Yanghu wetland boating and landscape study

Client:

Yanghu Development Company, China

The challenge:

To devise a study and plan of the Yanghu Wetland Park that would integrate new boating services. Developing a business plan to advise on services and treatment of the landscape, including the types of boats that could operate to provide a successful boating experience.

Services provided:

TEAM surveyed the wetland park, in particular the dimension of bridges and water depths in order to accommodate boats. They drew upon several case studies of successful boating services in other wetlands around the world and devised a night lighting plan to ensure the boats could be used safely in the evenings. The visitor experience was assessed and a financial plan drawn up for each of the boating offers, including a water bus service and restaurant boats.

Outcome:

Yanghu Wetland Park opened with the new boating service.