ORDER: ANALYSIS When thinking about space in an insecure neighborhood, the question of safety is always a concern. Certain layouts and spatial relationships allow for a more controlled environment that can discourage unacceptable behavior. By using a system that creates only primary paths through the building, the individual is never in a space which is unwatchable, and therefore unsafe. Creating the greatest opportunity for interaction was a priority for the design because it significantly contributes to the strength of the community as a whole. Lack of interaction and trust among neighbors reduces concern for the welfare of the street or the community. Studying the relationships between different entry points, and examining the importance of order within the building in a variety of layouts, the strongest idea clearly presented itself: a simple system to order the building allowing only for main hallways and one central space that is visible from any point in the building and that could distribute the individual to any other point. This core and path system provides a clear means to navigate the building, eliminating the need for a confusing secondary path system.
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