CONCEPT - Spatial legibility

DEF - the most important concept in spatial perception is GRAPHICAL – in this representation the
legibility which means that urban spaces should be easily key maps of built and unbuilt spaces,
identified and that can be interrelated in mind. streets connectivity and open spaces
provide a sense of compression and
Legibility should help citizens find themselves in spaces and feel release , which is created by great
safe and secure in them. differences in the scales of the streets
and piazzas.

PROS CONS

Helps identify key streets that provide a No significant signs along the way
sense of openings to major landmarks
Churches and open spaces help in Key streets that lead to major
wayfinding inside the town landmarks ,are narrow and have
restricted vehicular access
the piazzas are interlinked with labyrinth
where each street gives a different sense
of experience
 CONCEPT - The movement and access system
GRAPHICAL – The suggested system
DEF - “the extent to which land-use and transport systems recommends to put the driveway first as
enable (groups of) individuals to reach activities or destinations the main function of the road is
by means of a (combination of) transport mode(s) expressway and drivers' comfort and
safety, is the main concern. Along with
that, a fast lane is designed for driveway
PROS CONS
and a slow lane for access to facilities,
convention centers and residential
complexes. Also, the sequencing of the
Direct accessibility makes it Footpath walking conditions are
easier to reach places not safe and secure axis together with boundaries
specification has added to the spatial
attractiveness and legibility. Construction
creating spatial openness and a
sense of acceptance at the of the sides helped with creating a sense
entrance using suitable form and of identity to the space.
materials
CONCEPT – Abstract Legibility
GRAPHICAL – The presented network is
DEF - supplemented by function and fulfills 3
The ease with which people understand the layout of a place main legibility needs in the environment:
The capacity of a space to give clues to the understanding of seeing (theory of 80 meters), moving
the system as a whole (clear hierarchy of routes), and activity
The capacity of a space to facilitate one's orientation in a city (commerce and public function next to
the main connections, residential spaces
are private, observation of different
function facades is different).

PROS CONS
Properly locating the signs and elements The river floor, topography and the
ground slope are ignored in designing
urban space
Defining boundaries and proportions
Provides Activities pattern