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3.1
Design Principles
The principles outlined in the COSDM underpin successful design in Camden. These principles must
drive the design of every new and updated open space within the Camden LGA. The following principles
should be applied not as individual elements but rather as a group that when implemented will ensure that
community focused, safe, responsive and sustainable outcomes are achieved.
PLACE
BASED
NATURAL &
HOLISTIC &
SUSTAINABLE INTEGRATED
CREATIVE &
INNOVATIVE
The key to successful
In many cases our
Camden’s network
Camden has a long
open space is a deep
open spaces are the
tradition of creativity.
understanding of
primary expression
of open spaces is an
opportunity to create a
place. It is through the
of natural spaces
exploration of unique
in our everyday
local histories, cultures
and environments,
lives. It is critical
and by capturing
local knowledge
and experience
through meaningful
engagement with
communities, that truly
vibrant fit-for-purpose
places will be created.
that these spaces
are developed to be
open space system.
Each open
space contributes
to the creation of
Camden’s uniqueness
will continue to
resonate with
emerging communities
by embracing this
tradition in new and
natural systems and
Camden’s blue
and green grid,
habitat connectivity,
mitigating the effects
of a changing climate,
active
human health over
movement networks,
while embracing new
time. Camden’s
cultural identity and
expression,
technology and
creative
social development,
solutions to emerging
and the ongoing story
problems, embracing
of the communities of
craftsmanship and
Camden.
seeking to design
integrated into their
natural setting, and
in a way that sustains
open spaces are
one of our clearest
and most public
expression of our
choices to be socially
and environmentally
sustainable.
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holistic and integrated
innovative ways.
This must
be done by recognising
and respecting history
artful open spaces for
everyday life.
DESIGN PRINCIPLES
