DESIGN CRITERIA The Inclusion of Elements in a Facilities Design

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Structural Functionalism The concept of structural functionalism is linked to the idea of carrying capacity –Designed to withstand pressure from the elements (natural system) –Designed to withstand pressure from human usage

Note: Cage, Playing surface

Shuffleboard Courts concrete surrounded by asphalt

Ambiance of an outdoor pool concrete topped by chain link

Maintenance vs Sightlines Safety

Problem The best materials from a structural standpoint are not the best from an aesthetic viewpoint Hence the idea of compromise - management and user considerations

Combination of relatively permanent material with some sense of aesthetics

Compromise - may be difficult Large vehicles + high volume Turning area Surface - wet and cold weather

Disney - water bridge for ferries

Tunnel Campground - North of Calgary concrete roads metal garbage containers wood for phone booth

Physical Functionalism Concern for movement Design should be such that the movement of people to, around, and through a facility should be efficient

Pressure Large numbers in a concentrated period Spatial Temporal

Compromise Factors that block flow need to be relegated to ‘back’ areas Management - flow out through shops + link to souvenirs

Disguise Large numbers + few ‘high quality’ attractions Distractions Deception

Wet N Wild automated counts flexible systems

Close to the ‘action’ Sense of anticipation Value for wait time

Compromise A straight road is the shortest distance But management and planning goals may differ quite widely from the maximum efficiency Delay may be necessary or desirable- fit with aesthetics?

Cultural & Aesthetic Functionalism Linkage to the value or image associated with the particular area, activity, or resource The sense of immersion for the traveller/user is extremely important for the satisfaction gained

The sense of what is ‘appropriate’ to the activity, facility or area –Example of a scenic outlook - the goal of say a distant mountain is important but so are the immediate surrounds - and the area between the viewer and the objective –A paper mill with attendant contamination and smells would not be appropriate Senses of - balance, proportion, scale, colour, atmosphere and perspective are important

A) Order and Progression There should be a logical progression of physical characteristics among the part of the offering Goal is a greater sense of harmony and understanding –Reduction of stress and reduction in staff

The Elmwood Club - the logic of entrance

The Car Park Mobile trains from themed car areas Distribution to different modes - ferry, monorail The building logic - sculpted bushes

Progression while travelling

Main entrance - theme distribution of maps, services

Main Street the castle (tallest building) as ‘hub’ distribution to the various ‘fantasy’ lands

Busch Gardens Entrance Modes of transport The logic of flow