Positioned between Cussen Street and River Road, The River Block Project is a comprehensive urban regeneration initiative that transforms a large brownfield site into a contemporary medium‑density neighbourhood. The project responds to its river‑edge context, topography, and established suburban character while addressing Hamilton’s growing demand for diverse housing options.

The masterplan introduces a connected, walkable residential community built around high-quality open spaces and a strong pedestrian network. A new public link between River Road and the Cussen Street cul‑de‑sac improves permeability and access to transport routes, while communal gardens, a central court, and a shared lawn offer spaces for recreation and social connection.

The architectural approach emphasises simplicity, rhythm, and variation, with a mix of walk‑up apartments, terraces, and standalone homes ranging from one to four bedrooms. Buildings are arranged to make the most of solar orientation, to overlook public spaces for passive surveillance, and to maintain a respectful setback from the steep, vegetated eastern bank.
Laneways prioritise pedestrian movement and incorporate textured surfaces, planting, and trees to create a “living lane” environment. A cohesive landscape strategy strengthens biodiversity, enhances neighbourhood identity, and provides an accessible and attractive interface with the surrounding streets.

Designed in alignment with best‑practice urban design principles, The River Block Project delivers a well‑connected, multi‑family neighbourhood that supports ecological responsiveness, community wellbeing, and sustainable urban living.