Topography

Aim: to resolve site topography.

Edge lane properties - the targeted site for development - sit on a shallow slope.

Below: section from A to A illustrating site gradient with highest and lowest points indicated. Edge lane properties are offset against the original ground line.

Highest point - 2.8m

Lowest point - 1.32m

In order to build between Edge Lane and the Essoldo - so as to allow circulation to the canal side - stepped raft foundations can be used to reduce the overall gradient of descent: this creates opportunities to design accessible circulation spaces due to gradual changes in height.

Left; a diagram illustrating how demolishing the properties on Edge lane for redevelopment as well as applying a series of stepped raft foundations to the rear of the site creates two opposing gradients within the site; an ascending gradient at street level and a descending gradient to the canal.

Above - stepped wide toe reinforced concrete raft set against original ground line and drainage.

Advantages: due to difficulties in site accessibility, the use of raft foundations would be appropriate as they require little excavation.

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TOPOGRAPHY