 Since this blog began we have been attempting to point out the disconnect between building height and development density. Our qualitative assessment of two inner urban areas of Brisbane (Newstead & Petrie Bight) showed the diametrically opposed urban form characteristics of each area (podium/tower high-rise type vs. low-rise perimeter block form) and offered some value judgements on the relative merits of each type in terms of the actual environment created for residents. Since then we have discovered a useful reinforcement of our judgement in a recent study which provides a quantitative assessment of ten world cities undertaken to inform a Structure Plan being prepared for Southbank (Melbourne). Key outcomes include : __HIGHER BUILDINGS DO NOT DELIVER HIGHER DENSITIES THAN MID-RISE BUILDINGS (up to 12 floors) __QUALITY OF STREET INTERFACE HAS A DIRECT RELATIONSHIP WITH BUILDING HEIGHT AND TYPOLOGY Go to this link to view the complete document which uses a comprehensive set of metrics to arrive at some interesting conclusions. http://www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/AboutMelbourne/ProjectsandInitiatives/MajorProjects/Documents/03_SouthbankStructurePlan%20Report_UrbanDensityStudy.pdf Here is a one page summary of the report.  It can also be viewed on-line at
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