BDES1020 Continuous City Robert Martin

Abstract

Rem Koolhaas once described New York as a culture of congestion. The epitomy of the modern city, New York encapsulates the fundamental ideals of the 20th century. However, research has brought to light the fact that the current model of living is environmentally unsustainable. In a move towards a greener city, the New York City Council is investing heavily into the improvement of existing road infrastructure by building separate buffered cycle-lanes. Unfortunately, studies have shown that the primary reason commuters choose not to cycle to work is the lack of secure, off-street bike parking. I propose to build a dedicated bike parking tower, equipped with all the facilities a cycling commuter requires for safety, comfort and convenience. The tower, situated on the main highway running through the city, would act as a hub for commuters as they travel from surrounding localities into the metropolitan area.