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NAME RICHARD J. DURACK

COMPANY TOWNLAND CONSULTANTS LTD

CURRENT POSITION DIRECTOR / REGIONAL

YEAR OF BIRTH 1975

NATIONALITY AUSTRALIAN

KEY EXPERIENCE

Mr. Durack is a Director of TOWNLAND and an Urban and Regional Planner with extensive experience in both

strategic and site specific land use and development planning projects. He has provided inputs to a wide variety of

major projects for the Private Sector and Governments in Hong Kong, P.R. China, India, Indonesia and in a host of

other countries across the Region.

His work has encompassed a wide variety of land use circumstances, including residential, industrial, commercial

and mixed use area planning, tourism and leisure destination planning, major infrastructure development, urban

renewal/restructuring, strategic master planning and transport/pedestrian planning. He has established skills in the

research and analysis of planning issues, land use strategy formulation, option evaluation, institutional development,

interpretation and application of statutory and non-statutory policies and procedures, preparation of plans and

programmes for development and demographic analysis and forecasting for major urban development projects.

As Director / Regional, Mr. Durack focuses on the very important interface between our Regional Offices and the

TOWNLAND Group Head Quarters in Hong Kong and supplies land use and master planning inputs to a wide

range of multi - disciplinary projects in the Region. He is currently leading teams of Planners and Designers on

various strategic and site specific planning studies across the region.

In addition to his professional skills, Mr. Durack is actively involved in various Company management/strategy

teams, is a trained internal quality auditor under ISO 9001 and is a Director of Townland Consultants Private

Limited responsible for the management and direction of the India Office of the TOWNLAND Group.

Country Experience: Hong Kong , India, Mainland China (PRC), Indonesia, Australia, Benin - West Africa,

Bhutan, Cambodia, Cape Verde, East Timor, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Macau SAR, the Commonwealth

of the Northern Mariana Islands, the Philippines, Portugal, the Republic, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia,

the Ukraine, the United Kingdom, Uzbekistan and Vietnam.

EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

1998 Master of Urban and Regional Planning, The University of Queensland, Australia

1996 Bachelor of Arts (Planning and Government), The University of Queensland, Australia

1999 Member of the Planning Institute of Australia (MPIA)

1995 Mandarin Chinese (Elementary), Institute of Modern Languages, University of

Queensland.

RICHARD J. DURACK


EXPERIENCE RECORD

1999 - To date Director (Regional) - Townland Consultants Limited

PROJECTS: REGION (EXCLUDING INDIA, MAINLAND CHINA, INDONESIA

AND HONG KONG)

Integrated Resort and Casino Development in Savannakhet (300ha), Lao People's

Democratic Republic, Macau Legend Development Limited

Project Director on a Project preparing a Conceptual Master Plan for an Integrated

Resort Complex Development on a 300 hectare Site in Savannahket, Laos. The

Development comprises an Integrated Resort incorporating a 5 Star Casino Resort Hotel

which features luxury Rooms, Suites and Villas with their own Clubhouse, state of the art

Gaming Facilities, integrated Retail, Food and Beverage offerings, a Wedding Chapel, a

large Resort Pool and Recreation Complex and a Waterfront Bar/Nightclub; an

Entertainment Complex providing a venue for Boxing Matches, Performances and

Concerts; a Retail & Entertainment Village offering shopping, restaurant and other

entertainment opportunities in an indoor/outdoor format; a Medical Tourism Facility

offering health care and wellness services; two World Class Golf Courses to cater to the

boom in Asian golf culture and designed in Resort and Championship formats, supported

by a Golf Driving Range and a comprehensive Clubhouse; a Floating Restaurant, Bar and

Cultural Performance Venue and a host of Nature Based Activities within an extensive

network of open spaces.

Setúbal Integrated Tourism Development (8.7ha), Portugal, Macau Legend Developmet

Limited

Project Director on a Project preparing a Master Plan for an Integrated Leisure, Tourism

and Entertainment Destination on 8.7 Hectares of waterfront land in the Setúbal

Municipality in Lisbon, Portugal. Proposed uses within the Project include a Retail

Village with Collaborative Offices above at the Gateway of the Project, which ties in

with the adjacent and well known Fish Market (Mercado do Livramento ), a 5 Star

Casino Hotel, a 4 Star Hotel and Apartments, a Marina with active Retail, Food and

Beverage Facilities incorporated in the podium along the Waterfront Promenade, a

Cultural Complex, a Hot Market & Grocery Store and a Water Taxi / Ferry Terminal

which links to the Troia Hotel and Casino across the water. Upon development, the

Project will promote tourism and investment in Setúbal and will be the centrepiece of a

substantial transformation of the waterfront in the Municipality. The layout adopted for

the Project is a hybrid orthagonal and fluid design which draws from the surrounding

urban fabric and represents a modern development influenced by the water.

Integrated Casino Resort Destination (+/-160 ha) on Saipan Island, Commonwealth of the

Northern Mariana Islands, Imperial Pacific International Holdings

Project Director on a Project preparing a Conceptual Master Plan for a ± 160 ha

Integrated Casino Resort Destination on Saipan Island, Northern Mariana. Upon

development, the Integrated Casino Resort will comprise of a variety of 5 and 6 star

Hotels; Casino / Gaming Facilities; Villas; a Water Park; Shopping and Food &

Beverage Outlets; Convention and Exhibition Facilities; and Additional Uses and

Attractions which will contribute to the development of a World Class Integrated Resort

Destination on Saipan.

Integrated Casino Resort, Incheon, South Korea, Imperial Pacific International

Holdings

Project Director for a Project which prepared a Master Plan and Concept Architectural

Design as part of a bid by Client to secure a Casino License in South Korea. A

comprehensive Integrated Resort was proposed on a site near the Incheon International

Airport which was proposed to comprise of: a 5-star Hotel and Serviced Residences, a

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EXPERIENCE RECORD (Cont'd)


Convention centre, an Indoor Performance Arena, a large Indoor Theme Park, a Casino,

a Shopping Centre and a comprehensive Spa and Skin Care Clinic. Upon development,

the Project is intended to help support the South Korean Government‟s policy goal of

attracting 20 million inbound visitors by 2017 and increasing domestic tourism demand.

Integrated Resort and Casino Development in Praia, Republic of Cape Verde, Macau

Legend Development Limited

Project Director on a Project preparing a Conceptual Master Plan and Full Service

Landscape Design from Conceptual through to Tender Documentation and Construction

for an Integrated Resort and Casino Development on the Islet of Santa Maria and on a

section of the Gamboa Beachfront (approx. 16 hectares in extent) in Praia, Cape Verde.

The Development comprises of Office Use, a Casino Hotel (150 Rooms), a Walled City

(Fort) on the Islet of Santa Maria comprising of a Boutique Hotel (50 rooms), a Retail

Spine centred around a pedestrian environment, a Cultural Centre, Convention &

Exhibition Facilities, a Catholic Church and a Marina. Adding to the attractiveness of

Cape Verde as an international tourism destination, the objectives of the Project were to:

create a Key Tourism Node in Praia: through the introduction of activities which will

appeal to local, regional and international tourists and in particular higher spending and

longer staying tourists; capitalize on the Unique Natural Attributes of the Site Location:

including the Sites‟ extensive sea frontages and island environment; and incorporate a

Diverse Programme of Activities: including quality oriented tourism related uses which

will deepen the attraction of Praia as a competitive destination and which will create a

vibrant, year round destination.

Integrated Resort and Casino Development, Siem Reap (2,000ha), Cambodia,

Confidential Client

Project Director on a Project preparing a Preliminary Conceptual Master Plan for an

2,000 hectare+ Integrated Casino Resort Development in Siem Reap, Cambodia. The

Resort will cater to a wide range of tourists from high-end luxury travellers to mid-range

families on vacation. The elements of our Vision include: Integrated Hotel Casinos,

Resort Hotel & Villas, a Water Theme Park, Historical and Cultural Activities, Sports

Centre & Academies, Medical Tourism Facilities, a Retail & Entertainment Village, Golf

Courses, Areas for Residential Living, Nature & River Activities, Agri-Tourism

Facilities, Training & Employment Oppportunities, Reprovision Area and Utilities &

Supporting Facilities.

Preliminary Conceptual Master Layout Planning for +/-482 Hectare Site on Tinian

Island, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Mega Stars Overseas Limited

Project Director on a Study developing a Conceptual Master Layout Plan for an

Integrated Resort on 482 hectares of land on Tinian Island, comprising of two world

class Golf Courses, a High End Villa Hotel (6 Star) comprising of 20-30 Villas, a Mid-

High End Hotel (4-5 Stars) of 300-400 Rooms, a Retail / Dining Village, an Agricultural

Cultivation Zone which will provide a source of quality food for the Hotels on the Island

and a host of additional attractions which will contribute to the development of a

Destination on Tinian Island.

RICHARD J. DURACK



Preliminary Site Investigations for Integrated Casino Resort Development, Crimea,

Ukraine, Legend Development Company Limited

The Ukrainian Government approached Legend Development Company Limited to

invest in the establishment of the first Integrated Gambling Zone within Eastern Europe.

Invited by our Client to be part of their delegation on a fact finding visit to the Ukraine,

the role was to investigate and evaluate the suitability of five possible Sites on the

southern coast of the Crimea situated on the Black Sea with the vision of developing one

of the Sites into a World-Class Integrated Tourism Resort destination within Europe.

Route des Peches - Integrated Coastal Development Project (3,589 ha), Benin, West

Africa, Legend Development Company Limited (In Progress)

Project Director on a Study developing a Conceptual Master Layout Plan for a

comprehensive and World class mixed-use / tourism resort destination along a Site of

3,589 hectares referred to as the „Route de Peches‟ in the Coastal Region of Benin. This

Project is the result of the Government of Benin‟s desire to develop and invest in the

tourism sector in Benin as a key pillar of its economic development strategy. Based on

the concept of leisure, culture and nature, the Project will create a new standard of

Tourism for Benin through the introduction of a diverse range of land uses including 4

and 5 Star Beach and Lagoon Front Resort Hotels, a Marine Village, Cultural Villages,

Golf Courses, a Wildlife Park and Plotted Villa Development. These uses will appeal to

local, regional and international tourists as well as catering to the day to day needs of the

local population in Benin.

Macau Fisherman’s Wharf (12ha) – Conceptualisation of Future Development, Macau,

Macau Fisherman’s Wharf International Investment Limited

Project Director on a Project commissioned to prepare a 3 Dimensional Animation

(Flythrough), Bird‟s Eye Views and Perspectives for the Macau Fisherman‟s Wharf

Project. The Macau Fisherman's Wharf is a major new development in a City that has

grown through its unique mix of tourism and trade. The Project is to become a new focus

for hotel, casino, retail, restaurants and entertainment uses adjacent to the existing Macau

Ferry Terminal, the point where the majority of visitors from Hong Kong arrive. The

buildings within the Macau Fisherman‟s Wharf were modelled based on a collection of

information/materials provided by the Client and their Architects including master plans,

elevations, sections, floor plans, CAD files and sketches, with improvisation where

necessary. In addition to the modelling of existing and planned buildings within the

Project, TOWNLAND‟s role was also to assist with broad Concept Architectural Design

and Interior Design of selected buildings within the Project which included two new

themed hotels.

Integrated Development Project, N.E. Tunisia, Legend Development Company Limited

Project Manager and Land Use Planner on a Project preparing a Conceptual Master Plan

for a mixed use development on a Site comprising a portion of Zembra Island (110ha.) to

the east of Tunis and an area of around 1,000 hectares of coastline on the mainland to the

west of Sidi Daoud. The Project is proposed to comprise a comprehensive tourism

development to include hotels/resorts, spa/health/medical tourism facilities, golf courses,

conference facilities, marinas, casinos and other recreation and entertainment facilities,

residential (holiday/second homes) and supporting retail development and is intended to

assist in the positioning of Tunisia as a high end tourism and leisure destination.

RICHARD J. DURACK



Conceptual Master Layout Planning for a Comprehensive Tourism Resort Development at

Lang Van, Danang City, Vietnam, Legend Development Company Limited

Project Director and Land Use Planner for a Project which prepared a Conceptual Master

Layout Plan for a high quality recreational, tourism and resort destination with supporting

real estate development along an area of beachfront comprising some 300 ha. of land at

Lang Van, Danang City, Vietnam. The Development will comprise a series of destination

themes including, inter alia, casino development, beachfront resort hotels, commercial /

retail development, mountain-view and waterfront villas and condominiums, a marina, an

international cruise terminal and a World Class 18 hole Golf Course.

Tourism Resort Development in 3 Bays at Ponta Fatossidi for Tourism Destinations &

Supporting Uses (500 ha.), East Timor, Legend Development Co. Limited

Project Manager and Urban Planner for a series of tourist destinations including resorts

and associated facilities which are proposed to be developed on 500ha. (approx) of land

in 3 Bays to the north-east of Dili, East Timor. Upon development, a vibrant tourism

activity centre will be created providing for uses such as cafes, restaurants, bars,

nightclubs and retail shops for tourists and visitors to the area, fringed by exclusive

resorts, an entertainment complex and casino, lower intensity resort developments, an

international standard golf course, a marina and private oceanfront golf course

residences.

Tourism Resort Development in Praia, San Tiago Island (40ha.), Republic of Cape

Verde, Private Sector

Project Manager and Tourism Planner on a Project to develop a high quality resort

destination along an area of beachfront and an Island along the southern coastline of

Praia, Republic of Cape Verde comprising a total of 40ha. (approx) of development. The

Resort was proposed to comprise a series of resort complexes based on the themes,

influences and signature architecture of a variety of popular Asian resort destinations (i.e.

Thailand, Indonesia (Bali) and Malaysia) in addition to recreation and entertainment

complexes, a marina and yacht club comprising a 5 Star Resort Hotel, Low Density

Condominium Development, landscaped parks, and Restaurants, Cafes & Bars along the

waterfront and other tourism related facilities. A Conceptual Master Layout Plan was

prepared for the development to realize the Client‟s vision having regard to future

marketability and viability, integration with the future development context (in Cape

Verde and Praia City) and overall sustainability.

Jeju International Cultural Park, Jeju Island (80ha.), South Korea, Private Sector

Project Manager and Tourism Planner for a Stage 1 Preliminary Feasibility Study and

Preliminary Conceptual Master Layout Plan Project for the Jeju International Cultural

Park (JICP), a 80ha. Theme Park on Jeju Island, South Korea. The JICP Site is located

within a 400ha. Comprehensive Theme Park zone on Jeju Island and is located adjacent

to various attractions planned by other investors. Upon development, the JICP will

become an integral attraction within the Theme Park Zone, showcasing a variety of

cuisine, beverages, culture and entertainment focused around international cultural

pavilions/enclaves themed on a variety of countries including Mainland China, Korea, the

Asia Pacific, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The Preliminary

Feasibility Study assessed the viability for the establishment of the JICP as a first step

towards preparing a full Feasibility Study for the JICP in Stage 2. The Preliminary

Conceptual Master Plan was prepared in parallel and will set out the physical layout of

the major pavilions and China Town including the proposed sequence of pavilions and

other facilities, their size, shape and capacity.

RICHARD J. DURACK



Conceptual Master Layout Planning and Regulatory Detail Planning for Chaiyi and

Tainan Stations, Taiwan, Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation

Project Manager and Land Use Planner on a Project preparing Conceptual Master Layout

Plans and Regulatory Detail Planning for two key stations (Chaiyi and Tainan Stations)

on the Taiwan High Speed Rail Line. This Station Area Project developed the theme of

“Sustainable Eco-City Community Development”.

Royal Bali Casino and Resort, Bali, Indonesia, Private Sector

Project Manager on a Preliminary Concept Study, which prepared a Master Layout Plan

for a proposed casino, theme park, hotel and marina development on Nusa Penida Island

in Bali. The development is proposed to incorporate a world class Casino, supported by

three 18 hole golf courses, a convention / exhibition centre, a series of themed hotels, an

outdoor theme park and elephant sanctum, a marina, floating restaurants and high end

retirement houses.

Lamp Thong City Casino and Theme Park/ Convention Centre, Southern Thailand,

Private Sector

Project Manager on a Master Development Plan for a 1,000ha. site at the Thai border

with Malaysia. The Master Development Plan encompassed a comprehensive tourism

and leisure destination including Casinos, 5-star Hotels, an Exhibition and Convention

Centre, Land and Water Feature Theme Parks, a Golf Club/ Course, a Health Care Resort

and Retirement Village.

ADB TA No. 3781: Preparing a Comprehensive Medium Term Strategy for Improving

the Living Standards of the People of Uzbekistan, Asian Development Bank

TOWNLAND was commissioned by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to lead a key

Poverty Reduction Study in Uzbekistan, which is provide a platform for the ADB's

lending strategy to the Country. The goal of the Study was to assist the Government to

prepare a medium-term strategy to reduce poverty and improve the living standards of the

Uzbek people, with a particular emphasis on low-income, vulnerable and socially

excluded groups of society. The Study produced a range of outputs including: (i) a

medium-term living standards strategy (ii) monitoring/evaluation mechanisms to track the

Government's progress in relation to the effectiveness of poverty reduction policies; and

(iii) an enhanced capability of key policy makers on pro-poor growth strategies and

social policy. As Project Manager for TOWNLAND, Mr. Durack was responsible for all

components of the tender process including undertaking a fact finding mission in

Uzbekistan, formulation of the team, writing of the technical proposal and preparation

and negotiation of all contractual matters with the ADB and Sub-consultants. He also

assisted the Team Leader in the day-to-day management of the Contract.

PROJECTS: INDIA

Conceptual Master Planning for Mixed Use Township Development at Bayer (40 ha)

and Clariant (20 ha), Thane, India, Kalpataru Properties Pvt. Limited

Project Director and Land Use Planner on a Project preparing a Master Plan and Urban

Design for the redevelopment of two former industrial sites (1.3 million sq.m. built up

area) in Thane, India. The mixture of land uses planned for the Site, which include

residential apartments, retail and hospitality uses, offices and civic facilities, combined

with a high Floor Space Index (Plot Ratio), forms the inspiration to plan the Sites

according to the New Urbanism principles of the „Urban Village‟. The careful integration

of the extensive existing tree cover into the new urban fabric will give the Developments

another unique spatial quality.

RICHARD J. DURACK



Conceptual Master Layout Planning for Township (1,649 ha) in Surat, India, Kalpataru

Properties Pvt. Limited

Project Director on a Project commissioned to give shape to Client's Vision for the

development of the largest Township in Gujarat, being a 1,649 ha. development on the

outskirts of the City, near the City Airport and the scenic Mindhola River. The Township

provides for a wide variety of residential neighbourhoods for all income groups, mixed

use shopping areas, a commercial district, and plenty of space for a network of green

parks and waterways. The network of corridor parks and waterways, the large Central

Park and an Eco-Park are a part of the unique riverside development and are some of the

elements that will help to give the Township the image of „Gujarat‟s Eco-City of the 21st

Century‟. The well balanced mixture of lifestyle, business, entertainment and green

recreation will provide a leisure destination for people from all over southern Gujarat.

Master Planning for the Kharghar Hill Plateau “Centre of Innovation and Excellence”,

Navi Mumbai, India, Indiabulls Real Estate Limited

Project Director on a Study commissioned by Indiabulls Real Estate Limited to prepare a

Master Plan for the development of the Kharghar Hill Plateau. The Project was in

response to a Tender set out by CIDCO for a theme-based, eco-friendly development of

the Kharghar Hill Plateau. Keeping in mind CIDCO‟s objective and India‟s dominance as

a knowledge based economy, the development of a World-class Campus on the Site was

proposed as a “Centre of Innovation and Excellence”. Four main elements for the Centre

were proposed: a Centre for Advanced Medical and Biotechnology Research; a Centre

for Education and Continuous Learning; a Centre for Applied Research and Technology;

and a community of high end villas and apartments to be set in the undulating hills. The

Campus will provide World class facilities for advanced research, education and

healthcare that will catalyze the transformation of Navi Mumbai into „The Knowledge

City‟. The design of the Master Plan mimics the natural landscape in which it is set,

incorporating the highest standards in eco-friendly design.

Conceptual Architectural Design for the Proposed Commercial Complex for The Delhi

Dwarka Depot Building, Delhi, India, Delhi Airport Metro Express Pvt Ltd (a subsidiary

of Reliance ADA)

Project Director on a Project which prepared Conceptual Architectural Design for a

proposed high end shopping mall complex, to comprise a host of retail shops, restaurants,

a multiplex and offices.

Review and Reworking of Retail Areas in New Delhi Station & Shivaji Stadium Station,

Delhi, India, Delhi Airport Metro Express Pvt Ltd (a subsidiary of Reliance ADA)

Project Director on a Project which undertook a review of the proposed retail areas

within New Delhi Station and Shivaji Stadium Station on the Airport Express Rail Link

and the preparation of Concept Architectural Design for these areas. The Stations are

both underground, and will contain food, retail and beverage related outlets.

Concept Architecture for Various Mass Rapid Transit System Stations Along the

Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar Corridor, India, Mumbai Metro One Pvt Limited (A

Subsidiary of Reliance ADA Limited)

Project Director on a Project commissioned by a Consortium formed by Reliance ADA

Limited along with Veolia Transport, France and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region

Development Authority (MMRDA) to develop two standard designs for the development

of various Stations along the Versova-Andheri-Ghatkopar Metro in Mumbai. In addition,

designs for three landmark Stations were prepared to act as signature buildings for the

new railway line.

RICHARD J. DURACK



Master Layout Planning, Conceptual Landscape Design and Concept Architectural

Design for the “Cyber Enclave - Elena Park” Mixed Use Project, Cyberabad,

Hyderabad, India, IVR Prime Urban Developers Ltd

Project Director on a Project commissioned by IVR Prime Urban Developers Ltd to give

shape to its Vision for the 4.7 ha. approx Cyber Enclave Project in Hyderabad, India to

be known as "Elena Park", to comprise Residential (Luxury Condominiums, Penthouses

and a supporting Club House) and Commercial (IT Park and All Suites Hotel) uses to

comprise a Total Built Up Area of 168,149 sq.m. of Gross Floor Area. This high end

development was designed such that it is self-contained and gated and features extensive

green spaces and a range of facilities to include a world class clubhouse, gymnasium, a

swimming pool, open pavilions, seating and water features, childrens' play areas and car

parking to cater to the needs of residents and visitors.

Master Planning for International Lifestyle City, Navi Mumbai, India, Krosslink

Infrastructure Limited

Project Director and Land Use Planner on a Project to create a mixed use development in

the vicinity of Navi Mumbai, on a site comprising 506 ha. of land for Structure Planning

purposes and 304 ha. of land for Master Planning purposes. The aim of the Project is to

create a modern Township comprising residential development, higher education

facilities and supporting health, recreation and commercial facilities, catering to an elite

target market.

Aerotropolis (1,416 ha.), Punjab, India, Bengal Aerotropolis Projects Limited

Project Director and Land Use Planner on a Project transforming a 1,416 ha. Site in

Punjab, into a comprehensive “Aerotropolis”, comprising a new Airport and supported

by an Industrial and Logistics Zone, an Information Technology Hub, an Institutional

Zone and complementary Township Development for 100,000+ people and modern

supporting facilities including Educational and Medical Institutions, a comprehensive

Shopping and Leisure Centre, a Theme Park and a First Class Golf Course.

Master Layout Planning & Development Planning for Dharavi Redevelopment Project,

Mumbai, India, Kalpataru Properties Pvt. Limited

Project Director and Land Use Planner for a Study commissioned by Kalpataru Properties

Pvt. Ltd to give shape to its vision for the redevelopment of the 236 ha. Dharavi Slum Area

(the Site) in Mumbai, accommodating some 57,000 families. The Project is a response to

the Government of Maharasthra‟s comprehensive slum rehabilitation scheme for the Site

which envisages the emergence of a modern residential and commercial community

comprising resettlement housing, new employment opportunities and supporting amenities

for slum dwellers, together with market focused commercial and residential uses. The

Project is envisaged as a unique and self sustaining centre in Mumbai and provides for both

the physical infrastructure for resettlement in addition to comprehensive measures for

rehabilitation, to include new and state of the art healthcare facilities, education institutions

and new opportunities for income generation.

Concept Master Layout Planning & Development Planning for a 275 ha. Multi-Use Township Project in Chennai / India, IVR Prime Urban Developers Limited Project Director on a Project which prepared a Master Plan for an Integrated Multi-Use Township of 275 ha. at Sriperumbudur, near Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. The objective of the Project was to establish an Integrated Township which will house a variety of uses including residential, recreational, industrial and commercial, all within close proximity to various existing SEZ‟s and industrial development and also less than 50 kilometres from the City Centre of Chennai.

RICHARD J. DURACK



Bidadi Integrated Township Project (2,500 ha.), Bangalore Metropolitan Area, India, Reliance Energy Limited / Reliance Infocomm Infrastructure Private Limited Project Manager and Land Use Planner on a Project commissioned by Reliance Energy Limited and Reliance Infocomm Infrastructure Private Limited to prepare a tender bid for the 2,500 ha. Bidadi Integrated Township Project (BITP), the first of five Integrated Township Projects conceived by the Bangalore Metropolitan Region Development Authority (BMRDA) to relieve pressure on the Bangalore Metropolitan Area. The BITP is located 40 km south of Bangalore and was proposed to be developed into an independent, self-contained and eco-friendly new Township supported by high quality infrastructure and services. The Bidadi Integrated Township was envisaged as a vibrant World Class Township with efficient commercial, residential and other components built on a comprehensive Master Plan.

Master Planning for Central Business District (4 ha.), Asansol Town, West Bengal,

India, Bengal Shristi Infrastructure Development Ltd / Asansol Durgapur Development

Authority

Land Use Planner on a Study which prepared a comprehensive Master Layout Plan, a

Conceptual Landscape Master Plan and Broad Urban Design Guidelines for a Central

Business District (CBD) on 10 acres (4 ha.) of land for the Asansol Durgapur

Development Authority. The Asansol CBD area is intended to become a vibrant and

modern mixed use down town area and is envisaged as a landmark project for the future

of Asansol City. The CBD provided a range of civic and other amenities including Retail

and Commercial Development, Government Institutional Facilities, Serviced Residential

and Hotel Development and Food and Beverage Outlets. A strong emphasis was placed

on the retention and adaptive reuse of architecturally and historically significant buildings

on the Site in addition to the creation of a pedestrian friendly and green environment

featuring city squares and park as signature leisure spaces for the people of Asansol.

Aerotropolis (800 ha.), West Bengal, India, Pragati Social Infrastructure &

Development Limited

Project Manager and Land Use Planner on a Project transforming an 800 ha (approx)

Site in the vicinity of Asansol, West Bengal into a comprehensive “Aerotropolis”,

comprising of a new Airport, an Industrial and Logistics Zone, an IT Hub, an

Institutional Zone and complementary Township Development for 150,000 people

providing quality housing for people from all social strata and modern supporting

facilities including state-of the art Educational and Medical Institutions, a comprehensive

Shopping and Leisure Centre, a Theme Park and a First Class Golf Course.

Master Planning for IT Park (40ha.) in Nagpur, Maharashtra, India, Shapoorji Pallonji

& Co. Limited

Project Manager and Planner for a comprehensive IT Park being developed as a

component of the SEZ at the new Multimodal International Passenger and Cargo Hub at

Nagpur‟s International Airport. The IT-Park is envisaged as the first Site to be developed

within an IT oriented City which will house a variety of related businesses including call

centres, data centres, software production houses, animations studios and the like. In

order to meet a variety of future development scenarios, a Master Plan was developed

which is highly flexible for future tenants, without their being allowed to compromise on

the spatial and visual unity of the development. A grid pattern layout, a modular building

system and a raised landscape with communal car parking, created an effective

framework for the development of this high profile IT Park.

RICHARD J. DURACK



“Growth Centre” at Shantiniketan, Bolpur, West Bengal, India, Shantiniketan

Infrastructure Pvt Limited

Project Manager and Planner on a Study which prepared a Master Layout Plan, Urban

Design Guidelines and Landscape Design for the proposed “Growth Centre” at

Shantiniketan, Bolpur, West Bengal. The Project – a joint venture between West Bengal

Industrial Infrastructure Corporation (WBIIDC), and a private Consortium of Developers-

was envisaged as a “Centre of Learning & Implementation, Health & Lifestyle” while

drawing from social, spiritual and environmental perspectives. Uses such as non-polluting

Industrial Units, a Boarding School, a Business School, a Hospital, a Nursing College, Post

Operative Care Accommodation, a Senior Citizens‟ Serviced Residency, Sports and

Community Centres and Residential Units for low, middle and high income housing were

proposed for the “Growth Centre”. The Concept for development provided for Social

Infrastructure within the Site for promoting employment, education, healthcare, sports and

recreational and hospitality based services, as well as a range of residential accommodation

within the Growth Centre.

PROJECTS: MAINLAND CHINA

Conceptual Master Planning for a Site of 250 ha (approx.) in Shunde, Guangdong

Province, Legend Development Co Ltd

Project Director and Land Use Planner on a Project preparing a Conceptual Master

Layout Plan for an area of approximately 250 ha within the Shunde (Jun‟an) International

Eco Valley Project area. The Site was characterised by its existing ponds, lakes, forested

hills and rich bird life. Key elements of Phase 1 of the Conceptual Master Layout Plan

include; the renovation of an existing Bruce Lee Cultural Theme Park; a Boutique Hotel

and Spa; Cultural Water Villages (based on Lijiang, Wuzhen and Shunde); Boutique

Holiday Villas; and Clubhouse. Further supporting tourism and recreational uses include;

a Wetland Park; a Bird Watching Facility; an Equestrian Stable and Horse Riding Trails;

Botanical Gardens; an Eco-Agricultural Demonstration Area, and a Boating and Yacht

Club. Phase 2 of the Master Layout Plan on land directly to the north and south of Phase

1 consisted of supporting Hotel, Residential, Commercial and Tourism related uses.

Focused Feasibility Study for Development Site On Heng Qin Island, Guangdong

Province, Private Sector Client

Project Director and Land Use Planner on a Focused Feasibility Study examining the

business case for the establishment of world class Golf Courses and a Marina on Heng

Qin Island. The Site comprised approximately 274 Hectares of land and will become a

sports and recreation hub serving the region.

Pedestrian and Bicycle Planning for Suzhou New District, Jiangsu Province SND

Branch of Suzhou Urban Planning Bureau

Planner on a Project preparing a Strategic Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan for the Suzhou

New District (SND) (223 km2) and a Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan for land within

Suzhou Science and Technology Town, Western Eco-Town, Xutong Central Blocks, and

Central Blocks of SND (60 km2). This comprehensive Study, underpinned by

International best practice, formulated a strategic Pedestrian and Bicycle Planning

framework for the whole of SND, which will serve as an upper-tier plan in addition to the

formulation of Action Area Master Plans for selected areas within the City.

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Conceptual Master Layout Planning for a Commercial and Residential Development

Project on 56.55ha. (approx) of Land at The North of Mingxing River Road, Laobian

District, Yingkou City, Liaoning Province, P.R. China, Jinyao Properties (Yingkou)

Co., Ltd, a subsidiary of Kerry Properties (China) Limited

Project Director on a Master Planning Study commissioned by Kerry Properties (China)

Limited to give shape to its Vision for a 56.55ha. Site in Yingkou City. The overriding

Objective of the Project is to transform the Site into a mid to high-end riverside

residential development providing housing to some 40,000 people and supported by high

quality commercial facilities which service both the residents of the Development and

additionally the wider community as a distinct node in the urban landscape. The Project

is intended to become a landmark development within the City and the overall design

approach being adopted places an emphasis on the creation of a series of residential

neighbourhoods with a mix of uses and a high degree of walkability. Upon development,

the Site will accommodate a Residential Gross Floor Area of 1,416,605 Square Metres

and Commercial / Business / Supporting Facilities comprising 280,000 Square Metres of

Gross Floor Area.

Conceptual Master Layout Planning for Theme Park Destination (430mu / 28.67ha. of

land) in Tianjin Province, Mainland China, Jin Kong United Development Limited

Project Director on a Project to prepare a Master Plan for a 28.67ha. approx. Cultural

Theme Park in Tianjin. The Theme Park is proposed to showcase the rich historical and

cultural legacy of Tianjin as a historically important trading post between Beijing and

Tianjin in feudal times. Targeting some 5,000,000 visitors annually, the Theme Park will

showcase a variety of cultural and historic themes relevant to Tianjin, through a series of

Cultural Pavilions, featuring themed restaurants and cafes showcasing the cuisine of

Tianjin; shops and workshops showcasing handicrafts; and theatres and performance

spaces showcasing music and dance. Traditional Ming and Qing Dynasty architecture

and building materials are proposed to create a distinctive atmosphere for visitors.

New Town Development on a Site on the South Bank of Pihe (200 ha.) in Jintang, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, Mainland China, CC Land Holdings Limited

Land Use Planner on a Project which prepared a Conceptual Master Layout Plan and

Land Parcel Plan for a New Town Development supported by a host of tourism amenities including a Spa and Health Centre, a Hotel and Convention Centre as well as waterfront development featuring retail malls, serviced apartments, bars and restaurants. The primary feature of the Conceptual Master Layout Plan consisted of a “water” theme with of a mixture of residential villa and apartment developments that are supported by a comprehensive range of civic amenities and a network of open spaces throughout the entire Site.

New Town Development (536 ha.) at Qingyuan County, Guangdong Province, Mainland

China, New World China Land Limited

Project Manager and Land Use Planner on a Study which prepared a Conceptual Master

Layout Plan for a New Town Real Estate Development supported by a host of tourism

amenities including a Water World, Spa and Health Centre, a Convention and

Entertainment Centre, a revitalized Waterfront featuring Retail Outlets, Bars and

Restaurants, new Resort Hotels and a mixture of Villa and Apartment Development,

supported by comprehensive civic amenities and a network of open spaces.

Guilin Garden Tourism Development (544 ha. approx): Li Jiang River, North Guilin,

Guangxi Province, Mainland China, Private Sector

Project Manager and Land Use Planner on a Study which prepared the Guilin Garden

Tourism Development Project, a Conceptual Master Planning and Feasibility Study on a

544ha. Site for submission to the Local and Provincial Governments. The Site was

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located in the north of the Balijie Development Zone in Lingchuan County, Guilin,

Guangxi Autonomous Region. A Master Layout Plan and detailed development

parameters were prepared for Phase One of the development, as the foundation stone

towards the creation of a comprehensive tourism and leisure destination, and a centre of

commerce, supported by high quality housing. Upon completion of Phase One, Guilin

will have a new destination with a World-Class Resort Villa Hotel, a Central Business

District with retail, food and beverage and commercial premises, a Water-Spine linking

vast landscaped corridors with the Lijiang River, environmentally sustainable Residential

Development, and adequate Relocation Housing for affected villagers.

Conceptual Master Layout Planning and Detail Regulatory Planning, Land Adjoining

Proposed Road (Approx. 13 ha.), Sijiao Island, Shengshi County, Zhejiang Province,

Mainland China, Shengshi Construction and Administration Bureau

Project Manager and Urban Planner on a Study which prepared a Conceptual Master

Layout Plan and subsequently a Detailed Regulatory Plan on 13ha. of land on Sijiao

Island. Upon development, the Site will provide for additional high quality housing and

supporting facilities, positioned to take advantage of the views over the harbourfront.

Conceptual Master Layout Planning and Detailed Regulatory Planning For New

Reclamation Area (29ha. Approx.), Sijiao Island, Shengshi County, Zhejiang Province,

Mainland China, Shengshi Construction and Administration Bureau

Project Manager and Urban Planner on a Study which prepared a Conceptual Master

Layout Plan and subsequently a Detailed Regulatory Plan on a new 29ha. reclamation

area on Sijiao Island. Upon development, the Site will form an active waterfront tourism

and recreation precinct, incorporating retail and commercial uses, high quality residential

development, civic uses, open space and comprehensive community facilities.

Tourism Resort and Associated Developments in Chengyang District, Qingdao City

(1,000ha.), Shandong Province, Mainland China, Private Sector

Project Manager and Planner for a comprehensive tourism-focussed development project

on approx. 1,000 ha. of land in the Chengyang District of Qingdao City, incorporating a

Theme Park, canal style Residential Villas, a Fisherman‟s Wharf, Hotels, artificial

beaches and sporting facilities. The objective of the Study is to develop a Conceptual

Master Layout Plan for the development.

Urban Planning for East Gongbei and Planning of Supporting Facilities at Gongbei

Station and Qianshan Station, Guangzhou and Zhuhai High Speed Rail (Stage 1),

Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, Mainland China, Zhuhai Planning Bureau

Project Manager and Land Use Planner on a Study which undertook urban planning and

urban design for three key Sites in Zhuhai, namely (i) Area East of Gongbei; (ii) Gongbei

Station and (iii) Qianshan Station. The Project was initiated in the light of the proposed

Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macau Bridge and the High Speed Railway between Guangzhou

and Zhuhai, which is enhancing Zhuhai‟s role as the gateway for Hong Kong, Macau and

the Pearl River Delta (PRD) to the markets in the rest of China. These 2 significant

infrastructure projects will have a direct impact on its future urban development in

Zhuhai and careful strategic planning was undertaken to capitalise on the Sites‟ strategic

location in support of urban growth and economic development.

International Competition for the Strategic Development Plan of the East Coastal Area

of Lianyungang (147km2), Jiangsu Province, Mainland China, Lianyungang Planning

Bureau.

Project Manager and Land Use Planner on an International Competition to prepare a

strategy for the development of the east coast area of Lianyungang, Jiangsu Province.

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The Competition aimed at strategy formulation at three levels, namely (i) Strategic

Development Planning which sought to define the development objectives,

direction/positioning and development strategy for the 1,000km2 east coast planning area;

(ii) Spatial Planning which set out the overall spatial arrangements of the planning area in

the form of land use, transport and landscape plans; and (iii) Urban Design for 3 Key

Areas focused on the New Town of Binhai (147km2) and new port and industry zones at

Guanhekou and Zhewang. The development strategy for the coastal area emphasized

port and industry development and in particular the formulation of a modern marine and

agricultural products industry and a diverse tourism industry, ecological conservation and

infrastructure enhancements to position Lianyungang as one of the premier coastal cities

in Mainland China by 2030.

Conceptual Master Planning of a Tourism Resort Development at Heng Qin Islands

(12km2 approx), Zhuhai, Guangdong Province, Mainland China, Private Sector

Project Manager and Land Use Planner on a land use planning and urban design Study

for a comprehensive tourism resort development on the southern portion of Heng Qin

Islands in Zhuhai (12km2 approx.). The development comprises several themed resorts, a

host of leisure and recreational facilities centered around a fresh water lake and in the

mountains, and resort style living opportunities focused on the water and on 2

international standard 18-hole golf courses. Upon development, the Site is envisaged to

become a premier tourism destination in the region which will complement the rapidly

developing tourist destinations of Macau and Zhuhai.

International Competition of City Design and Land-use Planning of the Main Traffic

Route Area (19,600 ha.) of Foshan City, Guangdong Province, Mainland China,

Government of China

Land Use Planner on an International Competition for city design and land-use planning

along the main traffic route area (19,600 ha.) of Foshan City It is the Foshan Planning

Bureau‟s intention to control urban sprawl after the completion of the First Ring Route

construction which aims to alleviate traffic congestion within the City‟s core centre. The

First Ring Route covers a total length of 99.2km, passing through 4 districts and 15

towns within Foshan City. Three clusters were chosen within the Study Area for detailed

design. These areas include a Town Centre, an Ecological Park and a High-Tech Park.

The design concepts adopted for this Project include the Compact City Concept as well

as the Transit Oriented Development Concept.

Conceptual Planning and Regulatory Planning for a 96ha. Reclamation Site on Sijiao

Island, Shanghai, Mainland China, Government of China

Land Use Planner on a Regulatory Planning Study for a 96ha. reclamation site on Sijiao

Island near Shanghai, Mainland China. A Conceptual Master Layout Plan and Broad

Urban Design Guidelines were prepared for a New Town which will provide a range of

uses including active tourism, recreation, retail and commercial uses, high quality

residential development, civic uses, open space and comprehensive community facilities.

Master Plan for Ecological Tourism Area at Dalong Mountain, Anqing (410ha.), Anhui

Province, Mainland China, Private Sector

Project Manager and Land Use Planner on a Study which prepared a Conceptual Master

Layout Plan for a 410ha. site in Anqing, Anhui Province. Upon development, the Project

area will encompass a comprehensive and world class tourism development incorporating

resorts, golf courses, a theme park, a convention and exhibition centre, a cultural centre,

various recreation and entertainment facilities, real estate development and supporting

civic facilities and will form the hub of a network of tourist attractions in the region.

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Master Plan for Urban Central Park, Dadukou District (10.4ha.), Chongqing, Mainland

China, Government of China

Planner on a Study which aimed to upgrade a Central Park in a downtown area of

Chongqing to provide a range of social, health, economic, environmental and cultural

benefits to neighbouring residents. The redesign of the Park sought to better integrate

with the adjoining Public Square and Government Building as well as to provide various

new passive and active activity nodes.

Sijiao Island Strategic Master Plan, Zhejiang Province, Mainland China, Government of

China

Project Manager and Principal Strategic Planner on a Study for the Conceptual Planning

of Sijiao Island, Shengsi County, Zhejiang Province, PRC (2,700ha.). The intention of

the Project was to prepare (i) a Comprehensive Conceptual Plan for Sijiao Island and (ii)

to elaborate conceptual urban design of four key sites (key intervention areas) located

around the Island. The Comprehensive Conceptual Plan is intended to provide a vision

and clear guidance for the growth and development of Sijiao Island up to 2020 and was

formulated through an examination of the status of Sijiao Island‟s economy, society and

environment and its development advantages and constraints up to 2020. The overall

development concept focused on the diversification of the economic base of the Island,

with particular regard to enhancing the Island‟s tourism, recreation and industry

potentials.

Xian Residential Subdivision (118ha.), Xian, Mainland China, Private Sector

Project Manager and Principal Planner on a project which set out planning and design

concepts and a master plan for tourism and real estate development on a 120.6ha. Site in

the south of Xian. Upon development, the site will be transformed into a lively and

dynamic tourism destination supported by high quality single detached villa residential

development, parklands and other facilities including clubhouses, a health spa complex, a

festival markets complex, resort hotels and villas, a conference and exhibition centre, a

sports complex and a commercial complex servicing local needs. The layout for

development on the site was focused on a system of lakes, waterways and open spaces.

Residential neighbourhoods are interconnected by green corridors and are designed

around the new urbanist concept of walkability. From the outset, detailed market

research was undertaken in order to set out viable and cost effective development

proposals, which were in line with market demand.

Nanhu Ecological Town Master Plan (400ha.), Zigong City, Sichuan Province,

Mainland China, Government of China

Project Manager and Principal Planner on a Project focused on the urban form design of

a 400ha. CBD and Central Area of Zigong Ecological Town and a detailed design for the

main access avenue into the Town for the Zigong City Principal Planning Bureau. The

design concept focused on developing a high quality New Town based on ecologically

sustainable design principles. Upon completion, the area will incorporate the main

commercial and financial district, sporting venues, recreational destinations and mixed-

use residential neighbourhoods for Zigong City: THIRD PRIZE AWARDED.

Suzhou Taihu Ecological Recreation Plaza Planning Design (19ha.), Jiangsu Province,

Mainland China, Government of China

Project Manager and Principal Planner on an award winning concept on a key 18.84ha.

site fronting Taihu Lake in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province. The design concept focused on

developing a world class ecotourism and entertainment destination, incorporating

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wetland botanical gardens providing habitat for a diversity of flora and fauna, an eco-

resort featuring wetland and over-water villas and a range of other attractions including

visitor centres, a bird aviary, an aquarium and waterfront dining venues. A key factor in

the development of the concept was on the economic self-sustainability of the Project by

providing sources of revenue for the construction, maintenance and long-term upkeep of

the wetland park: FIRST PRIZE AWARDED.

Wuxi Key District Planning Projects (948ha.), Jiangsu Province, Mainland China,

Government of China

Project Manager and Principal Planner on a Project focused on land use restructuring,

landscape and urban design of a new canal landscape along a 13 km section of the

Jinghang New Canal in Wuxi. A key focus of the Project was on the establishment of an

interlinked system of leisure and tourism spaces along the canalfront based on a modern

theme but reflecting the history and culture of the canal.

Regional Planning for the Pearl River Delta Region, Mainland China, Government of

China

Strategic Planner on a Study establishing a long term (20 year) development strategy for

the Pearl River Delta region in China. The Study placed a strong emphasis on the

analysis of the development of urban conglomerates overseas in order to draw out and

apply key lessons to the formulation of a workable strategic plan for the Pearl River

Delta region.

Feasibility Study for Wuzhizhou Island, Sanya District, Hainan Island, Mainland China,

Private Sector

Project Manager and Principal Planner on a Study which established the feasibility for

the development of a 5 star resort island at Hainan Island, Mainland China. A series of

international case studies were analysed to draw out key lessons which were applied to

the development of Wuzhizhou Island. Following this, the initial land use concepts, a

conceptual master layout plan, initial development parameters and a planning and design

brief were formulated as the basis for a detailed design competition which was put to

international tender.

Master Plan for Dongtou County, Wenzhou City, Zhejiang Province, Mainland China,

Government of China

Project Manager and Principal Planner on a Study which set out a 20 year strategic

master plan to guide the growth and development of Dongtou County up to 2020. The

master plan was based on the development of a feasible long-term functional position for

the County which focused on growth based on competitive advantages.

Pedestrian Strategy for Zhenghai District, Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, Mainland China,

Government of China

Project Manager and Planner on a Study which formulated a strategy to pedestrianise and

redevelop a downtown area in Zhenghai District, Ningbo. The District suffered from

urban blight and economic downturn and the Study planned to revitalize it into a vibrant

commercial and tourist centre, improving the environmental amenity and quality of the

on-street pedestrian experience and enhancing land use integration in the District. The

Study encompassed broad strategy formulation and detailed site design initiatives.

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PROJECTS: INDONESIA

Conceptual Master Layout Planning for Rempang City Integrated New Town, Rempang

Island, Indonesia, PT. Rempang International Resort

Project Director and Land Use Planner on a Project formulating a Conceptual Master

Layout Plan for a comprehensive New Town development on Rempang Island. The

Project sought to capitalize on Rempang Island‟s strategic proximity to Batam Island,

Bintan Island and Singapore by transforming approximately 7,042 hectares of under-

utilized land on southeastern Rempang Island into a new Centre of Employment, Tourism,

Entertainment and Living in South-East Asia. An Integrated and Comprehensive New

Town was proposed as the heart of the development serving a population of some

400,000 people, surrounded by rolling hills, Championship Golf Courses and Plotted

Villas, a variety of High-rise, Mid-rise and Mixed-use Dwellings, Retail and Shopping

opportunities, Schools, Medical Facilities, other Institutional Uses, and a large Central

Park. A host of Tourism related uses were also proposed including a series of luxury and

middle-market Themed Resort Hotels, a Commercial/Entertainment Village, Retail

Centres, Marinas, Theme Parks, Eco Resort Hotels and an Equestrian Centre.

Technology and Industrial Related Uses were also integrated into the development to

cater to pent up industrial demand from key industrial sectors in Batam. This included

land-based and sea-side Industrial Estates and Light Industrial Estates for Shipyards,

Manufacturing, Food Processing, Logistics, Warehousing and other industrial

opportunities. These parks were complemented by employment areas dedicated to the

knowledge and technology sectors, including a University Campus and Research &

Development / Science and Technology Parks.

Conceptual Master Planning for ± 900 Ha of Land At Pantai Indah Kapuk, North

Jakarta

Land Use Planner on a Project formulating a Conceptual Master Layout Plan for a New

Town development on ± 900 Ha of Land At Pantai Indah Kapuk, North Jakarta.

Designed around the principles of Transit Oriented Development and New Urbanism, the

backbone of the Project was a Light Rail Transit (LRT) system to improve local/regional

connections. An identifiable mixed-use centre formed the heart of the Site. A diversity

of housing choices were accommodated into the Project including plotted villa

development and medium and high rise apartments catering to a range of people of

different ages, incomes and cultures. A University Campus and International Schools

were also integrated into the development In line with the principles of New Urbanism,

Neighbourhoods were designed to be no larger than 128 ha each, providing a 400 metre

walkable radius to daily living needs and an 800 metre radius to transit systems.

Conceptual Master Planning for ±700 Ha of Land and Site Planning for ±100 ha of

Land in Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia, PT. Padang Indah City, PT. Lippo Karawaci,

Tbk (In Progress)

Land Use Planner on a Project preparing a Conceptual Master Plan and Site Plan for a

new ±700 ha reclamation area in Padang, to the west of Padang‟s main City Centre, to

incorporate low and medium density residential development, two tourism waterfront

anchors, a CBD extension area, commercial development and extensive areas for open

space and recreation. The City underwent a severe earthquake in 2009 and suffered from

a corresponding tsunami. It was therefore a major challenge to plan for a waterfront

development which would gain back the public‟s confidence in the City‟s future growth

on the waterfront. In this regard, much attention was given to adopting best practice

earthquake and tsunami mitigation strategies from around the World in the design of the

Project. In addition, emphasis was given to establishing an innovative development

structure that capitalised on the waterfront in order to uplift property value and to

integrate the development with the existing City, including the old Dutch quarter,

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Chinatown, the tourist harbour, the famous Mentawai island and most importantly,

Padang‟s CBD.

Masterplan and Floodhandling Measures for Siemens Headquarters Site In Pulo Mas (2.4 ha.), Jakarta, Indonesia, Siemens Real Estate GmbH & Co OHG Project Manager and Land Use Planner on a Project which prepared a Master Layout Plan, Site Plan, Flood Handling Measures and Concept Architecture for the SIEMENS Indonesia Headquarters property owned by PT Siemens Indonesia in Pulo Mas, Jakarta. The Site comprised approximately 24,000 square metres of land accommodating office/administration, manufacturing and warehouse uses. The Master Layout Plan prepared by TOWNLAND set out phased options for the further extension of office space on the Site to accommodate staff being relocated elsewhere in Jakarta and for business growth and was supported by Detailed Site Plans and a Concept Architectural Design for a new office building of 12,800 sqm GFA. Flooding was a key consideration on the Site and flood handling measures were formulated to mitigate the risk of flooding to the Site.

Conceptual Layout Planning for Modern Cikande Industrial Estate - Phase 3 (400ha.),

Jakarta, Indonesia, PT. Puncak Ardimulia Realty

Planner on a Project to prepare a Conceptual Layout Plan for Phase 3 (400ha.) of the

Modern Cikande Industrial Estate in Cikande, Jakarta, Indonesia. The Project features

high quality industrial uses, supported by a range of supporting uses including a Club

House and Driving Range for Managers and commercial and retail development to

service tenants. The Project is also examining the possibility of introducing a new public

transport system to service industrial tenants.

Master Planning (200ha.) and Detailed Site Planning (20ha.) for Sectors 3 and 4, Kota

Deltamas, Jakarta Indonesia, PT Pembangunan Deltamas

Project Manager and Land Use Planner on a Project which prepared (i) a Site Plan for a

200ha. mixed use area in Delta Mas New Town, which comprised an integrated

residential precinct, a commercial corridor, a social and educational precinct, a recreation

and green belt area and areas for public services, and (ii) a Detailed Site Plan and Urban

Design Guidelines for a selected area of 20ha. within the mixed use area which

comprised residential housing clusters, supported by retail, commercial and recreational

development. Planning and design within Delta Mas sought to cater to a socially diverse

population and to create a vibrant, high quality and sustainable environment with a

unique image and sense of place.

Master Layout Plan and Urban Design Guidelines, Kota Modern (3.3ha.), Tangerang,

West Java, Indonesia, Private Sector

Land Use Planner on a Study preparing a Master Layout Plan, Macro Guidelines for

housing and Urban Design Guidelines for a 3.3ha. residential and retail development in

Kota Modern, Tangerang, West Java.

Land Use Planning Study (5,600ha.) and Development Parcel Guidelines (3,000ha.),

Jababeka, Cikarang, Jakarta, Indonesia, Private Sector

Planner on a Study setting out (i) a long-term land use plan for 5,000ha. and (ii)

development parcel guidelines (i.e. development regulations) for 3,000ha. of land in

Jababeka New Town, Jakarta. The Client sought to implement a new vision for Jababeka,

which shifted its position from that of an industrial estate to that of a self-sufficient New

Town. The Study furthered the implementation of this new vision through the provision

of a physical planning framework to guide future development.

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Bintaro - Master Plan for Retail Destination, Jakarta, Indonesia, Private Sector

Project Manager and Principal Planner for a Project which was focused on the

establishment of a landmark retail and entertainment destination in Bintaro, Jakarta.

Jababeka Industrial Estate - Boulevard Redesign and Theming, Jakarta, Indonesia,

Private Sector

Project Manager and Principal Planner on a Study which set out themes and detailed

designs for streetscape upgrading within an established residential area and industrial

estate in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Riau Master Plan 2020, Provincial Government of Riau (Sumatra, Indonesia),

University of Riau and PT Caltex Pacific Indonesia

Operations Manager and Project Planner on a Study tasked to produce a Master Plan for

Riau, Indonesia, which will serve as a guide to the development of the Province up to

2020. This Project took place during a process of decentralisation by the Indonesian

Parliament which returned a substantial access to local resources and revenues to the

Regency administrations and local authorities. A series of executable 5 year action plans

of prioritised investments, underscored with appropriate institutional development

recommendations were developed as a key component of the Master Plan.

PROJECTS: HONG KONG

Consultancy Study on Landside Commercial Development at the Hong Kong International

Airport, Airport Authority Hong Kong

Project Manager leading the land use and master planning inputs on a Study examining

the future development of the North Commercial District (NCD) at the Hong Kong

International Airport (HKIA). Broad Alternative Development Concept Plans are being

prepared, which will be translated into a Recommended Outline Development Plan,

Outline Development Programme, Layout Plans and Urban Design Strategies for the

development of specific land uses within the NCD. A key focus is being placed on

providing a high level of flexibility for the long term implementation of development

proposals within the NCD across a host of different phases and taking into account

changing market conditions. A Strategic Planning Framework is also being prepared in

respect of the Greater Study Area including Tung Chung, North Lantau and Tuen Mun in

order to establish a wider Airport City and to capitalise on the bridgehead economy which

will be established upon construction of the Tuen Mun Chek Lap Kok Link and the Hong

Kong Zhuhai Macau Bridge Link. The Strategic Planning Framework is based on an

analysis of the regional planning context of the HKIA and will provide impetus for the

Hong Kong SAR Government to consider airport related uses in their future planning in the

Airport Neighbourhood.

Concept Plan Competition for the Development of an Integrated Arts, Cultural and

Entertainment District at the West Kowloon Reclamation, Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Government

Planning Team Member on a design competition to provide an integrated arts, cultural

and entertainment district on the West Kowloon Reclamation, one of Hong Kong's most

prominent waterfront sites.

Consultancy Study for Provision of Heliport Facilities, Hong Kong, Civil Aviation

Department

Planning Team Member on a Study which identified the future demand for domestic and

cross boundary helicopter services in Hong Kong and assessed the comparative

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advantages and constraints in planning and land use terms of two sites in the urban area

for the provision of heliport facilities. The Study required the preparation of workable

alternative options in the case that the selected sites were not viable and ultimately the

recommendation of a preferred site. A comprehensive strategy for the development,

funding and management of the heliport facilities and an implementation programme was

also required as part of the Study.

Study on Planning for Pedestrians, Hong Kong, Planning Department, Hong Kong

Government

Planning Team Member on a Study which provided a broad planning and development

framework for more effective pedestrian planning within the metropolitan areas of Hong

Kong. Drawing upon the experience of 3 international cities, Action Area Concept Plans

were prepared for 5 sites within the Territory. Recommendations were made for the

identification of major nodes, activity areas and corridors of pedestrian activity, the role

of traffic and transport in these areas, land use planning controls and guidelines for

pedestrian provision, urban design, landscape, aesthetic and environmental

considerations and the institutional framework required to implement new initiatives.

Setting Up and Updating of District Traffic Models for Traffic Impact Assessments in

Kowloon East, Hong Kong Island East and South, Transport Department, Hong Kong

Government

Planner on a Study tasked with updating the base district traffic models for traffic impact

assessments in Kowloon East, Hong Kong Island East and South to take into account the

Government‟s housing priorities and the rapid increase in population in the region up to

2016. Specifically responsible for the preparation of population and employment

projections in the Study Area up to 2016.

Study on Restructuring of Shek Kip Mei District, Hong Kong, Hong Kong Housing

Authority

Planning Team Member on a multi-disciplinary Study formulating a restructuring

strategy to optimise the development potential of the Shek Kip Mei area. The Study

required the preparation of alternative land use and development strategies and an

Outline Master Development Plan. Alternative mechanisms and an institutional

framework for implementing future restructuring schemes were also prepared.

Studies on the Integration of Other Public Transport Services with New Railway, Hong

Kong, Transport Department, Hong Kong Government

Planning Team Member on a study which evaluated the impact of proposed new railway

routes on the existing public transport services in the New Territories and the

opportunities for closer integration of public transport services in this area. Specifically

involved in the generation of demographic data within the catchment areas of the new

railways for the purposes of trip generation. This information was required at a detailed

level and included the disaggregation of zonal data using development programmes and

plans.

Waste to Energy Incineration Facilities, Hong Kong, Environmental Protection

Department, Hong Kong Government

Planning Team Member on a Study which investigated the feasibility of developing

waste-to-energy incinerator facilities in Hong Kong. Specifically responsible for

amending and finalising the planning assessment and evaluation report for the potential

incinerator sites based on a comprehensive set of planning, land, engineering,

environmental and financial criteria.

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Preliminary Phase Consultancy Study on Wider Use of Water Cooled Air-conditioning

Systems in Hong Kong, Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, Hong Kong

Government

Planning Team Member on a Study investigating the potential for the development of

district cooling systems in Hong Kong. Responsible for providing advice on general

planning issues associated with the proposed installations, potential measures for the

mitigation of their impact, the planning constraints of possible sites and the land-use

implications for implementing systems in different areas.

Review of the Tuen Mun and Tsing Yi Sewerage Master Plans, Hong Kong,

Environmental Protection Department, Hong Kong Government

Project Team Member on a study reviewing the sewerage master plans for Tuen Mun and

Tsing Yi. This was to ensure that development in the catchments could be interfaced

with the implementation of ongoing and projected sewerage schemes to produce a co-

ordinated development strategy to 2016. Involved with the development of a

methodology for updating the population and employment projections within the study

area to assist in determining the appropriate sewerage infrastructure provisions for future

development requirements.

Pre-Feasibility Study. Tuen Mun Town Lots (TMTL) Nos. 388, 389, 390, 397 & 398, Hoi

Wing Road, Hong Kong, Private Sector

Planning Team Member on a pre-feasibility Study that examined the potential to remove

or to consolidate a Public Cargo Handling Area at Tuen Mun to allow for the

development of serviced apartments and residential units.

OTHER: HONG KONG, MAINLAND CHINA & OVERSEAS

Proposals - Responsible for the preparation and co-ordination of numerous successful

Expressions of Interest and Technical Proposal Documents, including formulation of the

approach and methodology, project organisation/ management, undertaking site visits

and identification of specialist consultants for Governments and Aid Agency projects

including the World Bank and Asian Development Bank.

Internal Quality Auditor - ISO 9001:2000 Trained as an internal quality auditor under

ISO 9001: 2000 with responsibilities for auditing TOWNLAND Consultants Limited

Projects to ensure that quality control and good management practices are maintained

throughout the project cycle.

Speaker at the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry Real Estate

Development Summit 2006 Presented a Paper at a Conference of leading Indian real

estate developers and professionals entitled “Real Estate Development as a Catalyst to

Infrastructure Development or Vice Versa? The Experiences of the Hong Kong SAR and

the Peoples' Republic Of China”.

1998 - 1999 Assistant Planner - Integrated Transport Planning - Queensland Department of

Transport, Brisbane, Australia

Provided support to a variety of transport planning activities within the Regional

Transport Planning Branch including reviewing planning and other documents,

undertaking research for ongoing transport planning projects, contributing to technical

papers and undertaking general administrative support duties within the organisation.

Specific projects undertaken include:

RICHARD J. DURACK



Integrated Regional Transport Planning Principles for Regional Queensland, Australia

Project Team Member assisting in the review, amendment and publishing of a 2nd

edition

of an Integrated Regional Transport Planning Principles document. This document was

designed to provide a framework for the achievement of best practice transport planning

in Regional Queensland.

Generic Planning Process for Integrated Transport Planning

Project Team Member involved in the development of a generic integrated transport

planning process to guide transport planning projects from inception to completion.

Y2K Management Plan for Regional Transport Planning Branch

Project Team Member responsible for the initial research and development of a

management plan to evaluate and mitigate the potential impacts of the Y2K Millennium

problem on the operation of the Regional Transport Planning Branch, Queensland

Department of Transport.

1998 Consultant - Development Economists and Planners - Roger Tym and Partners

For Roger Tym and Partners, Mr. Durack was involved in the following Study:

Tourism Education: Sufficiency and Compatibility with Tourism Growth (Hong Kong).

Project Team Member on an economic development and labour market consultancy

study examining the interrelationship between tourism education and tourism growth in

Hong Kong. Specific responsibilities for researching and preparing an overview of the

tourism sector at the time of the Study, and for the design and preparation of a detailed

survey of the tourism industry.

1997 - 1998 Planner - Urban Planning & Design - EDAW

Provided input to a range of major planning and urban design projects being undertaken

throughout Asia, the major focus of which was:

Strategy for Bus/Taxi Pickup and Drop-off Points at Fort Bonifacio, Metro Manila,

Philippines - Planner responsible for the research and development of a preliminary

strategy for bus and taxi pickup and drop-off points within Fort Bonifacio "Global City",

a major new CBD area being developed on a former military base of 440ha. in Metro

Manila, Philippines.

1996 - 1997 Planner - Urban Planning & Design - HOK International (Asia - Pacific) Limited

Employed by HOK International in the Philippines on the following project:

Taguig Strategic Concept Plan, Metro Manila, Philippines

Planner responsible for researching and analysing information relevant to the

development of a Strategic Concept Plan for Taguig, Metro Manila. The Project was

initiated as a result of the development of a major new CBD area comprising 12.5 million

square metres of build-up space ("Fort Bonifacio Global City") within the Municipality

of Taguig and sought to provide direction for the future growth and development of the

Municipality outside the Fort Bonifacio redevelopment area.

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