A look around the nature-centred community at Norwest Quarter
Creating a sustainable and nature-centred community was the focus for Mulpha when developing Norwest Quarter.
The first stage of the masterplan is being delivered in collaboration, with landscaping firm Aspect Studios, urban designers Terroir and environmental sustainability firm Finding Infinity, on board for the project north-west of the CBD.
Located within 400 metres of the Norwest Metro Station, two residential apartment buildings will first be constructed, along with more than 3,500 sqm of specially curated retail and commercial space that aims to house a full-floor commercial gym, fresh food grocer, medical services, and restaurants.
The slender residential towers with their small building footprints will allow for 70 percent of the site to be used for landscaping and amenity, setting a new benchmark in integrated urban design and community making.
Gently sloping landscaped grounds with scattered shade trees will lead up the stairs at the entry of Norwest Quarter to an open-air plaza with retail and outdoor dining, a nature based, informal play area, an amphitheatre for community events, and other landscaped areas.
“Our holistic approach to hassle-free, sustainable change extends to everything on site. We make it easy to access all the services you, your neighbours, visiting friends and family, and the local community might need,” said Mulpha.
Designed around mother nature, Norwest Quarter is home to an abundance of green open spaces, with outdoor seating, allowing residents to make the most of the connected outdoors.
Gracing the Podium’s lower ground level is the soaring Market Hall.
The retail area plans to house a curated mix of eateries, fine dining, services, and shops, with the thread of sustainability weaving its way through every aspect of the site.
Norwest Quarter hopes to attract retailers that champion a sustainable supply chain and advocate local produce, plastic-free retailing, zero waste and ethically sourced goods.
“By thinking through each element — such as reusable or BYO containers for bulk foods or take away, we can help protect the planet we love.”
The precinct will also feature communal gardens, home to organic vegetables gardens and worm farms, along with beehives producing Norwest Quarter honey. Bush care, beekeeping and gardening groups will also be setup within the community, which will be welcome for any interested resident to join.
With so much going on, Mulpha has designed a way for residents to stay connected to what’s going on with the Norwest Quarter community app. Residents will be able to download events to their personal calendar, make bookings, get alerts for local happenings, and even log native bird and animal sightings.
When complete, the Norwest Quarter masterplan will transform over 3.8 hectares of greenfield land into a vibrant village centre for over 2,000 residents.
Nine residential towers will be constructed within the community, with 864 apartments set to be delivered, along with 6,000 sqm of space provided for cafes, restaurants, neighbourhood shops and childcare facilities.