![]() ![]() Named after the district in Venice, the Rialto refers not only to a place of trade and commerce but also a meeting place where many can come to find a central point. Mat Barnes photo credit © Jim ‘Rialto’ by Migrant’s Bureau There are multiple vantage points of the river view with benches set at varying heights and elevated Claude Glass reflectors providing abstracted and surreal views over the river wall. Single seat benches are set at distances responding to current social distancing rules with longer benches allowing for small groups to sit together. The benches allow for a variety of seating formations. #Designbox competition seriesThe seating is imagined as a series of washed up rocks adorned with photographic collages that reflect the past, present and future of the riverside. Resting Rocks are a direct response to the unique collision of surfaces, materials and washed up artifacts that exist where the Thames meets the riverbank. Twitter: ‘Resting Rocks’ by CAN with Felicity Hammond This reduces the need for short term recycling of temporary structures and minimizes its Life Cycle Carbon footprint. ![]() A combination of robust materials and flexible modules allows the platform to be moved and reconfigured to suit changing needs and sites along the Thames. Situated in a place of celebrated heritage the concept looks to enhance the local character by respecting the forms and materials of architecture and streetscape of Westminster. Arm rests are fixed to modules to provide ergonomic support for elderly or frail users.Ĭombined, these modules encourage everyone to enjoy the Thames together. A notch in the platform allows a wheelchair or pram to be situated safely next to others and is encompassed in the overall geometry of the platform. The sloped modules of the bench allow children to climb up high and people to recline. The concept aims to include all those who use the North Bank. ![]() The 6 shortlisted teams and their designs are: The project encourages interactivity and sensory design experiences to help shape a more welcoming and inclusive Thames Path for all. #Designbox competition fullThe London Festival of Architecture, Westminster City Council and the Northbank Business Improvement District have announced the six design teams shortlisted to create an ‘empowering platform’ – a public realm intervention that combines wayfinding, greenery, seating and more to reimagine the experience people have with the River Thames alongside the Westminster riverfront.Īrchitects, landscape architects, designers and artists were invited to develop a bold and interactive design solution that can showcase the riverfront at its full potential, offering new perspectives on the river, key local landmarks and the area’s rich history. Shortlist revealed for London Festival of Architecture 2020 design competitionĢ6th November 2020 – London Festival of Architecture, Westminster City Council and the Northbank Business Improvement District reveal shortlist for ‘Empowering Platforms’ design competition. Empowering Platforms design competition shortlist London Empowering Platforms design competition, LFA 2020, Festival of Architecture News Empowering Platforms design competition London ![]()
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