Encounter of Unknown

Indeterminate Public Space

Master thesis (2020)

Authors

H. Deng Architecture and the Built Environment

Contributors

H.J. Bultstra Public Building and Housing Design (mentor)
J.D. Fokkinga Architectural Engineering - Architecture and the Built Environment (mentor)
F.M. Welle Donker Geo Information (graduation committee member)
Faculty
Architecture and the Built Environment, Architecture and the Built Environment
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Published Date

06-07-2020

Language

English

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Faculty

Architecture and the Built Environment

Abstract

What are the preconditions for aleatory occurrence of social interaction? Can unexpected public activities be catalyzed by specific spatial characteristic? The objective of the thesis is to explore the flexibility, mobility and adaptiveness in architecture and urban domain through the research of “Public Condenser” within multiplicity and complexity of political, economic and cultural conditions in Vesterbro, Copenhagen. Instead of proposing fixed programs that inform people how to behave, the public condenser allows spaces for multiple narratives by diverse users. The design proposed a urban living room for sharing and creativity that facilitates the encounter of unknown.