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MUSIC IN THE STREETS

spatial design & experience design

Client City of Surrey, Parkit Design Challenge

Result 2nd Runner Up in 2015 competition

Team Jay Tseng, Joanna Long

Role Principal Designer & Digital Modelling

Tools Adobe Illustrator, Sketchup + Vray

Timeframe 4 weeks

designed in June 2015 for City of Surrey

View of the Skytrain lobby, looking south.

concept

Music in the Streets is a multi-program urban square underneath the Expo Line guide-rail at Surrey Central Station. The design, inspired by the urge of professionals and pedestrians to perform, consists of two sections - the stage and the stands. The design is styled to fit into the new infrastructure around Surrey Central, thus the project materials are concrete, metal, and exposed wood. The space is for both casual lounging while passing by and cultural and artistic events. Designed for Surrey PARKit Design Challenge 2015.

Top View of Layout — Bird's Eye View of the Music in the Streets layout.

experience

The vision behind this space is not only for passers by to stop but also to provide a space where the community can come together on a regular basis to enjoy and experience the diverse cultural and artistic backgrounds of the residents. Such events would include musical concerts, cultural ar t exhibits, and family friendly performances. Bonds created in such events would add greatly to the value of the surrounding community. Lighting through the use of LED strips and bulbs ensures that the space can continue to be used well into the evening. This also provides a safer environment in the night.

execution

The shelter is an amalgamation of steel plates and acrylic. Designed to feel weightless two materials have been shortlisted for the roof of the shelter, steel and acrylic/Plexiglas. Further discussions with the contractors and engineers are required for decisions. The remaining structures are to be constructed from wood. Most surfaces will be particleboard or plywood treated with a waterproof coating before additional treatment is applied. Surfaces in white in the images can be coated with chalkboard paint to encourage interaction. The faux concrete surfaces are wood that is either vinyl wrapped or painted.