1. Objectives, Analysis & Design Dr. Hazem Abu-Orf
January 2008
University of Palestine
Faculty of Applied Engineering & Urban Planning
Dept. of Architecture, Interior Design & Planning
Landscape Architecture (EAPS4303)
Lecturer 5
The Concept Plan:
Objectives, Analysis & Design
Dr. Hazem Abu-Orf
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Objectives of Lec. 5
Understand the components & function of a concept plan (referred to as functional diagram or bubble) as part of the design process;
Learn the materials & Techniques utilized to draw the concept plan; and
Know the basic elements of concept plan graphics
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Concept Plan: Meaning
It is an organization of the ground plane to create functionality in the design;
It organizes the space of the ground plane into lawn, planting beds, concrete, work area & so forth..
It acts as the bones, or blueprint, upon which the design is actually built..
The concept fundamental in nature is very general and stays very general that utilizes amorphous bubbles drawn on the plan to designate areas
It uses a loose approach to uncover new, fresh ides to design alternatives: mistakes at this crucial stage is quite common.
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4. Concept Plan: Key issue is utilizing the space
It uses bubbles to fill the entire space of a site by a convenient thought and avoiding any area up to speculation..
The plan addresses strong & week points of the analysis
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5. Concept Plan: Activities & Materials
Using bubbles to show various activities of land uses where each bubbles represents a different function, effects and/or general materials
A basic list of areas include:
- Beds: as general as ‘planting areas’ or mulched beds or as specific as ‘low shrubs, screen , large deciduous trees
- Lawn: An important component as it is inexpensive & support many activities
- Hardscape: any hard surface like drive ways, side walks, patio or deck
- Screen: Areas that block unpleasant sites from viewing or wind/sun exposure..
- Focal points: suggested development of an accent for viewing.
- Activities: Designed areas for multiple uses, including Garden, Work, Eating, Relaxation, Play & Entertainment
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Concepts
What is being defined in the concept plan is: establishing materials, activities, size, location, circulation, views & exposure..
Size:
The bubbles in the concept are generally rough sketched but should approximate the size of each designated area that is determined by the function of such an area..
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Concepts
Location
means locating appropriately on the site while considering:
1. Access: for example,
Gardening should be accessible to a water source;
Cooking should have close accessibility to the kitchen; & Work areas should be conveniently located near the garage or shed or the power source..
2. Visibility: for example,
Playgrounds should be visible enough so parents can watch children easily; &
Storage areas should be accessible, but not so that they are a visual problem
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Concepts
Circulation
Good circulation throughout the property makes a comfortable setting that is easy to navigate as well as facilitates safety concern.
Types:
Primary Circulation: pertains major paths
Secondary circulation: paths that are infrequently taken and taken by one or two people at any given time..
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Concepts
Views
Varies from existing views (good & poor) and potential views
Good existing views should be preserved by keeping the view open or framing
Poor views; uses plantings or fences to screen such views (i.e, unsightly trash trees, storage or traffic) from an entertainment &/or public area
Potential views: have few interesting views, i.e. a focal point of water feature, sculpture, & etc..
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Concepts
Exposure
means that there areas on site that need to be protected from Sun/heat & wind providing:
1. Shade: for an entertainment area or to cool the southwest side
2. Wind: provide a wind block to protect entertainment area or any area prevailing that wind might be causing a problem.
3. Enclosure: a sense of privacy for gathering area, front door, & etc..
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Alternate Concepts
The concept plan address the analysis of Grant residence
What does it involve?
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Alternate Concepts
The concept plan address the analysis of Grant residence
What does it involve?
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Alternate Concepts
The concept plan address the analysis of Grant residence
What does it involve?
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Key terms
Bubbles: outlines that define an area or activity
Bubble Diagram: see concept plan
Concept plan: organization of ground plane to achieve a functional design
Functional diagram: see concept plan
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