Author Archives: Prof. Paul King

4. Parks & Openspace Observations:

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Prof. Paul King

 Nature of OpenSpace (Hardscape/Landscaped Park/Waterfront)  Pattern of OpenSpace. (Figure/Ground and Ground /Figure)  Social and Historical Importance of OpenSpaces  Hierarchy of spaces from Private to Public.

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5. Land Use / Zoning / Activity Observations:

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Prof. Paul King

 Land Use/Zoning  Note building heights and uses.  What edges and adjacencies do you observe?  Seasonal Activity Patterns  Daily Weekday/Weekend Activity Patterns  Commercial / Residential / Industrial  How has use and activity changed over … Continue reading →

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6. Environmental / Sustainability Observations:

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Prof. Paul King

 Ecology  Flora and Fauna  Noise  Sun/Shadow  What considerations for creating a positive environment?

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7. Hydrology / Topography / Materials Observations:

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Prof. Paul King

 Site Lines – (Views to and from)  Drainage  Material types (hard vs soft, absorbent vs impervious)

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8. People Related Observations:

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Prof. Paul King

 Who comes to the neighborhood & why?  Where do they gather & why?  How long do they stay in different locations?  What are the demographics?

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Please Join the Course

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Prof. Paul King

If you are registered in my course please join!

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