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Site Study / Site Analysis

The document discusses the importance of site analysis in planning and design. It outlines the key steps as site inventory and site analysis. Site inventory involves collecting data on 12 elements of the site, including location, size, natural features, and views. This data is mapped and documented. In site analysis, the inventory data is analyzed to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and constraints to inform the design. The output is a composite analysis map that justifies where and how development should occur.

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Site Study / Site Analysis

The document discusses the importance of site analysis in planning and design. It outlines the key steps as site inventory and site analysis. Site inventory involves collecting data on 12 elements of the site, including location, size, natural features, and views. This data is mapped and documented. In site analysis, the inventory data is analyzed to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and constraints to inform the design. The output is a composite analysis map that justifies where and how development should occur.

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SITE STUDY / SITE

ANALYSIS

Creating a sense of place (genius loci) hinges on


understanding and responding to site context (the
sites unique character). A sense of place can be
strengthened by using or adapting the forms or
elements that are common around the place.
Planning & Design Process

Detailed
Design

Planning & design occurs as a process


Logical sequence of actions that must be carried
out to reach a viable solution
We are concerned with SITE STUDY / ANALYSIS
LaGro Jr, James A., Site Analysis:
The Need for Site Study / Analysis

Studying and analyzing the site and its


surrounding context is an important step in
site planning & design
Site attributes / characteristics must be
analyzed in order to adapt the proposed
building to the specific / unique conditions of
the site
Site condition will have a CONSIDERABLE
INFLUENCE on the direction of the design
Component of Site Study / Analysis

2 distinct steps but interrelated:


Site inventory collecting information / data
relevant to the site and surrounding area
(doing an inventory)
Site analysis Data is analyzed in terms of
its implication on the proposed building on
the site
Elements of SITE INVENTORY

1. LOCATION
Site related to major
roads / landmarks
Aerial photos

Distance and proximity


to major places + time
taken to travel
Elements of Site Inventory

2. NEIGHBORHOOD
CONTEXT (site and its
neighbors)
Zoning / land use of
neighborhood
Predominant
architectural pattern,
character of immediate
surrounding + condition
of building
Reaction of surrounding
buildings towards site
Elements of Site Inventory

3. SIZE & ZONING


Site boundaries,
dimensions, set-backs,
height limitation,
allowable site coverage
(plot ratio) parking
requirements
Elements of Site Inventory

4. LEGAL CONSTRAINTS
Legal property restrictions,
rights of way, subdivision
regulations, etc.
What legally can or cannot
be done to the property
Most can be found at Land
Office or other Govt.
authorities
Elements of Site Inventory

5. NATURAL FEATURES
Topography / slopes
features of site
contour map
River, Lake, Drainage
pattern, water table,
flood data
Trees & vegetation,
ground texture
Soil condition
Elements of Site Inventory

6. MAN MADE
FEATURES
Existing buildings,
walls, bus shelter or
other structures on the
site
Size & location to be
noted and measured
Some info can be
sourced from local
authority
Elements of Site Inventory

7. CIRCULATION AROUND
SITE
Uses of streets, roads,
alleys, sidewalks, plazas
are important to be noted
Circulation of vehicular and
pedestrian movements to
be mapped (public transport
routes, pedestrian
pathways)
Elements of Site Inventory

8. UTILITIES & FACILITIES


Information on availability of
water, sanitary, storm
drainage, electricity,
telephone line, etc.
Availability of public
facilities, recreational
centers, transportation
terminal, etc. near the site
Elements of Site Inventory

9. VIEWS
Visual study of on-site and
off-site views
Study is useful to determine
visual character of the site
as this will impact on
proposed building design
Views taken from: inside
out; outside in and across
site including immediate
surrounding
Elements of Site Inventory

10. SENSORY
Sensory elements of
sound/noise,
smell/odour,
smoke/pollutant, must
be observed through
first hand experience
Elements of Site Inventory

11. HUMAN & CULTURAL


Information on activities of
people around the site
observe the different age
groups
Cultural / local historical
attributes of site
Cultural / historical features
may be important
consideration as a link
between the proposed new
development and the past
Elements of Site Inventory

12. CLIMATE
Macroclimate rainfall,
wind pattern, temperature,
sun path throughout year
Microclimate refers to the
variation to the general
climate due to site features
of topography, plants,
structural elements on or
around site, etc.
Shade / shadow patterns
created by existing structure
/ plants are important to
analyse
Format of Site Inventory

To prepare base map of the site include


site boundaries & key site information and
surrounding
Base map will be the template for mapping
each attribute / element studied
All these onsite / offsite observations must be
documented on inventory maps or through
sketches/photographs, written notes, etc.
Site Inventory Map

www.barnesvanze.com
SITE ANALYSIS

Next step after inventory mapping is to


analyze its implications for proposed
development i.e. looking at strengths &
weaknesses and developing opportunities &
constraints provided by site on each element
Done on separate map/plan or may be
combined with site inventory information on
same drawing
Site Analysis Map or Diagram

www.ldf.watford.gov.uk
Site Analysis Map or Diagram

www.schirmerassociates.com
Site Analysis Map or Diagram

www.ecotopia.com
CONCLUSION

End product of Site Study / Site Analysis is a


composite analysis map (sometimes called
opportunities & constraints sheet)
Analysis map highlights positive elements of
the site that should be enhanced
Composite analysis map provides clear
justification to designer on what form and
where the development should occur that
offers the most advantage and minimum
environmental impact.
Further reading:

LaGro Jr, James A., Site Analysis: Linking


Program and Concept in Land Planning and
Design, New York: John Wiley and Sons, 2001.
White, Edward T., Site Analysis: Diagramming
Information for Architectural Design, Florida:
Architectural Media, 2004.
McBride, Steven B., Site Planning and Design,
The Web Book of Regional Science, 2006
THE END

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