Studio 04_04_13

More longshore drift discussion with James Fox. Essentially we talked about groynes and the need to be bold with any modifications in order to truly amplify the natural processes. Also, if the interventions are massive, the opportunity to create larger drifts and ecological features becomes possible.

Tschumi-esque markers in the sea. Large 'groyne' intervention creates tidal pond and manipulates landform.

Connecting the land to the sea. Ground interventions that create evolving landscapes (i.e. opportunities for landuse), and hence new narrative and experiences.

Groynes as buildings? Drifting shingle constantly shifting around the building. Glass winter garden creates a new type of botanical experience in the sea..../

Made me think about the Svaldbard global seed valut project in Norway. Cutting into the landform.

Interesting to imagine the view and vista from on top of a massive groyne like intervention...

Also....

Amager Beach Park has been one of the largest urban recreational development projects, close to the city centre of Copenhagen. The beach park has transformed the coastal landscape of the city and the island of Amager facing the Sound.  I love the brutal nature of these structures against the vastness of the site.

I think the cultural nature of Brighton demands an equally bold statement. the current scheme in outmoded.  Perhaps I should imagine the whole site as one massive skate park?

Or, bathing platforms...?