Site 13 C

URBAN FORM

A two level curved structure forms the west side of South John Street and the podium beneath the east part of the Park.  The upper facade is stepped back to allow two levels of open pedestrian access to the retail uses; and to admit light into the Street.  Pedestiran bridges connect across the street.  Bridges at first floor level connect into site 10 in the south and into the route to Lord Street in the north.

USES

First floor - single level deep plan retail units facing onto a canopied walkway along South John Street.  Rear serciving access corridor. 

Ground floor - Single level deep plan retail units facing onto a canopied walkway along South John Street.  Rear servicing access corridor.

Basement Level - Service yard accessed from Strand Street and car parking.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

Weather protecting canopies for South John Street to be incorporated into the building for both retail levels.  Pedestrian ramps to be incorporated.   A staircase down to the first floor from the Park is cut into the centre of the site.

MATERIALS

A landscaped and planted roof covers the whole building.  Below this a framed building has to fit in with the roof.  This can be achieved using masonry clad construction that will flow into the associated ramp and stair structures.