Week 4 Mon-Tues 18-19/03/19
Introduction to quantitative and qualitative site analysis:
- Quantitative : information we can research about the site
- Qualitative : about condition/experience, applying “human essence”
Following two photos were taken on the over bridge that links Albert Park and Auckland University of Technology (AUT) that shows the views on the opposite sides. The bridge solely functions as a space for transition/movement that links spaces together.
View towards the site, ST PAUL St Gallery Three, shows two university venues and roads from the motorway. Viewed from the angle the photo is taken from, the venue is hided by the three that is planted next to the venue. There are barely any trees or other plants that hides the exterior of the building on the street opposite to the gallery.
The opposite view shows more of the park, with a lot more trees surrounding the park. The interior of the park is not quite visible from the bridge or from the outside of the park until one enters the park.
Sketches were made of some features of the park, including facilities, flora, natural light and level, exploring the connection between the park and the gallery.
Additional sketches were made after the visit inside the gallery building, around the area. I found the front of the building quite interesting in terms of the architectural style the building was built in – with the columns supporting the entrance of the building and multiple windows on the front (some not being able to see through).
Another visit was made the following day. The day was cloudy compared to Monday and it started raining when I walked into the park. The park was quite empty (perhaps due to the weather) thus the impression I got of the park was quite cold, somewhat solemn and serene. Walking towards the fountain, I thought the park resembled a chamber, with how the trees are planted within the park.
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