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Studio Design 3A November 2024
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Identified Physical Issues

Task A: Physical Elements

Identified Urban Elements, Current Issues, and Possible Responses: Analyze the existing urban elements, identify current issues, and propose solutions.
Possible Use of Materials, Color, and Texture: Explore how materials, color, and texture can be used to enhance the sense of place and respond to identified issues.
Identified Physical Issues
Physical Issue
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Proposed Pattern
University Image
iukl gateway 32.JPG
The current parking area are barren and not reflecting the University’s commitment towards Sustainable Design
GREEN STREET (51)
FRUIT TREES (170),
RAISED FLOWERS (245)
GARDEN SEAT (176)
Pedestrianized Area
No proper pedestrian connection between blocks and Unipark.
PROMENADE (31), ARCADE (119)
Unsightly Structures
tnb iukl.jpg
TNB electricity structure is unaesthetic and appears disruptive in the middle of the parking, which could also pose a safety issue.
HALF-HIDDEN GARDEN (111)
QUIET BACKS (59)
Wayfinding
The current sense of arrival or proper vehicle circulation in the university is absent and the current drop-off zone is small and awkwardly placed near Block 11 making it difficult for taxi/e-hailing to find.
MAIN ENTRANCES (110), FAMILY OF ENTRANCES (102),
Shading
lack of natural and artificial shading
FOOT TREES (170)
PROMENADE (31)
PARKING
No proper convenient amount of parking with innovative and sustainable solution
NINE PER CENT PARKING (22)
SMALL PARKING LOTS (103)
GARDEN WALL (173)
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Identity
No proper identity of the university
MAIN GATE WAY (53)
MAIN ENTRANCE (110)
Cohesion
campus.jpg
No cohesion/unity between faculties, and an identifiable boundary (feels life a collection of buildings rather than a university campus)
IDENTIFIABLE NEIGHBORHOOD (14) NEIGHBORHOOD BOUNDARY (15)
Circulation
Too much parking, road circulation, and asphalt
SHIELDED PARKING (97) GREEN STREETS (51) PEDESTRIAN STREET (100)
Low Utility
IMG-20241126-WA0019.jpg
Parking lots are often underutilized, especially during non-peak hours, wasting valuable urban land.
NINE PER CENT PARKING (22)
SMALL PARKING LOTS (103)
Bus stop
Does not have a bus stop, making it difficult for students to locate where the bus is or where to board and alight.
BUS STOP (92), MINI-BUSSES(20)
Welcoming entrance
lacks a welcoming entrance, making it difficult for visitors and students to feel invited or oriented upon arrival.
MAIN GATEWAY(53), MAIN ENTRANCE (110)
Unattractive university design
It looks unattractive and lacks appeal, making it uninviting.
CEILING HEIGHT VARIETY (190), THE SHAPE OF INDOOR SPACE (191)
Landscaping and Green Spaces
The campus does not have well-planned landscaping. There are few or no plants, flowers, or green areas to make the space attractive, relaxing, or useful for people.
ACCESSIBLE GREEN (60),GREEN STREETS (51)
Reserved parking
The lack of signage or boundaries indicating that the parking is reserved specifically for IUKL staff or designated individuals only.
SMALL PARKING LOTS (103)
Signage
The campus does not have clear signs to help people find buildings easily. Mainly for FABE block.
CIRCULATION REALMS (98)
PATHS AND GOALS (120)
Gathering or seating area outside
The campus does not have any outdoor spaces with seating for students to gather or relax.
OUTDOOR ROOM (163) ,SITTING WALL (243),SEAT SPOTS (241)
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