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Inhabiting Urban Voids: Urban Infrastructure In Sao Paulo, Andrea Novazzi
Inhabiting Urban Voids: Urban Infrastructure In Sao Paulo, Andrea Novazzi
Architecture Thesis Prep
Single-functioning infrastructure produces residual spaces within the urban fabric of a city. Existing structures may be ‘thickened’ through the implementation of different programs. The singularity of infrastructural elements creates a ‘clean’ environment lacking use or character. Infrastructure is a public service that enables human interaction. “Thickening” the infrastructure with public programs, either formally or informally, may facilitate an ‘event’ happening between individuals. My thesis asserts that within the urban voids generated by existing infrastructure, public programs may be implemented in order to promote spaces that encourage different human transactions and encounters, to create a spatial identity.
Infra[Re]Structure, Sara Minsley
Infra[Re]Structure, Sara Minsley
Architecture Thesis Prep
This project contends that through the mediation and expression of systems, energies and flows the pedestrian can reclaim the experience of the street.Crucial to this is an understanding of what is on the street and how objects and people are situated on the streets currently. Through exploiting these issues New York City the pedestrian is offered a more engaged experience of moving through the city.