City to Cove

The Hobart City to Cove Strategy is a plan for the most high-profile dilemma in Hobart – improving the connection between the city centre and the harbour. This project demanded a creative approach to problem solving and consideration of a range of options. It required analysis of pedestrian traffic movement, land use and commercial space, understanding of business and employment clusters in city centre precincts, tourist visitor movements and the likely impacts of street and public space changes to the precinct.

The purpose of the strategy was to analyse possible locations and to provide a range of concepts for improved pedestrian and cycling connection between the inner city and Sullivans Cove. The report reviewed the current access from the inner city to Sullivans Cove and other waterfront locations, as well the current limitations that exist.

TYPE Strategy | Analysis
LOCATION Hobart | AU

APPROACH

While outlining a number of substantial interventions to improve the connectivity between the City and Cove, we approached the site with two key recommendations in the short to medium term. The first was to widen the footbath and condense the vehicle carriage on Elizabeth Street between Collins Street and Franklin Wharf. This would vastly improve the experience for pedestrians and cyclists. The second was to create a link between Brooke Street and Franklin Square using escalators, stairs and a lift, creating a new connection under Davey Street. The proposal was highly regarded by Hobart City Council and provided ongoing direction for future city planning.

City to Cove

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