Green City Life Maribor
The competition area lies at a rare high-potential junction in Maribor – a partially undeveloped site at the edge of the medieval city walls and along the Drava River corridor. This position forms an ecological and developmental axis for Lower Podravje, requiring a sustainable urban vision that makes the area economically vibrant, livable, and attractive.
The project aims to enhance environmental quality, reduce risks, highlight the region’s spatial assets, and promote economic competitiveness through sustainable use of natural resources. The Drava waterfront between the Water Tower and Railway Bridge offers a half-kilometer stretch designed as an “urban garden,” with clusters of shade trees, walkways, lounging spaces, and wooden terraces for sunbathing. This park integrates with the Drava promenade, dividing into three linked paths in the old quay area. The eastern section is shaped into a river bay with a harbor and a multi-level esplanade, serving as a hub for boating and water-based recreation. The residential concept includes four towers above a commercial base, each with panoramic views, loggias, and shared rooftop gardens, including play areas, reading rooms, and meditation spaces. The facades contrast a sleek outer envelope with varied inner surfaces of balconies and terraces, uniting urban density with access to open, green spaces.
Client KD Group d.d.
Location Maribor, Slovenia
Project Year 2022
Building type Mixed use
Area 74.120 m2
Project Competition proposal










