Group C--Revival and Reconnection
Wynkoop Plaza Design
This concept for Wynkoop Plaza has been developed through meticulous site analysis and the findings of the public workshop, along with preliminary conceptual ideas addressing such issues as connectivity, flexibility and identifiable spaces. These elements help create a vibrant, identifiable public place in Denver that unifies the city and region while preserving the historic character of Denver Union Station, and meets the goal of overall sustainability.
Design Strategy
This concept reinforces an active public plaza by providing connectivity and creating a multi-use environment while avoiding the uninteresting architectural styles specified in most design standards. We emphasize four key goals:
- Building form–-develop an atmosphere that relates to adjacent developments while providing active spaces designed at human scale.
- Pedestrian active use–-reinforce the convenience of pedestrian activity and circulation.
- Step-backs--maximize views of the historic station, the plaza and central business district.
- Arcades–-provide additional circulation by enhancing the pedestrian environment and offering a complementary mix of uses.
Identifiable Place
The design allows for the creation of a plaza that is complementary to the historic station. The plaza will generate a public space in which to house spontaneous events, and will provide space for informal gatherings near this historic Denver icon.
Human Experience
The design promotes intimacy and attractiveness by complementing the character of the surrounding site. The objective of the plaza is to create a space in which all users feel safe, secure and comfortable. In this concept, we achieve our objective through the design of spaces within spaces, flexibility and clear circulation patterns.
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