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Brief Background
The project is an exercise for open space planning in which a suitable analysis for open
space planning project was produced. Varieties of criteria are considered for the suitability
analysis for open space planning which is explained in the images.
Potential Technology
2D visuals can be produced using simple Adobe Photoshop colouring. However the data
produced and collected in this project can be referenced on top of GIS data for that region.
Part of the criteria for the project was to see the proximity to roads, water bodies, dense
population areas, vacant land, slopes/terrains and density of parks. Information such as this
can be found from digital sources, such as elevations from LIDAR data.
Advantages
Easy to interpret as data is linked to a key legend
The cost implications are not as high as the technology used is readily available on
the market.
Disadvantages
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AT2005 – Urban Simulation 0724841
Brief Background
The idea for this project was to create an aesthetically pleasing 3d simulation to the
community within Erie County, NY.
Potential Technology
ArcMap
Photoshop CS3
SketchUp
AutoCAD
Advantages
Realism can be achieved by overlaying actual photographs on 3d models
Client finds it easier to relate too if they see known landmarks and references.
Disadvantages
Cost of production and technology is considerably more expensive then 2D
Data from technologies might not be up to date as the environment could have changed
(Google Maps).
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AT2005 – Urban Simulation 0724841
Brief Background
The project proposed was for clients who had purchased some land and wanted to build a
residential complex on it. The aim of the simulation was to see how they could fully utilise the
land as efficiently as possible.
Potential Technology
Photoshop CS3
SketchUp
AutoCAD
3Ds Max
Advantages
Combination of GIS and VR can create very accurate models and simulations
Allows planners to easily visualise the end product.
Disadvantages
Limited to the amount of detail that can be shown on a 3D model. Without over-
complicating a visualisation.
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AT2005 – Urban Simulation 0724841
Brief Background
The project proposed was for a student competition to create new living quarters for
students. Emphasis was also placed on the landscaping as well as building placement.
Potential Technology
Photoshop CS3
SketchUp
Advantages
Sketches can be generated easily and quickly saving on time and money.
helps clients to visualise the way a project is heading
Disadvantages
Can look a bit too sketchy and unprofessional
Not as accurate as in, scale, building heights
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AT2005 – Urban Simulation 0724841
References
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Bhattarai, P. (2007) Open Space Planning: Erie County, Portfolio, scanned 01/07/2009