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Saint-Petersburg, «New Holland Island» : the winner

Thursday 4 August 2011

The New York studio Workac have been selected for the reconversion of the 8 hectares of "New Holland Island", the former naval port of Saint-Petersburg. The project combines the creation of a public park and the reutilisation of old warehouses to create a new cultural hub for the city. An interior promenade connecting the roof-tops of the various warehouses will also enable the public to stroll around throughout the year.

Work ac (+ images)
Architecture Foundation

Source : WORKac wins the international competition for New Holland Island in St. Petersburg! - Work ac (+ images), Posted: Tuesday 2 August 2011
Winner Announced for New Holland Island Competition - Architecture Foundation, 2 août 2011

Tag : Europe / Waterfront : culture / leisure / Public spaces / Russia / Saint Petersburg

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