Unique project key to biodiversity

Detailed analysis outcomes promote the regeneration of biodiversity within the region and support the local ecosystem.

The Danang Golf Course and Resort is situated on a unique parcel of beachfront dunescape. The site has significant historical and environmental value and is located on the renowned ‘Non Nuoc Beach’ in South Central Vietnam, between the major port city of Da Nang and the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hoi An.

Commissioned by Vina Capital and Sala, VERDé completed a detailed botanical survey of the 260ha development site to determine plant species that would thrive and survive the site conditions, identify key management strategies for weed infested areas, and provide an overlay to guide the golf course design and overall development master planning processes.

Data collected enabled the development of site responsive plans and recommendations detailing specific management strategies for individual species and identified ‘next steps’ in the process to ensure the preservation of key specimens within the golf course design.

The botanical survey promoted the re-introduction, retention and management of locally indigenous plant species within the landscape, and the protection of remnant indigenous vegetation.

The project contributed significantly to the resort and golf course detailed design and planning processes ensuring that key species and specimens became an integrated part of the development.