Greening the Gap
Transforming Ho Chi Minh City's dense spaces with landscape-based stormwater solutions supporting the social life of the city
Location
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Type
Proposal
Collaborator(s)
Sweco Denmark A/S
Client
-
Year
2019
Greening the Gap introduces innovative solutions to manage stormwater in a densely built urban environment.
This project showcases three distinct landscape-based solutions that not only tackle the pressing issue of stormwater management but also significantly enhance the social fabric of the city. By thoughtfully integrating lush green spaces, dynamic water features, and permeable surfaces, the design creates a sustainable, aesthetically pleasing urban landscape that invites community engagement and interaction.
These solutions aim to transform Ho Chi Minh City into a model of resilience and beauty, demonstrating how urban planning can harmoniously blend environmental responsibility with vibrant social life.
Swale with vegetation that can be found in the HCMC region. A permeable path made of natural stones connects the street with the sidewalk
"During the monsoon season, the streets can be flooded for days and it can be difficult to run my business"
- Local street food vendor in district 1, HCMC
Underground detention basin
Render of the trench constructed with recycled concrete. This design makes it possible for people to still use the space for various activities after heavy precipitation
Render of the rill constructed with recycled concrete.
The chippings all have the same grain size, to ensure water is able to penetrate, and pedestrians and motorbikes can easily navigate through and in the space
The three contextual solutions
Existing canal that has extra storage, that can be utilized during heavy precipitation
The trench is constructed with recycled concrete.
Trees planted on the side of the trench towards the sidewalk to provide shade