Urban Planning 1 (p)

Expanding knowledge and skills in the field of urban theory and practice. The ability to create a multifunctional urban complex on a small urban scale, considering complex conditions and functional and spatial connections. Educating the participants (students) of design classes the ability to receive the surrounding urban space actively and creatively.

Designing a small residential complex with an emphasis on the context of the site and the creation and transformation of urban space in accordance with the principles of urban composition.

General description of the subject:

Urban design I is the first design task on an urban scale. The project concerns a complex with a basic residential function (multi-family and/or single-family) with a supplementary function of basic services as the least complex functional and spatial element of the urban structure.

• Phase 1:Analysis Phase of the existing condition (may be carried out by a team of 2-3 people) in terms of functional and spatial conditions, natural and cultural environment, infrastructure and planning conditions, ending with an original valuation of the development and terrain as well as conclusions and guidelines for the project in graphic and descriptive form – scale 1: 1000, 1: 500.

1-1 Visiting the site, introducing the students to the area and the surroundings, explaining the most important points which they have to focus on, showing the routes in and out of the plot, explaining the challenges which they could face during the design.

1-2 Analysis of the existing conditions for the plot and the surroundings. Analysis maps are required with conclusions regarding decisions.

1-3 Review: the student has to present a small powerpoint presentation showing the analysis maps and some diagrams regarding the conclusion with he reached during his research. Also they are required to show the board 70x100 with the arrangements of the analysis maps and the pictures which were taken by the student during the field trip.

• Phase 2: Design phase – spatial development concept for the housing complex, including basic spatial and functional decisions, taking into account the conclusions and guidelines of stage 1 – scale 1:1000, 1:500

2-1 The student has to create hand sketches in an accurate scale showing the zoning plan that includes shape of:

1. housing, (single-multi family housing)

2. public spaces.

3. communication infrastructure.

4. service buildings (service facilities).

5. green spaces.

2-2 The student has to develop the zoning plan into actual forms of buildings baring in mind the connections between public zones he created at the beginning of phase 2.

• Phase 3:

The phase of detailing the development concept with the emphasis on the functional and structural layout of buildings, road and pedestrian communication, green areas, development of public and social spaces - scale 1: 500, ground floor plan.

• Phase 4:

The student has to create diagrams for the designed area showing the idea he created.

Learning content :

The students will understand the difference between public, semi-public, private areas and the relation between these areas and the housing settlements they are creating. The rules of mutual location and function around the settlement.

The learning content in terms of planning technical infrastructure:

1. Road and street network (and their terrain requirements).

2. Public and individual transport.

3. Cycling routes/ Biking paths.

Urban project: Complex of mixed-used functions with the focus on residential dominance.

Requirements:

1. One location for all students.

2. Students will have to create a master plan (a scale of 1: 1000), diagrams, urban and architectural details and 3D model/ mockup for the whole plot.

3. Project must be presented on hard copy (printout) in the exact size of 100X70cm in a scale of 1:1000. And digital submission on Platon is also required.

1. Gehl, Jan. "Life between buildings." (2011).

2. Jacobs, Jane. “The Death and Life of Great American Cities”.

3. Global Designing Cities Initiative, and National Association of City Transportation Officials. Global street design guide. Island Press, 2016.

4. Wejchert K., 1989: Elementy Kompozycji Urbanistycznej, Arkady, Warszawa,

5. Gehl, Jan, 2010, Cities for People, Island Press, Washington DC;

6. Solarek K., 2019, Urban Design in Town Planning. Current Issues and Dilemmas from Polish and European Perspective, Oficyna Wydawnicza Politechniki Warszawskiej, Warszawa;

7. Spreiregen P.D., 1965, The architecture of town and cities, McGraw Hill;

1. Support materials for students made available by the lecturer

The student knows and understands the importance of connecting architecture to urban planning when addressing small district design challenges. This includes consideration of environmental, social, cultural, natural, historical, economic, legal, and other factors.

Proficiency extends to the principles of architectural design, encompassing single- and multi-family residential structures, service facilities, public utility structures in open landscapes or urban settings, small complexes, and local spatial development plans that consider specific conditions and connections. Understanding the parameters of ergonomics is recognized as essential for ensuring the functionality of designed spaces and facilities, especially for individuals with disabilities. Furthermore, the student appreciates the significance of the natural environment in architectural, urban, and spatial design.

SKILLS

The student is able to find information from different Polish websites about the assigned location, local plans, and Studium. This helps in creating analysis maps in order to understand more the context of the place – functional and spatial, natural, cultural, social and legal conditions historical background, surrounding landmarks, and the overall situation of the designated area. By creating analysis maps, the student can draw conclusions. Following this, they are capable of independently planning and executing their professional development based on the research conducted about that specific area.

The student has the necessary knowledge regarding urban planning (multi- and single-family housing development), regulations, standards and rules in Poland.

The student can read and process maps and local plans and use them in planning work.

The student is able to compose and create sets of buildings, public spaces, green zones and the necessary connections using the skills he learned in Elements of Urban Composition classes.

The student can present the urban design in an attractive graphic form using any computer program which will help in showing the project in clearer way.

The student is able to create set of boards showing the solutions he made about land development, based on the analysis of its usefulness.

SOCIAL COMPETENCES

The student understands how the environment, culture, history of the area strongly linked to the development plan and how they would affect urban and architectural design of the buildings, The student is able to find solutions for problems in the designed area.

Course requirements:

1. The Project is done in a group of two students maximum three, for the analysis and the idea phase. The plot will be divided into small parts (not less than 6 hectares) and each student will proceed to design his part individually.

2. Students must be present during all the classes.

Only one unexcused absence is permissible. Every additional absence decreases your final grade. Three or more unexcused absences automatically result in not getting the credit for the course.

3. Attendance is marked individually.

(not collectively in accordance with your team).

Overview:

4. Each phase culminates in a review of the work in the form of a public presentation and discussion, answers to questions and comments from the presenters and colleagues.

5. Attendance is obligatory.

Components of final degree:

6. Creativity of the concept,

7. Accuracy

8. Aesthetics.

9. Clarity of the presentation

10. Compliance of the design drawing with the assumed scale will be assessed.

Components of final degree - proportions of assessment components in percent

70 % Project

30% Participation, attendance, level of graphics

Obligatory elements of the final drawing:

1-Board with the urban analysis- Idea of the project – Photographs, sketches (group work)

2-Board with the master plan – 1:1000, Detail drawing (horizontal cross section) – 1:500 Street Sections – 1:500 Urban details sc:1:500 (individual work)

3- Architectural details sc:1:500 or 1:200 Rendering / Visualization, etc. (individual work)