Precedent Studies.

‘Embracingtheoldandthenew’

Built forms in Canterbury over the years.

The 1588 plan depicts the sense of fluidity and curvature within the Canterbury streets with contrasting complex densities. The forms of the buildings work in cohesion with the River Stour mirroring its shape in a ‘ripple-like’ effect. As time progesses, we can see a more structural and linear arrangement of the streets as the density of buildings increase to accomodate the growing population. The routes of circulation become more clear in the 1754 plan, in addition to a sense of zoning becoming more apparent.

The carved doors found at Christchurch gate in Canterbury Cathedral are constructed from solid oak and were created in 1960. They are completed with iron fixing pins, and the carved arches create a grand mood to the gates which enter into the famous cathedral.

The Westgate Towers have a cylindrical form and are around 18m tall. Originally constructed from kentish ragstone in 1379, it has a strong sense of place being the oldest surviving city gate in England.

Dujardin Mews, Karakusevic Carson Architects.

Located in the London Borough of Enfield, Dujardin Mews is a multi-generational housing redevelopment that was completed in 2017. It relinks pedestrian access of the north and south allowing a sense of community within the residency.

The linear pattern of dwellings with constrasting densities and forms within the two streets gives the development character. The mono-pitched roofs of the three-story townhouses introduce a dynamic street profile; the varying heights of the dwelling also add to this.

The apartment blocks lie on the end of each of the streets creating a sense of enclosure. The interiors of the homes bear tall ceilings and are spacious and adaptable.