Nature Positive Urbanism
Nature Positive Urbanism is about creating cities that work with nature, not against it, where people, wildlife, and the environment can thrive together. At Sharp Day, we plan with the environment at the core, ensuring that green spaces, thriving biodiversity, and climate-ready infrastructure are never afterthoughts but essential building blocks of urban design.
From the earliest stages of concept and planning through to project delivery, we integrate nature into every layer—streetscapes, public spaces, water systems, and even the way buildings interact with their surroundings. This approach not only makes cities healthier and more liveable but also strengthens their ability to adapt to climate change, manage resources efficiently, and support community wellbeing.
By weaving environmental priorities into every decision, we help create urban spaces that are vibrant, resilient, and future-ready, cities designed to meet the needs of today without compromising the needs of generations to come.
Why Nature Positive Urbanism Matters
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Sustainable cities use land, water, and energy more efficiently, lowering environmental strain.
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Better design reduces air, water, and noise pollution, improving public health.
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Urban planning aligned with UN SDG 11 helps lower greenhouse gas emissions.
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Designing neighbourhoods where essentials are within walking, cycling, or public transport distance cuts transport emissions and boosts urban liveability.
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Building shared frameworks that put nature at the heart of every project.
Sharing global insights and local successes to scale what works.
Defining measurable goals for biodiversity, green infrastructure, and community well-being.
Strengthening cross-regional collaboration between design, engineering, and sustainability teams.
We Prioritise
Affordability
We believe sustainable living should be accessible to everyone. Our projects are designed to balance environmental goals with cost-effective solutions, ensuring that high-quality housing and community spaces remain within reach for a wide range of budgets.
Community
Strong communities are at the heart of every successful development. We create spaces that encourage connection, inclusion, and shared purpose—places where people feel a genuine sense of belonging and pride in where they live.
Every decision we make is guided by a commitment to long-term environmental health. From energy efficiency and green infrastructure to biodiversity protection, our developments are built to work with nature, not against it, ensuring they thrive for generations.
Sustainability
From Plans to Places: Our Projects
Waverley
Waverly is a proposed new urban development…
Waverley is a new urban development in Launceston, Tasmania, designed around the area’s unique natural assets. The project focuses on providing diverse housing options to meet community needs while integrating biodiverse green spaces that strengthen the connection between people and nature. It’s a strong example of our biodiverse urbanism approach in action.
Whitestone Point, situated along the banks of the Derwent River in Austins Ferry, Hobart, is a modern urban development that reflects Sharp Day’s commitment to nature positive urbanism. The project integrates natural ecosystems with thoughtful landscape design and well-planned community amenities, creating a seamless balance between nature and contemporary living.
Whitestone Point
Glen Junor is a pioneering model of urbanisation that benefits both the community and the surrounding environment. Half of the site is a masterplanned urban village, designed as a walkable neighbourhood that reflects local needs and aims to become one of the most environmentally regenerative communities in the world. The other half is dedicated to open space and community facilities, co-designed with the residents of Gisborne to deliver long-term benefits for the town—today and into the future.
Glen Junor
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