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Police Station as a Home 

A police station as a home is a place where people feel safe and cared for the moment they enter. It is open and welcoming, with spaces that invite conversation and under standing. For the community, it feels approachable and calm for officers, it offers place es to rest and connect. It becomes more than a workplace a shared space built on trust, care, and belonging. 

The design divides the main building into smaller parts to reduce hierarchy and create openness. Courtyards are placed between these parts to bring in light and air. The functions of the police station are arranged around the courtyards based on their use. A pavilion on the second floor connects to the courtyards and includes spaces for resting, eating, and gathering. The aim is to shift the role of the police station from a closed institution to a place that supports both work and community use.

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A police station as a home represents a place where everyone feels safe, cared for, and welcomed. It is not a place of fear or authority, but a home-like environment that fosters comfort and trust. The main idea is to redefine the perception of police stations when people enter, they should feel safe and familiar, not intimidated. The goal is to transform the way people see and experience a police station by introducing spaces that encourage interaction and openness. Public areas such as the library, canteen, and meeting rooms play a vital role in bridging the gap between the police and the community, fostering more informal and human connections.

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The built form is divided into smaller masses to reduce hierarchy and make the space more approachable and human-scaled. Courtyards are strategically placed between these blocks to allow natural light and ventilation, while also acting as soft transitional zones that connect public and private functions. A pavilion on the second floor responds to the courtyard below, creating vantage points that allow people to look around and observe the surroundings. This design approach seeks to break away from rigid institutional layouts, creating a more open and welcoming environment.

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Spaces are arranged around the central courtyard according to their function and privacy requirements. Public functions such as the reception, waiting area, canteen, and library are located near the entrance courtyard, making them easily accessible. More private or administrative areas are placed deeper within the layout to maintain hierarchy and privacy.  

The first floor includes pavilions designed as resting and social spaces. There is a shared dining area for meals together and open zones that encourage informal interaction and small gatherings. It serves as a social and restful space within the overall design. 

The section illustrates a clear change in form between the ground and upper floors. The ground floor is designed as solid and grounded, providing a sense of safety and strength, while the upper floor is open and transparent, symbolizing connection and openness. This contrast reflects the dual nature of a police station strong in purpose yet open to people. 

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