Central Otago District Council

Cromwell Town Square and Civic Facilities - Design Services

We are seeking a design team with a proven track record in urban design to follow on from the work already completed through community engagement, Cromwell Masterplan, Spatial Plan and the NMA workshops. The initial need is to assist in further defining a brief and suitable scope, which will then follow through to concept design options to be presented to the Board, business owners and Council to approve the next phases.
Given the projected future growth of Cromwell, the options agreed by Council all linked to enlarging the town centre public space creating a ‘town square’, allowing for more activation within the centre for the public and commercial realm. In creating a town square, there would be a need for some buildings to be demolished, along with significant refurbishment of the existing buildings, infrastructure, services and the urban landscape. There would be opportunities for new buildings, a reimagining of the town to bring vibrancy for locals and visitors alike. It was considered there will be opportunities for Council and business to work together to deliver a revitalised town centre that meet the needs of community, businesses and cater for future growth.