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This paper is to identify the characteristics of sustainable waterfront residential quarters based on the cases in Germany. The study places the focus on conditions of location, arrangement of buildings, land use, specific plan for each phase, partition of residential districts, and types of residences in accordance with their relations to water.
Results of the analysis pointed out that there are the principles which should be complied to construct waterfront residential quarters. First, it is necessary to redefine waterfront from the viewpoint of city and culture. Second, the project should be approached with a long-term vision and detailed plans. Third, cooperation between residents, government, and construction companies is required. Forth, heritage and identity for sustainability should be maintained. Fifth, it should be open to the public. The findings of this study suggest that sustainable waterfront
residential quarters is desirable for occupants’ comfort and health as well as for conservation of nature, improved views of cities and vitalization of communities.