Fallen Heroes Memorial
In memory of Philadelphia Firefighters and Policemen who have lost their lives saving yours
Existing Dedication Plaque
ADA Accessible Ramp
Donor Tiles
Material Samples Orientation: The placement of the memorial took into consideration the ability to see it clearly from the road as well as keep it far enough away that noise pollution from the traffic wouldn’t be a factor.
Approach: I felt it was important that when approaching the memorial that visitors come in from a distance to have the opportunity to view the area as a whole.
Geometry: Simplicity of design and how someone would interact with the space was considered in the shape of the memorial. There is a hierarchy of spaces created within the geometry of the area. Split into a Private and Public space, the design concentrates on the type of interaction you are looking for with the memorial. The public space is the lower area and the private space is the higher area right in front of the memorial.
Interaction: When in the lower public space one needs to look up to the memorial. From here they can view the whole area. The upper private area gives someone the option to sit on a bench within several feet of the wall. This can be a very intimate and emotional experience for someone.
Memorial (Marble)
Flooring Samples Slate Tiles
Built in Sitting Bench ADA Accessible Ramp Memorial (Concrete)
Brick Patterning
Concrete Flower Beds
Smooth Concrete
A A B C
B A: Current Buildings B: Current Path System
D
A A: Golf Course B: Children’s Play Area C: Fountain D: Existing Living Flame Memorial
A: Proposed placement of new Memorial
Site Analysis
1/4 Scale Site Map
Site Map
Approach from pathway. At this point visitors are able to see the whole memorial set up.
View up close to the memorial. The visitors can interact with the memorial and reflect on lost ones.
View from behind the memorial.