EXP 3: Site UNSW Squarehouse

The site in focus for experiment 3 is the area around the Squarehouse. 

The area, outlined in red is in the northwestern corner of UNSW. It is bounded by Anzac Parade to the west, High Street to the North and the main university mall to the South.

Google Maps overview of UNSW

The Squarehouse is indicated by the red square.

The immediate surrounding buildings include the Blockhouse, Roundhouse, International College, university gym and COFA.

Site overview closeup

Site overview looking East.

Chosen area: building to extend from the Squarehouse southwards joining the Blockhouse. 

Chosen area highlighted in blue.

Running parallel to Anzac Parade and locating the building right at Anzac parade opens up the site and building to the public as Anzac Parade is a very busy main street connecting the city to the Eastern Suburbs. The structure should follow the form of wrapping around the walkway separating the site from the Roundhouse. The site from Anzac Parade and the side of the Roundhouse should have a smooth transition, allowing generous public space between the building linking the public to the university.

It should align to the South elevation of the Squarehouse.  This is to preserve the continuity of the buildings framing the main university mall. The mall is not obstructed and should not be intruded upon by any structure.

General area and perimeter of structure framing the Roundhouse and following the South face of the Blockhouse.

Benefits of chosen location:

Close proximity to Squarehouse, Roundhouse and Blockhouse

Beside Anzac Parade

Beside the main entrance to the university mall

university mall is the main exit and entry for the university, majority of all students will pass through area during the day.

Points to consider:

General area of site

Heights of surrounding buildings

Presence of blockages (fences, trees, etc.)