Each of these sectional models were created to study the sectional qualities of the site.

The model of the four sections of the site mounted together (with the buildings colored in black) begins to describe ground conditions and materiality changes across the site. Although the intention was not there at first, this model also begins to give 3-dimensional sectional qualtities to the water's edge condition.

The other three models were creaetd with the intention of bringing a more specific architectural scale to the study. These models describe three different type of edge conditions and how the buildings begin to create various edge conditions at the water, and on the street. 

After a look into bioremediation (cleaning up of the soil and the site using natural elements such as plants)  and the functions it serves, I decided to take a pass at representing how some of these techniques could be used on the site. Small sectional details show the implication of the additional "layer" on the site being used as a filter to clean runoff water. Also shown is a conceptual plan to show how these spaces may influence and integrate into the existing site. 

In this study I focused on one small area of the site, shown in the upper corners of the drawing. But the idea is that some of these techniques may be used throughout the site in various ways. 

After studying various ways of naturally cleaning up the site, Alex and I identified a number of different areas on the site where some of the remediation (cleaning up) may take place. 

The site plan is used to identify exactly where the areas are, and the pictures above it show these areas as the currently exist, as well as some other areas with similar qualities as the ones shown on the map. 

At the top of the image are four remediation techniques that were decided to be the least expensive and most effective for use on the site in Qing Cun. In other images posted here you can see these techniques in larger images and a short paragraph describing them in more detail. 

Within the gradient of the labarinth maze, exists a filter of porousity. A 'Lueng Fueng' that drifts between the intimate and uncovered spaces. 

As a means to investigate the existing site conditions addressing the water's edge, these rough trace overlays explore the elements of porosity, connectivity, and visual relationships within Qing Cun. Areas of intervention become identified as I continue to discover opportunities where these qualities can be enhanced as a means to revitalize the village. 

Site Investigation 1: This overlay identifies the main circulation routes within the site and highlights the areas that branch off as a means to show the diversity of porous conditions along the two prevalent paths on site. The Old Street is identified in red as being primary and the opposing path across the canal is in green. The dashed moments in squares mark the areas where direct passages cut through the main path towards the water's edge and can be better utilized to draw individuals to the canal. 

Site Investigation 2: I sought to analyze the moments identified in my first site investigation by identifying the direct passages to the water and highlighting the buildings that are being viewed once at the edge. It was interesting to note how much direct access is available on the west portion of the village, and how little is available in the center-where the major activity is prevalent. 

Site Investigation 3: I further highlight the major porous routes by identifying the buildings which address them towards one's progression the water. I establish a system of hierarchy within the diversity of these porous moments: 

Means of approaching the water through the designated paths vary based on:

1. The extent of the size of the paths 
2. The extent of the circulation and activity within/around the paths
3. The availability/quality of views from the paths 

Site Investigation 4: I take on the the west portion of the site and identify the areas where I see the most potential to intervene based on the conclusions and relationships I have drawn from my investigations so far. I feel that this portion of the site has a rich potential to revitalize the existing greenery and gardens, and can be further enhanced with program that involves a community gardens and kitchen, where the growing, cultivating, and then cooking and eating of the food on site can occur in an interactive, community setting. 

Site Investigation 5: I expand on my methodologies to intervene by looking at the extents of the entire site. I believe there is potential to bring life to the central areas of the site along the water by opening up views and giving the residents better opportunities to interact with the canal's edge. I propose removing a small handful of existing buildings and potentially introduce platforms/docks that can serve as areas of retreat. 

Please read the file labeled concept statement first, and then use the subsequent information to understand the following graphics. The two graphics labeled "Concept Sketch" are graphic representations of the concept.

The files labeled under the titles "Existing Journey" and "Completed Proposed Journey" are graphic representations of the existing road on the southern bank, which has the potential to be completed to create a more cohesive identity for the Qing Cun.

The two diagrams named "Cultural Dist" are a study of the existing cultural amenities and their distribution in relation to the Old Town, the proposed diagram looks specifically at the importance of the vacant site in regards to surrounding cultural institutions.

The series of perspectives (labeled numerically) are a representation of the duality of the Journey. The yellow expresses the connection to the water. It is clear to see the difference between the connections while on the northern side of the canal vs. the southern side.

The file labeled "Sun Section" was an exploration as to why this condition may have come about (as in buildings forming the water's edge on the north and road on the southern side).

The file labeled "Section Existing Villas" is a study of the response to the waters edge in the existing villa development on the southern bank to attempt to gain a better understanding of what may be to come with the new development proposed. The study was conducted to look at the failures of the response as it interrupts the "loop" expressed in the concept as well as not allow for a collective access and use of the water.

The last two files labeled under "Access to Journey" and "Access to Journey - Existing" are a study of the existing urban fabric to the north of the site to understand how one would access this journey off of the main road. What was discovered was the possibility to introduce more avenues of access. One, which was particularly of interest to me, was the access through the government complex.

The last file labeled "Journey Urban Condition Diagram" looks at the edge conditions of the main canal.