STRUCTUM “SMART CITY XI”

VILNIUS GEDIMINAS TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY, VILNIUS, LITHUANIA FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE

The Revitalization of Public Parks through cultural Integration and Recreational Activities

(A case of Skaidiski Park, Vilnius, Lithuania)

By SHARPERS

Group: Christopher Osei Kusi (Leader), Rubatsirorwashe Matsongoni, Alex Kirika. An Architectural Design based research submitted to Structum and the Vilnius District Municipality.

September 2022

2.0 STRUCTURES OF PROJECTED BUILDING, BUILDINGS, PART OF THE BUILDINGS……………………………………………………………………………...10

2.1 DESCRIPTIONS AND JUSTIFICATION OF ENGINEERING SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS

3.0 DESCRIPTION OF THE SMART TEECHNOLOGIES USED ……………………..

4.0 GREEN (SUSTAINABLE) SOLUTIONS, RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES USE ………………………………………………………………………………………………11

4.1 SUPPLY OF THE OBJECT WITH ENERGY, RENEWABLE USED………11

4.1.1 ENERGY SOURCES ………………………………………………11

4.1.2 THE USE OF GREEN (SUSTAINABLE) SOLUTIONS………….11

5.0 ECONOMIC INDICATORS OF THE PROJECT PLANNED PELIMINARY INVESTMENT

6.0 USE OF PRODUCTS OFFERED BY SELECTED SPONSORS IN THE PROJECT DESCRIPTION

7.0 LIST OF REFERENCE ………………………………………………………………..12

First Stage

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 PURPOSE OF THE PROJECT

The main purpose of this project is to generate income, contribute to the improvement of the economic environment, and increase employment to help solve social problems in Skaidiškiu village, Nemėžio, Vilnius district.

1.1.1 OVERVIEW

This project consists of two stages. The first and second stages respectively. The first stage covers the analysis of the current situation of the selected object or territory (skaidiski park) under consideration and a general vision of the future of the project. The second stage address the developed vision of the object or territory in detail; providing detailed and economically justified architectural, engineering, design, urban, and other required solutions.

1.1.2 PROBLEM STATEMENT

This section presents the issues addressed by the Vilnius municipality about the current situation at skaidiski park, skaidiskiu village. Currently, the area is not fully adapted for community use. It lacks activities and infrastructure; the area is not suitable for both active and passive leisure. As stated by the Vilnius municipality, the space is deserted, boring, and unattractive to residents. The complex of industrial buildings has negatively affected the territory and has left a mark as well as an image of the territory. Therefore, if innovative environmental management solutions are applied properly, the territory would become an attractive green area of the whole town in all seasons. These solutions will not only make the area attractive but also help to generate income and employment for the residents.

1.1.3 JUSTIFICATION

Lithuania has a rich landscape and culture. It is often described as the land of greens in the Baltics. With all these greens and reserves, the country can redefine these spaces to help boost the socio-economic development of the Vilnius municipality. The Vilnius municipality is covered with green parks and spaces all over the city, and developing these green public spaces through detailed and economically justified architectural and engineering solutions will help not only to generate income for the municipality and its residents but also contribute to improving the economic environment and increasing employment. Throughout the years, urban parks have been recognized as a powerful tool for urban communities and local economies to help address critical urban infrastructure and public health issues. Urban and city parks provide access to recreational opportunities, increase property values, spur local economies, combat crime, and protect cities from environmental impact. And through a detailed and developed vision for Skaidiski park, the residents of Vilnius municipality will be able to integrate their culture into their community.

1.2 TASK

This design-based research seeks to contribute to the revitalization of skaidiski park through the creation of new design, infrastructure, and recreational activities to help boost employment, socio-economic development, and generate income.

1.2.1 OBJECTIVES

The purpose of this study is to revitalize skaidiski park for the residents of skaidiskiu village. Skaidiski village is one of the important territories that the Vilnius municipality wishes to improve with the help of selected sponsors for the project.

Therefore, the objectives of this design research include:

➢ To redesign skaidiski park for passive and active leisure.

➢ To integrate skaidiski park with the culture of the people of skaidiskiu village.

➢ To create an eco-friendly environment to promote public health and sustainability.

➢ To generate income not only for the selected sponsors in the project but also the Vilnius municipality.

➢ To create employment opportunities for the residents of skaidiskiu village and the Vilnius municipality.

1.3 COMPOSITION OF WORK

The work focuses on how skaidiski park could be developed to meet the requirements of the Vilnius municipality. The work comprises of two stages with the provision of graphic materials for your vision and proposal. The first stage highlights the purpose of the project down to the sustainable concept and ideas for the park. The second stage talks about the various solutions which were applied during the design process.

1.3.1 SCOPE

This project seeks to present innovative ideas listed by the Vilnius municipality for skaidiski park. The primary aim of this project is to document, educate and entertain the people of skaidiskiu village. The park will serve as a space where people from the community will gather for cultural and everyday events. It will serve as the urban living room for the people of skaidiskiu village. Before design decisions or ideas will be implemented, research and investigation will be carried out to influence the results of the design. The design for the park will serve as a cultural symbol or object after implementation. It will have spaces to serve different functions at any given time.

The Vilnius municipality came up with some expectations for the territory. The municipality believes these new functions will integrate the territory into the life of the town of skaidiski. And they are:

➢ Culture and active recreation for the residents.

➢ Shaping the landscape of the territory

➢ Improving the ecological conditions and managing the existing greenery

➢ Adaptation to existing landscape when designing.

➢ Adaptation to the structure of the town and the interests of the residents.

➢ The public should be able to use the landscape for the purposes of development, education, and health.

➢ Breakdown of construction work in stages.

➢ Individual buildings or part of buildings or project should be able to be done separately regardless of whether the project is completed or not.

1.3.3 TARGET GROUP

The main target for this project is the people in the town of skaidiski( students, parents, workers, local residents). And another group is the tourists (local and foreign).

1.3.4 PROJECT LOCATION

The project is located in the skaidiskiu village, nemezio sen, Vilnius district. The selected site has an area of 3.40 hectares for common use. The plot of land falls into the BZ functional zone (area of common use, green spaces), where there are possible common use, recreational use, green spaces, public purpose, and other areas. The site is possible for simple temporary construction of short – term recreation buildings, temporary trade pavilions, and amusement parks as suggested by the Vilnius municipality. A territory is a favourable place for public leisure, so it’s a perfect fit for the project.

1.3.5 FUNDING

This project currently will be funded by the Vilnius district municipality and other selected sponsors for this project.

1.4 WORK METHODOLOGY

The overall methodology that is going to be used to make conclusions about the design with reference to the objective and goals of the Vilnius municipality about skaidiski park includes case studies, interviews, and visual surveys during site visitation.

1.4.1 METHODOLOGY

Various means of data gathering would be employed in these design-based research. Two sources of data will be used. Primary and secondary sources respectively.

➢ PRIMARY SOURCE OF DATA

• Interviews: People (residents of skaidiski town) with different views concerning skaidiski park will be contacted.

• Questionnaire: Questionnaires will provide in-depth insight into responses to help people share their opinions on green spaces and skaidiski park.

• All necessary information from the Vilnius municipal will be reviewed and used.

• Visual survey and observation of skaidiski park will be conducted to identify on-site problems and situations.

➢ SECONDARY SOURCE OF DATA

• Internet search

• Journals

• Books

• Photographic recordings

• Case, precedence and special studies will be reviewed to aid the understanding of what goes into the design of a public park and green spaces in general.

The quantitative method will be used in the accumulation of numerical data. Statistical tools such as bar graphs will be used to compile, arrange and interpret the collected data for precise and concise conclusion of the subject matter. While qualitative methods will be used, only, Lwhen necessary, in the assertation of the consequence of actions.

1.5 LITERATURE ANALYSIS

1.5.1LITERATURE REVIEW

After gathering a lot of information from both online and from the Vilnius district municipalities, a review was made and analysed to help arrive at a desirable design.

1.5.1.1 CASE STUDIES

Studies on built and existing public and community parks were also conducted to help reach and make some good decisions whiles designing.