Initial Ideas
Here, you will find early ideas and concept plans for the Mill Site Area Redevelopment Plan
This project is early days – we invite you to ask questions, share your thoughts, and let us know what you think. The feedback you give us will inspire and lead to the creation of a single approach to the Mill Site plan.
Keep scrolling to view and compare the different approaches, or click the link below for the full report.
First, some common ground.
There are three concepts for you to check out at this phase of the project. Each concept is built on a foundation that follows the Community Vision and Objectives, a singular Massing Strategy, A public Waterfront Strategy, and a deep rooting in Historical Foundations.
The three concepts demonstrate different ways that a similarly scaled mixed-use neighbourhood could be created.
- Community Vision and Objectives
The foundation for each concept is based on community vision and principles developed in earlier phases.
- Waterfront Strategy
During the open house on October 26, we asked participants to help build their dream waterfront. There were a few things that everyone had to keep in mind, and these form the basis for the waterfront strategy in every concept to follow:
Here’s what the existing waterfront looks like. We want to think big to imagine how it can become public, accessible, and a key destination for Kelowna and the region:
- Historical Foundations
Every concept is rooted in the history of this place. Here is a timeline that showcases some key memories and moments that lead us to the opportunity for a remarkable new community in Kelowna’s North End.
Next, let’s look at some differences…
Each of the concepts that follow present unique approaches to parks and open space, activation and place-making, and integration with the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Click the links to check out each concept in full.
The Concepts
Balance
A community with a balance of cultural, ecological, and industrial experiences.
Rhythm
A community with a rhythm of smaller parks that connect marsh to mountain.
Emphasis
A community with an emphasis on one big park that reaches from the centre to the lake.
