Linear Park (Simplicity)
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LINEAR LINEAR PARKPARK -by SIMPLICITY-by SIMPLICITY
Phares Phung
Adam Pandor
Su Bang Zheng
Ng Chuan Kai
Farah Hanisah Binti Zainol
Brandon Liaw Jun Quan
Chong Yi Hui
Phares Phung
Adam Pandor
Su Bang Zheng
Ng Chuan Kai
Farah Hanisah Binti Zainol
Brandon Liaw Jun Quan
Chong Yi Hui
Tutor: Shazreene Nurjanna ShamsuddinTutor: Shazreene Nurjanna Shamsuddin
What is a Linear Park?
- A park that is substantially longer than it is wide
- Usually found next to rivers, canals or highways
- In Cities, found in residential areas
Taman Taman JajarJajar
George Town, PenangGeorge Town, Penang
Local Case STudyLocal Case STudy::
LocationMap
HISTORY
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- Founded by Francis Light when he founded Penang.
- After Francis died, the public neglected to keep the park clean.
- Was restored in 1990’s and maintained by Penang Island Municipal Council (MPPP).
- Open to public in 2004
CHARACTERISTICS
- Approximately 250m long
- Area of 3,500m²
- Located along Air Itam River.
CONTEXTUAL STUDY
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SJK(T) Ramakrishna,Primary School
Sri York Condominium,Residential
Suffolk House
Terrace Houses,Residential
MethodistBoys’ School
Landscape features
Bridge Jogging path
Playground Tennis court
Natural ELEMENTS
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Ornamental plants
(Heliconias)
RiverTropical rain trees
Activities
Jogging Table tennis Cycling
Playground Photographing Tennis
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InternationInternational al
case studycase study:Alexandra CanalAlexandra CanalLinear ParkLinear Park
SingapSingaporeore
-Entrance
LOCATION
Queenstown, Singapore
History- Launched by late Mr Lee Kuan Yew on 11 Nov
2007
- Opening ceremony on 19 Mar 2011.
- Reconstruction of Alexandra Canal between Tanglin Road and Kim Seng Road ( 1997-2008 ).
- Improve structural condition and avoid flood.
- Maintained by Public Utilities Board(PUB) of Singapore.
Characteristics- 1.4 km long flat path
- Approximate area of 112,000 m²
- Built on top of a canal
CONTEXTUAL STUDY
04/18/23
Queenstown MRT Church of the Good Shepherd
Masjid JamekQueenstown
Strathmore Green,
Residential
Queenstown Primary School
SkyvilleDawson,
Residential
SkyterraceDawson,
Residential
QueenstownSecondary School
Landscape features
Jogging path 5 unique playgrounds
Butterfly garden Cycling trail
Play equipment-Echoes sound
Rest place
Dawson waterterrace
Skate park
Landscape features
Natural Elements
Heliconias
Canal
Golden Penda
DwarfGeometry
Tree
Activities
Cycling Playground Jogging
Picnic Tai Chi Skateboarding
Reflection
-Based on both case studies, both linear parks consist of unique elements such as canal and heliconia sp.
-Both linear parks serve for functions such as recreation and to avoid flood.
-Public should be more considerate and take care about the parks.
References - http://www.cheekiemonkie.net/2013/12/five-playgrounds-along-alexandra-canal.html
- http://j0035001-2.blogspot.com/2013/05/singapore-alexandra-park-connector-may.html
- http://www.littledayout.com/article/alexandra-canal-linear-park-five-playgrounds-in-a-row.html
- https://www.google.com/maps/place/Taman+Jajar,+10450+Pulau+Pinang,+Malaysia/@5.412946,100.303826,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x304ac24adeb5831d:0x5a589bf339c0fe0f
- http://etempahan.mppp.gov.my/pls/ebkpublic/EBK_FACILITY.viewLocationInfo?pn_alocId=4
- http://www.penang-traveltips.com/linear-park.htm
- https://lspeng1951.wordpress.com/2008/01/12/taman-jajar-york-road-penang/