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Monday, September 12, 2011

Case Studies - Places

So after our attempt to find good sports facilities examples, the professors asked we look for good places too.  These examples need to be destinations; places that consistently attract visitors for whatever reason.  Our own designs need to have similar concepts so that when no games or events are taking place (which currently is the majority of time), their is still a valuable experience that keeps visitors coming.

My contributions to the wall:

1. Bourbon Street (New Orleans, LA): great example of an entertainment district that consistently attracts tourists and visitors.
Bourbon Street architecture.
Bourbon Street crowded

2. English Garden [Englicsher Garten] (Munich, Germany): similar to Central Park in New York City for its attractive landscapes and relaxing atmosphere in an urban environment.
English Garden
Man-made wave and surfers in English Garden

3. Grand Place (Brussels, Belgium): beautiful buildings surround a famous plaza made up of retail, commercial, civic, and entertainment.
Grand Place
Grand Place


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