Site Analysis

Howard Smith Wharves Mind Map

There are many different challenges and strengths associated with the howard smith wharves. It is a culturally and historically significant site for Brisbane. It is also one of the last sites left undeveloped on the river. It is surrounded by a diverse context and geographical layout.

The site is in a predominantly residential area of the river, however it would be accessed by a large demographic of users including residents, school students and office workers.  Due to its historical significance the wharves are quite industrial and derelict in a mostly modern surrounding.

view from new farm

Site Analysis:

Access

 Access for pedestrian and vehicular access to the site. Vehicular access - light purple.

Pedestrian access - dark purple.

Flooding:

Shows the area covered by the flood in blue. The site was fully covered by water during the floods. 

Sun Path:

 

Views from the site:

There are many views available if the folie is positioned on the cliff. The views that are available show both modern and historical aspects of Brisbane. The yellow colour represents the modern buildings surrounding the site and the beige colour represents the historial buildings around.By framing these views a journey of Brisbane's development becomes apparent.