Pathways:
The Piazza is dominated by motion, both vehicular and pedestrian. The districts, edges, and nodes are all defined by the orientation of the circulation. The vehicular traffic dominates the organization of the piazza. Everything else seems to respond to it. Pedestrian circulation is organized around what I have called “islands” that protect the user from the stampede of traffic. These islands create a network that pedestrians have to navigate to in order to pass safely. This has proved to be one of the hardest areas to “j” walk in Rome.
Districts:
A district in itself, Piazzale delgi eroi has six defined districts. The most distinct is the gated-in courtyard of the elementary school. Labeled #3 on the diagram, this is the only private district on the site. It is also a lot less porous then the other districts there is only one defined entrance and exit. Districts 1, 2, and 4 are all consist of parking areas. Parking seems to be a major issue in this piazza, along with the rest of Rome. District #5 is the area in which taxi cabs parks; making this a commercial district. District #2 corresponds to district 3. It is a children’s park. Its edges consist of walls that are colorfully decorated. These walls allow the space to feel a bit more closed in (child safe) that it actually is; being so close to such high traffic patterns.
Edges:
Since the piazza is mostly organized around traffic flow, the edges and districts are defined by the pathways that are created. In a way the districts conform to these traffic patterns. Every edge is defined by a pathway, this helps circulation and accessibility.
Landmarks:
The water fountain in the middle of the piazza is undoubtedly the main landmark. Both pedestrian and vehicular traffic is organized around the single element. It importance is exemplified by the ability to see it from anywhere in the piazza. The found however is not very pedestrian friendly. Although it is surrounded by a sidewalk, to get access to that walk way proves to be difficult and dangerous. Not very many pedestrians reach the fountain directly, their connections remains only visual. Another prominent visual feature of the piazza is the elementary school. It’s fascist architecture and sheer scale brings it a dominant stance in the areas.
Nodes:
It may seem that the intended main node for the space is the central fountain. However, due to the concentration of vehicular traffic, pedestrian access to this fountain is hindered; making this “center” completely useless other than its visual appeal. Each district proves to be its own node. Since each district is directed towards a certain function, it becomes the center of activity for that particular function.
looks like it is a very busy place....why has become your favorite place and is it really a retreat?
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It is very busy, that's actually why I chose it. I have always been fascinated with how people travel through a city and what patterns they create as they flow through its arteries.
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