Thea Harris
A. Section of the Ferry Wharf B. Montage of Pedestrian Boulevard through to the quad C. Montage, the quad D. Model, campus growth along river E. Design framework diagram
A River Campus Located along the Parramatta River, is the Parramatta Campus of the University of Western Sydney. Already a significant campus, the site has potential for future growth as a major educational institution for Western Sydney. This design proposes a vision of the Parramatta Campus 2050. It explores the potential expansion and development of this site, bringing clarity and coherence to the campus. Re-establishing a connection between the landscape and buildings will create an interactive environment, encouraging the campus to grow and develop outwardly towards the river. A unified core will strengthen its structure and future expansion. A pedestrian boulevard will be established as the main axis connecting the major areas within the campus. This emphasises a pedestrian based hierarchy of circulation and minimises car flow around the campus. Integrating the existing heritage buildings and extending it into the industrial site in Rydalmere will create a series of vital and interesting spaces along the river’s edge. This proposal connects many of the site’s existing strengths, anticipates growth and utilises its surrounding transport resources. Creating an interactive and cohesive framework that appreciates its riverfront location and builds a model of Sydney’s river campus.
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