URBAN COMPOSITION

The urban composition is made up of various elements that create interesting nodes. A major one for example is the intersection at Oakman and Grand River. It has been reinvigorated with retail shops, civic buildings, and housing. The framework of the area is based around dilapidated neighborhoods that have been reintegrated with the site to create a sense of community. Some edges of the site are constrained with challenging barriers such as the freeway of I-96 and the overpowering industrial district pushing against neighborhoods. The newly zoned areas and added vegetation combat this and enhances the living condition.