Mid review work

Mid review work

1 + 3 + 9 version 3

The investigation of conflicting urban areas bisected by the primary movement of its users.

The definition of a space is not a resolution of program but the execution and activities of its users. By analyzing the convergence of human scale with spatial implications of texture, social dynamics, and shifting progressions, the dichotomy that exists within a site can begin to be mediated. The play between solid and void allows for predefined space and dynamic space to integrate together and form a unique reaction to the evolution between the user and their surroundings.

1 + 3 + 9 version 2

The investigation of the intersection between conflicting urban conditions mediated by the movement of its users.

The definition of a space is not a resolution of program but the execution and activities of its users. The convergence of
human scale with spatial implications of texture, social dynamics, and shifting progression allow for a network of glimpses
into a specific location. Predefined space combined with dynamic space create a unique reaction to the evolution between the
user and their surroundings.

Looking at a space by location and its adjacencies allows for the adaptation of ideas to grow and expand through narrative use.
The story of a place can be told by the materials and the use carved away from its original skin. These layers build upon one another
to expose the existing infrastructure and create a mixture of patterns enabled through the use of human interaction with space
and building. By investigating how these interactions develop a series of unique experiences, it influences the activities and necessary
program for the site. The juxtaposition between the medium of movement, whether it be through walking, driving, or biking, can
influence how to define and understand a place. Creating a unique contrast between existing conditions and user definition allows
for a strong execution of both mental and physical associations within a space. These dynamic spaces begin to feather a more efficient
and appropriate means of movement and human action. How can the main form of mediation begin to interact within its context
through the dead spaces that lies underneath its infrastructure? Using the existing demographic and economic data of a location,
the manifestation of the collaboration between user and space will help define the restrictions and activities exhibited within a
specific site.

gathering research...

I was trying to get some general information out for my own benefit. The graphics are a little hazy, but the facts are there. I am hoping to trying and gauge how this will effect my design and also change my perspective of movement within my site. The dashed lines are proposed bike paths that are awaiting review, white the solid white lines are existing bike paths and integrated bike lanes.

next step....

The site in which I am going to focus on is a crucial intersection point of major urban infrastructure leading into downtown Houston. Looking at how major highway networks work with smaller scale transportation systems, the 610 loop and I-45 intersection is a perfect case study. Due to its proximity to a major university, the central business district and oil refineries, this site has multiple means of egress and unique urban conditions.

concept sketch 4

So this was my beginning point, trying to map out how I wanted to layer the different transportation systems and also urban networks existing within the inner city loop of downtown Houston. The orange lines within the map are existing and proposed bike and pedestrian paths. This helped guide which area I will begin to hone in and focus on for my project. The gray scale map shows the major adjacent neighborhoods and highway networks.