Programmatic zoning separates exercise courts, contemplative gardens and exhibition plazas, supported by universal access, microclimate planting and solar-powered lighting, enabling intergenerational rituals,cultural storytelling and safe occupation from day into night
Analysis of Cabramatta’s multicultural CBD reveals vibrant markets but lacks green space, safe public realm and night-time activity, identifying Dutton Plaza’s rooftop car park as a key site for revitalisation.
Transforming Dutton Plaza’s rooftop car park into a vertical community park, the project applies biophilic, sustainable, and 15-minute city principles to program active and cultural zones linked as civic commons.
This elevation shows a layered, porous façade that integrates rooftop park and car park, using terraces, greenery, screens, and lighting to express program, enhance comfort, and establish a civic landmark.
Level Two forms an active exercise zone with jogging track, multi-use courts, shade planting, seating edges, accessible circulation, and solar-lit lighting, encouraging inclusive health, play, spectating, and safe day-to-night activity.
Level Three forms an active community garden and exhibition zone with Tai Chi court, game tables, shaded planting, rotating art wall, accessible circulation, and programmable lighting for inclusive day-night use.