertion. The key objective for this a... More