Following the oral presentations and exhibition last week for our group future scenario presentations, we were divided into specific tutorials in order to allow more one-on-one interaction with each tutor in preparation for the final assignment. My group was placed in Davor's tutorial (urban).
The purpose of this class was to decide on our individual project direction, including the type of design to be focused on, it's scale and the users of the space. As discussed in the lecture, the scale can range from a small shop to a large multi-res building, but the level of complexity must be of a high standard. It also must be represented in human scale as well as in relation to the overall context, which is extremely important to demonstrate how the design is a direct result of the future scenario.
Though I didn't gain a detailed idea about my design intent during the tutorial, I had previously decided that I want it to strongly relate to vertical circulation, adaptable spaces and facades, as well as the social sustainability of allowing large masses of people to circulate through the space. This would be possible to demonstrate through either a maglev train station, retail buildings or residential buildings. However, I want to take more time to develop a more interesting functionality as it will provide the basis for the design.
In the lecture it was stated the design should take place in the 2020's unless otherwise justified. I may ask to have the time period slightly later, as in our concept the total car ban doesn't occur until 2032, which is a primary turning point in the layout of the city. We are also allowed to slightly alter the initial concept, so I may just push the car ban date forward.
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