World Unique Building

The Newhall code provides clear requirements for shaping and detailing the public realm with mandatory built to lines, minimum building heights, parking solutions and construction specification. The code does, however, allow considerable freedom for architectural expression within these master plan geometries. There are no controls on elevational appearance other than placement of entrances, the requirement of passive surveillance and, where appropriate, active adges to public spaces. There is reliance on a consistent approach to the public realm, and a color and materials palette for building, to bring cohesion. Quality materials including hand made bricks, granite and slate are required and are estimated to only add a quarter per cent to construction costs. A color palette devised with artist Tom Porter for elevations, roof space, floor space and building openings is mandatory but has been enthusiastically endorsed by all.