Sep '06 - May '08
So here was the first assignment in our studio -- to categorize/describe everything that could happen or could have to do with the city in 3 or 4 words (Athens Charter Style). Then diagram the relationship between these words/institutions/abstractions to illustrate their dynamic. This will then be used as somewhat of a take off point to analyze the "ideal city."
The words I used are -- Domain, Interface, Improvisation. Here's my diagram:
Domain (blue) acts as a supportive matrix for the institutions/program/spaces for Interface - where the monitoring/exchange of data/goods occurs. Improvisation moves as a mutative force adapting, hijacking, reusing, or deleting these institutions/spaces/programs as it sees fit. Improvisation can occur in a subtle, rythmic fashion, or abruptly and without warning. Competition/conflict define the nature of the model - distilling and dissolving sectors (both physical and social) to create the city's dynamic.
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fun- look at Rem's downsview park proposal. dots are the wave of the future! can we play chinese checkers on your diagram???
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