Design of Silo D
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The design itself is focused on retaining the original architectural character whilst also making it fit into the surround environment. To do this, a roof terrace has been added to Silo D which can be accessed through the middle of Silo D via staircases that will be added. This will be used for things like studying or just to enjoy the views of the rest of the docklands. Cafes will also be added to the bottom of Silo D which will be located next to the finger dock, encouraging people to interact with one another. Connections to the rest of the site are key in creating an easily accessible space, and therefore paths will be revitalized and smoothened out, making it easier for cyclists and pedestrians to make their way through the site and increasing the overall legibility.
Design of Silo D
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The design itself is focused on retaining the original architectural character whilst also making it fit into the surround environment. To do this, a roof terrace has been added to Silo D which can be accessed through the middle of Silo D via staircases that will be added. This will be used for things like studying or just to enjoy the views of the rest of the docklands. Cafes will also be added to the bottom of Silo D which will be located next to the finger dock, encouraging people to interact with one another. Connections to the rest of the site are key in creating an easily accessible space, and therefore paths will be revitalized and smoothened out, making it easier for cyclists and pedestrians to make their way through the site and increasing the overall legibility.
Design of Silo D
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The design itself is focused on retaining the original architectural character whilst also making it fit into the surround environment. To do this, a roof terrace has been added to Silo D which can be accessed through the middle of Silo D via staircases that will be added. This will be used for things like studying or just to enjoy the views of the rest of the docklands. Cafes will also be added to the bottom of Silo D which will be located next to the finger dock, encouraging people to interact with one another. Connections to the rest of the site are key in creating an easily accessible space, and therefore paths will be revitalized and smoothened out, making it easier for cyclists and pedestrians to make their way through the site and increasing the overall legibility.
Design of Silo D
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The design itself is focused on retaining the original architectural character whilst also making it fit into the surround environment. To do this, a roof terrace has been added to Silo D which can be accessed through the middle of Silo D via staircases that will be added. This will be used for things like studying or just to enjoy the views of the rest of the docklands. Cafes will also be added to the bottom of Silo D which will be located next to the finger dock, encouraging people to interact with one another. Connections to the rest of the site are key in creating an easily accessible space, and therefore paths will be revitalized and smoothened out, making it easier for cyclists and pedestrians to make their way through the site and increasing the overall legibility.
Design of Silo D
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The design itself is focused on retaining the original architectural character whilst also making it fit into the surround environment. To do this, a roof terrace has been added to Silo D which can be accessed through the middle of Silo D via staircases that will be added. This will be used for things like studying or just to enjoy the views of the rest of the docklands. Cafes will also be added to the bottom of Silo D which will be located next to the finger dock, encouraging people to interact with one another. Connections to the rest of the site are key in creating an easily accessible space, and therefore paths will be revitalized and smoothened out, making it easier for cyclists and pedestrians to make their way through the site and increasing the overall legibility.
Design of Silo D
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The design itself is focused on retaining the original architectural character whilst also making it fit into the surround environment. To do this, a roof terrace has been added to Silo D which can be accessed through the middle of Silo D via staircases that will be added. This will be used for things like studying or just to enjoy the views of the rest of the docklands. Cafes will also be added to the bottom of Silo D which will be located next to the finger dock, encouraging people to interact with one another. Connections to the rest of the site are key in creating an easily accessible space, and therefore paths will be revitalized and smoothened out, making it easier for cyclists and pedestrians to make their way through the site and increasing the overall legibility.
A diverse hub for all
Silo D is one of the two main heritage sites that are currently inactive. Removing this iconic building would damage the sites diverse and historic background, therefore Silo D will be retained on site, regenerated to fit into the surrounding area whilst still maintaining its outstanding architectural character. The Silo D quarter will be transformed into a diverse hub, where people can go for coffee, food or even book boat rides from within the finger dock. By doing this, it incorporates the sites heritage whilst acting as an incentive for people to come into and through the site.
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A diverse hub for all
Silo D is one of the two main heritage sites that are currently inactive. Removing this iconic building would damage the sites diverse and historic background, therefore Silo D will be retained on site, regenerated to fit into the surrounding area whilst still maintaining its outstanding architectural character. The Silo D quarter will be transformed into a diverse hub, where people can go for coffee, food or even book boat rides from within the finger dock. By doing this, it incorporates the sites heritage whilst acting as an incentive for people to come into and through the site.
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A diverse hub for all
Silo D is one of the two main heritage sites that are currently inactive. Removing this iconic building would damage the sites diverse and historic background, therefore Silo D will be retained on site, regenerated to fit into the surrounding area whilst still maintaining its outstanding architectural character. The Silo D quarter will be transformed into a diverse hub, where people can go for coffee, food or even book boat rides from within the finger dock. By doing this, it incorporates the sites heritage whilst acting as an incentive for people to come into and through the site.
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A diverse hub for all
Silo D is one of the two main heritage sites that are currently inactive. Removing this iconic building would damage the sites diverse and historic background, therefore Silo D will be retained on site, regenerated to fit into the surrounding area whilst still maintaining its outstanding architectural character. The Silo D quarter will be transformed into a diverse hub, where people can go for coffee, food or even book boat rides from within the finger dock. By doing this, it incorporates the sites heritage whilst acting as an incentive for people to come into and through the site.
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A diverse hub for all
Silo D is one of the two main heritage sites that are currently inactive. Removing this iconic building would damage the sites diverse and historic background, therefore Silo D will be retained on site, regenerated to fit into the surrounding area whilst still maintaining its outstanding architectural character. The Silo D quarter will be transformed into a diverse hub, where people can go for coffee, food or even book boat rides from within the finger dock. By doing this, it incorporates the sites heritage whilst acting as an incentive for people to come into and through the site.
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A diverse hub for all
Silo D is one of the two main heritage sites that are currently inactive. Removing this iconic building would damage the sites diverse and historic background, therefore Silo D will be retained on site, regenerated to fit into the surrounding area whilst still maintaining its outstanding architectural character. The Silo D quarter will be transformed into a diverse hub, where people can go for coffee, food or even book boat rides from within the finger dock. By doing this, it incorporates the sites heritage whilst acting as an incentive for people to come into and through the site.
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A diverse hub for all
Silo D is one of the two main heritage sites that are currently inactive. Removing this iconic building would damage the sites diverse and historic background, therefore Silo D will be retained on site, regenerated to fit into the surrounding area whilst still maintaining its outstanding architectural character. The Silo D quarter will be transformed into a diverse hub, where people can go for coffee, food or even book boat rides from within the finger dock. By doing this, it incorporates the sites heritage whilst acting as an incentive for people to come into and through the site.
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A diverse hub for all
Silo D is one of the two main heritage sites that are currently inactive. Removing this iconic building would damage the sites diverse and historic background, therefore Silo D will be retained on site, regenerated to fit into the surrounding area whilst still maintaining its outstanding architectural character. The Silo D quarter will be transformed into a diverse hub, where people can go for coffee, food or even book boat rides from within the finger dock. By doing this, it incorporates the sites heritage whilst acting as an incentive for people to come into and through the site.
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A diverse hub for all
Silo D is one of the two main heritage sites that are currently inactive. Removing this iconic building would damage the sites diverse and historic background, therefore Silo D will be retained on site, regenerated to fit into the surrounding area whilst still maintaining its outstanding architectural character. The Silo D quarter will be transformed into a diverse hub, where people can go for coffee, food or even book boat rides from within the finger dock. By doing this, it incorporates the sites heritage whilst acting as an incentive for people to come into and through the site.
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Design of Silo D
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The design itself is focused on retaining the original architectural character whilst also making it fit into the surround environment. To do this, a roof terrace has been added to Silo D which can be accessed through the middle of Silo D via staircases that will be added. This will be used for things like studying or just to enjoy the views of the rest of the docklands. Cafes will also be added to the bottom of Silo D which will be located next to the finger dock, encouraging people to interact with one another. Connections to the rest of the site are key in creating an easily accessible space, and therefore paths will be revitalized and smoothened out, making it easier for cyclists and pedestrians to make their way through the site and increasing the overall legibility.
Newly added roof terrace
The Silo D Quarter​
Street view of Silo D
Addressing the issues
Addressing the issues
Millennium Mills
The Vision For The Millennium Mills
The Millennium Mills building will be transformed into a modern and contemporary 21st century building while keeping the traditional 1905 concrete exterior façade. There will be a fluid integration between new and old with a modern interior and original exterior, blurring the boundaries between new and old. The 10 storey building will be converted into 5 level mixed use building illustrated below. An ideal place to EAT.WORK.PLAY.
EAT.
WORK.
PLAY.
DESIGN OBJECTIVES FOR THE MILLS
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ENVIRONMANTALLY SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
Ensure environmental consciousness throughout the development whilst taking into account impacts on the environment pre and post construction. Replacing lost vegetation and providing green space open to be used by the public whilst protecting habitats and biodiversity.
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SOCIALLY SUSTAINABLE AND INCLUSIVE
There will be the provision of facilities and services suitable to meet the needs of different age groups, genders, class and race.
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ACCESSIBLE
Pedestrianize the area further with more suitable and accessible cycle routes to improve connectivity.
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ARCHITECTURAL EXEMPLAR
Create an architectural exemplar development with contemporary 21st century architectural design of buildings and landscaping improving the legibility.
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STRENGTHEN COMMUNAL RELATIONSIPS
Through the provision of shared spaces which promote interaction between members of the public and discourage antisocial behaviour.
To embrace an active waterfront the Millennium Mills facing waterside will be utilised as public accessible to all designated picnic spaces and private hire picnic spaces along the water front.
The free Open space with designated picnic spots can bemused during the warmer months for familys, friends or the general public to make use out of.
There will also be Inexpensive picnic spots along the water edge to enjoy a more private picnic with scenic views of the water. Some more expensive picnic spaces will also include dining igloos suitable for more formal or fancier lunch/dinners similar to Londons iconic dome/igloo restaurants.
DESIGN FEATURES
USE OF LARGE WINDOWS
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Through the architectural design of the centre we will influence offenders decisions in relation to preceding criminal acts. This will be done mainly through the use of large windows which will allow those using the building to act as agents of surveillance as they are able to see onto the public space and identify any deviant behaviour. As well as this, it will add to the richness and improve the architectural value of the site .
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The South-facing windows will allow quality daylight to provide adequate lighting into the building without the use of electrical appliances. In turn having a positive impact on the ecological footprint of the building. The South-facing windows will also allow the most winter sunlight into the community centre but little direct sunlight during the summer, which limits heat gain during warm months while increasing heat gain during cold months regulating the building temperature without relying heavily on gas and electricity whilst saving money .
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ECOLOGICAL FEATURES
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The millennium mills building will be high in architectural value and ecologically sustainable. This will be done by following a contemporary and modern approach to the design of the centre.
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The buildings designed with the impacts on the environment in consideration through the use of:
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1. Solar panels
2..Water collection system
3.Provision of gardens
4.Socially sustainable through inclusive events, encouraging integration between all backgrounds
5.Large glass windows- less need for electrical lighting
6.Exceptional insulation- reduce waste energy
7. café with locally sourced foods
The new Mills aims to increase legibility as it will be an exemplar building which will be recognized for its architectural design.
ACCESIBILITY
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- To make the building more accessible to all there is also a small designated parking space available for those who are only able to use motor vehicles as a mode of transport such as for wheelchair users (disabled parking available)
-within the building there are both stairs as well as A wheelchair ramps to ensure the building is inclusive and suitable for all.
PARK / PLAY AREA
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Provision of an outdoor interactive play area encouraging outdoor play. Creates an Inclusive community with facilities for all ages