Anderson Road Quarry Rock Face & Quarry Park

“Bringing the Quarry Back to Nature”

Year: 2012

Client: Planning Department (Hong Kong) Ove Arup and Partners Hong Kong Ltd.

Location: East Kowloon, Hong Kong

Site Area: 17 ha

Awards: Certificate of Merit - Design Ideas Competition for Quarry Park & Rock Face, 2012

UDP International participated in the Anderson Road Quarry Design Ideas Competition for Quarry Park and Rock Face, commissioned by the Planning Department of the Hong Kong Government, and received a Merit Award for having an innovative and place-sensitive master plan concept. We used a place making and sustainable development approach with a focus of “People Place and Planet” when developing this master plan concept for Anderson Road Quarry. The concept of the proposed Rock Face & Quarry Park illustrates “bringing the quarry back to nature” based on the existing setting and context while introducing new elements and features to make Anderson Quarry a celebrated destination. We made careful considerations in aesthetics, functionality and sustainability both in the master plan and design elements of this project. The unique design reflects the historic and location significance of the Quarry itself. The overall environment would be enhanced through the use of recycled materials and green features aimed to transform the area into a popular destination among both Hong Kong Residents, and overseas visitors while improving the image and identity of the Quarry when viewed from a distance as well.

Facilities were designed to be built with rocks and aggregates excavated from the Quarry. A rock cavern hotel and tree house camping were also proposed within the Park to provide a unique hospitality experience for locals and visitors. In addition, an Adventure Park, which we designed to adhere to the landscape setting while providing a wide variety of activities, was suggested to provide a unique day or weekend outing for local and tourist families; and a great place for youth team building activities. Furthermore, allotments were provided at the Rock Face to resemble the farming terraces in Southeast Asia, introducing local residents and interested parties to the concept of community farming.