Best Public Space: Paddington Reservoir Gardens
- Author:
- Pam Walker
- Posted:
- Tuesday, 23 August 2011
Residents describe Paddington Reservoir Gardens as their own Hanging Gardens of Babylon, their local Baths of Caracalla. With rows of historic brick archways and industrial steel skeletons set against lush vines, meditative gardens and a tranquil stretch of water, the space is nothing short of other-worldly. Built in 1866, the Reservoir was a key element in Sydney’s early water supply. Today it functions as an unexpected oasis in one of Sydney’s trendiest shopping districts, winning the 2009 Australian Award for Urban Design. Visit by night and see radiant lighting installations bring the rustic timber, restored stonework and stunning architectural vision to life. Alex Bell
Paddington Reservoir Gardens, Corner Oxford St & Oatley Rd, Paddington
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Story posted on Tuesday, 23 August 2011, filed under 2011, Best of Sydney. Follow responses via the RSS feed.
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