Blurring Thresholds by Nelisha Mehta (B.Arch Thesis)

9.2 Concept - Blurred and Blended
Selected Plot
Taking into consideration the definition of wetlands in the
form of thresholds as transitional spaces between terrestrial
and aquatic systems, the plot chosen on the artificial island is
an area that lies between the Dubai Creek and the rest of the
artificial island. The plot and conceptual approach ensure the
optimum use of the surrounding views. The main idea of the
concept is to blend the building with the surroundings using
ramps. The difference in the surrounding height is taken into
account while deciding the sloped angle from the lowest and
highest point of the building in order to not disturb the wildlife.
This footprint was overlapped thrice in the process of blurring
that is often associated with transitional spaces.
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