Creating a Connected Urban Core
The overall goals of the High St. corridor in Maidstone, Kent
originate from an assessment of the features that exist within and
around the site.
Goals
- Connections will be made that help create a successful system as a whole
- Creating distinct urban plazas that will suit the needs of the users as well as unite the existing fragmented streetscape
- Transforming High St. into a major artery within Maidstone
Concept
The Pulse of Maidstone is a two part systematic concept comprised
of a strong formal axis and a corridor broken up by angled elements to
help mimic the form of the historic River Medway which serves as a
destination to the confluent systems. A sequence of experiences is
created throughout both elements that help guide the user throughout
High St. while also leading one to the embraced River Medway. The use of
native river grasses, water, form, and lighting help reinforce the
importance of the local river while also incorporating the vibrance
necessary to form a lively urban streetscape. Urban art, paving
patterns, seating nodes, and innovative stormwater management techniques
also serve as guides that demonstrate the progression of High St. from
its original state to a connected urban core flourishing with growth and
success.
Concept & Analysis
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