Bronzo Infrastruttura · 2024
Intertwine Transit Nexus
by Miloni Shah
- A' Design Award di Bronzo 2024 in Infrastruttura
- CLIENT: Savannah College of Art and Design
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 32,372
- Verification code 02107C1531 · Verify this award
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About Intertwine Transit Nexus
Una città comprende diversi strati, edifici, spazi aperti e persone. Ispirato da Jan Gehl, Intertwine integra il trasporto pubblico di massa per dare priorità all'interazione sociale e alla struttura urbana. Propone una pianificazione completa per spazi pubblici vivaci, affrontando la crescita urbana e le sfide. Un approccio centrato sull'essere umano migliora l'impatto economico e ambientale con design di hub aperti e spazi accoglienti. Intertwine arricchisce l'esperienza urbana fondendo la vita cittadina.
About the A' Design Award di Bronzo
Intertwine Transit Nexus ha vinto l'A' Design Award di Bronzo, un riconoscimento altamente prestigioso conferito a design eccezionali che si distinguono per creatività, ingegno e astuzia. I vincitori di Bronzo sono manufatti ampiamente abili e sorprendentemente creativi che autenticano la vasta esperienza, l'immaginazione e l'intraprendenza dei loro designer. Ci si aspetta che Intertwine Transit Nexus sia un oggetto molto apprezzato, ammirato e amato, notevolmente professionale e innovativo. Questo design vincitore dell'A' Design Award di Bronzo incorpora le migliori pratiche dell'arte, della scienza, del design e della tecnologia, ed è eccellente per l'attenzione al dettaglio. Intertwine Transit Nexus soddisfa splendidamente i bisogni, tocca i desideri, affascina i sentimenti e attira la curiosità.
Press Kit
- Unique Properties
- Brno's transit system links the city center with trolleybuses, trams, and trains. Stops are strategically placed near amenities, enhancing convenience. The new gateway railway line prioritizes sustainability and integrates seamlessly with the built and natural environment. It features a central concourse plaza, tracks, a museum, a cycling track, and a city viewpoint, fostering vibrant centers and a sense of community.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Site specifications: Width 302.8mm x Depth 339.6mm x Height 40mm Area: 102,852.20 sq.m. Track Area: 47,830.42 sq.m. Platforms: 7 (elevated 5.5m above ground) Construction materials: Precast concrete, steel pipe frame, ETFE panels, composite columns, and lightweight walls. Innovative Features: Morphogenic columns, transparent roof coverings, skylight openings, solar panels for sustainability, electric bike trails connecting waterfront and plaza areas, third level trails with restaurants, and museum displays.
- Tags
- Public Spaces, Social Interaction, Connectivity, Urban Fabric, Weaving, Transit System, Railway Station, Transportation Hub, Sustainable
- Production Technology
- Utilizing cutting edge technology, the production and realization process involves expertise in AutoCAD for precision, coupled with advanced 3D modeling in SketchUp, Rhino, Grasshopper, and 3ds Max. The final touch comes with realistic rendering using Lumion and Corona and enhanced visuals through Photoshop.
- Design Challenge
- Designing transit systems presents challenges in scalability and human connectivity. Achieving seamless integration between land and waterfront areas while prioritizing sustainability and human centric design enhances the daily commuting experience. Balancing the complexity of the macro scale infrastructure with the harmony of the micro scale urban fabric ensures a holistic and user riendly transit system.
- Research
- As part of an M.Arch thesis, the project delves into the pivotal link between urban transit and humancentric design. It investigates how mass transit rail systems can integrate harmoniously into urban settings, promoting social interaction and addressing commuter requirements. Through understanding this interplay, the project aims to craft welcoming and accessible urban spaces.
- Inspiration
- Brno's rich history as a royal stronghold and hub of Moravian nobility, alongside its turbulent 20th century past and current role as a bustling regional center, emphasizes the critical necessity of a robust transit system. Such a system would reflect Brno's resilience, connectivity, and dedication to progress, aiding residents and visitors in navigating its diverse cultural landscape.
- Project Duration
- The project was designed for the Historical city of Brno, Czech Republic. This design project was in Savannah, Georgia from September 2021 to June 2022.
- Operation Flow
- Brno's station prioritizes functionality, boasting efficient vehicular flow and seamless tram connections. Its open concourse encourages community engagement, with security facilities, market pods, amphitheaters, and a historical museum. Pedestrian friendly bridges facilitate connectivity and social interaction, offering panoramic views. The design aims for a pleasant, safe, and interactive space, addressing structural concerns with durable materials and prefabrication techniques.
- Image Credits
- Image #1: Render _ Miloni Shah, Intertwine_Arial 2022.
Image #2: Render _ Miloni Shah, Intertwine_Section 2022.
Image #3: Render _ Miloni Shah, Intertwine_Platform 2022
Image #4: Render _ Miloni Shah, Intertwine_Main Concourse 2022.
Image #5: Render _Miloni Shah, Intertwine_Enterance Plaza 2022.
