Drumchapel | Resurrecting an Area 1 | Masterplanning

Drumchapel Masterplan

Part I

Resurrecting an Area

PREPARED BY : HRISTO INDZHOV

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UNIT 5 - URBAN DESIGN STUDIES UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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University of Strathclyde Department of Architecture

2018

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INTRODUCTION The project aims to repair one of the most deprived areas in Scotland - Drumchapel. Going through 3 phases the project deals with various aspects of Urban Design.

This booklet encapsulates, the most essential part of the Analysis part, a brief representation of Strategy part and the culmination comes with Master-planning part.

The Proposal gives a detailed overview over - how Drumchapel will develop in the next 30 years.

The Project is developed under the supervision of Glasgow City Council and Glasgow Housing Association.

Author: HRISTO INDZHOV

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CONTENTS: - Analysis

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- Vision and Strategy

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- Foundation Masterplan and Phases of development

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- Detailed Masterplan

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- Green Spaces and Ecology

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- Character Areas and Special Places

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AnalysIS

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Methodology and Course Structure

Semester 1 The project started with a complete analysis of Drumchapel. The analysis was composed from 5 main aspects to give us better understanding of the area and to outline some major problems e.g. density etc.

The second part of Semester 1 was to create a strategy for development and propose a plan for development - this segment of the project is the major foundation of a detailed masterplan and gives a good overview of the strategy for the area in the next 20-30 years.

Semester 2 Using the information gathered during semester 1 and following the estabished strategy, I propose a more detailed strategy for a chosen piece of land of drumchapel, followed by Detailed masterplan and Local urban codes. The main goal is to improve the area and create a better urban realm.

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History of Drumchapel Fig. 1 - Drumchapel 1914

Evidence of prehistoric development could be discovered within the area. Antonine wall - is a good example that support the statement that some form of settlement was formed and the area was occupied hundreds of years ago.

The real development of the area started 18th century with so called “Garscadden house” - “famous for its decorative Southern Gates known as the ‘Girnin Gates’ which featured bronze lion heads. To the astonishment of the locals the heads appeared to cry when it rained and so was much publicized in the locality and beyond. (Craig, 2003). In the 20th century, the house provided accommodation for evacuees during the second world war and in 1959 it was lost to fire.”

(History and stories booklet, 2017)

Fig. 2 - Drumchapel ,1958

The more noticeable development of the area started in the beginning of 20th century when Train station was introduced in Drumchapel and other important buildings. “A well-known family in Drumchapel during the Victorian period was Mr. Andrew S. Goldie, his wife and family opened the first shop in this district. It was a Stationary-newsagent and general store. After a time, the post office section of the shop was opened, and Mr. Goldie became the first Postmaster had the honor of being the first janitor for the village school, built in 1902. Mrs. Goldie was later given the honor, as the oldest inhabitant of the village, of naming Golf Drive, adjacent to Garscadden Road.” (History and stories booklet, 2017) As a result more roads and links were established in the district.

In the 50s of the 20th century schools and other public buildings were introduced as well as factories providing jobs for many people in the area. Later in 60s the population reaches its peak at 34 000 people (compared to 13 000 people nowadays)

Fig. 3 - Drumchapel , 2017

In the last decade of the 20th century most of the factories were closed, as a possible result the population declined to 16 000 people. The series of action were undertook but without noticeable results.

As a result nowadays Drumchapel is one of the most deprived areas in Glasgow and in Scotland in general.

With vast areas of empty lands and huge number of cul-de-sacs, vehicle orientated street network, bad connection with the city centre etc.

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Location

Fig. 4 - Drumchapel district within the context of Glasgow

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Hristo Indzhov /// University of Strathclyde Drymchapel is located on the periphery of city of Glasgow, as a gateway between urban realm and the green belt. The site is characterized as one of the most deprived areas in Glasgow and Scotland. The site was designed for around 30 000-35 000 people, but nowadays no more than 13 000 people live there. The site could be characterized with huge blocks (visible even at small scale), arguably undeveloped public transport’s connections with the city center and lack of activities.

The District is greatly influenced by modernist ideas, characterized with big urban blocks, series of long buildings, lack of diversity etc. The areas, also, lacks of amenities to satisfy contemporary lifestyle.

Last, but not least the area is defined by “drums” which to a big extend defy the street network and the lack of connectivity.

Moreover, drums physically outline the neighborhoods. Another aspect is the character of the buildings’ facades - it is endlessly repeated across the district.

Fig, 5 - Photo of the area

Fig, 6 - Photo of the area

Fig. 7 - Drumchapel - site boundaries

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S.W.O.T. - Analysis Based on 1st semester work 1. Strenghts

2. Weaknesses

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(1)Strong sense of community and territoriality.

(2)Gateway to the Antonine wall.

(3)Green belt and woodland.

(4)The topography provides interesting natural forms.

(1) Lack of a good connection between train station and district node.

(2) Insufficient public transport.

(3) The connectivity and accessibility problems.

Car dependants.

Lack of retailers.

Deprivation in the area.

Ethnical and financial homogeneity of the residents.

(10)Lack of good connectivity.

Streets are car friendly instead of pedestrian friendly.

There is a lack of easily accessible and straightforward North- South and East- West connection.

Noise pollution.

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3. Opportunities

4. Threats

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(1) Emphasize the historic monuments in the area.

Improve and strengthen the sense community.

(3) Opportunity for leisure activities and rehabilitation buildings.

(4) Improve permeability.

(5) Define gateways (6)Improve the public transport accessibility.

Introduce more amenities and better distributed Design some iconic buildings in the area.

(10) Relocate the train-station closer to the district note.

Attract young professionals in the area.

1. The soil conditions create difficulties.

Due to mining activity in the past problems might occur and good ground analysis is required.

(3)Flooding risks in some areas.

Keep the character of the area.

Protect the natural green spaces.

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Known Issues...

1. Density

For the last 60-70 years the population of Drumchapel is constantly declining from 35 000 people in the 60s to 13 000 people in 2017. This leads to vast areas of vacant land, lack of amenities, almost no local business and empty streets. The area lacks people between 18 - 64 years old, most of the households are single parents, the area lacks cultural and ethnic diversities. (Planning Framework Booklet, 2017) To sum up, people don't live there because they want, but because they have to.

2. Green Spaces

Most of the green spaces in the area are actually deprived lands. The maintenance of green spaces in the area is quite low based on the bad aesthetic qualities of the greenery and amount of garbage.

Overall biodiversity is low except for the few places. A green corridors between designed open and open green spaces would drastically improve the overall quality of the district.

3. Amenities

The amount of amenities is extremely insufficient for the district and for the need of modern community. Moreover, the amenities are clustered only in the central part of the district which makes them inaccessible for people without cars. As a future strategy, there should be more amenities better distributed and located within walking distance.

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4. Street network

The problem with the street network is mainly result of the complicated topography. As a result the district is composed by huge urban blocks and very unfriendly pedestrian network. The area itself has a great potential, but new streets/roads should be introduced. The network need a "backbone" to support all the peripheral streets.

5. Topography

The topography is both an issue and an advantage. It creates many problems in terms of connections and expenses but at the same time create interesting and dynamic place for living.

6. Centrality

Drumchapel doesn't hold a central location for Glasgow which to some extend defy lower density compared to some more central areas. on the other hand it makes it perfect as a location for cheaper houses/flats.

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Glasgow city plan of development Drumchapel* * authors’ annotation

Fig. 8 - Spatial Representation of the plan to achieve the four strategic objectives (GCC, 2016a)

GCC’s City Development Plan lays in four key directions: economic growth, sustainable development, connectivity and resilience. Within the strategic plan, Drumchapel is already envisioned as a centre in the metropolitan network.

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Vibrant Place

This objective is in a immediate connection with the economic development of the area and diversification. It has a direct impact on the community and how desirable for living a curtain area is. The economic growth is achieved not only by big factories and office building but by local small shops and local business.

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Sustainable Place

Sustainability is not always related to green spaces and park. In this case a carefully designed streets promoting diverse environment and good density meant to stimulate quality of life and activities on the street, while consider issues like management and maintenance.

Moreover, promote safe environment and stimulate the sense of safety. Parallel with that, an efficient distribution of open green spaces forming a green network. Renewable resources are also priority.

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Fig. 9 - Relationships of Glasgow City Development Plan (GCC, 2016a)

Fig. 10 -What is City Resilience?

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Connected Place

The main purpose of this strategic focus is to ensure the ability to move freely in the city. The importance of public transport and infrastructure is key to a successful city. The goal is to reduce the car dependency and ensure less pollution and safer environment for cyclists and pedestrians. It is important all districts/town centres to be well connected through public transport and ensure easy access to variety of shops and services.

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Green Place

The focus is the green belt and how to protect and develop it or regenerated. The development of vacant and unused land into maintained green spaces, which will contribute for a better environmental quality. Linking open spaces would result in prioritising pedestrian and cyclists routes. Green spaces shall promote high biodiversity, attractive environment and improve quality of urban environment. Where possible and available protect and improve areas around monuments and landmarks.

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Conclusion Drumchapel is a district with huge potential, the area has a good location between the green belt and the city. After a well planed intervention the area might become desired again and reach the population it was initially designed for. To achieve this numerous aspect should be considered and developed - street network, building typology and diversity, green spaces and green network, public spaces, amenities, connection with city centre in terms of public transport etc.

Clearly, a new plan for the area is necessary to revive the area and bring back people. The new plan shall satisfy needs of the modern society and provide economic development for the local business through mixed use buildings, this not only will increase the investments in the area, but will significantly increase the number of amenities and will provide more attractive and dynamic environment. In addition, mixed use environment has positive effect over the crime rate and fear of crimes.(Romice et al.,2016) In terms of landmarks, there are some in the area, but they need to be more expressed and expressed. They give a character to the area and strengthen the community spirit.

Every aspect should be carefully planned and discussed with both locals and city council.

The collaboration should be transparent. The main goal is to fulfill needs of the local community and create a better environment for future generations, so design through collaboration is highly recommended for all of the main aspects of the design process.

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Stakeholders

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VIsIon And Strategy

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Vision

My vision is Drumchapel to become semi-autonomous township.

The district should expand to approximately 25 000 people and should provide them with amenities and services which allows community to fulfill its modern lifestyle.

Moreover, to build a strong community and advocate economic growth for the area.

On the other hand, create safe and attractive environment for different age groups and ethnics. Nevertheless, the area to be well connected with surrounding areas and the city centre - not only in terms of street network but also in terms of public transport.

The main goal is to create a new backbone for the area, with attractive town centre and main transport connection within 5 min walk. Around the district centre(node) to cluster various of small shops and services. The street network should provide a good connectivity and easy to orientation. In addition, the network to be pedestrian friendly with small blocks and maintained sidewalks, the streets promote walking instead of driving with various elements to decrease the speed and discourage car usage.

Next, the area should have a continues green network connecting public green spaces and create better looking streets. Parallel with the green network cyclist routes would be proposed - to stimulate bicycles usage over cars and provide safer environment for cyclists.

1. Economy

2.Density & Diversity

3. Healthy Environment

Based on the discovered problems there are few branches where the proposed masterplan should focus. By achieving these goals, the proposal would be a step closer to a better living environment.

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1. Economy

Fig. 11 - Connectivity

The main factor to support a good economy development for an area is the accessibility and connectivity these aspects are in immediate connection with the street network. That is why I propose more dense network to empower movement within the district. The main element is the new main district road which goes through the middle of the area and acts like backbone.

Amenities and services would be clustered around main streets and around the district and neighborhood nodes. The ideas is to provide within a walking distance enough amenities to serve the community without being car dependent. This would be achieved mainly by mixeduse building with public ground floor. As a result the utilitarian physical activities would be stimulated (Frank et al. 2003)

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2. Density & Diversity

Fig. 12 - Density and diversity

Current population of Drumchapel is approx. 13 000 people. The main idea is to double this number. It will be achieved through urbanize the vacant lands.

Moreover, the area will be organized in district with neighborhoods where the density will be focused.

Next, diversity will be achieved on many levels building typology, building heights, usage, materials, etc. The are would be informally divided by areas that would follow the same architectural language and similar typology. This would create both sense of belonging and will brake the monotonous design. In terms of building materials architects would be free to use materials of their choice.

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3. Healthy Environment

Fig. 13 - Healthy environment

In terms of green spaces drumchapel has many vacant lands , but currently there is no maintenance and instead of attracting people they actually repulse them. In my proposal, green spaces would be connected with green corridors, which will create a continues park. Moreover, it could significantly increase the aesthetic qualities of the area and help actually to create the greenest area in Glasgow. Another advantage of the trees on the sidewalks is that the create a natural barrier against the noise and reduce the direct sunlight that hit the building facade during summer. Green Spaces would be distributed equally and they should be maintained properly.

As Zion suggested in 1963 well distributed small parks work better than one big park. In my case, the big natural park is provided anyway but my mission is to introduce series of small accidental green spaces. The idea is to provide an open green space within walking distance to every building in the area.

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Concept plan

Concept plan proposal shows all the main inspiration as a diagram. Here it is how all the elements work together and how they complement each other.

Fig. 14 - Existing plan

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Fig. 15 - Concept plan

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The main focus is through the area to create series of small but meaningful spaces or even places.

Next, the overall concept avoid big urban blocks or mega blocks. Moreover cul-desacs are reduced to minimum- something that is advocated by Jacobs (1961). Overall, the concept creates continues network of pedestrian orientated streets with trees along side.

Another principle that the proposal follows is the diversity and dynamic - instead of creating endless grid of equal sized urban block - the proposed masterpaln is adapted to the existing topography and creates diferent urban blocks both in terms of shape and sizes.

Fig. 19 - Sprawl repair industry - before (DPZ, n.d.)

The street network is designed with attention to the details and with different techniques to reduce the speed and discourage car usage.

Parallel with that to encourage walking and bicycle usage. In addition, to provide cyclists and pedestrians with safe environment.

The proposal avoid vacant lands and uses every bit of land, the idea is to create pleasant space from every corner or slope. The masterplan advocate mixed use buildings as key element for economic development of the area. the mixed use buildings would be located around main roads/streets and in the neighborhood and district centers.

Fig. 20 - Sprawl repair industry - after (DPZ, n.d.)

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Strategic Plan

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Strategic plan (Semester 1 work) (Group 4, 5A project, Urban Design Project, 2017)

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Directions for Development

Drumchapel

2. Economic

3. Healthy environment

4. Infrastructure

Partnership between locals and City Council

Good Maintenance

Accessible Public Transport

1. Density and Diversity Stop Population Leakage

Improve Well-being

Diversity of services and amenities

Accessible and Well-designed Open Space

Local Business Development More Accessible Public Services

District and Neighbourhood Centres Development

Promote Tourism

Networks and Connections

Gateways and Thresholds Time and Scale Management of Interventions

Energy, Water and Waste Management

Glasgow City Development Plan

Economy and Society

Infrastructure and Environment

Health and Wellbeing Leadership and Strategy

Fig. 21 - Based on Diagram - “Routes for improvement” , 1 semester work (Group 4, 5A project, Urban Design Project, 2017)

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1. Density and Diversity: - Make the area more aesthetically pleasant and provide amenities to satisfy community needs - Provide typology of residential buildings that can accommodate more people and will be adequate to residents' needs - Public ground floor may provide place for local business.

- Distribute amenities in a manor to serve community all around the area.

- Make tourist destination more accessible.

2. Economy - The outcome will satisfy needs of the community.

- More diversity will result in more attractive and profitable place for conducting business.

- Development of the local business will improve the economic status of the community.

- The development of the district and neighborhood centre is mandatory to create a better place for living.

- Improving tourism will bring visitors to the area which makes the place better for conducting business

3. Healthy Environment - If green spaces are not maintained well they have negative effect on the way people see a curtain place - if the neighborhood provide a diverse set of amenities and services it is more likely people to visit them walking instead of using the car and go to the city centre for example. As Romice et al.(2016) calls it "non-purposeful exercise" - The development of the district and neighborhood centre is mandatory to create a better place for living - It would be beneficial for the area if provide it integrated system for management of energy, water and waste.

4. Infrastructure: - The public transport is with great importance when the design targets to reduce the car dependence and usage.

- It is important for the proposal to provide efficient network of streets that connects efficiently the area with surrounding and provide efficient internal connections.

- It is good to have clearly established thresholds to the area.

- In terms if time and scale planning, it is important to start developing the infrastructure from the most crucial part - the backbone(the main district roads).

- Integrated systems for rainwater should be considered.

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Concept Precedents

Upton is a great example of pedestrian friendly environment with wide and maintained sidewalks pleasant atmosphere and good housing quality. I find it very useful in terms of housing typology and street network.

Fig. 22 - Upton, Northampton

Bo01, is an example showing the result of diversity on terms of architectural style and materials.

By this very dynamic atmosphere is created. The streets are not organized in typical grid which creates many small spaces taken by greenery and on the other hand, discourage car use.

Fig. 23 - Upton, Northampton

Fig. 24 - Bo01, Malmo

Fig. 25 - Bo01, Malmo

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Concept Precedents

Fig. 28 - Vaubau, Freiburg Fig. 26 - Wisbech, England

Fig. 27 - Wisbech, England

Fig. 29 - Vaubau, Freiburg

Vauban, is and example of ecologically friendly environment and biodiversity. Car usage in the area is almost banned. Which makes it perfectly safe place for pedestrians and cyclists. To some extend I find these measurements too cruel, so it is not something that will be completely interpret in my proposal.

Wisbech and Rieselfeld are areas with very good examples of mixed use and urban environment. Advocating mainly multifamily residential buildings these two areas are great example for organizing and developing semi-autonomous township..

Fig. 30 - Rieselfeld, Freiburg

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Plan of work

Semester 1

Analysis Strategy Semester 2

Masterplan Areas Street Network Foundation masterplan Local urban code Detailed Masterplan Plots + Passports Buildings Streets and Public spaces Special Places

Fig. 31 - Methodology

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What is the design process?

The proposal is a result of detailed analysis and detailed strategy. During the first semester the main task was to understand in depth problems related to drumchapel and carefully organize this knowledge into strategy how to improve the area. Strategy covers carries the hearth of the proposal. It is the stage of the design process that mostly defines the direction in wich the project will develop.

The semester is composing a masterplan based on established strategy. To put it this way, it is a detailed representation of a wishful thinking.

How to make a successful masterplan?

A successful masterplan derives from a good understanding of existing problems in the area and proper solution for them. Most importantly, it comes from the needs of the community.

The entire process is constant going back and double check of different layers of information. Later comes the attention to the details and transforming the spaces in places.

Why do we need masterplan?

Masterplanning is important because it creates a rules for the next 30-50 years. Without a good masterplan area would end up in chaotic conglomerate of buildings and urban forms. Moreover, through masterplanning we can ensure that the right amount of services and amenities would be provided, as well as, public transport connection and the right density to support all of them.

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Foundation Masterplan and Phases of Development

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Foundation masterplan Processing Area to be transformed:

Fig. 32 - Transformation area

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I consider the chosen area to be from a crucial significance to the entire district, because of its central(geographically) location. This is the area that could be considered the hearth of drumchapel and from here is most likely to trigger the series of intervention that could activate the domino effect and help of the development of the entire area.

The area of work is 60.7 Ha and could give a good sense of how the density, typologies, Streets would change based on their proximity to central nodes or other important spaces. On the other hand locally this area is among the 5% of the most deprived areas(Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation 2016) which makes the need of intervention in the area from a significant importance.

Fig. 33 - In red - 5 % of the most deprived areas (Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation 2016)

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Street network:

Fig. 34 - Proposed Street Network

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The street network is composed of 3 main types of streets Main district road, main neighborhood road/Secondary road and Local streets/ Shared spaces. Based on the location, centrality, connectivity and purpose streets are categorized under one of these types.

Briefly , main district roads start from the main road connection districts with the city centre and goes through the entire area - withing drumchapel I have identified 2 roads from that type. The junction between them is considered and called within this document as Central district node or main district node. The second type is the secondary streets and street that form neighborhood centres/ neighborhood nodes. These roads are usually like branches coming out of the main district road. The third type are Local streets these are narrow streets usually without amenities located along them.

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Street network Stages

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Fig. 35 - Stages of proposed network

As Mentioned earlier within this document the roads would be developed stage by stage. Starting with the Blue ones(diagram above), then green ones and last but not least, yellow links. The main goal, is the embrace the District centre and to some extend neighborhood centres where all the activity would happens and in next stages fill the gaps. The sequence of the streets is based how a specific link is needed within the area.

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Public transport

Fig. 36 - Existing public transport

The existing public transport network could be defined as "corridor" of buses to some extend this embrace the development on 1 street but makes this type of transport quite unaccessible for people living away from this corridor.

In the proposal I make, the "corridor" starts to look more like a "tree" which provide a buss link in close proximity to every part of the developed area. On the other hand, I meeting I would like to propose direct bus link from drumchapel to university in Glasgow this could bring many young professional in the area .

Fig. 37 - Proposed public transport

Outside the designed area is the new train station (marked on the diagram). obviously most of the bus routes goes next to the station(explained in more details in Strategy booklet) which would significantly increase the connectivity between drumchapel and other areas around and further form here.

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Identify Coding areas Fig. 38 - Areas based on location

Transitional Area Peripheral Area Central Neighborhood Area Peripheral District Area Central District Area

Boundary treatment

Plot Usage

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Why is it important?

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This aspect control the provision, the size and the type of fences/ walls - which has effect on the privacy and space atmosphere.

Based on the location few types are proposed: Type 1- 600mm high brick wall with 600mm high railing above, hedge planted behind.

Type 2- 2000mm high brick wall (only used for back boundaries of the plot.

Type 3 - 1200mm high brick wall (preferably for back of the plot where lanes or alleys are provided) Type 4- 600- 1200mm high hedge or plants.

Type 5- no phisical boundary *Solid fence/wall above 1200mm on a street boundary is strictly forbidden.

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Why is it important?

This section defines the “nature” of the buildings. It is probably the most important bit and the one with biggest reflection over the area. Based on the type of the area different type of uses are expected: Central District Area - Commercial, Professional and Residential (mainly high density, mixed-use) uses are expected.

Peripheral District Area - Commercial and Residential(medium density).

Central Neighborhood Area - Residential(medium density, mixed-use) and Commercial.

Peripheral Area - Residential(low density) Transitional - Residential(medium density)

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Identify Street fronts

Fig. 39 - Street fronts

Facades that require special attention Possibility for public fronts Public fronts Secondary roads Main District road

Building frontage

Why is it important?

This section defines a public ground floor must be designed and where could be designed.

To some extend this aspect control where some kind of activities would happen. The ideas is to cluster amenities around major arteries and nodes and provide sufficient diversity of shops and products to satisfy modern community.

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Plot-based masterplanning

What is plot based masterplanning

By this type of masterplanning there is a curtain extend of control over the future buildings. For every plot there is a passport which simply informs what could what could not be designed in the plot.

These plot passport are related to the areas defined page 38. For example, in the central district area the buildings are expected be higher in terms of stories and thats why there passports suggest building heights between 12 and 15 meters. On the other hand, as more central location the minimum green space for the plot is significantly lower than areas designated for family houses.

Next, the plot base master planning can guarantee a better correlation between adjacent plots and leave enough space for diversity in terms of style, materials, forms and even typologies.

In the next pages more detailed information about the rules would be given.

Advantages The advantage of the type of development is that it creates dynamic and diverse urban blocks. Moreover, requirements are more detailed and better represents what is allowed within this plot. Compared to block based masterplanning where criterias are far more general and the result is far more monotonous and does not serve the community as good as plot based. Moreover, this type of development does not affect the architects freedom because it just defines the most general things like boundaries, heights etc.

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Building Type

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This is the section which control the type of building - attached, detached, semi-attached. Moreover, it characterize if a curtain plot will be for a family residence or multifamily residence.

This allows the masterplan to define the character of the area and to some extend control the density. Next, this aspect gives the masterplan the power to control the distribution of amenities and services around the area.

This is the section is another tool to control the size of the buildings and prevent building enormous buildings. This is important aspect to keep building in human scale and in case of big plots in transitional area to control the size of the buildings.

Minimum Green Coverage

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This is important tool to provide enough space between buildings and improve overall percent of green spaces within area. Moreover, this aspect helps to achieve more biodiversity and create more sustainable area.

Why is it important?

Building height is in immediate connection with the density.

This aspect gives the masterplan the power to control the height and keep the buildings with reasonable heights. Not only this but guarantee that the building in one area will be approximately with the same height and can keep buildings within the area more human-sized.

Based on the plot, maximum height (from ground level to the eaves) could be: Max. 15m; Max. 12m; Max. 10m or Max. 7m

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This aspect control where adjacent plots could be merged in one.

This aspect control how many percents from the plot be built.

This is important aspect, because it ensure open spaces and private gardens within the plots. Moreover, this affects the overall greenery of the area and has huge impact on the areas atmosphere. The plot coverage varies based on the location of the plot more central to the district centre plots have higher percent coverage, while plot in the periphery of the area has lower percent.

This is crucial aspect for central areas where the target is to provide as many plots as possible to support diversity and variety. This protects central parts from being merged while gives to other areas the option to merge 2 smaller plots into one bigger. this gives owners more options to invest in their land.

Building Lines Why is it important?

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This is important element defining the atmosphere of streets. Moreover, it has direct result on the privacy of the buildings.

The buildings in the central parts are more unlikely to setback. While private houses in the peripheral areas are more likely to be have a setback and provide a semi private garden in front of the building.

No elements should exceed maximum extended area of development. Every block should provide enough space at the back(min 5m to the site boundary.

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Phases 1st phase

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Fig. 39 - Stage 1 of development Fig. 40 - Central area in contrast to existing buildings The first stage could be called - “Defining the District centre” or even “Conception of a District” this will start with the proposed main district street and will continue in time with development of the urban blocks around it.

It is planned that this stage will continue form 2019-2029.

The ideas is slowly to move the activity from the “arguably” existing district centre. Moreover, this is the area with the highest density, which makes it highly important in the fight with deprivation.

While focusing on the main centre, some development would happen in the area of neighborhood centres located in the periphery of the area of work.

This stage will lay down the foundation of future smooth transition between building typologies, street typologies and ect.

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2nd phase

The second stage , called “Connect the dots” At this stage the areas developed during the first stage would be connected and the focus goes mainly on the area considered more important and 2nd to empty lands.

The ideas is to get the maximum of the existing areas and keep the good dwellings as long as possible.

This stage is focused on the medium density buildings and improving the street network. At this point the network could completely satisfy the need of the district with these buildings on it.

This stage would happen approximately between 2030 - 2040.

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3rd phase The third stage is called “ Fill the gaps”.

It aims to fill the empty lands and provide more expensive type of buildings (Single family house with private courtyards) The vision is that at this point Drumchapel would become desired place where people would want to live and enjoy semi suburban type of life.

It is clear that the master plan is only one of the endless series of possibility. However, the reason I chose this typology to fill the gaps is because I am skeptical that the area of work could attract more than 5 000 people due to its location. If I am wrong this last stage could be continuing of the middle density typology and target 7-8 000 people for the area. That is why the areas Chosen for this stage are in a direct proximity to district or neighborhood centres.

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