A Seamless Blend of Urban Living & Lush Greenery

project team

Architect | Loucas Zahos Architects

Developer | Guavalime

Builder | Geocal Constructions

Location | 114-118 Racecourse Rd, Ascot QLD 4007

integrating landscape and architecture for an urban experience

Silk is a premier mixed-use development on Racecourse Road, seamlessly blending contemporary apartment living with dynamic commercial spaces. Positioned in the heart of the Ascot community, this development prioritizes an integrated landscape design that enhances both the built environment and the surrounding streetscape.

Citicene’s landscape strategy for Silk was driven by a vision to complement the architectural form while fostering a green, liveable environment. Vertical gardens at key entry points soften the interface between built and natural elements, reducing the visual impact of the structure and enriching the arrival experience.

View looking up internal green wall

enhancing sustainability and aesthetic appeal through vertical gardens

Vertical green walls play a pivotal role in enhancing the integration of landscape and architecture at Silk. Strategically placed across the development, these living walls not only contribute to the aesthetic appeal but also support the building’s sustainability goals.

By incorporating lush greenery on vertical surfaces, these green walls provide natural insulation, reduce heat, and improve air quality. They act as a dynamic visual feature, blending nature with the urban environment, while also offering residents and visitors a sense of calm and tranquillity amidst the vibrant urban area.

Close up of green wall vegetation

designed to reduce the overall impact of the built environment on human health and the natural environment

The streetscape design along Racecourse Road and Beatrice Terrace seamlessly integrates the development into its surroundings, aligning with the Racecourse Road Precinct SCIP (Suburban Centres Improvement Project) guidelines. This cohesive approach enhances connectivity, walkability, and the overall character of the urban streetscape.

Common recreation spaces across multiple levels provide high-quality open areas for residents. Podium gardens incorporate resilient plantings suited to the western sun and urban living conditions, ensuring long-term sustainability and comfort.

A curated selection of native and subtropical plant species ensures a resilient, low-maintenance landscape that thrives in Brisbane’s climate. Shaded concourses and walkways are framed by lush greenery, offering inviting spaces for movement and interaction. Through a balance of form, function, and sustainability, the landscape at Silk elevates the urban experience, reinforcing a strong connection between people, place, and nature.

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