regent square concepts
DESCRIPTION
A brief look at some of the research, and concepts our design group formulated for the Regent Square community in Pittsburgh.TRANSCRIPT
Continuity in the Community
Upper/middle class, 94% white,
educated (universities/medical institutes);
yuppies
Strip identified from Hutchinson to Sanders
Surrounded by residential area, Frick Park
Fairly separated
1. Disconnected > no identity to the place
2. No clear/distinct boundaries
3. No bike racks
4. No benches/resting/gathering area
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Local Area
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Focus Areas
Mural
Dunning’s Bar
Frick Park
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Braddock and Hutchinson
The Braddock and Hutchinson intersection connects Regent Square’s business district and Frick Park entrance.
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Dunning’s Bar
Located on corner of Braddock and Hutchinson.Large Sidewalk
Large blank wallHighly visible while driving
Dunning’s Bar Concepts
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Dunning’s Bar Concepts
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Mural
Located at corner of Braddock and HutchinsonAttempt at community artwork
Large sidewalk
Mural Concepts
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Mural Concepts
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Frick Park
Entrance to Frick Park for Regent Square communityNeed for additional signage i.e. parking
Disconnected from communityBoring/Dirty
Frick Park Concepts
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Frick Park Concepts
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Frick Park Concepts
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Frick Park Concepts
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Lighting
Residential zoneLighting is not connected
throughout communityUse of lighting as a guidance
system
Lighting Concept
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Lighting Concept
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Lighting Concept
Action Items
Further research
Model making
Elevation and plan views
Unify form language
Finish project
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