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Location
The site is located in Pittsburgh on the bank of the Allegheny River. It is connected with downtown Pittsburgh with the Veteran's bridge. The three river heritage trail runs through the site. The important structure adjacent to the site includes Heinz industry, Light of life rescue mission, and Riverside center for innovation.
History
The map shows changes in Land-use. In the map from 1882, the industrial land-use includes Cotton Mill along with other uses like Hotel & Rail trail depot. Green space near diamond street still exists but North Park & East Park has changed. In the map from 1901, industrial land-use includes Ironwork & Heinz factory along with other uses like Education & Church. The map from 1925, shows Heinz Factory as predominant industrial land use. The construction materials used include Bricks along with Frame Structures and Stucco.
1872 Map
1882 Map
1925 Map
Site Inventory & Analysis
Topography Study includes Slope map, Slope Aspect map, and Hillshade map
Hydrology Study includes Floodplain map, Hydrology Basin map and Discharge Point map
Transportation Study includes Sidewalk map, Bike Route map, and Bus Route map
Structural Footprint Study includes Parking Space map and Rail line map
Zoning Study includes Parks and Green Spaces map and Green Print map
ISSUES
1. Erosion Issue
2.Flood Prone Zone
3.Discharge Points
4.Landslide Prone Zone
5.Under-Utilized asset - Riverfront
6.Asphalt Parking Areas
ASSETS
1.Bike/Pedestrian Network
2.Riverfront
3.History of place
4.Riverside center of innovation & Light of life
OPPORTUNITIES
1.Create pedestrian/bike tours with signage and way-finding
2.Shared parking areas
3.Green Infrastructure - Storm Water Management
4.Green space for industrial building and tourist
5.Connection with downtown
Planning
The planning is Inclusive Urban Development as it includes spaces that serve different interests and age groups. The concept is to connect the built environment to a shared open space that connects to public open space. The linear public open space then further connects to the river and trail along with it. The design provides physical and visual access from the built environment and this Biophilic principle is important in boosting health and well-being.
Programming of the Site
Programming of the Site
1. Community Garden
-To grow fruits and vegetables that foster physical exercise and a sense of community
2. Kids’ Playground
3. Outdoor Seating with Lawn
- For group activities, picnics and small gatherings
4.Meditation Park
-Niches for meditation and self-reflection
Programming of the Site
Programming of the Site
1.Botanical Garden
- To learn about different species of plants
- To preserve endangered plants
2. Kids’ Playground
3.Historic Park
-To show the historic evolution of Pittsburgh
-To depict the history of railroad, land-use change over time & cultural heritage
4.Sculpture Garden
-To display sculptures and art-installation
5.Amphitheater
-For the outdoor performance of local artists
6.Wall of Creativity
-To display graphic art of local artists
-Wall for mural creation
7.Outdoor Exercise Area
-Outdoor area with equipments and a jogging loop
8.Sport Park
- Outdoor area with Volleyball court
Progress Street is converted into a one-way street. It includes street parking on one side and a bike route on another side. The first floor of the built structure is retail shops. The plantation and street furniture is designed to emphasize pedestrian-friendly corridors. The paving material (asphalt) road near the garden is changed as a traffic calming device.
The street includes two-way vehicular circulation along with a bike route. The outdoor seating is added and buffered by the plantation. The outdoor seating tapers down to provide space for the bus to stop without disturbing the vehicular traffic.
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