The Spit Redevelopment

Place Design Group

Aboriginal Nation

Yugambeh

Client

Gold Coast Waterways Authority

Location

Main Beach, Queensland

Jury comment

The Spit, on the Broadwater at Queensland’s Gold Coast, is a strong example of positive open space design within the context of foreshore infrastructure. The striking use of hard materials, the simplicity of design elements and the subtle use of colour bring a contemporary layer of thinking to an otherwise functional piece of engineering. The jury felt that the design insertions worked well within the coastal context and showed restraint in material choice to avoid overpowering the stunning landscape, while still providing clear accessibility and a variety of public viewing spaces. Landscape architect Place Design Group Masterplan implementation Gold Coast Waterways Authority Civil and structural engineer Michael Bale and Associates Architect Paul Ziukelis Architects Electrical and mechanical engineer MDA Consulting Engineers Photographer Ravens at Odds