Bringing together infrastructure and public space

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    Project update August 2015 – Articulated Site: Water reservoirs as public park, Medellín, Colombia

    A disused water tank will be converted into an aquatic garden and contemplation bridge.

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    Project update August 2015 – Articulated Site: Water reservoirs as public park, Medellín, Colombia

    Groundwork is underway to construct an outdoor auditorium that will become a venue for a range of community activities.

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    Project update August 2015 – Articulated Site: Water reservoirs as public park, Medellín, Colombia

    The rooftop will also be accessible and provide flexible spaces that will stimulate community activities.

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    Project update August 2015 – Articulated Site: Water reservoirs as public park, Medellín, Colombia

    The construction technology is based on the use of available local materials and resources within a rationalized construction method, allowing active local knowledge with easy labor training programs, and promoting community participation in low-risk construction activities.

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    Project update August 2015 – Articulated Site: Water reservoirs as public park, Medellín, Colombia

    The public space and pre-existing elements are transformed to create an outdoor auditorium and venues for a range of community activities.

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    Project update August 2015 – Articulated Site: Water reservoirs as public park, Medellín, Colombia

    A hidden infrastructure within the city is opened up, made public, and transformed into a civic space.

The Global Holcim Awards Gold 2015 winning project is currently under construction in a hilltop neighborhood of Medellín. The urban remediation project is turning a de-commissioned water reservoir into civic space – enhancing the quality of life of many inhabitants.

The project forms part of a network of similar parks. Ten of the 14 sites will be completed by the end of 2015.

Last updated: August 05, 2015 Medellín, Colombia

The Global Holcim Awards Gold 2015 winning project is currently under construction in a hilltop neighborhood of Medellín. The urban remediation project is turning a de-commissioned water reservoir into civic space – enhancing the quality of life of many inhabitants.

The project forms part of a network of similar parks. Ten of the 14 sites will be completed by the end of 2015.