Surf park for Melbourne from Damian Rogers and Arup
Damian Rogers Architecture, in partnership with Arup, has unveiled a concept for a beach and surf park for Melbourne’s Central Pier, Australia. The development would be based on a floating wave pool, with filtered water from Victoria Harbour, and a sandy beachfront.
Offering surfers a chance to catch waves between 1-1.8m (3-6ft) high, the heated wave pool would be one of several attractions in the 16,000sq m (172,222sq ft) development. Others include swimming, kayaking and beach soccer facilities. A grassy bank and a pavilion will provide retail and F&B space.
Arup’s Phil Carter said: “This would enhance the Docklands and attract people, events and businesses.” The development, if approved by Melbourne City Council and Places Victoria, would cost AU$8m (US$6.45m, E5.4m, £4.2m) and be privately funded. @arupgroup