Chapters 1 to 11 Combined - Century City
Chapters 1 to 11 Combined - Century City
Chapters 1 to 11 Combined - Century City
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MAIN STRUCTURING ELEMENTSThe proposed structure and various elements aredescribed below. Note that this conceptual structure isevolving and the current urban form may be different incertain circumstances. However the main structuringelements remain relevant.Urban gatewaysThese are the areas surrounding the main entrance pointsin<strong>to</strong> <strong>Century</strong> <strong>City</strong>. They should create a sense of arrivalin<strong>to</strong> a different realm.Main structuring spine<strong>Century</strong> Boulevard is the “urban” hub of <strong>Century</strong> <strong>City</strong>, andshould become a vibrant urban street and importantaddress.Open space systemThe open space system provides a soft heart <strong>to</strong> <strong>Century</strong><strong>City</strong>. It is formed by the Wetland, Ratanga Island, theGrand Canal and a linear network of narrower canals thatconnect these spaces. Water is a common feature of theopen space system.Strategic linksFunctional and visual links between the Boulevard andopen spaces create legibility and enable public access <strong>to</strong>and from these spaces. Linkages should be situated atregular intervals <strong>to</strong> achieve permeability and reducewalking distances, especially from public transport s<strong>to</strong>ps <strong>to</strong>major destinations.Gateway squaresThese urban spaces open up visual corridors from theBoulevard in<strong>to</strong> the open space system and celebrate themain entrance points <strong>to</strong> <strong>Century</strong> <strong>City</strong>.StreetsA network of pedestrian and vehicular streets connects theBoulevard with the open space system and developmentparcels. Public streets are essential components in <strong>Century</strong><strong>City</strong>. Large developments that consolidate blocks mustensure permanent public right of way along these routes.PLANNING PARTNERS: CENTURY CITY URBAN DESIGN FRAMEWORK Oc<strong>to</strong>ber 2005 15REVISION 1