TRAVERSING STIMULI Evoking the Senses Through Nature and the Built Environment. A design based on the experiential journey at the 1000 Steps, Dandenong, VIC. Introduction to Site.
Fight or Flight Responses activated in the human body. Reaction to either understimulation or overstimulation.
Private vs. Public Social Interaction
Creation of Lane Ways.
Auditory Connection to Nature
Memories are stored in the same part of the brain as navigation. The built environment evokes certain emotions and feelings due to this inherent connection.
Visual/Physical Connection to Nature
COMMUNITY BUILDING BBQ
PAST - 1897
PRESENT PHYSIO
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Allocation of Buildable Plots. PLAYGROUND
CAFE ENTRY
PRIMARY CARE
Footprint of Buildings Created.
Incorporating Public Transport.
- Improved / Easier Access to Facilities.
Integrating Greenery from Neighbouring Sites.
- Catalyst for future redevelopment to the west.
BEYOND BIOPHILIA - STUDIO 13
Improved Circulation Through the Site. - Creating an unrestricted flow.
Accommodating proposed Storm Water Collection. - Improved user experience due to presence of water.
Integration into site. -Variation in levels following the natural topography.
Scale: 1:500 @ A1
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DAVID GERBER - 774234 - STUDIO E