Building Thoroughfare

Buildings · Building

Context Pedestrian Street100 · Circulation Realms98 · Building Complex95

Problem

When buildings are built as sealed blocks that footpaths merely skirt, the life inside stays cut off from the passers-by outside.

Solution

Let public footpaths cut straight through the middle of buildings, so that the movement of people passing and the inner life of the building meet and mingle, instead of remaining strictly apart.

Usage Pedestrian Street100 · Open Stairs158 · Family of Entrances102 · Activity Pockets124 · Reception Welcomes You149 · Window Place180 · Ceiling Height Variety190 · Tapestry of Light and Dark135 · Interior Windows194 · Solid Doors with Glass237 · Pedestrian Density123