Horizontal+Circulation



** What is it that the design of horizontal circulation determines? **

The design of horizontal circulation determines the character of the entire structure and its basic shape.

** What are the four practical requirements of any horizontal circulation system mentioned in the lecture? **

1. - The building needs to have an adequate size for its uses.

2. - Dotted directions. A good circulation plan work well in either direction.

3. - Traffic convergences must be expressed. This is especially important in the design of facilities for rapid exits.

** What are the three examples (names of buildings) mentioned by Prof. Watanabe to illustrate different horizontal circulation patterns? **

The three examples of buildings mentioned are the Pennsylvania Station in New York the Centro Soyuz in Moscow and The palace of justice in Paris.

** Why is the concept of Horizontal Circulation important in any urban plan or architectural design? **

The horizontal circulation is important in architecture because it defines the course of the building. Is like a tool for the architect because not only helps walk the levels and go up to the next, it also organizes the structure and the spaces which it serves. Is very important to establish a specific circulation because the spaces may vary, but the circulation between them is permanent.