PATTERNS ON CONTROL CONTROL OF SURFACE RUN OFF AND RAINFALL INTO WATER SQAURE Using natural terrain and design strategies, the flow of water across the site is directed into a water square Based on the natural terrain of the site, a comprehensive water system pattern was derived in order to maximise water collection on the site and use it for recreational purposes. The drains slope towards the water sqaure which function as an integral public square. Further, to prevent flooding, the water network is connected to the natural water system based on GIS data.
Water Square Primary water network
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Zones where pattern is implemented
PATTERNS ON SAFETY NATURAL SURVEILLANCE Addressing urban insecurity by using placing more eyes on the streets In order to create a safe environment, Jane Jacobs precribes a method of ‘placing eyes on the street’ in order to induce a sense of safety on the streets. This forms the basis of thi pattern by the zoning of active facades along streets in order to create this ‘natural policing’. Active programmes include storefronts, bars, pubs, restaurants , social activities and important entrances and exits. (Reference: Safe and secure cities by Paul van Soomeren)
Zones where pattern is implemented
Pattern for natural surveillance