TYNEHEAD
Area
253,000 sq ft
Address
South Surrey, BC
Status
In progress
Project Overview
Formosis was retained to propose several possible scenarios to develop an approximately 323,000 sq ft site in south Surrey. The site is conveniently located near a Hwy 1 interchange and a major Regional Park. A grade separated pedestrian connection to the development was proposed to maximize the connection to this natural amenity.
We explored a strictly townhouse scheme, a mixed townhouse and 4-storey scheme, a 6-storey scheme, and a higher density masterplan scheme with the potential of joining with the neighboring sites to present a broader community-based development.
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An over-riding theme was to design a housing scheme where architecture and landscape are seamlessly integrated, offering a calm, grounded living environment. Homes are oriented toward natural vistas and softened by existing native planting, creating a sense of retreat. Just steps from a major Regional Park, residents would enjoy immediate access to expansive trails and open green space - while still being only minutes from the full range of urban amenities. It’s a rare balance of immersion in nature and everyday convenience.
Each scheme allowed for a heathy ratio of parking, amenity areas, both internal to each building and site wide. One edge of the site bordered a creek and required the requisite setbacks, which worked to visually broaden the outdoor play areas visually.