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61. Small Public Squares

30/7/2018

 
A town needs public squares as they become the public rooms of the town. According to Alexander squares that are larger than 10m-20m in diameter can become deserted and unpleasant as people can feel exposed in vast spaces. (Alexander 1977)
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CaixaForum

Madrid, Spain
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The removal of the base of the old power station left a covered plaza under the brick shell. The building now defies the laws of gravity, defining the entry, offering shade, meeting spaces and cross access beneath the building into the now activated Small Public Square. The adjoining green wall and fountain brings contrast and life to the plaza noted by people lingering on a 40+ degree day.

The New Bazaar

Tirana, Albania
The small squares scattered between buildings and activity nodes (Open air markets, The New Bazaar, parks etc.) creates pockets of life. Their efficiency can be contributed to their short diameter which allows people to feel comfortable and unexposed. 
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Grimshaw Architects are working on the expansion of Tirana's master plan. This includes a sequence of public squares or 'living rooms', placed along the boulevard to respond geometrically to existing patterns of Tirana's Mediterranean outdoor culture. 
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