Vieux Nice: A Study of Pre-Automobile Development in Nice, France

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PJ Bell Plan 587A 1 February 2016 A Study of Pre-Automobile Development in Nice, France Vieux Nice

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This urban design study examines the traits and characteristics of pre-automobile development using the historic sector of Nice, France as a case study. Visuals were created using SketchUp and Adobe Illustrator.

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PJ BellPlan 587A

1 February 2016

A Study of Pre-Automobile Development in Nice, France

Vieux Nice

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4000 100 200Metres1:7000N

Vieux Nice

Land Use

CommercialMixed Use

ResidentialInstitutional

Parks & PlazasWater Detail Boundaries

CONTEXT

3D Model

Figure Ground

Figure Ground

Source: Ministère de L’Équipement des Transport et du Tourisme

Architectural Profile

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CHARACTER

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4.25.6

None

17.0m

Average # of Stories: 5.5

FSR (gross):

FSR (net):

3.0mper side

No sidewalks on side streets; pedestrian-dominated space

Setbacks:

INDICATORS

Height

Floor Space Ratio & Setbacks Sidewalk: Wide Primary Street Sidewalk: Narrow Side Street

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March 21 December 21June 21

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17.0m

2.8m

6 : 1

17.0m9.0m

2 : 1

SHADOW STUDY BUILDING TO STREET RATIO

Wide Primary Street vs. Narrow Side Streets