An opportunity arises to re-purpose the existing carpark behind the shopping center.
This could become something that supports the existing shopping precinct.
My initial thoughts are to break the existing structure into three parts.
A Server Farm -
creating a public server farm instead of private creates a transparency and trust. It also creates value on many levels. value in giving paddington slightly speedier connection then the surrounding suburbs and a sentimental value by creating an open public domain where the information becomes a precious centerpiece worth preserving and protecting.
participating in a completely open and public system would make people feel incredibly vulnerable. However, with complete openness comes strong security. By creating a digital environment that resembles the public arena that it is encourages people to act in a publicly acceptable manor, where the chance of visual observation is high, raising safety.
This openness and vulnerability also has the opportunity to create strong bonds of trust within a community.
So, in this sense, the Server Farm becomes more like a Public Library of local information.
A Home Room -
Potentially attached to the library, this would be a place relaxation, recovery and socialising.
Coined from the high school equivalent were students of all ages meet in small groups before starting the day. similarly, this 'home room' will be for all ages and will primarily be used at the beginning and end of a day.
Bike Shelters -
considering that cars are no longer permitted within the precinct, arrival by other means becomes very necessary. public transport would be the major transport from surrounding nodal points throughout the city. but locally, riding a bike or walking becomes a much more practical method of transport.
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