Urban Design PortfolioCarl Mogensen

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Addressing the Needs of Teenagers in the Design of Publicly Accessible Urban Spaces- MSc Urban Design Thesis

The Shape and Structure of Bray, Co. Wicklow- MSc Urban Design Studio Work

Temporary Design for Clark Place, Ballymun, Co. Dublin- MSc Urban Design Studio Work

Rathdown Heritage Park Design Strategy, Greystones, Co. Wicklow- Pro Bono for Greystones Tidy Towns

The Bouldering Cave, Dundrum, Dublin 14- Personal Project

Carl Mogensen

BSc Spatial PlanningMSc Urban Design

carl_mogensen@yahoo.com0868402651

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Wolfe Tone Memorial Park

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Addressing the Needs of Teenagersin the Design of Publicly Accessible Urban Spaces

This MSc Urban Design thesis asserts that the needs of teenagers should be considered, and can be provided for, in the design of publicly accessible urban spaces. The investigation combines established theories and concepts of social geography with a study of urban design that focuses on spaces in urban centres that are frequented by teenagers.

Publicly accessible space plays an important role in the psychological development of teenagers and their transition from childhood to adulthood. Various types of spaces are used to meet the needs of this age group. The thesis suggests that the physical characteristics of plazas, squares, street corners, laneways and other publicly accessible urban spaces influence whether or not these needs are met.

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Carl Mogensen

BSc Spatial PlanningMSc Urban Design

carl_mogensen@yahoo.com0868402651

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Following a review of previous studies and existing literature, fieldwork is carried out to examine the relationship between teenagers and urban space. Within two urban centres, four spaces are chosen for a detailed investigation and the findings from the fieldwork are analysed with reference to established theories and concepts. Conclusions are then made as to the potential design interventions that could be implemented in urban centres to better provide for the needs of the thirteen to nineteen year old age group.

Little BrayArchitectural Style: Georgian and VictorianBuilding Height: 1-2 storey houses Land Uses: Residential and Commercial

North Bank ResidentialArchitectural Style: Post 1960s with some Art DecoBuilding Height: 1-2 storeysLand Uses: Primarily residential - some light industrial

Natural / RiverArchitectural Style: N/ABuilding Height: N/ALand Uses: Amenity

Corn Mill and BreweryArchitectural Style: ModernistBuilding Height: 1-3 storeysLand Uses: Industrial and commercial

Estate / InstitutionalArchitectural Style: Mix of modernist buildings and converted 18 century buildingsBuilding Height: 1-3 storeysLand Uses: Institutional and educational

Harbour Area Architectural Style: MixedBuilding Height: 1-2 storeysLand Uses: Harbour related industry

Coastal Victorian AreaArchitectural Style: Primarily VictorianBuilding Height: 1-5 storeysLand Uses: Residential and amenity

Inner Victorian AreaArchitectural Style: Primarily VictorianBuilding Height: 1-5 storeysLand Uses: Primarily residential

Town CentreArchitectural Style: Primarily Georgian and VictorianBuilding Height: 1-6 storeysLand Uses: Mixed town centre uses

Natural Areas / BoundariesArchitectural Style: N/ABuilding Height: N/ALand Uses: Amenity

Countryside ResidentialArchitectural Style: Post 1870 mixedBuilding Height: 1-3 storeysLand Uses: Residential

Character Areas

Development on north sideof river (main entrance) from

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‘Little Bray’ is formed.

(population: approx. 6,650)

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Corn Milland Brewery

Bray in 1870

Road network set outfor future development

Railway extended toBray in 1854 and Tramfrom Harcourt in 1859(via Shankill)

Bray develops as aseaside resort duringVictorian Era

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Major developmentbetween Main Streetand seafront.

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New roads set outfor future development

Development of a ring road(Boghall Road)

New areas zoned forresidential development

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(population: 11,680)

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Bray in 1969

The Structure and Shape of Bray, Co. WicklowAs part of MSc Urban Design studio work, one week was given to study the urban morphology of Bray, Co. Wicklow and to make a presentation on two A1 boards.

While the studio project sought to explore the subject of urban morphology, it’s final presentation was the real challenge: presenting a number of detailed, original maps, to scale, and within a very short period of time.

Mixed Residential (post 1960)Architectural Style: Post 1960 detached and semidetached houses and apartments in Modernist / Post Modernist and Contemporary stlyes.Building Height: 1-2 storey houses and 2-5 storey apartments Land Uses: Primarily residential

Derelict / Unkept LandArchitectural Style: Mixed (mostly vacant brown�eld sites)Building Height: 1-2 storeysLand Uses: No current use

Transitional / Mixed Character AreaArchitectural Style: Post 1930s, low densityBuilding Height: 1-3 storeysLand Uses: Primarily residential and commercial

Retail / Neighbourhood CentreArchitectural Style: ModernistBuilding Height: 1-2 storeysLand Uses: Retail and commercial

1960s North Bank ResidentialArchitectural Style: Post 1960s with some Art DecoBuilding Height: 1-2 storeysLand Uses: Primarily residential - some light industrial

Country Road CharacterArchitectural Style: Post 1960s detached housingBuilding Height: 1-2 storeysLand Uses: Primarily residential

Natural / RiverArchitectural Style: N/ABuilding Height: N/ALand Uses: Amenity

Industrial / Warehousing / O�ceArchitectural Style: ModernistBuilding Height: 1-3 storeysLand Uses: Industrial and commercial

Institutional / EducationalArchitectural Style: Mix of modernist buildings and converted 18 century buildingsBuilding Height: 1-3 storeysLand Uses: Institutional and educational

Harbour Area Architectural Style: MixedBuilding Height: 1-2 storeysLand Uses: Harbour related industry

Coastal Victorian AreaArchitectural Style: Primarily Victorian with some post-1960s buildings Building Height: 1-5 storeysLand Uses: Residential and amenity

Inner Victorian AreaArchitectural Style: Primarily VictorianBuilding Height: 1-5 storeysLand Uses: Primarily residential

Town CentreArchitectural Style: Primarily Georgian and VictorianBuilding Height: 1-6 storeysLand Uses: Mixed town centre uses

Natural Areas / BoundariesArchitectural Style: N/ABuilding Height: N/ALand Uses: Amenity

400m zone around Train Station

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Potential Luas Extentionand 400m walking zones

Potential Train Stationand 400m walking zone

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For this project, historical OS maps and development plans were scanned, and relevent spatial elements of the town were traced in Adobe Illustrator to determine how Bray had changed over the years.

A series of maps were also drawn to highlight the expansion of the town, and key character areas were defined. Further concept drawings were created to present notable trends and possibilities for the future expansion of the town.

As part of MSc Urban Design studio work, two weeks were given to develop a temporary design for the 2ha site in Ballymun, Co. Dublin, known as Clark Place.

The site originally contained two eight storey spine block buildings and a fifteen storey tower block. These buildings were demolished by Ballymun Regeneration Limited and the site is now vacant.

Due to the current economic climate, it is possible that the planned mixed-use development for this site may not take place for a number of years and as such, a temporary design solution is proposed.

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Temporary Design for Clark Place, Ballymun, Co. Dublin Layout Plan 1:500

Tall trees (up to 20m) to define southern edge while allowing for access

Existing Horizons Building(Ballymun Youth Action Project)

1300sqm playground with 1.3m high fence to allow for passive surveillance while providing for child safety

Main covered area:- 10m high structure to act as focal point for cross roads.- Open to all sides for safety and passive surveillaence- Can be used for a variety of events and activities- Simple, lightweight structure to allow for quick and easy removal if site is to be developed

10m high rectangular galvanised steel poles:- To provide height along the eastern edge of the subject site and thereby improve the height to width ratio of this section of Ballymun Road.- The poles will be spaced apart to allow for access whilst providing a continuous edge to the site.- Painted with oranges, reds and yellows, these poles will also add colour to the otherwise dull area.

Secondary covered area:- 5m high structure on eastern portion of subject site to reinforce edge of Ballymun Road.- Can be used for a variety of events and activities but primarily to be used by parents and guardians of children in playground opposite.

1.5m high performers’ backdrop and graffiti wall

870sqm surface car park with structural elements to break monotony of surfacing

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Weekend Market Street- 4m wide street with three partially covered areas (4m at highest point)- to be lined by market stalls on weekends.

Low planting (50 - 100cm)

Covered area:- 4m high structure on eastern portion of subject site to reinforce edge of Ballymun Road.- Primarily for the use of allotment owners (gardening workshops) but can also be used for other events and activities.

Community allotments- Low planting and fence to define overall site- Between 12 and 35sqm plots available for rent

Covered area:- 4m high structure on eastern portion of subject site to reinforce edge of Ballymun Road.- Can be used for a variety of events and activities.

2m wide footpath

Grass field for informal ball games and potential expansion site for community allotments.

Low planters (1.2m max)

Fixed seating and tables

Temporary Design for Clark Place, Ballymun, Co. Dublin

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It is proposed that the subject site will provide a base of operations for a variety of events and activities that will focus on community consultation in relation to the regeneration of the town. This two year project will seek to strengthen the community, promote public participation, discuss the successes and failures of Ballymun’s regeneration and develop ideas for the town’s future.

Clark Place will be developed as a linear park which will contain a series of covered structures that will host events such as workshops, public lectures, and displays. These areas will also provide a space for formal and informal entertainment as well as a weekend market and various other events that may arise during the project’s life time. In addition to these covered structures, Clark Place will contain community allotments, open spaces, a playground, surface car parking, planting, structural elements and street furniture.

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Covered structure along the proposedWeekend Market Street

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Design Objectives:- To create an active edge to better define Ballymun road- To provide a network of pedestrian paths to improve permeability and promote activity- To develop appropriate height to width ratios along ballymun road- To provide facilities to emphasise the importance of community involvement and social activity- To provide a focal point at the Ballymun Road / Balbutcher Lane Intersection

The subject site in North Greystones, Co. Wicklow gained local attention through the clean up efforts of the Redford Park Residents Association and Wicklow County Council in March 2010. Local residents were later invited to submit their ideas and opinions on the future use of the site.

Having lived in Redford Park for ten years, and with my background in Urban Design and Spatial Planning, I prepared a document to express my views and opinions and to provide a basis upon which a final design strategy could evolve. The document has since been adopted by the Greystones Tidy Towns Committee and construction of phase one is underway.

Rathdown Heritage Park, Greystones, Co. Wicklow

The design strategy suggests a ‘bottom-up’, phased approach that can be carried out as funding becomes available and as the site matures. It is considered that this approach is more flexible and more realistic than a masterplan and can allow for continued community involvement - essential for developing a sense of pride and ownership for the neglected site.

The Bouldering Cave, Dundrum, Dublin 14When it rains, rock climbers hone their skills by climbing indoors. Some fanatics even go as far as designing and building their own training facilities. The Bouldering Cave in Dundrum is a personal project that combines my passion for rock climbing with my passion for design and construction.

Space was limited to an unusual disused basement with no natural light and very little access to allow large sheets of plywood to be brought in. In addition, the owners of the space would not allow the structure to be bolted into the walls and as such it had to be entirely self-supported.

The Bouldering Cave has since been modified to allow children (my nieces, nephew and their friends) to learn basic rock climbing skills and techniques. Padded flooring and larger climbing holds, spaced closer together, allow children to practice movement in a safe environment. It has been a major attraction at birthday parties and is a fun and lively space for all age groups.

The design strategy suggests a ‘bottom-up’, phased approach that can be carried out as funding becomes available and as the site matures. It is considered that this approach is more flexible and more realistic than a masterplan and can allow for continued community involvement - essential for developing a sense of pride and ownership for the neglected site.