Trinity Buoy Wharf Avleen Hunjan
Trinity Buoy Wharf Overview:
Trinity Buoy Wharf is a centre for arts and cultural activities by the River Thames in London’s Docklands. The site offers indoor and outdoor spaces for arts and events. The site has over 500 people working there in various enterprises and organisations. The brick buildings are part of the heritage of Trinity Buoy Wharf, which were built for the Trinity House, who built and maintained Britain’s navigational equipment. Trinity House was designed by James Wyatt in 1798. Many of the brick buildings were built in the Victorian period with the earliest building being the Electrician’s Building, built in 1836. As of now, Trinity Buoy Wharf offers many buildings such as studios, an event space, a pier, two schools, rehearsal rooms, The Orchid Cafe and Fat Boys Diner. From what I researched about the location; I think the site does not utilise its space well nor does it provide a specified communal area. I think in my developments, I will design a park or some form of communal space.
Visual Response-Trinity Buoy Wharf:
This is some of the facilities and features available in Trinity Buoy Wharf. I picked these structures because I was drawn to the bright colours, brick work and even the history behind these buildings. Specifically, I focused on the lighthouse as I was drawn to the trusses of the building. So, I might consider using that element in some of my designs. As for container city and Clipper House, their bright colours allows these structures to stand out so for my designs I will need to find a way to create a modern structure that elevates the site. In my designs I will need to reflect the current architectural designs into my ideas to create a more cohesive site.
Location Review on Trinity Buoy Wharf: After researching about the site and producing a series of drawings, that communicates the flow and space of Trinity Buoy Wharf, I have reached a few conclusions about the site. Whilst the historical buildings have a deeper meaning and creates the identity for Trinity Buoy Wharf, many of the structures on the site create this disturbed and broken flow of space. What the site needs is a clear space for communal use as well as creating a flow for the space that allows people to explore the site a whole. One structure that disturbs the flow of Trinity Buoy Wharf is the Clipper House. One issue that this building causes is disrupting the natural flow and path for visitors as well as taking up a lot of space that could have been repurposed for communal use. In my developments I will need to remove the building as well as designing a social space. Another issue with Trinity Buoy Wharf is the parking. I think that the parking compromises the space as well as creating this unpleasant view. By removing all this space for parking, there will be more space for me to add a pavilion, landscaping and even a café for the site. Parking is not a priority for Trinity Buoy Wharf, and I think that all that space can be used for designing a better layout and flow. This leads to the next issue that I have discovered in my research which is the entrance. The entrance is right at the beginning of the site and there is no other entrance nor an exit for people to come and go. Because of this, I am considering of creating a layout that makes people go around the site and back to the entrance, creating this circuit. I do like the historical buildings, and I do not want the design for the new layout to overpower it so I will be considering on how to link the whole site together.
Mood Board of Trinity Buoy Wharf:
These are the features of Trinity Buoy Wharf that I will consider within the design of the site. The brickwork can be used in the landscaping of the site. My idea is to incorporate different aspects around the site into my designs for the new site. The pattern on the glass can be emulated in aspects of my designs. I think that it will draw the space together and can create this connection throughout the site which can help solve the ‘hotch-potch’ layout. The colour palette can be used in some of my designs but I am unsure if I would like to have a bright colour like the containers on my designs.
Thames Barrier Park:
Thames Barrier Park was designed by Patel Taylor, an award-winning architect and landscaping architect, Allain Provost. The park was designed to make a contemporary state in the Royal Docks of London. Historically, the park was built on a site with contaminated soil, so they used 6-foot layers of crushed concrete to put new soil that will not be ruined by the contaminated one. As for the features of this park, there is a café, a pavilion, basketball courts and even a playground for kids. I think that this park uses the space efficiently and that there is a variety of communal spaces and facilities for everyone visiting the park. I specifically like the flow of the park as it guides people to see the pavilion and even the park café. I also like how the architects have designed a space where nature is the main focal point. Therefore, I might consider these elements when designing my pavilion and site.
Here is a closer look on some of the facilities available in Thames Barrier Park that has drawn my attention. Obviously, the landscaping of the plants is very eye catching and I like how the shape of the bushes reflects the River Thames. So, I think it would make sense to design a structure or feature that also reflects the shape of the River Thames. The Café is a simple structure that has the perfect balance of modern designs using natural materials. I think the balance between the glass and the wooden beams is a unique touch that fits well into the park. The muted colours helps to focus the eye towards the green landscape without being lost in it. On the other hand, I am not keen on the pavilion. This pavilion seems too large, and I don’t find it appealing nor do I like the design of it. I think it’s a simple structure that doesn’t have any interesting element. Overall, I like Thames Barrier Park as it has inspired some ideas for my designs.
Gardens by the Bay:
Gardens by the Bay was designed by British architects Wilkinson Eyre and landscape architects Grant Associates. This tropical garden is in Singapore where it features these tall tree structures that showcases and grows various tropical plants. The ‘Supertree' is over 50 metres tall and is connected to the rest of the park with a bridge. The ‘Supertree' also has a bar which can be used for communal space. I really like the Gardens by the Bay because of how they tried to create structures that shows these beautiful plants as well as creating an environmentally friendly atmosphere. At first, I thought that the scale and size of the tree structures was overwhelming, but I think it works to create this other-worldly type of space. One of the things I like most about this garden is the way the architects designed the structures to hold and grow these plants. I think it’s a clever way to design a truly magical piece and I think something with a lot of plants and vegetation in Trinity Buoy Wharf will really elevate the space.
New York Highline:
The Highline in New York was designed by James Corner Field Operations, Diller Scofidio & Renfro, and Piet Oudolf as part of a collaboration project. The focal point of the Highline was to increase pedestrian connections in the West Side. This was a hope for potential public space for New York. Whilst I like the idea of this long bridge through the busy city, I find the features underwhelming. I think it is because it is a long path for pedestrians it should have more facilities and features to attract more people. One thing I do like is how they have re-used the bridge’s train tracks and put vegetation on it. I think for a city like New York, plants are needed to improve air quality; which is one issue London is also suffering from. I like the benches that outlook onto the cityscape so I think designing a communal space where people can congregate, will be crucial in creating a public space in Trinity Buoy Wharf.
Millennium Park:
Millennium Park was designed by Frank Gehry who wanted to design a public space for events, concerts and for general use by the public. The park offers many facilities such as a bridge, café and tons of public communal spaces. The main element of this park is the infamous Cloud Gate that was designed by a British artist, Anish Kapoor. The goal for this art piece was to create a reflective structure that showcases the Chicago skyline. Other features of the park includes the Jay Pritzker Pavilion which features a large steel structure that is connected to these thin ribbons that stretches over the Great Lawn. It also has a fountain and even a bridge that connects Millennium Park to Chicago. I think the scale of the park is what draws the attention of people as well as the famous structures of the park. I personally don’t like the park because of the pavilion. I do not like how the steel looks as it looks quite cluttered and the ribbons stretching over the Great Lawn doesn’t fit well into the space. In other words, I don’t find much inspiration from this park.
Barbican:
The Barbican is known as London’s finest and largest examples of brutalist architecture. The Barbican was designed architects Chamberlin, Powell and Bon. The mission was to redesign a devastated area of London, that was bombed in the Second World War, into an estate for a residential neighbourhoods. The architects wanted to create an environment that has a clear distinction between private areas for residents of the Barbican and a more public place for pedestrians and visitors. As for the architecture and the design, I do like the certain features of the estate. In my research I focused on the lakeside terrace as I was drawn to the circular cutouts in the pavements. I also was drawn to the water fountains as I liked how it interacts the pavement with the lake. I think this estate is an example of good communication of a residential space that embodies a fun and unique environment for visitors of the Barbican. Although I don’t like brutalist architecture, I do remark the complex design the architects have created.
Here I did some research on the Barbican Estate’s Water Garden. The most interesting features of this part of the estate is the staircase that has a water fountain attachment. I really like this as it creates this tranquil environment which is a nice escape from the busy streets of London. So, I think it is important when designing a residential estate, creating a calm and pleasant landscape can really benefit the space and transforms it to. As for the brutalist architecture, I personally don’t like the aesthetic of it. I think brutalist architecture looks dull and for a developing and modernised influence in cities like London, I just find that this style of architecture just looks out of place. Needless to say, it is remarkable how the architects have designed a well thought space that has redeveloped the site from the devastation of the Second World War.
Pavilion Ideas:
Café Ideas:
Here is my mood board for the development of my pavilion. I was inspired by the Chainstore and I think the apex structure is very riveting. After researching, I have found these pavilions and I think that the apex structure will suit the site well and I am drawn to the irregular forms of this shape. As for the material, I could use reinforced concrete or steel. I think concrete will serve a captivating look whereas steel will look harsh and sharp. Also, considering the direction of the sun throughout the day, steel will be more reflective so it can be difficult to look at. Also the steel can get very hot so I think concrete will work better because it can be used as a shade.
Here are some structures that inspiring the development of my café. The brief has asked to design a café that links to the location of Trinity Buoy Wharf so I will be using the form of the SS Robin Ship on the site. I think the shape is interesting and I can use that as a base for my designs. I want to use glass and wire frames as well as using Corten steel. I think these materials will look interesting and I think the rusty industrial style will work well in the industrial location of Trinity Buoy Wharf.
Pavilions:
Front View
Here is my plaster caste sculpture that I will be using to develop a design for a pavilion. When making the sculpture, I moulded the plaster caste to make this unique form that has a variety of curves and depth. I really like the outcome of my sculpture because the shape looks futuristic and has a lot of potential to turn into something suitable for the Trinity Buoy Wharf site. After drawing the sculpture, I was able to analyse and understand the form of my pavilion. I really like some of the dents in the sculpture so I will be considering to elevate them. Also, the sculpture can be used as a space for events and could hold some seating. I do think that the sculpture does need some refinement in terms of simplifying some of the curves to make it more functional as a pavilion. So, in my developments, I will be considering these factors as well as designing a pavilion that suits the site and looks visually interesting.
Right View
Left View
Pavilions Development: Variation 1:
Here I have started to develop some ideas for the structure of the pavilion. I really liked the shape of my sculpture so I didn’t want to change too much of it, so I decided to cut out some sections. The first design variation that features windows, was an experimental idea into creating an indoor pavilion. I think that whilst this design looks unique, I think the windows are underwhelming. I think if I was going to choose windows, I would choose a different shape for it. As for the second design that is completely hollow, I really like the outcome of it. I think it proves to be a unique design and really elevates the riveting form of the structure. I also decided to add some texture to the exterior of the pavilion which I also like. The third variation was a slight change from the second one and I decided to make it thinner and add more texture. I don’t like the outcome of this variation as it doesn’t have that same artistic look that the second one embodies. I think in terms of finalising a design, I might choose the second one because it looks more visually appealing.
Variation 2:
Variation 3:
Finalising a Solution:
Here I decided to further develop variations 1 and 2 on the previous slide. I still wanted to try windows but after doing this, I found that the windows does not suit the concept of a pavilion. Whilst I wanted to create an indoor space, I think an open pavilion will look better and can be more functional as a communal space. I really like the outcome of option 2 as it looks more interesting and shows a stronger development from my plaster caste sculpture. I also think I can create a better development for it as well to suit the Trinity Buoy Wharf site. Now that I have finalised a solution, I will need to recreate option 2 in SketchUp to see how it works and apply any necessary changes.
Option 1
Option 2
The design features a rough and almost ‘rocky’ texture that has this triangular shape from plan view. The space inside has enough room for possible seating and could be used as an outdoors event space. I really like how it looks now but I want to try different textures such as smoother look. I think I am going for something clean and modern, so I will need to consider this when developing this. I do like the shape of my pavilion, but I don’t know how much will change when I will try to recreate this into SketchUp. My goal is to use this and continue to refine it to make a final design for the solution of my pavilion.
Developing a pavilion:
After producing a solution, I have found that organic forms will not suit Trinity Buoy Wharf. This because a lot of the structures on the site are very angular and sharp, so by creating something far too organic, will ruin the flow. It can be noted that by creating an organic structure, it will make the pavilion stand out but, in this case, the brief specifies to create a well thought site that connects all the buildings and structures in Trinity Buoy Wharf. My idea is to look at this solution of my pavilion and create an angular form by adding sharp lines on top. I really like the form of the drawings on the right so I will be developing this further to design my pavilion. I am unsure what the plan view of this design will look like so I will be constructing a model.
The form of this pavilion is similar to the structure of the Chainstore on the Trinity Buoy Wharf Site. I prefer this angular form over the organic one because of how it fits into the site as well as the interesting and irregular design it has. I think once I design this model in 3D, it will look better. I think some bits might change but I think the overall form is perfect for the site as it fits the aesthetic and style.
Final Solution for Pavilion:
Front
Right
Plan
Left
Here is my final development for the solution to my pavilion. I am very pleased with the outcome because the shape reflects the historical structures in Trinity Buoy Wharf as well as holding a unique form and interest to the site. The shape of the pavilion is very irregular, but I think it works well to deliver a captivating structure. I decided to keep the cut outs because it will not risk obstructing the view of the River Thames. I also decided to slightly alter my model on the right by making the walls thicker which draws more attention to the apex structure. As for the materials, I think I will either be using concrete or Corten steel. I think I will be able to decide on the material once I finalise the solution to my site design.
Café Solution:
Front Elevation
When thinking of ideas for the café, I immediately thought of the ship, the SS Robin that is seen in Trinity Buoy Wharf. I wanted to design a café that emulates the shape of the ship. Here is my initial design that I will develop further. Although the shape is not the exact same replica of the ship, I think it still has some resemblance that could help tie in the site together. I really like this shape and I think the form could fit in well within the site.
Here is my design for the Café. As you can see, I developed the solution on the left into this. I kept the same shape because I think it looks very interesting and could change and elevate the atmosphere in Trinity Buoy Wharf. I opted for this diamond pattern for the glass windows because I wanted to incorporate the pattern from the lighthouse into my design. The reason for this was to add some more visual interest to the design as well as connecting all the structures within the space. I think once I construct this in 3D, I will be able to find a final solution to the design of my café. The sides of the design are simple and I am unsure if I should add more windows. I think that by keeping the sides covered, there would be enough shade. I also created some stairs that can be used as additional seating for a communal space but of course, I will be adding tables and chairs outside the café.
Back Elevation
Side Elevations
Final Solution for Café:
Front Elevation Plan
Front
Back
Side Elevation (is the same on both sides)
Left
Right
Back Elevation
Here is my final development for the solution of my café. I wanted to keep the same shape and the design because I think the form is riveting and connects to the other structures in Trinity Buoy Wharf. The pattern on the glass is like the glass on the Lighthouse so I think it is an interesting feature. I had to alter the shape slightly in my drawn response because I think the tapered walls will sacrifice the space within the café and I want to make sure there is enough room for seating. As for the material, I am thinking of using Corten steel on my café because I think the look of the steel will match the aesthetic and style of Trinity Buoy Wharf. Also, I find that the contrast between the Corten and glass serves an interesting look that will enhance the appearance of the site.
Site Solutions-Ideas for seating As well as designing unique structures for my site, I will also be considering seating. I want to design a site that has a lot of seating so that there are enough communal spaces. I think these steps and levels will be a nice place for people to rest. I think I will need to consider a design that has tables along with seating for casual eating spaces.
Here is the seating design I have produced. I wanted to design a seating space that is large enough for big groups to sit in. I like the angular form of this structure as I think it will work well within the space of my site.
Model 1:
The pavilion and the bridge will be made of concrete and the café will be made of corten steel and glass. These modern materials will work great on the site as well as allowing a contrast between man-made materials and plants.
Elevation View
In my first model, I wanted to design a site that has a bridge which is similar to the New York Highline. I think a bridge would increase pedestrian footfall in Trinity Buoy Wharf as well as allowing visitors to take in the sights around the site. The idea for this solution is that the bridge is connected to the pavilion which visitors can congregate upon and take in the view of the River Thames from a greater height. I have found that by putting the café in that section and the pavilion on the right-side corner, it allows for some great space in the centre for plants and additional seating. However, a few issues with this solution is that the space in the middle has not been used to its full potential and that I feel there could be more within that section. Also, by connecting the bridge to the pavilion, it means I will have to sacrifice the design for my pavilion, which I do not want to do because I like the unique form of my pavilion. But one thing I do like about this solution is the river-side seating because visitors can sit down and enjoy the view.
Model 2:
Elevation View
Here is the model for my site solutions and the visual response towards that model. I am very pleased with the way the model has turned out and even the drawings. I think the idea of having a water element within the site will elevate Trinity Buoy Wharf. I really like the bridge that follows the curves of the River Thames which can connect the site to its location. The bridge was inspired by the highline as I wanted to create an elevated level that can allow people to look around the site and see the surrounding sights around Trinity Buoy Wharf. The café has been placed at that positioning to avoid direct sunlight that can ruin the view and be unpleasant towards visitors. Also, by positioning the café like that, there is space for outdoor seating. Adjacent to the water element, I have designed these levels that people can sit upon. I think the outcome of this solution is the best one as I feel I have understood the site well with this by creating communal spaces and elements to create an interesting site. One thing I would change is the way the bridge escalates. I think I can swap that for stairs that has a landing. Also, the bridge could have a lift so that it is accessible for everyone-I will need to add these changes to my developments.
Developments in Site Solution:
Elevation View
Here I have decided to cross elements from both of my models to design this site solution. I still wanted to connect the bridge to the pavilion but I now understand that will not be possible due to the complex structure of the pavilion. Also, by connecting the pavilion to the bridge it means that the view from the bridge will be obstructed to the apex structure. This is a problem because the whole point of designing a bridge was to allow people to view the site from above as well as the surroundings of the River Thames. I liked the landscaping in Thames Barrier Park and I wanted to add those purple plants in the river-side seating area to enhance the pleasant view. Whilst I like the development of this site, I think some elements can be changed. The lake that I have made is on the side and creates this small narrow path that can obstruct the path made for people. I kept the placement of the café and pavilion the same because it works very well and leaves enough space surrounding it. I think that I will need to change quite a few things to make the site more cohesive.
Further Developments in Site Solution: This space here in front of the Chainstore needss to be adjusted so it does not affect the view but can still be enjoyed by visitors.
Plan View Here is a development of my second model. I have kept all the elements the same as my model. I wanted to see what my solution looked in 3D to understand the scale of these features within my site and how they will work. I had to adjust the scale of my bridge to fit the elevated steps and I also had to adjust the scale of my pavilion so that it could fit in and not take up too much space. In terms of developments, I think I am getting closer to my final solution and that I have enough space for people to congregate and enjoy the view. Also, after designing this solution in SketchUp I have found that the bridge has space for additional seating so people can take in the sites from an elevated view. However, I find that the scale of the bridge could be too big for the site and that I should experiment with a much small scale, so it does not sacrfice the space underneath as much.
Entrance
River-Side View Here is the view of the café and pavilion. I do like the outcome of this, but I do need to change the placement of the café. I have found that the way I have positioned the café affects the outdoor seating. The main factor is the view. I think if I aligned the café to the edge and use all that additional space for plants and seating, then this will work well.
Left View
Right View
Close Up of Bridge
Here is a closeup of the outdoor seating area I have designed. People can sit on the benches or on the steps by the river that I have created. I really like this, and I don’t think I will need to change that. However, I need to add more seating and possibly something else to fill the space. In my drawings I did not quite capture the size of this site so I think I could add a playground for kids. I need to carefully design a playground that doesn not look out of place-I could possibly use wood to make the playground like the one in Thames Barrier Park.
Further Developments of Elements in the Site:
I have found that the site solution I have made has a lot of space that could have a few more elements in it. One thing I will be adding is a playground for kids to use. This will be located on the left side of the site, near the pavilion. I think it would fit there well as it is out of the way and will not obstruct the view which is crucial. I am taking inspiration from the playground in Thames Barrier Park to design a playground that is wooden. A wooden playground would blend into the site and will not affect the elegant and angular design I have made throughout the site. Also, by designing this, the site will then have something for everyone.
Variation 1:
Variation 2:
I wanted to rearrange the structures within my site to see what works best. I found that the variation on the left works better than the one on the right. This is because the bridge and the river are pushed to the side which leaves enough room for people to walk and explore the site. Also, since the bridge is on the side, there won't be a huge cast of shadow around the site, making the rest of the site as enjoyable. I think in regard to the brief and my solution, I think that the site variation on the left will work better as the bridge won't be in the way and take up too much on the site. The variation on the right makes the bridge the focal point of the site which is what I don't want as I have other structures like the café, pavilion, playground and seating. I also prefer how the playground is right at the entrance as I was struggling to fill that space in. Overall, I will be using the variation on the left as my final solution, but I will be making minor changes such as designing furniture that will suit the site.
Concept Drawings-Final Solution:
Site Elevation
River with Elevated Steps Here are the different zones within my site. I have lowered the height of the bridge so that it wasn't overwhelming the site. I think by doing this I have made the site more connected and I think the bridge does not look out of place. I think the river feature looks better with two levels rather than three as it is quite repetitive and if I made too many levels, it would take up a lot of space in the centre of the site. I like the outdoor seating I made, and I think I will be using that in front of the ChainStore. For the bridge, I might use a simple, rectangular bench design as I do not want to the seating on the bridge to be the main distinctive feature. I have added lifts to either ends of the bridge as I want to make the bridge accessible for everyone. The playground design will be metal and wood, so it does not draw too much attention to it, but I have designed and tailored the design to please children who are visiting the site.
Playground Elevation
Outdoor Seating
Bridge Elevation
Outdoor Seating space that has this round form. Many features within my space are angular and I think this round seating feature will allow for better flow with the bridge and the rest of the site.
Pavilion
Site Plan
Cafe Here I have done some drawings of my final solution. I have designed this layout for my space. Included in my site, I have a playground, bridge, various seating spaces, pavilion and café. I have drawn some close ups within this site and I am happy with the way it has turned out.
Bridge
Finalising Structures:
Shape and form of the bridge
I will be adding lifts and stairs to make this bridge accessible for everyone
After designing the development of my solution, I have found that the shape of the bridge is rather underwhelming and does not provide any visual interest. So I decided to design this bridge, which is far more interesting than the previous bridge. I like how this bridge has a clearer sense of direction as it allows people to explore all parts of the site from an elevated view. I think the shape of this will connect the site to the location as the form looks like the River Thames. I am very pleased with the outcome of this bridge and I will be using it in my final outcome.
Continuous flow of this wavy shape that connects the site to the ground
Apart from redesigning the bridge, I have also added these steps and river element that has the exact same shape as the bridge. I think the flow of this works very well and has an elegant look to it. The steps can be sat upon which will make this space a seating area. Also, this section of the site will not disrupt the viewpoint as it is upon levels, meaning that the bridge will not affect the view of the River Thames. I am happy with the outcome of this and I might change the way it looks once I put this on the site.
Final Outcome:
Entrance
East Plan
Here is my final outcome for the site solution of Trinity Buoy Wharf. I have implemented features from my research and modelling to design this site. I think I have applied well to the brief as I have various seating locations throughout the site, accessibility for everyone and even considered a suitable layout to connect this site. I have tried to design spaces within the site that appeals to people. The riverside view seating has been designed in a way to avoid disrupting the view of the river from the viewpoint of the wedding venue, The chainstore. The pavilion onlooks to the river and I think it draws people to see the sites around Trinity Buoy Wharf. The bridge has been designed to direct people and allow them to explore all points of the site from an elevated view. I even considered designing a playground for children as the entrance of the site looked empty and I needed to fill it with something. Overall, I am very happy with the design, the layout and the features within the site as I think I have created an interesting space.
West
Here are some closeups of my site. I have made sure that the site is well laid out and that I didn’t use up too much space or leave a space too empty. The Café fits nicely into that little section with tons of space for outdoor seating and perhaps space for an event in the future. The pavilion has been placed by the River Thames so as a point of interest and to lure people to explore the site. I have put the playground right at the entrance so that the playground was not in the way with the rest of the site. I think if I had placed it deeper into the site, I would have ruined the flow. Nevertheless, I have opted for this grey playground so that the space blends well into the site, without disrupting the view. The angular and round seating have built some contrast of sharp and curvy forms within the site. I think it has allowed to connect the bridge and the pavilion to the rest of the site. I have pushed the stairs to the side of bridge so that the view would not be disrupted by people congregating by the stairs. I have put lifts on either end of the bridge so that everyone can access the bridge. The river feature with the steps has a railing to protect people and the steps allows people to sit on if they wish to. I think that part of the site will work well for large groups of people.
Self Evaluation: I think from all of my previous projects, I have worked the hardest for this. I found it challenging at the start as the brief wanted us to design the whole site. However, after completing this I think I was able to achieve the requirements of the brief. I think have gathered enough research from producing visual responses of existing spaces to exploring what Trinity Buoy Wharf already had to offer. I think my model making was very simple and rough but it gave me initial ideas for the layout of the space. Next time, I would definitely do more modelling as it would have provided me a vast variety of solutions. As for the pavilion, I am very pleased with the outcome as my developments of it have improved to form this final solution. I think my pavilion is the strongest part of my developments and I feel that I do not need to develop it further. The café on the other hand is rather interesting as the shape is similar to the ship, the SS Robin on the site. I do feel that the development of the café is not enough because I felt that the solution I produced was good enough for the site. Next time, I would have done a few more developments of the structures so that I can finalise a final solution. As for the final outcome, I am very pleased with my SketchUp model as I think I have really worked hard on it. I have re-developed the site solution till I got to a point where I was pleased with the layout and the small elements and features within the space. Now, I have gained some knowledge on how to use SketchUp and I feel that my models on that programme is improving. I did find it challenging to produce the structures and features within my site but I am very pleased with the way things have turned out. Overall, I am very happy with the way this Trinity Buoy Wharf project has turned out and I think I have achieved to design a well thought layout and design that fits the location and the requirements of the brief.