SUMMER 2013

 

Problem

• Limited walkways for people to commute safely

• Lack of usage for main parks in Downtown

• The car has become the dominant method of transportation and maintains hierarchy in the roads of Downtown.

 

Concept

• The inspiration is the serpent structure due to its ability to move fluidly on land and to expand and contract its skin.

• The alternative transportation (walking, biking, public transportation) in Downtown is often viewed as a disadvantage source of movement in comparison to the snake in the animal kingdom (move without limbs, wings, or fins)

 

Strategy

• Create walkways that “slither” through the busy streets of Downtown.

• Recreate the park areas by using the walkway’s structure and promote event and recreation space for active use.