Queen’s Hill site used to be abandoned barracks.  It is now transformed into a vibrant, sustainable home to more than 12,000 families.

The project, Ph.1 & 5 of Queen’s Hill Site 1, is a public rental housing development consists of 6 nos. of domestic block, a retail hub and basement carpark. The central retail and communal green spine forms the heart of this all-comprising community which is well integrated with various play areas and recreational facilities, open plaza, gardens, artwork displays, and comprehensive covered walkway systems connecting the development with its surrounding areas. Timber and salvaged artifacts from felled trees and former barracks are recycled to become artworks, benches for community enjoyment and education.

Master planning was artfully articulated to minimise impact to surrounding villages and existing trees meanwhile maximise views.  Major public spaces and facilities are strategically planned along wind corridors to facilitate natural ventilation with aid of computer simulation.  Open layouts are applied to domestic flats, welfare facilities and market to allow flexibility to meet various needs along the life-long cycle while universal design caters for needs of different ages and physical conditions.

Energy saving and harvesting measures are considered in every aspect of building services design with promising performance in implementation.  Use of zero irrigation system, cut and fill balance of site formation and off-site prefabrication etc. minimise wastage and pollution.  BIM, 3D scanning etc. were applied to enhance accuracy, efficiency and integration of design and construction.

Queens Hill Estate interlinks with history, culture and transformation of Queen’s Hill. Queen’s Hill Phase 1&5 development serves a part in environmental friendly community for sustainable living.