1. Site Selection
I have broken down the site-selection process into the following topics: •
Location
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Neighborhood Context
Choosing a site for a residential tower based on many
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Infrastructure / Circulation
factors, i.e.: (nature-climate-man made-social and
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Size and Zoning
economic) must be examined
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Nature & Climate
Where to build and how to build on the site have an
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Natural and Physical Features
impact on the local and global environments, also
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Special features/uniqueness
physical and psychological well-being. With today’s dwindling resources and increasing pollution threats, concern for human and environmental health are causing me to take closer look to the tower practices starting with the site. The site have to be positioned in the community properly, and should be close to work, schools, shopping, etc. That’s will minimize travel distances and time. Short distances, sidewalks, bus stops and metro stations will allow for healthier modes of transportation. In addition, according to the skyscraper definition and purpose, I have to position it into an area which has the same characteristics of high density, wealth social community, proportions and vertical fabrics. When looking at locations I also consider the size of the area. I focused on metro areas also,I avoided small communities because I don’t think the demand is there. The main reason for this is that the small community typically has very relaxed zoning regulations and the land prices are not expensive enough. I specifically selected sites that has the right zoning classification and no restrictions before I consider any other property. The reason is two-fold: First, the site plan is very important to the Tower design because it has to be a part of the surrounding communities, Second, I need to feel more comfortable with what I have to do to develop the project and the hall area.
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