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Circulation Flashcards

1
Q

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

A

Circulation

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Circulation elements

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

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3
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The Distant View

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Approach

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From the outside to inside

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Entrance

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5
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Configuration of the path

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The sequence of spaces

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Edges, nodes and terminations of the path

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Path-space relationships

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7
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Corridors, halls, galleries, stairways and rooms

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Form of the Circulation space

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8
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The first phase of the circulation system

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Approach

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9
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An Approach that leads directly to the entrance of a building along a straight, axial path

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Frontal

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10
Q

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

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Oblique

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11
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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

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12
Q

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

A

Entrance

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13
Q

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

A

Entrance

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14
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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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15
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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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16
Q

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

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A recessed entrance

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17
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All paths of movement, whether of people, cars, goods, or services,
are linear in nature.

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CONFIGURATION OF THE
PATH

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18
Q

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

A

CONFIGURATION OF THE
PATH

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19
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The contour of a path depends on our mode of transportation.

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CONFIGURATION OF THE
PATH

20
Q

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

A

Linear

21
Q

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

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Radial

22
Q

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

23
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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

24
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A network configuration consists of paths that connect
established points in space

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Network

25
Q

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

A

Composite

26
Q

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.

A

Composite

27
Q

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.

A

Composite

28
Q

A circulation space may be

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Enclosed
* Open on One Side
* Open on Both Sides

29
Q
  • Pass by Spaces
  • Pass through Spaces
  • Terminate in a Space
A

PATH–SPACE
RELATIONSHIPS

30
Q

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

A

Pass by Spaces

31
Q

The width and height of a circulation space should be

A

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

32
Q

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

A

Pass through Spaces

33
Q

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

A

A distinction in scale

34
Q

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

35
Q

naturally encourages forward motion.

A

narrow, enclosed path

36
Q

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

A

FORM OF THE CIRCULATION
SPACE

37
Q

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

A

Stairs and stairways

38
Q

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

A

FORM OF THE CIRCULATION
SPACE

39
Q

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

40
Q

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

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The width of a stairway

41
Q

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.

42
Q

Wide, shallow steps can serve as

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an invitation

43
Q

while a narrow,
steep stairway can lead to more

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private places.

44
Q

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

A

Enclosed

45
Q

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

A

the locations of landings

46
Q

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

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Open on One Side

47
Q

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

A

Open on Both Sides

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