FORMA URBIS:
a forma urbis is the outline of the general shape of the city.
Above is a forma urbis of Toowoomba. The main elements that inform current design and also future design are illustrated within the Toowoomba area. By highlighting the current densley populated areas and disregarding the less dense parts we are able to establish a clear image of the central area of the coty and how it may be expanding. The water ways, railways and highways are some key factors that influence the growth of the city.
CONCEPTUAL REPRESENTATION:
outline patterns and relationships between different elements in the urban environment.
A conceptual representation is a method of illustrating the structure and street network of the city. In this representation of the Brisbane area, a dominate feature is the Brisbane River and the network of streets and lane ways that all connect in a central position in line with the Storey Bridge. Highlighted on the map are some key public buildings and areas that characterize the structure of the area.
CITY PATTERN:
shows how streets, squares and other public spaces are interconnected.
This city pattern illustrates highlights the roads and alleyways which seem to all radiate from the Storey Bridge.
FIGUREGROUND MAP:
a figureground map details all buildings and clearly identifies all open spaces.
NOLLI MAP:
the nolli map shows not only the building layout and vegetation but also the internal layout.
URBAN SECTION:
the urban section shows the relationship between the Storey Bridge, cliff face and the Brisbane river.
STREET SECTION:
A street section of Martin street shows the contrast between the two different building types. The building on the right is an old factory which has been converted into a home or shop whilst the building on the right is more modern and is commercial.
