Canal San Fernando Buenos Aires, Argentina

Canal San FernandoBuenos Aires, ArgentinaARCH 700 - Urban Design StudioMatthew Bell, FAIA -ProfessorPable Guiraldes, Visiting Kea ProfessorFall 2019Buenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal1

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Studio ParticipantsProf. Matthew Bell, FAIAProf. Pablo Giraldes - Key ProfessorFall 2019 - Principal Pablo Giraldes Arquitectura y UrbanismoBuenos Aires, ArgentinaProf. Christian Calleri, AIATable of ContentsIntroduction/ Site Photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Site Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Land Use. . . . . . . . . . 9Density . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Largo Team:Mansoor AhmedWilliam CombsDan LorenzaTochi OhakawaJared SchmitzAmanda SparksAndrew WalkerKelsey WintersStreet Types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11Argentina Team:Rachel CainHannah GradyCollin HassupAndrew MazerTaina PetersAmber RobbsGojin Paris SimDeane TownsendVictoria UrdanetaProblem Solution . . . . . . . . . . . 18Problem Definition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Water Pollution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Transit Issues. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Lack of Public Spaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Scheme A . . . . . . . . . . .19Scheme B . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Scheme C . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Buenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal3

IntroductionBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal4

The San Fernando CanalThe San Fernando Canal, is part of the Lijan Riverfront, situated in the northern region of greaterBuenos Aires, Argentina. Historically, the area included industrial uses, commercial shipyards, privatemarinas and yacht clubs and associated water- related uses. The area is served with two regionaltrain lines, the Tigre Station and the Delta stations.Buenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal5

Site ContextThe San Fernando waterfront today is dominated by waterfront industrial businesses, private marinas, boatyards and abandoned warehouse facilities . To the south of the site is a gridded neighborhood of mostlymixed use buildings, small retail and single family homes. To the west of the canal, is a squatter neighborhoodconsisting of small single family typically self built homes and a few fields used for communal activities. Also inthis area are some newly built apartments that offer affordable options to residents in the area. A new development of apartment complexes and condominiums is under development further beyond the canal promising new housing options and opportunities for development in the area. The area is well-served by transitwith two lines running to the center of Buenos Aires.Buenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal6

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Private ClubGasStationTourismAttractionOfficeFerry DockParkingBoatRampCanal PoliceShip YardShip YardParkingYachtClub &StorageHostelBoatSchool &Ship YardYacht Club& StorageShip YardPrivateClubShip YardBoat ClubPropelerstoreShipYardShip YardBuildingMaterialsStoreShipYardShip YardShip YardBoatDealerSandProductionShipYardBoat Mech.MotocrossstoreCoast GuardBoat Rental& Ship YardSlumShipYardMotocrossstoreMotocross storeand storageShip YardLow IncomeShipYardVacantstoresBoatDealerPrivate ClubMech.PoliceMarineAuthority oat Mech.ChurchShip YardUpper MiddleClassNeighborhoodVacantstoresStoreIndustrial MachinerySupplierEnd of Regional TrainShip ctionParks & AgriculturalPublicPlaygroundChild CareMix of LowIncome andlower middleclassStoresShedMiddle ClassShip YardMiddle ClassShip YardBoat RentalLow IncomeShipYardVacantshipstorageBoat Mech.Motor StoreCivicStore tionHealthCareCenterVacant storageAbandonedTourismShip YardShip YardResidentialIndustrialSoccerFieldStoresTrain StationShip YardShip YardBoat Mech.TrailerDealerAntiqueFurnitureStoreMiddle ClassMiddle tMiddle ClassStoreVacantstoresSuper MarketMiddle ClassMiddleClassStorageandStores automotiveJet RentalTrain StationExisting Land UseBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal9

Single Family20 m12 m30 m15 m60 mSite Density DiagramThe streets and blocks of the gridded part of the area exhibit fairly consistent density and neighborhoods ofabout two to three stories, with taller buildings on streets and the canal edges up to six stories in height witha variety of uses. The studio extended this pattern of design for the site, replicating and extending the existingpattern and continued the intensity of development upward towards the waterfront .Buenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal10

Street View Along the CanalView of a Typical Retail Mixed - Use StreetBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal11

View of a Typical Retail and Small Warehouse StreetBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando CanalView of a Typical Retail Street12

Problem DefinitionBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal13

The San Fernando Canal Major IssuesIndustrial maritime uses currently dominate the areawith little access for the residents to the river andthe canal for community benefit. In many areas,under-utilized industrial buildings block access and thiscontributes to issues such as : Disconnect Between People WaterEdge conditions- transition between water urbanWater Quality and AccessLack of Public Green SpacesPublic ParksGathering Places Along WaterLack of Urban identityLack of Diversity in ProgramSocial InfrastructureMany of these issues impact both the individual andhave a negative impact on the well being of those in theoverall community. For example, available water is notof thebest quality, and for poor communities that rely on thiswater, it is a major public health problem. Inadequate InfrastructurePoor Quality HousingLimited and inadequate UtilitiesLack of Public ServicesClimate Change SustainabilitySea Level Rise and Annual FloodingStorm-water runoffView of poor water conditionsCredit: Daniel Gutman/IPSBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal14

At the edge of the CanalEntry to light industrial sitesTypical[street scapeMap of Private Open Spaces on the WaterfrontBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal15

To Av. MaipuDelta StationTo Buenos AirasTigre StationTo Capillia del SenorBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando CanalRegional Train RoutesTren de La Costa Run’s every 30 minutes between 8am - 10 pm Does not connect directly to downtown BuenosAiresTrenes a Tigre Runs every 15 mins between 5 am - 10 pm Connects directly to downtown Buenos Aires16

Solutions for the San Fernando CanalMany of these issues impact both theindividual and have a negative impacton the well being of those in the overallcommunity. For example, available wateris not of the best quality, and for poorcommunities that rely on this water, it is amajor public health problem. Maximize potential of T.O.D.Regional TrainLocal and Regional BusFocus on PedestriansWater TransportationMaintain Maritime IndustryCreate DestinationPlace makingActivating the WaterfrontDiversifying Housing StockCreating View CorridorsEnvironmental RevitalizationSea Level RiseMitigate runoffs and floodingCultural IdentityNatural Environmental QualitiesBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal17

CANAL SAN FERNANDODesign Scheme AWeaving Urban FabricTeam MembersHannah GradyAndrew MazerTaina PetersBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal18

Place making DiagramNew Street SystemsStreet SystemsSite PlanBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal19

Connector Streets Across the CanalConnector Streets Across the Tracks to WaterfrontPublic Green SpacesBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal20

Site Plan of Mixed use BlockSite Plan of Mixed use on Water Living OptionBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal21

Site Plan of Mixed use BlockBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando CanalSite Plan of Mixed use Block22

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Design Scheme BActivate Existing AssetsTeam MembersRachel CainDeane TownsendVictoria UrdanetaBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal25

0’250’500’1000’Site PlanBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal26

Place making DiagramBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal27

Existing Warehouse Renovation TypologyThis space type can be used for new restaurants, art exhibits and more. The building can also serve 2 separateactivities simultaneously.Retail TypologyThis typology exists mainly on the canal, and holdsstrictly retail.Buenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando CanalResidential TypologyThe row home typology not only introduced a differenthousing option for the area, but also provides a greaterdensity.28

Section of Market on CanalSection of Market and Residential StreetBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal29

Section of Residential Mixed-use BlockBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando CanalSection of Typical Residential30

Phase 1 Build up the Canal Add retail along waterPhase 3 Renovate buildings on waterfront Activate water with amenitiesPhase 2 Introduce new HousingOptions Expand on existing Apt.OptionsPhase 4 Mimic vegetation type of Delta forsustainability Integrate with existing communityBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal31

CanalSAN FERNANDOARGENTINADesign Scheme CUniting and Connecting CommunitiesTeam MembersCollin HassupAmber RobbsGojin Paris SimBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal32

Site PlanBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal33

Place Making DiagramBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal34

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Design StrategiesBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal36

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Phasing StrategiesBuenos Aires, Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal38

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Tren de La Costa Run's every 30 minutes between 8am - 10 pm Does not connect directly to downtown Buenos Aires. . Taina Peters. CANAL SAN FERNANDO. Buenos Aires Argentina - Redevelopment of the San Fernando Canal 19. Site Plan . Place making Diagram. New Street Systems.