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But it's not all about maximising space utilisation. I hate most new developments because that's all they care about.

You are right, square parcels would fit better together, but they would also need more streets. If you look at the picture, there's several gardens not connected to the road, but still accessible by foot. Fewer roads lead to less noise, better air quality and a more walkable neighbourhood. I have mixed feelings about this design, but I think I'd enjoy the walks.

How is it wasted? It’s aesthetically pleasing.

So I looked this up. First, this was designed to keep streets and concrete walkways at a minimum. It was designed with the intention of people having to all on thru neighborhood more, to get to their cars, busses, etc. Also, the grass everyone is do worried about is actually a mix of native grasses an clovers, which grows lush and green on its own without extra watering, especially is spring and summer. The clover will also flower in spring, attracting bees, birds, and other wildlife.

You say waste of space, I say privacy

It does ‘waste’ I guess but if u think about all the natural tundra preserved and encourages for nature- bees, wild grasses and floors…. Could boost eco growth?

Not a waste at all, habitats for bird bees all other insects etc. I think it's wonderful ♥️

Waste of space? Say that to those people owning mansions for just one person

Space between borders is still space, nothing wasted.

I think its a perfect use of space, like this, there's plenty of privacy, reduced noise, and green space which is good for the environment/nature etc. It's better this way than a big concrete block...

Built when space wasn't in such desperate need. Søren Carl Theodor Marius Sørensen is considered one of the greatest landscape architects to have ever lived, and the oval gardens of Naerum are one of his most famous projects. In 1948, 40 oval allotment gardens, each measuring approximately 25 × 15 m, were laid out on a rolling lawn, between public housing on one side and more traditional allotments on the other. Owners were free to position their cottages, select the surrounding hedges, and lay out the interior of their plots, but Sørensen provided some directions, stressing that they were meant as a guide, not rules. Seven decades later, the oval gardens of Naerum are still one of the most beautiful attractions in the Danish capital

How is space wasted. You have used the space in a manner that is not uniform and creates green and individual borders between the houses. It creates greater harmony with nature. There are few straight lines in nature.

I think it is incredibly beautiful. Great idea!

Imagine the time it takes to mow that grass in between the hedges

The green space between also give places for critters to pass through more easily.

Exactly what I thought

If only they were growing native wild flowers in the unused spaces, it would be a pollenator's dream!

I understand what your saying but better than foot paths

Green space is never wasted :)

hahahahaha....nearly every backyard and frontyard is!!

I agree. It would be different if the space in between was left wild for flowers and shrubs to grow and provide for the local fauna. But as it is, it s a cute waste of space.

Not every space has to be designed/developed/"fully utilized" to be of use as it is.

Straight lines barely exist in nature... the curve is the way to go. The gaps between are not wasted, they are patches where birds can feed and children play hide and seek

They are only summer-houses on otherwise unused land. Not permanent dwellings.

Although in many housing tracts across parts of America, it is required by the building codes, to have a certain amount of communal green space incorporated into the project of groups of single family homes.

For developers, maybe. But think of all the animals that would enjoy this space! One think - I would not make it neat lawns, I'd plant prairie mix or clover or whatever grows well in that climate. I also agree with other commenters - this extra space provides extra noise insulation.

nature isn’t a waste :)

This development is clearly about creating green space, which they’ve done very well.

Maybe that's the point! A little space in between.

Good for wildlife.

Plenty of space if one can't get too close to one's neighbor.

Yeah, I was about to say. Is that land in between just free game?

Not a waste of space, now, people can walk through their neighborhood and not around it.

Scenic routes.

Perhaps the green space outside the homes is common park space for the community. No fences. Seems lovely and optimal to me.

they can use that for more trees

Why is it a waste of space? It was designed with a specific purpose in mind and it's upholding that purpose.