DESIGN AND ACCESS WAREHOUSE

from RIBA Part 2 Portfolio

by li xinwei

INTERNSHIP

Flood zone: the site is positioned within an area categorized as a low surface water flood zone.

Surroundings

Located within an area predominantly characterized by residential land use, as indicated by the Strategic Housing Land Availability Assessment (SHLAA) map for 2020, the site resides in a region where approximately 90% of the land is allocated for residential purposes. Given the escalating demand for supplementary residential housing within this highlighted zone, the necessity for a conveniently accessible storage facility for local residents becomes apparent.

Recognizing that a substantial number of residential housing units incorporate garages, there exists an opportunity to repurpose

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Through the adaptive repurposing of garages into purpose-built warehouses, the envisioned storage facility presents a pragmatic resolution to fulfill the storage requisites of residents. This transformative initiative would furnish a readily accessible and convenient space for the secure housing of personal belongings, effectively facilitating seamless transitions during residential relocations.

Moreover, it would adeptly cater to the storage demands associated with construction undertakings, while also serving as a supportive resource for repair services. Additionally, the storage facility could extend its utility by accommodating the inventory storage needs of local businesses, further enhancing its value to the community.