let’s loiter:
in blocks, shapes and lines VOID DECKS OF CHONG PANG
cracks across the void deck flooring:
a common construction fault, reparished using a darker-coloured cement to save costs. this forms a curious network of lines and pathways, giving the void deck not just a sense of renewal, but also a hidden system.
within my site area, blk 114 has lifts A-F. the doors have a distinctive diamond shape on its parallel glass panes – vaguely resemblant to the tessellated diamond tiles at these lift lobbies.
a quiet afternoon, blk 114
chessboard on a void deck table, blk 116
void deck, [n.]
open space located on the ground floor of housing and development board blocks of flats. it is generally defined by the structural columns of the block. small kiosks selling sundry goods may be found there, usually facing the lift lobby. its deck serves as communal and social spaces
bench at blk 118
reinforced plastics, metal
perspective outside of a childcare centre.
void decks are in a flux state of departure and arrival. hence, its nodes for entry and exit are fluid and unrestricted.
bench at hard court
reinforced plastics, metal
sheltered walkway at bus stop
a collection of concrete-tiled stone
for residents and passer-bys alike, the void deck could mean many things.
= a collective spatial and textural experience
for some, it’s a convenient retreat, coming to life at night but only left with remnants of chaotic fun in the day. (we only like to rebel in the shadow of our physical abodes.)
for others, it’s simply a place of transit.
migrant worker receiving a phone call on a bench, blk 116
void decks harbour many pockets of dwelling space – not always conventional or entirely private.
