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Iteration i
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
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The general programme suits the typology of the site. The Essoldo Cinema is an enclosed space appropriate for the marketplace & educational spaces. Whereas the Bridgewater Canal provides an open space appropriate for social interactions.
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Taking advantage of the different heights in land at the site. It is good to integrate on a canal level, Essoldo level & Edge Lane level.
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The different heights on the site makes the general arrangement of programme complex.
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Engages users on Edge Lane height to see the now neglected parts of Stretford, which is the Canal height & the Essoldo Cinema height.
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The organisation of the programmes to be more defined, to develop a more efficient programme so the users circulation is smooth.
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A possibility to engage water, earth & sky.
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Limited access point. The only way to access is from Essoldo Cinema & the entry to the canal which is on the opposite side of Edge Lane.
Local Stores
Workshop
Marketplace
The different heights of the site in section
Access point between staff vs visitor
Iteration ii
Strengths
Threats
Opportunities
Weaknesses
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There is no access to theatre space.
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The circulation for visitor starts after the Essoldo Cinema, so building won't be attracted by users.
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The programme flow is more clear, seperating private & public spaces as well as the circulation between the staff and visitor.
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The canal is opened up allowing users to interact with the canal.
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The entrance for visitors is not celebrated so limits attractions.
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To connect appropriate spaces between the staff and visitor
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To expand the canal and connect the landscape of Essoldo
Marketplace
Workshops
Local Stores
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Access points between staff vs visitor