CONSPIRACY:
End of Trip
End of trip presents a radical transformation of our urban transportation landscape, challenging the long-established dominance of automobiles within our city infrastructure. It proposes a novel approach to mobility, one that is heavily influenced by architectural design, with the aim of promoting cycling as a primary mode of mass transportation.
At its core, this endeavor encompasses a meticulously curated set of strategies designed to impact the Arden/Macaulay site in Melbourne across multiple urban scales, from the overarching urban plan to the minutiae of street blocks and individual dwellings. Each intervention is a vital component of a comprehensive network of platforms, pathways, and spaces, all of which champion the cyclist's freedom of movement.
This ambitious initiative delves deep into the historical trajectory of Arden/Macaulay as a suburb, scrutinizing the evolution of transportation priorities over time. This network is underpinned by a set of rules governing mobility and the complex intersections occurring between various modes of transportation: The Car, The Train, The Bike, and The Pedestrian. Navigating this site is a journey marked by a tapestry of "Caution" signs addressing speed limits, dedicated lanes, safe clearance spaces, and more.
The interplay between these distinct entities has engendered a dynamic where one mode displaces or yields to another, resulting in an intricate hierarchy. Train tracks have supplanted car roads, car roads have encroached upon bike lanes, and bike lanes have adapted to accommodate pedestrians.
The proposed intervention for Arden transcends mere transport considerations; it contemplates access and connectivity on a suburban scale while exploring the architectural possibilities that arise from a fixed, elevated infrastructure composed of pathways, parks, and buildings. This interconnected network not only fosters bicycle and pedestrian transport but also redefines the urban landscape, signaling a bold departure from the traditional car-centric paradigm.
