PLAN20002 A2.4

Footscray, Greater Melbourne PLAN20002 Assignment 2 Manasi Chopdekar (935401)

Urban Design Techniques A2.4

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Footscray in the next 20 years will develop as a social and active suburb encouraging pedestrian freedom 24/7, aided by ease of accessibility in all available modes of transport, and vibrant green spaces providing a pleasant and safe environment for residents and visitors, that will be facilitated by effective public surveillance.

At its heart, the community will be connected by its history that is evident in its built form, which would give Footscray its unique identity as a

heritage-oriented precinct.

More green spaces Ease of accessibility New public spaces

Tram stop 2 mins from Footscray station

IRVING STREET To Footscray station

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Free use of public spaces like benches, shopfronts, parks, without paying for it Catering to residents and visitors, elderly and disabled included – specifically Leeds and Irving St. intersection

ATTRIBUTE Freedom to be yourself, feel included and safe in the Footscray neighborhood

OUTCOME: Enjoyable and inclusive spaces

ATTRIBUTE Easy to travel within and between Footscray and other places, usable heritage and green spaces

Integration of regional transport links Ease of interchangeability of transport modes especially near Footscray station Effective integration of green spaces and heritage with active pedestrian and transport network

Respecting heritage spaces like Railway Reserve by maintaining proper decorum at these places and ensuring its regular maintenance

IDENTITY OUTCOME: Unique identity and community spirit

Incorporating diverse cultural demographic with cultural festivities at public spaces

OUTCOME: Accessible and connected spaces

ATTRIBUTE Footscray as a heritage-oriented precinct (unique identity) and a sense of bonding between community residents

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LEGEND Type of space New building development after demolishing previous establishment Redeveloping existing buildings – paint jobs, improving on façade, etc.

Existing buildings left as is

New public hangout spaces New green spaces Revitalizing laneway

Focus site Footscray station Transport connection Road transport direction Tram stop

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LEGEND Land use type

New carpark to facilitate removal of on-street car parking for commercial services

Retail Restaurants, bakeries and grocery Commercial services Medical services Green spaces Open spaces for public use and hangout Street furniture Traffic signals Restaurant and cafÊ – outdoor seating Tram stop furniture Retail shop outdoor furniture Activated public space: frontages and laneways More complex transport route Car Tram In and out of Maddern Square carpark Building height

2 storey 3-4 storey

New open public spaces encouraging pedestrian and community interaction

This concept plan proposes the following new features: 1.

Green spaces for medical and commercial areas

2.

New commercial and medical services buildings

3.

Redevelopment of existing buildings to even building height, improve facades, services

4.

Revitalized laneway as part of restaurant establishment, providing outdoor seating

5.

Redeveloped footpath and tram track with only one tram stop

6.

More active shopfronts for retail and food services

7.

More trees added along the road

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MORE GREEN SPACES – FRESHER, HEALTHEIR ENVIRONMENT

MORE SPACE FOR PUBLIC INTERACTION AND ENGAGEMENT – WITH NATURE, WITH EACH OTHER

HERITAGE SPACES RETAIN THEIR BUILDING FORM BUT ARE STILL INTEGRATED INTO MODERN SOCIETY BY ITS FUNCTION ENSURED PEDESTRIAN SAFETY WITH ZEBRA CROSSINGS AND SIGNALS

INCREASED SHOPFRONT AND PEDESTRIAN ACTIVITY

ENGAGED SHOPFRONTS INTERACTING WITH FOOT TRAFFIC CAN CREATE OVERCROWDING

PROPOSED PUBLIC SPACES MAY ATTRACT LINGERING AND CREATE UNSAFE SPACES

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