Placemaking (BYG510)
Urban redevelopment operations are complex endeavours undertaken by multidisciplinary teams through lengthy processes. The course focuses on the physical aspects (the urban design component), dealing with changes in the public space structure and in the built stock to replace or complement former functions. The course prepares the student to deal with such issues both as part of a municipal planning office or as part of a private consulting firm
Course description for study year 2023-2024. Please note that changes may occur.
Course code
BYG510
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
10
Semester tution start
Autumn
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Autumn
Language of instruction
English
Content
Learning outcome
The goal is to create a basic understanding of place-making in urban areas in terms of:
1. To gain abilities in design thinking in urban design
2. Land use integration between different zones are formally expressed in plans and projects regarding the interaction of multiple elements (Traffic, streets, green structure, parks, construction, housing, recreation, and commercial areas)
3. Obtaining relevant data, background information and analyzes to support the identification of opportunities and challenges.
4. Design of proposals for different stages of urban development. Conceptual studies, basic ideas, development and zoning plans, as well as guidelines and design catalogues.
5. To develop knowledge and critical thinking about urban design and planning, a conscious attitude about the purpose of planning decisions.
Required prerequisite knowledge
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written report | 1/1 | Letter grades |
Coursework requirements
The submission to the course consists of the design of a large-scale urban design project, developed through several stages before the final project presentation. Given the quantity and complexity of the task, group work is the norm. Each of the steps is evaluated separately, and the compendium of these evaluations (portfolio evaluation) is assessed as approved/not approved. The approval requires the completion of a set of minimum criteria for each stage (such as participation in workshops, carrying out activities, elaboration of analyzes, exploratory models, plans and public presentations of the process to the group). The final grade is based on the production of a written report documenting the process and presenting the final proposals. The report has the form of a digital booklet in which sketches, maps, plans, sections, perspectives, and other digital instruments are used to illustrate both the processes and the final proposals. Students who fail all or part of the course, or who want to improve their grades, must retake the entire course.
Compulsory attendance at lectures and studio work. The student will not get evaluation with less than 80 % attendance.