Last autumn, 2011 I had an opportunity to visit Västra Hamnen area in Malmo, Sweden. What is so special about this district? - You may ask. It is extraordinary because this district is very sustainable: all newest technologies are used in the district; also it is different because the priority in this district is given to pedestrians and cyclists. Inhabitants are encouraged to leave cars outside the district area.
The Västra Hamnen started it’s development in 2001. First there was a small district built for housing exhibition with an idea to create people friendly district with the medieval city planning and low buildings. Also the area uses locally renewable energy sources. More information about area you can find in
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| The combination of pavement materials |
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| Details |
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| Difference of materials |
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| Low houses, extra space for summer activities |
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| There is also a space for birds houses:) |
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| Storage |
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| Higher buildings creates small walking corridors |
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| Entrance |
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| Colorful houses somehow is a modern interpretation of medieval city |
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| You cannot forget water and greenery in the living area |
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| Garden |
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| Playground |
My opinion about this district is only very good. The main difference between Västra Hamnen and Jakriborg is the architecture of houses. Västra Hamnen is charming because of it small and stylish living houses, when Jakriborg is just a copy of historical city. However, you cannot compare the prices of property between these two areas: houses in Västra Hamnen are much more expensive. Still who is going to argue with the classical phrase, that design needs victims:)
If you have plans to visit Malmo, definitely visit this area, even you aren’t an architect!
Cheers!
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