Urban Design Portfolio Carl Mogensen
Contents Addressing the Needs of Teenagers in the Design of Publicly Accessible Urban Spaces - MSc Urban Design Thesis The Shape and Structure of Bray, Co. Wicklow - MSc Urban Design Studio Work Temporary Design for Clark Place, Ballymun, Co. Dublin - MSc Urban Design Studio Work Rathdown Heritage Park Design Strategy, Greystones, Co. Wicklow - Pro Bono for Greystones Tidy Towns The Bouldering Cave, Dundrum, Dublin 14 - Personal Project Carl Mogensen BSc Spatial Planning MSc Urban Design carl_mogensen@yahoo.com 0868402651
Addressing the Needs of Teenagers in the Design of Publicly Accessible Urban Spaces This MSc Urban Design thesis asserts that the needs of teenagers should be considered, and can be provided for, in the design of publicly accessible urban spaces. The investigation combines established theories and concepts of social geography with a study of urban design that focuses on spaces in urban centres that are frequented by teenagers.
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Teenagers at a ‘public distance’
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Publicly accessible space plays an important role in the psychological development of teenagers and their transition from childhood to adulthood. Various types of spaces are used to meet the needs of this age group. The thesis suggests that the physical characteristics of plazas, squares, street corners, laneways and other publicly accessible urban spaces influence whether or not these needs are met.
Following a review of previous studies and existing literature, fieldwork is carried out to examine the relationship between teenagers and urban space. Within two urban centres, four spaces are chosen for a detailed investigation and the findings from the fieldwork are analysed with reference to established theories and concepts. Conclusions are then made as to the potential design interventions that could be implemented in urban centres to better provide for the needs of the thirteen to nineteen year old age group.
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‘The Church’
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Jervis Street
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Jervis Shopping Centre
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Grave Stones
Twilfit House
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Wolfe Tone Street
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Spaces frequently appropriated by single groups of teenagers
Natural barriers that are utilised by teenagers to defend their appropriated space
The Structure and Shape of Bray, Co. Wicklow As part of MSc Urban Design studio work, one week was given to study the urban morphology of Bray, Co. Wicklow and to make a presentation on two A1 boards. While the studio project sought to explore the subject of urban morphology, it’s final presentation was the real challenge: presenting a number of detailed, original maps, to scale, and within a very short period of time.
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Bray in 1870
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Bray in 1969
(population: approx. 6,650)
Railway extended to Bray in 1854 and Tram from Harcourt in 1859 (via Shankill)
Development on north side of river (main entrance) from Dublin city.
Little Bray continues to expland gradually
‘Little Bray’ is formed.
New areas zoned for residential development
Estate / Institutional Architectural Style: Mix of modernist buildings and converted 18 century buildings Building Height: 1-3 storeys Land Uses: Institutional and educational Harbour Area Architectural Style: Mixed Building Height: 1-2 storeys Land Uses: Harbour related industry
Major development between Main Street and seafront.
Corn Mill and Brewery
Newcourt Estate
North Bank Residential Architectural Style: Post 1960s with some Art Deco Building Height: 1-2 storeys Land Uses: Primarily residential - some light industrial
Corn Mill and Brewery Architectural Style: Modernist Building Height: 1-3 storeys Land Uses: Industrial and commercial
Bray develops as a seaside resort during Victorian Era
Road network set out for future development
Little Bray Architectural Style: Georgian and Victorian Building Height: 1-2 storey houses Land Uses: Residential and Commercial
Natural / River Architectural Style: N/A Building Height: N/A Land Uses: Amenity
Harbour used by local fishermen only.
Ravenswell House
(population: 11,680)
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Coastal Victorian Area Architectural Style: Primarily Victorian Building Height: 1-5 storeys Land Uses: Residential and amenity Inner Victorian Area Architectural Style: Primarily Victorian Building Height: 1-5 storeys Land Uses: Primarily residential
New roads set out for future development
Development of a ring road (Boghall Road)
Town Centre Architectural Style: Primarily Georgian and Victorian Building Height: 1-6 storeys Land Uses: Mixed town centre uses Natural Areas / Boundaries Architectural Style: N/A Building Height: N/A Land Uses: Amenity Countryside Residential Architectural Style: Post 1870 mixed Building Height: 1-3 storeys Land Uses: Residential
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Character Areas Mixed Residential (post 1960) Architectural Style: Post 1960 detached and semidetached houses and apartments in Modernist / Post Modernist and Contemporary stlyes. Building Height: 1-2 storey houses and 2-5 storey apartments Land Uses: Primarily residential Derelict / Unkept Land Architectural Style: Mixed (mostly vacant brownfield sites) Building Height: 1-2 storeys Land Uses: No current use Transitional / Mixed Character Area Architectural Style: Post 1930s, low density Building Height: 1-3 storeys Land Uses: Primarily residential and commercial Retail / Neighbourhood Centre Architectural Style: Modernist Building Height: 1-2 storeys Land Uses: Retail and commercial
For this project, historical OS maps and development plans were scanned, and relevent spatial elements of the town were traced in Adobe Illustrator to determine how Bray had changed over the years. A series of maps were also drawn to highlight the expansion of the town, and key character areas were defined. Further concept drawings were created to present notable trends and possibilities for the future expansion of the town.
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Country Road Character Architectural Style: Post 1960s detached housing Building Height: 1-2 storeys Land Uses: Primarily residential
Available Land
Existing Transport Routes (Linear Pattern)
Developed Land Existing Transport Hub and 400m walking zone
Natural Boundary
Institutional / Educational Architectural Style: Mix of modernist buildings and converted 18 century buildings Building Height: 1-3 storeys Land Uses: Institutional and educational Harbour Area Architectural Style: Mixed Building Height: 1-2 storeys Land Uses: Harbour related industry Coastal Victorian Area Architectural Style: Primarily Victorian with some post-1960s buildings Building Height: 1-5 storeys Land Uses: Residential and amenity Inner Victorian Area Architectural Style: Primarily Victorian Building Height: 1-5 storeys Land Uses: Primarily residential Town Centre Architectural Style: Primarily Georgian and Victorian Building Height: 1-6 storeys Land Uses: Mixed town centre uses
Character Areas and Infrastructure 1:15000
Natural Areas / Boundaries Architectural Style: N/A Building Height: N/A Land Uses: Amenity 400m zone around Train Station
Potential Train Station and 400m walking zone Potential Luas Extention and 400m walking zones Reflection of Existing Character Areas and Landuses
Temporary Design for Clark Place, Ballymun, Co. Dublin As part of MSc Urban Design studio work, two weeks were given to develop a temporary design for the 2ha site in Ballymun, Co. Dublin, known as Clark Place.
Layout Plan 1:500 Low planters (1.2m max) Fixed seating and tables
Grass field for informal ball games and potential expansion site for community allotments.
The site originally contained two eight storey spine block buildings and a fifteen storey tower block. These buildings were demolished by Ballymun Regeneration Limited and the site is now vacant.
Community allotments - Low planting and fence to define overall site - Between 12 and 35sqm plots available for rent
Low Priority Entrance
Low Movement
2m wide footpath
Due to the current economic climate, it is possible that the planned mixed-use development for this site may not take place for a number of years and as such, a temporary design solution is proposed.
High Priority Entrance
High Movement
Vehicular and Pedestrain Movement 1:5000
Bring centre
870sqm surface car park with structural elements to break monotony of surfacing
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Existing Horizons Building (Ballymun Youth Action Project)
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Secondary covered area: - 5m high structure on eastern portion of subject site to reinforce edge of Ballymun Road. - Can be used for a variety of events and activities but primarily to be used by parents and guardians of children in playground opposite.
1.5m high performers’ backdrop and graffiti wall
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Weekend Market Street - 4m wide street with three partially covered areas (4m at highest point) - to be lined by market stalls on weekends.
1300sqm playground with 1.3m high fence to allow for passive surveillance while providing for child safety
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Covered area: - 4m high structure on eastern portion of subject site to reinforce edge of Ballymun Road. - Primarily for the use of allotment owners (gardening workshops) but can also be used for other events and activities.
Low planting (50 - 100cm)
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10m high rectangular galvanised steel poles: - To provide height along the eastern edge of the subject site and thereby improve the height to width ratio of this section of Ballymun Road. - The poles will be spaced apart to allow for access whilst providing a continuous edge to the site. - Painted with oranges, reds and yellows, these poles will also add colour to the otherwise dull area.
Proposed Site Entrances 1:5000
Sections: 1:500
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Covered area: - 4m high structure on eastern portion of subject site to reinforce edge of Ballymun Road. - Can be used for a variety of events and activities.
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Sections through Ballymun Road 1:5000 / 1:500
Building Heights 1:5000
Proposed Site Heights 1:5000
Tall trees (up to 20m) to define southern edge while allowing for access
Main covered area: - 10m high structure to act as focal point for cross roads. - Open to all sides for safety and passive surveillaence - Can be used for a variety of events and activities - Simple, lightweight structure to allow for quick and easy removal if site is to be developed
It is proposed that the subject site will provide a base of operations for a variety of events and activities that will focus on community consultation in relation to the regeneration of the town. This two year project will seek to strengthen the community, promote public participation, discuss the successes and failures of Ballymun’s regeneration and develop ideas for the town’s future.
Planting
Clark Place will be developed as a linear park which will contain a series of covered structures that will host events such as workshops, public lectures, and displays. These areas will also provide a space for formal and informal entertainment as well as a weekend market and various other events that may arise during the project’s life time. In addition to these covered structures, Clark Place will contain community allotments, open spaces, a playground, surface car parking, planting, structural elements and street furniture.
Facilities
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Covered structure along the proposed Weekend Market Street (Not to scale)
(Not to scale) Main Covered Structure (Not to scale)
Existing Horizons Building
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Southern Elevation 1:500
Design Objectives: -
To create an active edge to better define Ballymun road To provide a network of pedestrian paths to improve permeability and promote activity To develop appropriate height to width ratios along ballymun road To provide facilities to emphasise the importance of community involvement and social activity To provide a focal point at the Ballymun Road / Balbutcher Lane Intersection
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Rathdown Heritage Park, Greystones, Co. Wicklow The subject site in North Greystones, Co. Wicklow gained local attention through the clean up efforts of the Redford Park Residents Association and Wicklow County Council in March 2010. Local residents were later invited to submit their ideas and opinions on the future use of the site. Having lived in Redford Park for ten years, and with my background in Urban Design and Spatial Planning, I prepared a document to express my views and opinions and to provide a basis upon which a final design strategy could evolve. The document has since been adopted by the Greystones Tidy Towns Committee and construction of phase one is underway.
The design strategy suggests a ‘bottom-up’, phased approach that can be carried out as funding becomes available and as the site matures. It is considered that this approach is more flexible and more realistic than a masterplan and can allow for continued community involvement - essential for developing a sense of pride and ownership for the neglected site.
The Bouldering Cave, Dundrum, Dublin 14 When it rains, rock climbers hone their skills by climbing indoors. Some fanatics even go as far as designing and building their own training facilities. The Bouldering Cave in Dundrum is a personal project that combines my passion for rock climbing with my passion for design and construction.
Space was limited to an unusual disused basement with no natural light and very little access to allow large sheets of plywood to be brought in. In addition, the owners of the space would not allow the structure to be bolted into the walls and as such it had to be entirely self-supported.
The Bouldering Cave has since been modified to allow children (my nieces, nephew and their friends) to learn basic rock climbing skills and techniques. Padded flooring and larger climbing holds, spaced closer together, allow children to practice movement in a safe environment. It has been a major attraction at birthday parties and is a fun and lively space for all age groups.