ENBE Final Project Report

ENBE | Final Project | Part A – Report | The Better Livable Town Representation

Better Livable Town

HEXICO

Philia Chua Yi Sian | 0318936

FNBE APR 2014 | Taylor’s University

Content:PHILIA CHUA YI SIAN | 0318936 | PN. HASMANIRA | FNBE APR 2014 | Taylor’s University

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1. Introduction

2. A Town : Investigation on Better Township or Township Guidelines and Issues

3. Investigation & Data Collection: Ancient and old town

4. Investigation & Data Collection: The present town

5. Investigation & Data Collection: The future and better township

6. The New “X” Town [ HEXICO ]

7. The Conclusion

8. Reference list

1.Introduction

This report is part of the final project of this subject, Elements of Natural and Built Environment. In this project, we were required to create and propose a better and livable town for Malaysians as we are facing a steep

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population increase. The proposed town is small in size, about 15-30 km2, with a population of 80,000-200,000.

Upon the completion of Part A of this project, I researched a lot on town planning as well as some sustainable design strategies. In relation to this subject, this project enables me to really go deep into the relationship between the natural and built environment as well as how they co-exist with one another with minimal disruption towards the natural balance.

2.The Town

2.1 Definitions

2.1.1 Definition of a cityA city is a relatively large and permanent human settlement. Although there is no agreement on how a city is



distinguished from a town within general English language meanings, many cities have a particular administrative, legal, or historical status based on local law.

Cities generally have complex systems for sanitation, utilities, land usage, housing, and transportation. The concentration of development greatly facilitates interaction between people and businesses, benefiting both parties in the process, but it also presents challenges to managing urban growth. A big city or metropolis usually has associated suburbs and exurbs. Such cities are usually associated with metropolitan areas and urban areas, creating numerous business commuters traveling to urban centers for employment. Once a city expands far enough to reach another city, this region can be deemed aconurbation or megalopolis.

2.1.2 Definition of a town

A town is a human settlement larger than a village but smaller than a city. The size definition for what constitutes a "town" varies considerably in different parts of the world.

2.2 The difference between a city and a town

Aspects City Town

Size Relatively larger, covers a wider area and merges with surrounding areas

Relatively smaller, covers a smaller area. Smaller than a city but larger


A population center that is larger than a village and smaller than a city.

A territorial and political unit governed by a town meeting, especially in New England.

An area that is more densely populated or developed than the surrounding area.

The residents of a community in which a university or college is located, as opposed to the students and faculty.

TOWTOWN

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/City

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Village

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_settlement

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Megalopolis_(city_type)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Conurbation

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commuter

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metropolitan_area

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commuter_town

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/House

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sanitation

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_administration


as they grow. than a village and does not tend to merge with surrounding areas.

Population More densely populated. More scarcely populated.

Governance Corporate bodies. Municipal bodies.

Ruler of body Mayor Chairman

2.3 Brief history of towns

2.3.1 The origin of the word

The word town shares an origin with the German word Zaun, the Dutch word tuin, and the Old Norse tun. The German word Zaun comes closest to the original meaning of the word: a fence of any material. An early borrowing from Celtic *dunom (cf. Old Irish dun, Welsh din "fortress, fortified place, camp," dinas "city;"

In English and Dutch, the meaning of the word took on the sense of the space which these fences enclosed. In England, a town was a small city that could not afford or was not allowed to build walls or other larger fortifications, and built a palisade or stockade instead . In the Netherlands, this space was a garden, more specifically those of the wealthy, which had a high fence or a wall around them (like the garden of palace Het Loo in Apeldoorn, which was the example for the privy garden of William and Mary at Hampton Court). In Old Norse tun means a (grassy) place between farmhouses, and is still used in a similar meaning in modern Norwegian.

In Old English and Early and Middle Scots, the word ton, toun, etc. could refer to kinds of settlements as diverse as agricultural estates and holdings, partly picking up the Norse sense (as in the Scots word fermtoun) at one end of the scale, to fortified municipality at the other. If there was any distinction between toun (fortified municipality) and burgh(unfortified municipality) as claimed by some[who?], it did not last in practice as burghs and touns developed. For example "Edina Burgh" or "Edinburgh" (called a city today) was built around a fort and eventually came to have a defensive wall.


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Avoid_weasel_words

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fermtoun

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scots_language

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_English

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hampton_Court

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hampton_Court

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_and_Mary

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apeldoorn

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Het_Loo_Palace

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palisade

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Norse

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dutch_language

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/German_language


In some cases, "town" is an alternate name for "city" or "village" (especially a larger village). Sometimes, the word "town" is short for "township". In general, today towns can be differentiated from townships, villages, or hamlets on the basis of their economic character, in that most of a town's population will tend to derive their living from manufacturing industry, commerce, and public services rather than primary industry such as agriculture or related activities.

A place's population size is not a reliable determinant of urban character. In many areas of the world, as in India at least until recent times, a large village might contain several times as many people as a small town. In the United Kingdom, there are historical cities that are far smaller than the larger towns.

The modern phenomenon of extensive suburban growth, satellite urban development, and migration of city-dwellers to villages have further complicated the definition of towns, creating communities urban in their economic and cultural characteristics but lacking other characteristics of urban localities.

2.3.2 Age of town scheme

Australian geographer Thomas Griffith Taylor proposed a classification of towns based on their age and pattern of land use . He identified five types of town:

2.4 What makes a town?


Infantile townsWith no clear zoning

Juvenile townsWhich have developed an area of shops

Adolescent townsWhere factories have started to appear

Early mature townsWith a separate area of high-class housing

Mature townsWith defined industrial, commercial and various types of residential area

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Land_use

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Griffith_Taylor

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suburb

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_urban_areas_in_England_by_population

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_Kingdom

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/India

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agriculture

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Primary_industry

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_service

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commerce

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Industry

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hamlet_(place)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Village

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Township

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zoning

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Retailing

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Factory

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_class

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/House

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Industry

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commerce

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Residential_area


Generally, the size of the local population and whether the location has been incorporated or has a local seat of government. The size of each varies from one country or region to another. A town is a human settlement larger than a village but smaller than a city. The size a settlement must be in order to be called a town varies considerably in different parts of the world, so that, for example, many American small towns seem to British people to be no more than villages, while many British small towns would qualify as cities in the United States.

It has to do with how the municipal government is set up. A village is a small community within a town or city. It does not have its own government. A town has a board of selectmen who are elected at the annual town meeting. The town meeting is where budget items are approved or rejected by the residents. Votes at town meetings are usually done by a show of hands. Each item in the budget is voted on line by line and there is often open discussion before each vote. A town does not have a mayor.

A city is the next step up in level of representative government. There is a mayor who is elected by the residents on election day. The city is broken up into wards or precincts and each precinct elects its own councilman. Often there is one "at large " councilman who is elected by the whole city. The city council decides the budget and appoints people for many positions that are elected in a town government.

It has nothing to do with the size of the population. Framingham, Massachusetts is a town with over 65,000 people while Hallowell, Maine is a city with less than 3,000 residents.

2.5 What makes a good town? (Township Guidelines)

2.5.1 Guidelines

If you are planning any kind of home remodeling project, or

thinking of retaining a contractor to do work for you, please

keep the following regulations in mind. The Township's

guidelines are based on national standards to help ensure that

repairs, additions, and alterations are done safely, whether by

homeowners or contractors. If you are unsure if a permit is

required, please take the time to call the Code Enforcement

Department, at (215) 659-3100, for assistance before



beginning work. Fines can be issued for any work begun prior

to the issuance of the permits required.

2.5.2 Building Permits

Building permits are needed for all repairs, additions, and

alterations to properties. This includes work done to roofs,

siding, windows, fences, sheds, both above and in-ground

pools, driveways, driveway aprons, curbs, as well as interior

projects in kitchens, bathrooms, and garages.

2.5.3 Other Permits

Permits must also be taken out for work on heating, air

conditioning, and electrical systems. All plumbing projects

must be done by a registered master plumber, and the

plumber must apply directly for the permits required.

2.5.4 Building Codes

The current National and Local Codes adopted by Upper

Moreland Township are:

2009 International Building Code 2009 International Residential Code 2009 International Property Maintenance Code 2009 International Mechanical Code NFPA 70 (National Electrical Code-2008 Edition) 2009 International Plumbing Code 2009 International Fuel Gas Code 2009 Energy Conservation Code

Pennsylvania recently adopted a State-wide Code that all

municipalities within the State will eventually be required to

adopt and enforce. The State-wide code will include the

international building code; international mechanical code;

international plumbing code; international fire prevention

code; international fuel gas code; international energy

conservation code and the ICC electrical code. Visit the

Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry's web site for

additional information.


http://www.nfpa.org/

http://bocai.org/


2.5.5 Registration of Contractors

Contractors who work in Upper Moreland Township are

required to register with the Township's Code Enforcement

Department and provide the Department with a certificate of

insurance.

2.5.6 House Numbers

To help emergency services personnel quickly locate your

property, Township guidelines require that house numbers be

posted on all residential properties. The numbers should be on

the street side of your home, made of a durable, light

reflecting material or color which is in contrast to the

background, and be at least three inches high for residential

dwellings. For non-residential properties, street numbers

should be posted on both the front and back of the building

and be at least five and one half inches in height.

2.5.7 Public Nuisances

The Township often receives complaints from residents

concerning excessive noise, dogs barking continually

(especially at night), and pet owners who fail to clean up after

their animals. These are but a few examples of a public

nuisance,'' actions which interfere with the repose, health,

safety or life of others. Like most municipalities, Upper

Moreland has adopted regulations which prohibit nuisances

which affect the quality of life of our residents. Please be

considerate of your neighbors!

2.5.8 Property Maintenance

Township regulations require that all properties be kept in

good repair. Please trim grass and weeds regularly and

remember that growth in excess of twelve inches is

prohibited. Trash and debris may not be stored on properties

at any time. Your cooperation with these regulations will help

keep Upper Moreland a first class community for everyone

who lives and works here.



2.5.9 Home Occupations

Residents may operate a business from their property subject

to certain restrictions. Only people living in the dwelling may

operate the business. If you are interested in running a

business from your home, please contact the Code

Enforcement Department first to make sure your plans are in

keeping with the Township's guidelines and to obtain the

annual use registration permit which is required. All

businesses must also register with the Township's Business

Tax Office before beginning operations. Residences used for

in-home day care must meet all township regulations and be

inspected annually by the code enforcement officer and fire

marshal.

2.5.10 Recreational Vehicles

Recreational vehicles longer than twenty feet must have a

Township sticker if stored on your property for more than two

weeks. The sticker can be obtained from the Code

Enforcement Department.

2.6 Future town concepts

KEY CONCEPT 1: INTERDEPENDENCE

Understanding how people, the environment, the economy are

inextricably linked at all levels from local to global.

KEY CONCEPT 2: CITIZENSHIP AND STEWARDSHIP

Recognizing the importance of taking individual responsibility and

action to ensure the world is a better place.

KEY CONCEPT 3: NEEDS AND RIGHTS OF FUTURE

GENERATIONS

Understanding our own basic needs and the implications for the

needs of future generations of actions taken today.

KEY CONCEPT 4: DIVERSITY



Respecting and valuing both human diversity – cultural, social and

economic – and biodiversity.

KEY CONCEPT 5: QUALITY OF LIFE

Acknowledging that global equity and justice are essential elements

of sustainability and that basic needs must be met universally.

KEY CONCEPT 6: SUSTAINABLE CHANGE

Understanding that resources are finite and that this has

implications for people’s lifestyles, and for commerce and industry.

KEY CONCEPT 7: UNCERTAINTY AND PRECAUTION

Acknowledging that there is a range of possible approaches to

sustainability and that situations are constantly changing, a need for

flexibility and lifelong learning.

3.Investigation & Data Collection:



Ancient Cities / towns

3.1 The ancient town that I am focusing on

Xitang Ancient Water Town, Shanghai, China

3.2 Location of the town

3.3 The significance and details of the town

Xitang is level, densely distributed with rivers and has a very quiet natural environment. 9 rivers converge in this town, dividing it into 8 sections, but many bridges link this water town together (anciently called as “nine dragon old pearl” and “wind from 8 sides”).Inside the town, there are many well-preserved architectural groups constructed during the Ming and Qing dynasties.

The buildings boast a higher artistry and study value, thus being highlighted by the experts at home and abroad studying antique buildings. Through a bird's-eye view of the whole town, green waves ripple everywhere and every family resides near water. In the morning, water flows beneath bridges, thin mist is like silk, pinkish walls on both banks stand tall and erect and tiled houses are reflected inversely in the water.



Ancient time-worn streets crisscross Xitang town. The town has about 122 small lanes, and all are paved with stone slats. Along these lanes sit hundreds-years-old houses that still serve as homes to the locals. Of the 122 lanes, the Shipi Lane has a total length of 68 meters, is about 1 meter at it’s widest, and its narrowest point is only 80 centimeters wide. Shipi Lane is paved with 166 stone planks, each only 3 centimeters thick, making them difficult to be chisel from granite.

3.4 Images and illustrations of the town

Ancient lanes of Xitang Town.

Scenic view of Xitang town.

3.5 What I learned from this town

- Include bridges and gardens- Transportation on water- Tourism and cultural activities- Building material- Stilted houses

4.Investigation & Data Collection:



Present Towns / township

4.1 The present town that I am focusing on

Echuca, Victoria, Australia

4.2 Location of the town

4.3 The significance and details of the town

Echuca is a town located on the banks of the Murray River and Campaspe River in Victoria, Australia. Echuca is the administrative center and largest settlement in the Shire of Campaspe. At the 2011 census, Echuca had a population of 12,983.


ECHUCA


Echuca, an Aboriginal name meaning "Meeting of the Waters" is indicative of the role rivers have played in the town's existence.

Its location at the closest point of the Murray to Melbourne contributed to its development as a thriving river port city during the 19th century. By the 1870s Echuca had risen to prominence as Australia's largest inland port, being both a key river port and railway junction. Steam-driven paddleboats would arrive at the 400-metre long redgum Echuca Wharf, unloading it to be transported by rail to Melbourne.

Wool, wheat, other grains, livestock and timber were the most common cargoes. The wharf has been listed as a Heritage Place on the Australian National Heritage List.This industrial boom led to a rapidly expanding population, at one stage in excess of 15,000, with more than a hundred pubs (hotels) rumoured to exist in the Echuca district at one time. An iron bridge was constructed over the Murray River in the 1870s.

The main industry in Echuca is tourism. Tourism injects approximately $250 million into the Echuca economy annually. Visitors are attracted to the town by its warm climate, the Murray River, recreational attractions, and historical features, such as the Port of Echuca which has the world's largest fleet of operating paddle steamers.

Echuca is also a major regional service economy.

Agriculture is very important to the region and dairy, wheat, sheep, pig, and cattle farms are all within close proximity.

Annual activities include the Southern 80 waterski race (February), the Riverboats Music Festival (February), the Jazz, Food and Wine Festival (February), the Rotary Steam Horse and Vintage Rally (June), and the Red Cross Murray Marathon (December).

-Media: Television, Newspaper, Radio-Retailers-Water sports: Swimming, Canoeing, Water skiing


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Cross_Murray_Marathon

http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Riverboats_Music_Festival&action=edit&redlink=1

http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Southern_80&action=edit&redlink=1


4.4 Images and illustrations of the town

Echuca's main landmark, the dock on the Murray River.

Echuca-Moama rail bridge and paddle steamers.


- Include ports and railways (transportation)- Agriculture- Include bridges- Tourism- Consider climate and season- Paddle steamers- Media, retailers and water sports


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Echuca-Moama_rail_bridge_Stevage.jpg%00%E5%A1%B9%EF%92%81%E1%B4%BB%E4%A1%BF%E2%B2%AF%E5%B6%82%E8%97%84%E6%8C%A7%00%00%EA%AE%A5


5.Investigation & Data Collection:The future of towns/cities and Better Towns

5.1 The future city that I am focusing on

City of Muller[THE CITY OF THE FUTURE: HEXAGONAL BUILDING CONCEPT FOR A NEW DIVISION]

5.2 Significant information and explanation of future concepts

These principles are constructed from the eyes of insects, which actually are placed together as a bundle of eyes. Using the smallest surfaces the greatest number of elements can be brought together.When one places city blocks together in the form of a hexagonal honeycomb and the streets organize the city blocks in place of partitions, these streets then pass everything in a regular broken form, whereby the shortest connecting lines between two points enclose the parts of the city.

1. On this entire area can be built:a) houses with streetsb) houses with interior gardens and house fronts c) entertainment establishments, museums, galleries, schools or villas in the interior gardend) coffee houses, restaurants, monuments, fountains, etc. Complete construction 11.976m

2. From the public streets including the sidewalks From the courtyard in the hexagon between front and rear tracts is formed 6.400mTotal 16.600m

3. From the hexagonal interior garden comes 7.708m



And from the open parks in the triangles 4.964mTotal 12.672m

Therefore the finished application is:built surface 30%streets and houses 40%gardens 30%Total 100%

5.3 The advantages derived from hexagonal city planning

1. The hexagonal housing blocks have entirely no north fronts since the longitudinal axis of the block rows are situated respective to the major street in the north-south direction, so that partially or completely sunless dwellings are enclosed, thereby we also have to consider the line of houses which cannot shade one another at all, except in the interior courtyard in case of higher building.

2. All housing has a front width which is determined by the length of the courtyard and, of course, the street tracts running through the public courtyard, when each hexagonal building block is surrounded by six public courtyards the interior courtyards will still have reasonable dimensions relative to the housing tracts.

3. For public monuments, fountains, and objects of beauty sufficient sizes of areas are given.

4. The form of the street becomes stable by designing the street as a straight line, giving it a delightful view.

5. The built ground surface area can create very valuable buildings, which thereby would be good rental property, which nearly every parcel of land can become, and is produced in the building up of density by using this construction method for future public building.

6. The water main and sewage system themselves provide a remarkably simple and clearly arranged structure, which is relatively inexpensive....



5.4 Illustrations of the future city

Figure 1 shows a part of a new section of the city utilizing this hexagonal building concept and a completely regular form.

Figure 2 is an example of a plan sketch that is assigned to an irregular hexagonal building concept, to show that not just completely orthogonal, triangular and circular ordering systems are necessary to work with this basic idea, that the regularity of form, for this purpose, has many advantages in itself for this construction ordering system as a general example which is clearly calculable and therefore relates all of the following construction ideas originating in the regular form in figure 1.


- Advantages of hexagonal town grid- Regular forms with partitions- Basic components to be placed in my future town- Consider all widths, lengths and surface areas- Sun rotation and living comfort- Street tracts along buildings and areas (built form) - Streetscapes- Building density, future remodeling considerations- Water and sewage system

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6.1 Chosen town type and reasons

A town with a river flowing right through the town.

Reasons: - Water transportation can be implemented.- Water as a source of life.- Can be used in agriculture.- Beautiful bridges and waterfronts can be built to promote tourism.

6.2 The aim of my town

To create a better and sustainable lifestyle for my residents and to focus on TOURISM.

Why tourism?- One of the fastest growing industries in the world.- Main source of economy for my town.- River as a main tourism attraction.

- Include other interesting recreational areas and landmarks.- Modern, unique and functional infrastructure design.- Walkability and public transportation issues.- Tourist comfort and experience.- Disable-friendly.- Fine dining.- Well trained tour guides and personnel.- Scheduled and high quality services.

6.3 Chosen town grid and reasons

Hexagonal town grid.

Reasons:- Visually appealing.- As the most efficient pattern for covering a surface hexagonal layouts can save around 10% in infrastructure costs, including a 10% reduction in road per house. - Also three way intersections have improved sight lines and fewer



collision points than 4 way crossroads. With feeder roads they can

avoid the need for stop lines although this is not recommended in

mixed traffic areas with pedestrians.

- If a hexagonal grid was pointed north then no building

would be entirely North facing and all buildings would receive some sunlight throughout the day.- Through geometrical configurations and measurements he pointed to the potential savings in the length of the water lines as well as those for the sewer system. - Fewer fire hydrants and water mains could

serve a larger number of buildings, and shorter service lines could be

laid between the mains and the buildings.

6.4 Master plan of Hexico

6.5 Topography of Hexico


Waterfall


6.6 Main buildings and zones

6.7 Town zoning


Slope

TOURISM ZONE

WATER AND WASTE MANAGEMENT


6.7.1 Administrative Zone

- This zone consists of Hexico’s clock tower as it’s landmark, administrative buildings, a mini airport, offices, main LRT station and other services.- It is situated in the middle of the town for ease of administrative purposes.- It’s accessibility rate is the highest because of it’s location

and has the shortest distance between every zone.

6.7.2 Residential Zone

- This zone consist of modern houses and condominiums which practices green roofing.- Situated away from industrial area.- An LRT station is situated here for easy access.- A park is situated in the middle of this zone for public use.

6.7.3 Education Zone

- This zone consists of kindergartens, secondary school and universities.- A field is situated in the middle.- There are also shop houses and religious buildings.- A gas station is also situated here because the parking zone is opposite it.


ADMINISTRATIVE ZONE

RESIDENTIAL ZONE

COMMERCIAL ZONE

EDUCATION ZONE

INDUSTRIAL ZONE


- It is situated right next to the residential zone for easy access.

6.7.4 Industrial Zone

- This zone consist of factories and power generators. - This area is the work place for the residents of Hexico.- An LRT station is situated there for easy access.- A car park is situated right across for easy parking.

6.7.5 Water and Waste Management Zone

- This zone consists of water storage systems, water management technologies, waste managing systems and a hydro-power generator.- It is situated on top of the hill, which maximizes the hydro-

power.- The water flows from high area to low area to all the parts of Hexico, saving cost for water pumps.- At the waste management unit, recycling is highly practiced.

6.7.6 Tourism Zone

- This is the most important part of Hexico where tourism is the main aim of the town. - This zone consists of hotels, Hexico Zoo, Hexico museum, fountains where water comes from the river beside it.- There is also an island there, formed from the river.- This zone faces the West to ensure that the beautiful sunset view is visible from all parts of the zone.- On the island, there is a water sports center, hotels and a Hexico Theme Park.- A waterfall formed from the river and the terrain also serves as a tourist attraction. - A five star restaurant is also situated here that oversees the waterfall and island area.

6.7.7 Commercial Zone

- This zone consists of big shopping malls, shop houses and more.

- Hexico plaza is situated in the middle of the zone as an open area for public use and cultural activities.



- An LRT station is situated here for easy access.

- A petrol station is also situated here right opposite the car park area.

6.8 Transportation

6.9 Green areas and open spaces


- The main transport systems used in Hexico are road vehicles, bicycles and underground LRT lines.

- The main roads of Hexico encircles the outer part.

- The LRT stations are situated in four different areas, with the main station at the center.

- The LRT lines are underground.

- The mini airport is situated in the middle, which is for helicopters and private jets.

- Residents are encouraged to walk and cycle to practice a sustainable lifestyle.

- The main cycling and walking area is the middle hexagon coloured in yellow.

- Green spaces include trees along the walking and cycling belt, forests as well as on the island itself.

- Parks and fields are also available for public use.

- Houses and buildings have been encouraged to practice green roofing as well.

- The Hexico plaza situated in the commercial zone is for public use and cultural activities.


6.10 Power generators and other services

6.11 Sustainable approaches

- Town planning based on complete understanding and research of terrain, geography and environment of location (inflict minimal damage and changes )- Build green buildings- Promote healthy, functional and environmental friendly infrastructure designs- Include parks, forest reserves and green spaces


- Other services include: carparks, gas stations, religious buildings, Hexico clock tower, fire station, police station and hospital.

- The main religion of the residents in Hexico are Christianity, Hindu and Muslim.

- The main power supply is renewable energy sources derived from solar energy, wind energy and water energy.

- The windmills are not blocked by

any buildings to maximize the capture of the South East wind.

- Solar panels face the East direction to capture the most sunlight during the day.

- The hydro-generator is situated on the slope of mount Hexico to maximize the hydro power.


- Usage of renewable energy and power supply (wind turbines, water turbine, solar energy etc.)- Proper use of land and resources.- Implement rules and regulations regarding environmental protection issues- Promote awareness regarding conservation and preservation of the environment

6.12 Town perspective

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Conclusion

Upon the completion of Part A of this project, I have learned a lot on town planning and sustainable design strategies, both of which are important topics discussed and researched by the architects of today.

As the scarcity of land continues to be a rising concern, it is crucial to understand and implement theories regarding proper land use and sustainability into our building structures, designs and lifestyle.

I believe there is no perfect town nor there ever will be, therefore the possibility of creating a better, livable town is always there. I hope that in



future, we can find a way to achieve this notion and to sustain life for generations to come.

8.Reference Links


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Town

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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Town



http://www.chinahighlights.com/hangzhou/attraction/xitang-town.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Echuca

http://urbanplanning.library.cornell.edu/DOCS/muller.htm


http://urbanplanning.library.cornell.edu/DOCS/muller.htm

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Echuca

http://www.chinahighlights.com/hangzhou/attraction/xitang-town.htm