Circulation

Question 1

The path of our movement can be conceived as the perpetual thread that links the spaces of a building, or any series of interior or exterior spaces together

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Circulation

Question 2

Circulation elements

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Approach, Entrance, Configuration of the path, Path-Space relationships, and Form of the Circulation Space

Question 3

The Distant View

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Approach

Question 4

From the outside to inside

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Entrance

Question 5

Configuration of the path

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The sequence of spaces

Question 6

Edges, nodes and terminations of the path

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Path-space relationships

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Corridors, halls, galleries, stairways and rooms

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Form of the Circulation space

Question 8

The first phase of the circulation system

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Approach

Question 9

An Approach that leads directly to the entrance of a building along a straight, axial path

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Frontal

Question 10

An approach that enhances the effects of perspective on the front facade and form pf a building

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Oblique

Question 11

An approach of a spiral path prolongs the sequence of the approach and emphasizes the three dimensional form of a building as we move around it’s perimeter

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Spiral

Question 12

Entering a building, a room within a building, or a defined field of
exterior space, involves the act of penetrating a vertical plane that
distinguishes one space from another and separates ”here” from
“there

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Entrance

Question 13

It may be a passage through an implied plane established by two
pillars or an overhead beam.

In situations where greater visual and spatial continuity between
two spaces is desired, even a change in level can establish a
threshold and mark the passage from one place to another

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Entrance

Question 14

entrance maintains the continuity of the surface of a wall and
can be, if desired, deliberately obscured.

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flush entrance

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entrance forms a transitional space, announces its function
to the approach, and provides overhead shelter

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projected entrance

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entrance also provides shelter and receives a portion of
exterior space into the realm of the building

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A recessed entrance

Question 17

All paths of movement, whether of people, cars, goods, or services,
are linear in nature.

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CONFIGURATION OF THE
PATH

Question 18

And all paths have a starting point, from which we are taken
through a sequence of spaces to our destination.

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CONFIGURATION OF THE
PATH

Question 19

The contour of a path depends on our mode of transportation.

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CONFIGURATION OF THE
PATH

Question 20

A straight path, however, can be the primary
organizing element for a series of spaces. In addition, it can be
curvilinear or segmented, intersect other paths, have branches,
or form a loop

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Linear

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configuration has linear paths extending from or
terminating at a central, common point

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Radial

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configuration is a single, continuous path that originates
from a central point, revolves around it, and becomes
increasingly distant from it

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Spiral

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configuration consists of two sets of parallel paths that
intersect at regular intervals and create square or rectangular
fields of spac

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Grid

Question 24

A network configuration consists of paths that connect
established points in space

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Network

Question 25

In reality, a building normally employs a combination of the preceding patterns.

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Composite

Question 26

Important points in any pattern are centers of activity, entrances to rooms and halls, and places for vertical circulation provided by stairways, ramps, and elevators.

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Composite

Question 27

To avoid the creation of a disorienting maze, a hierarchical order among the paths and nodes of a building should be established by differentiating their scale, form, length, and placement.

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Composite

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A circulation space may be

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Enclosed * Open on One Side * Open on Both Sides

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* Pass by Spaces * Pass through Spaces * Terminate in a Space

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PATH–SPACE RELATIONSHIPS

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The integrity of each space is maintained. * The configuration of the path is flexible. * Mediating spaces can be used to link the path with the spaces

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Pass by Spaces

Question 31

The width and height of a circulation space should be

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proportionate with the type and amount of movement it must handle.

Question 32

The path may pass though a space axially, obliquely, or along its edge. * In cutting through a space, the path creates patterns of rest and movement within it

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Pass through Spaces

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should be established between a public promenade, a more private hall, and a service corridor.

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A distinction in scale

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The location of the space establishes the path. * This path-space relationship is used to approach and enter functionally or symbolically important spaces

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Terminate in a Space

Question 35

naturally encourages forward motion.

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narrow, enclosed path

Question 36

Spaces for movement form an integral part of any building organization and occupy a significant amount of the volume of a building.

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FORM OF THE CIRCULATION SPACE

Question 37

provide for our vertical movement between the levels of a building or outdoor space.

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Stairs and stairways

Question 38

The form and scale of a circulation space, however, should accommodate the movement of people as they promenade, pause, rest, or take in a view along a path

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FORM OF THE CIRCULATION SPACE

Question 39

determined by the dimensions of its risers and treads, should be proportioned to fit our body movement and capability

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The slope of a stairway

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also provides a visual clue to the public or private nature of the stairway

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The width of a stairway

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The form of a circulation space varies according to how:

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its boundaries are defined; * its form relates to the form of the spaces it links; * its qualities of scale, proportion, light, and view are articulated; * entrances open onto it; and * it handles changes in level with stairs and ramps.

Question 42

Wide, shallow steps can serve as

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an invitation

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while a narrow, steep stairway can lead to more

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private places.

Question 44

forming a public galleria or private corridor that relates to the spaces it links though entrances in a wall plane;

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Enclosed

Question 45

determine the rhythm and choreography of our movements as we ascend or descend its steps.

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the locations of landings

Question 46

forming a balcony or gallery that provides visual and spatial continuity with the spaces it links;

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Open on One Side

Question 47

forming a colonnaded passageway that becomes a physical extension of the space it passes through.

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Open on Both Sides