I have previously researched the high-line, as I have always been interested in the techniques required to successfully deliver a suspended street structure in the form of public activation. What initially drew my interest to the project was the fact that it was a heritage listed rejuvenation project.
The lecture provided me with information that I was not previously aware of which included:
-The political debate, due to the high-line being suspended over numerous private properties
-The use of native plant life used throughout the project
-That the public cannot enter any surrounding infrastructure directly from the high-line without first exiting back to street level.
Possible relation to assignment one:
The high-line was originally constructed to avoid accidents between pedestrians, vehicles and rail transportation. If Brisbane introduces a tax on vehicles accessing the CBD as well as eliminating bus transportation from within the heart of the CBD to the circumference; as a result Victoria Bridge be developed into a similar pedestrianised concept, utilising public interaction and connection to the Brisbane River.
Gentrification:
The high-line shifted the nature of manhattans renowned meat packing district into a refreshed prestigious district lined with architecturally designed hotels and art museums. There are very strong opinions circling the issue of gentrification, despite the economic boost this development would have prompted.
It does however demonstrate the importance of evaluating the social, cultural and economic effects of implementing such redevelopments and or proposals.
relevance to assignment one - The proposal must take into account the type of occupants that will be attracted now and in future. The city needs to introduce a more affordable residential hubs throughout the city in order to promote a greater mixed use and high density CBD.
Ensuring a greater mixed demographic will ensure an increased and balanced activation.
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