Learn to Ride Avondale

106 Architects provided a professional design and project management service for Auckland Council’s Whau Local Board, as part of a long-term community development plan. The vision was to re-activate an existing site and turn it into an “activity hub”. A “Learn to Ride” zone was the first stage for this community development. The idea was to provide multiple areas and zones for passive and formal learning activities. FACTS Resene Colour Award Winner – Landscape category. Unused sports surfaces were sustainably repurposed into active recreation play space. An informal play area development was chosen as a more effective approach compared to restrictive traditional rectangular box field designs. The use of colour and pattern weave character into the play spaces reflective of the local community stories and culture. Photographer: 106 Architects