public and semi public spaces for desiging

1. SUBMITTED BY
NAME- NEERU
B.ARCH- 5TH SEM, 3RD YEAR
FROM- R.T.I.A AND D

2. Public: Accessible to all who want to use it, either owned by the community or managed
with free access.
Space: Implies an undeveloped setting between containing buildings.
A public space is a social space that is generally open and accessible to people.

3.  Public space or a public place where any one has a right to come without being excluded because
economic or social conditions.
 Public spaces are like the living room of the city, the place where people come together to enjoy
the city.
 Public spaces range from grand central plazas and squares to small local neighborhood parks.
 The term 'public space' is also to mean such as 'gathering place', which is an element of the
larger concept of social space.
 One of the earliest examples of public spaces are commons.
for example, no fees or paid tickets are required for entry.
The halls and streets (including skyways) in a shopping center may be declared a public place and
may be open when the shops are closed.

4. ABSTRACT
public spaces represent important attraction points of the city, interaction for the inhabitants,
cluster points that aim to gather people from different parts of the urban area through a large
variety of activities.
There are two main categories of public spaces within the city:
CENTRAL AND LOCAL PUBLIC SPACES.
central public spaces have a key role in defining the urban area, representing the heart of the
city and the most touristic place within it. same as the history of the city, the central public
space needs to contain valuable and representative, like monumental buildings
local public spaces represent attraction elements especially for the neighborhood that
accommodates them. Their main purpose is to create a friendly environment for the
community members, being slightly restrictive for the outsiders

6. TYPES OF PUBLIC SPACES
EXTERNAL PUBLIC SPACES INTERNAL PUBLIC SPACES
• libraries
• museums
• town hall
• railway station
• bus stations
• airport
• hotel
• school
• police station
• bank
• restaurant
• post office
• clothing store
• hospital etc .
• public square
• parks
• streets
• rivers
• roads (including the pavement)
• beaches
• play ground
• super markets etc.

7. Museum
Requirements or need as a use of museum
1.Gallery
2.Libraries
3.Cultural libraries
4.Cultural and community theater
5.Ambhitheater
6.Music room

8. general layout of Museum

9. Gallery

10. library

11. Cultural and community theater

13. Music
room

14. functions Space required
l . Curatorial Functions
a. Collection, preservation, identification,
documentation, study, restoration
b. Storage of collections.
a . Office-workroom, Workshop
b . Reserve Collection Room
2 . Display Function
Thematic and changing displays of selected objects
and documents he collections arranged to tell a story
Display Gallery
3 . Display Preparation Function
The preparation of exhibits.
Workshop,
Office-workroom
4 . Educational and Public Functions
This term has been expanded to include all public
functions .
a . Lectures, school tours, society meetings, films,
and social functions
b . Reception, information, sales, supervision of
display gallery
c . Public requirements
a . Lecture room
Chair storage closet
b. Lobby
Sales and Information Counter
c. Cloak room,
Washroom
5. Other Services
a . Mechanical
b . Janitorial
a . Heating-ventilation plant
b . Janitor's closet

15. GENERAL OBSERVATIONS
Whenever it is proposed to build a museum
whether large or small-there is usually one
preliminary matter to be settled : the choice
of a site . Where several possibilities are
available, The drawbacks and advantages of
each must be are fully weighed.
site should be central, or on the outskirts
of the town.
A museum should always be readily
accessible from all parts of the town by
public transport and, if possible, be within
walking distance as well, and must be within
easy reach of schools, colleges, university,
and libraries .

16. Moreover, space will always be available -at least in theory-for future
expansion, either by enlargement of the original building or by the
construction of connected annexes ;
The beauty of a museum is considerably enhanced if it is
surrounded by a garden which, if the local climate is propitious, can
be used to advantage for the display of certain types of exhibit, such
as ancient or modern sculpture, archaeological or architectural
fragments, etc.
Part of the surrounding grounds may also provide space for a car
park .

26. houses
Railway statio
parks
Play ground
school
hospital
Banks
market

28. 1. A street are the connections between spaces and places , as well as being spaces
themselves. They defined by their physical dimension and character as well as the
size, scale and character of the buildings that line them.

29. Transport system connect the parts of cities and help shape them, and enable movement
throughout the cities.
They included road, rail, bicycle and pedestrian networks and together from the total movement
system of a city. The balance of these various transport system is what helps to define the quality and
character of cities and makes them either friendly to pedestrian.

30. The landscape is the green part throughout the city – in the form of urban parks, street
trees, plants, flowers and water in many forms.
The landscape helps define the character and beauty of a city and creates soft,
contrasting spaces and elements.

31. Semi-public spaces
A broader meaning of public space or place includes also that places where
everybody can come if they pay, like a café, in train and movie theater etc.
Government buildings which are open to the public, such as public libraries are
public spaces, although they tend to have restricted areas and greater limits
upon use.
A shop is an example of what is intermediate between the two
meanings: everybody can enter and look around without obligation to
buy, but activities unrelated to the purpose of the shop are not
unlimitedly permitted.

33. The semi-public zone includes all the -civic spaces’ surrounding a public building, as well as
the building facade, entrance, and ground floors, and is managed by the building manager
or their service provider.
To create a good transition to the building property, the outer edge of semi-public zones are
often bordered by attractive fences, bollards, or planting beds, and programmed with a
range of amenities and activities for public use.
Gardens, fountains, seating areas, and kiosks with small outdoor dining areas are all
possible amenities to consider for this zone.
Through careful planning and management, many of these institutions have
succeeded in creating lively civic spaces – without sacrificing standards for security
and cleanliness – for which the public itself assumes a sense of ownership and
responsibility.

34. Principles:
1. Connecting the Sidewalk to the Building
Exterior spaces bridge the gap between the building and the surrounding sidewalks.
Depending on how this critical transition is treated, the flow from public zone to semi-
public zone may seem smooth and seamless.
2. Providing Focal Points
One way of welcoming the public into a building’s exterior spaces is to provide functional
focal points such as kiosks, sculpture, or benches, where people can meet before entering
or after leaving the building.
3. Image and Identity
Exterior public spaces offer a prime opportunity to put a strong image and identity
for a public building. Through the use of elements such as fountains, gardens, and
public art, these spaces can become recognizable destinations and seasonal draws
and attractions.

35. 4. Programming and Management
A building’s semi-public spaces require more management than other areas. Because
exterior spaces are ideally suited for public events such as live performances and festivals.
5. Building Base
It’s essential for property managers who want their buildings to strengthen the fabric of the
neighborhood. the base of the building should include elements of visual interest that
attract pedestrians and gives them a positive impression of the building as they walk.
6. Human Scale
Elements located at the base of the builidings should be of a scale that is accessible
for viewing by pedestrians

36. Benefits of Creating
Public Spaces
1. Support local economies
2. Attract business investments
3. Attract tourism
4. Improve public health
5.Improve the environment
6. Provide cultural opportunities
7. Encourage volunteerism