Design Concepts Assignment: Emelyn Jaros
Emelyn Jaros
Traditional Design Thinking:
Pittsburgh, PA
[1]
[2]
Grid layout—The city was originally planned out in a grid,
which was a common feature of pre-Industrial cities. This design makes the
city easy to navigate to this day.
[3]
Market Square—Market Square is a plaza in downtown
Pittsburgh that is ringed by shops, bars, and restaurants. The square also is
host to community events such as an ice rink that is set up each winter.
[8]
[4]
Cathedral of Learning—Lovingly called “Cathy” by University
of Pittsburgh students, the Cathedral of Learning is the central to the
identity of both the campus and the larger community. The Cathedral of Learning
hosts social and educational events and, like a traditional religious
Cathedral, is a gathering point for the community. Its limestone exterior is visible at many points throughout the city. The building was commissioned in
1921 and is a noted example of Gothic Architecture [5].
[6]
[7]
Stone Bridges—Stone bridges can be found throughout Schenley park and dispersed throughout the city. Pittsburgh is primarily dominated by steel so these bridges serve as a poignant reminder of the traditional design ideas which inspired urban planning of the city prior to the industrial revolution. They add a more natural element to the cities aesthetic.
Modern Design Thinking:
[10]
Heinz Stadium—Home of the Pittsburgh Football team, the
Steelers, the Heinz Stadium is a prominent feature of the Pittsburgh skyline
and an important icon in Pittsburgh sports culture. The stadium was completed
in 2001 and its design features both steel and glass heavily. The plastic
seats inside the open air area further emphasize the modern feel of the
stadium. [9] The stadium a prime example of modern infrastructure and its integration into the surrounding city demonstrates the modern design thinking that shaped Pittsburgh.
[12]
Steel Bridges—One of the best known features of Pittsburgh
is it’s numerous steel bridges. Pittsburgh is located at the intersection of three rivers so bridges have been a major part of the city’s growth development.
In total, Pittsburgh has 446 bridges, with the vast majority being constructed from
steel. [11] The abundance of steel creates an industrial feel to the city and
shows how
modern design has been implemented to make the
various parts of the
city accessible. The map to the left shows the locations of the major bridges in
Pittsburgh.
[13]
[14]
Pittsburgh
Skyline—Pittsburgh’s Skyline exemplifies the modern design thinking that has
shaped the cities development in recent years. The names of many of the
buildings are incorporated into the architecture and prominently displayed. The
skyscrapers are mainly constructed of concrete and glass with accents of steel
and are a testament to Pittsburgh’s status as a modern hub of business and
culture.
Green Design Thinking:
[16]
Schenley Park—Schenley Park’s 456 acres are crossed with
trails and creeks. [15] A small lake is located at the park's heart. The park is under a fifteen minute drive from downtown and is nestled between three of
Pittsburgh’s most well known neighborhoods. The park is a popular location for
those who want to escape the bustle of the city and a favorite spot among the
students of the multiple Universities which border the park.
[18]
Point
State Park—Located in downtown Pittsburgh, where the three rivers converge,
this 36 acre park is home to history and greenery. The park was the site of
both Fort Pitt and Fort Duquesne and today is home to the Fort Pitt Museum.
Open, well-maintained lawns provide places for outdoor activities such as
picnics and the mature trees are a welcome break from the industrial feel of
the city.
[17]
[20]
Mellon
Square—Mellon Square is a 1.6 acre green oasis located within the heat of Pittsburgh’s
busy downtown. Built on top of a parking garage, the square has been a peaceful
get-away for Pittsburgh residents and visitors alike for over 60 years. [19]
Mellon Square features picturesque fountains and a multitude of trees and other
plants. The park integrates natures into the concrete aesthetic of the city.
Works
cited:
Traditional Design Thinking:
Pittsburgh, PA
|
| [2] |
| [3] |
Market Square—Market Square is a plaza in downtown
Pittsburgh that is ringed by shops, bars, and restaurants. The square also is
host to community events such as an ice rink that is set up each winter.
|
| [8] |
| [4] |
Cathedral of Learning—Lovingly called “Cathy” by University
of Pittsburgh students, the Cathedral of Learning is the central to the
identity of both the campus and the larger community. The Cathedral of Learning
hosts social and educational events and, like a traditional religious
Cathedral, is a gathering point for the community. Its limestone exterior is visible at many points throughout the city. The building was commissioned in
1921 and is a noted example of Gothic Architecture [5].
|
| [6] |
|
| [7] |
Stone Bridges—Stone bridges can be found throughout Schenley park and dispersed throughout the city. Pittsburgh is primarily dominated by steel so these bridges serve as a poignant reminder of the traditional design ideas which inspired urban planning of the city prior to the industrial revolution. They add a more natural element to the cities aesthetic.
Modern Design Thinking:
|
| [10] |
Heinz Stadium—Home of the Pittsburgh Football team, the
Steelers, the Heinz Stadium is a prominent feature of the Pittsburgh skyline
and an important icon in Pittsburgh sports culture. The stadium was completed
in 2001 and its design features both steel and glass heavily. The plastic
seats inside the open air area further emphasize the modern feel of the
stadium. [9] The stadium a prime example of modern infrastructure and its integration into the surrounding city demonstrates the modern design thinking that shaped Pittsburgh.
|
| [12] |
Steel Bridges—One of the best known features of Pittsburgh
is it’s numerous steel bridges. Pittsburgh is located at the intersection of three rivers so bridges have been a major part of the city’s growth development.
In total, Pittsburgh has 446 bridges, with the vast majority being constructed from
steel. [11] The abundance of steel creates an industrial feel to the city and
shows how
modern design has been implemented to make the
various parts of the
city accessible. The map to the left shows the locations of the major bridges in
Pittsburgh.
|
| [13] |
|
| [14] |
Pittsburgh
Skyline—Pittsburgh’s Skyline exemplifies the modern design thinking that has
shaped the cities development in recent years. The names of many of the
buildings are incorporated into the architecture and prominently displayed. The
skyscrapers are mainly constructed of concrete and glass with accents of steel
and are a testament to Pittsburgh’s status as a modern hub of business and
culture.
Green Design Thinking:
|
| [16] |
Schenley Park—Schenley Park’s 456 acres are crossed with
trails and creeks. [15] A small lake is located at the park's heart. The park is under a fifteen minute drive from downtown and is nestled between three of
Pittsburgh’s most well known neighborhoods. The park is a popular location for
those who want to escape the bustle of the city and a favorite spot among the
students of the multiple Universities which border the park.
|
| [18] |
Point
State Park—Located in downtown Pittsburgh, where the three rivers converge,
this 36 acre park is home to history and greenery. The park was the site of
both Fort Pitt and Fort Duquesne and today is home to the Fort Pitt Museum.
Open, well-maintained lawns provide places for outdoor activities such as
picnics and the mature trees are a welcome break from the industrial feel of
the city.
|
| [17] |
|
| [20] |
Mellon
Square—Mellon Square is a 1.6 acre green oasis located within the heat of Pittsburgh’s
busy downtown. Built on top of a parking garage, the square has been a peaceful
get-away for Pittsburgh residents and visitors alike for over 60 years. [19]
Mellon Square features picturesque fountains and a multitude of trees and other
plants. The park integrates natures into the concrete aesthetic of the city.
Works
cited:
[1]
Pittsburgh Location on the US Map. Digital image. On the World Map. N.p.,
n.d. Web. 14 June 2017.
[3]
Ice rink in Market Square. Digital image. Market Square. N.p., 17 Nov.
2011. Web. 14 June 2017.
[2]
Cramer, Harold. Original Plan of Pittsburgh. Digital
image. Pittsburgh 250: Maps from 1759 to Almost Now. N.p., 5 May 2017.
Web. 14 June 2017.
[4]
Map which highlights Oakland area. Digital image. SPAA 2012 Local
Information. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 June 2017.
[5] "Cathedral of
Learning." University of Pittsburgh. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 June 2017.
[6]
Mattucci Photography. Cathedral Of Learning Aerial. Digital
image. Fine Art America. N.p., 28 Jan. 2013. Web. 14 June 2017.
[7]
Lincoln Av (left) crosses above Washington Blvd and through Brilliant Cutoff
Viaduct (right). Digital image. Pghbridges.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 14 June
2017.
[8]
Market Square Location. Digital image. Google Maps. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 June 2017.
[9]
"Heinz Field." Stadiums of Pro Football. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 June
2017.
[10]
West End Overlook of Pittsburgh. Digital image. Mdmpix. N.p., 29 Aug.
2009. Web. 17 June 2017.
[11]
"How A City With 446 Bridges Deals With Infrastructure." How A
City With 446 Bridges Deals With Infrastructure | Here & Now. N.p., 26 Apr.
2016. Web. 17 June 2017.
[12]
Locations of Pittsburgh Bridges. Digital image. Pittsburgh Maps. N.p.,
n.d. Web. 17 June 2017.
[13]
Pittsburgh Bridges. Digital image. Pinterest. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 June
2017.
[14]
Altdorfer, John. Pittsburgh Skyline. Digital image. Flickr. N.p., 25
May 2011. Web. 17 June 2017.
[15]
Conservancy, Pittsburgh Parks. "Schenley Park." A Regional Park
in Pittsburgh PA. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 June 2017.
[16]
Cobblestone Bridge in Schenley Park Pittsburgh. Digital image. Wikipedia
Commons. N.p., 2009. Web. 17 June 2017.
[17]
Schenely Park. Digital image. Pennsylvania Department of Conversation and
Natural Resources. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 June 2017.
[18]
Map of Pittsburgh Featuring Schenley Park. Digital image. Great Allegany
Passage. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 June 2017.
[19]
Conservancy, Pittsburgh Parks. "Mellon Square." A Garden Plaza
Located in Downtown Pittsburgh. N.p., n.d. Web. 17 June 2017.
[20]
Mellon Square from Above. Digital image. Mellon Square Plaza. N.p., n.d.
Web. 17 June 2017.
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