The Transformed Stormwater Park: Qunli
National Urban Wetland covers 34 hectares which is located on Harbin, China. The
main purpose of Qunli National Urban Wetland project is increasing rainwater
and flood management capacity. This Qunli National Urban Wetland provide leisure
facilities, the pedestrian road and public communication space for local
residents. The first picture shows the master plan of Qunli National Urban
Wetland.
The main issue in this area is water
pollution due to water treatment plant. This waste water would discharge into Cultural
Wetland Park. In addition, the water level fluctuation would more than 2 meters
between dry season and rainy season.
This project is a possible solution of
the flood disaster issues in cities. The flood disaster issues include economic,
water resources shortage and ecological aspects. The planning team provide
rainwater garden and stormwater collect system to solve flood disaster issues.
The planning team also design several
sightseeing platforms, five pavilions and two tourist towers in the site. The materials
of five pavilions cover bamboo, wood, stone, brick and metal. These facilities
provide innovative public space for local residents. The final pictures show the public
space.
Reference: Professional Awards Jury 2012, 'Transformed Stormwater Park: Qunli National Urban Wetland', <http://www.gooood.hk/Qunli-National-Urban-Wetland.htm>
