ANALYSING THE SITE

Topography:

The site is long and narrow and mostly flat, with a vertical cliff to the north and a drop-off to the river to the south. It is located at a bend in the river.

Sunlight:

The site will recieve the most sun during the morning and afternoon (cooler hours). During the majority of the year, the site will be shaded by the cliffs during the mid hours of the day (hottest hours).

Shadows:

The most notable shadows will occur during the afternoon from this general direction. Bridge will cast interesting shadows on the site during the afternoon creating a dramatic scene.

Zoning:

The site involves natural elements such as the river and the cliffs, as well as public walkways and a car park. The area further to the left of the site is residential.

Wind:

The site receives a lot of wind as it is on the river’s edge and will receive a strong draft. The bridge will also channel wind beneath it. This will allow for the site to be exposed to breezes at any time of the day.

Views:

The site has many opportunities for views. The bridge above, the river, the cliffs and of the historical buildings within the site. The wharfs are at a bend in the river. The nature of this bend encloses the site and also gives opportunity to uniques views of the river.

Nature of the site:

The site is the junction of 3 elements, where 3 differnt conditions comes together harmoniously.It is a site of connectivity of these elements. It connects the valley, bridge and the river.