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The new town provides a way for miners to work full time while still having the essence of a normal lifestyle. Working and living in such close proximity encourages social interaction and strengthens the bonds within the community. In cooperation with Melody Ong.
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Site in Context at 1:50 000
Existing Town
Water Body
New Town
Existing Oil Sands Project
McClelland Lake
Athabasca River
Fort McMurray
Fort MacKay
BitumountAirport
New Dense Megastructure
Highway 63
1km maximum
untouched boreal forest
residential towers
commercial/civic/cultural program
feeder rail transport level
�ltration level processing gaseous by-products
industrial sector - mining viatoe-to-heel air injection method
ventilation air shafts
access to town from airport via rail
city/industry amenitiesto expand sideways as necessary vertical heat transfer
from industrial processes
CONCEPTUAL SECTION DIAGRAM OF TOWN DESIGN AND LAYOUT
access down to industrial levelfrom upper community level
residential to expand upwards when needed
vertical circulation element
ground level
EMERGENCYSERVICES
HEART
BRAIN
SUPPLY & IMPORTS
RECREATION (SPORT)RECREATION (ARTS)
WASTE TREATMENTMEDICAL SERVICES
FINANCE SECTOR
RESIDENTIAL
RESIDENTIALRESIDENTIAL
RESIDENTIAL
SHOPPING
SHOPPING
SHOPPING
PLACEMENT OF TOWN AMENITIES BASED ON HUMAN BODY
EDUCATIONPOLICESTATION
HOSPITAL
ACCESS DOWNTO OIL RIG
GROCERY
SHOPS/BOUTIQUES
CULTURALCENTRE
INDOOR COURTS
SUPPLIES
POOL
CAFE
STORAGE
CAFES/DINERS
PLAYGROUND
GYM
LOBBY/C'ROOMS
SPORTSGROUND
GROCERY STORAGERESTAURANTS
FIRESTATION
BANKS/OFFICES
PUBS/BARS
ACCESS FROM AIRPORT VIA RAIL
CAFES/DINERS
RESTAURANTSS
PUBUBS/BARS
RESIDENCES
1
2222
22
3
33
4
1
1
SSS
PUBUBS/BARS
11
222
22
33
4
1
11
11
3333
1
1
2
2
33 34 2
2
111
2
3
4
1
1
3
111
1111
2
333
22
333
111
4
childrentime stamp (min)destination point housewives miners shop owners office workers1
PLOTTING TIME PATHS ONTO THE TOWN PLAN
GROUPING OF PROGRAM BY ASSOCIATION OF FUNCTIONS
officesbanks
grocery
shopsboutiques
salonsmedicalservices pubs
barscafesrestaurants
sport centresplaygroundgymnasium schools
culturalcentres
accessto oil rig
suppliesstorage
wastetreatment
policefire
residences
accessto outer
MAPPING OF DAILY USER SCENARIOS
children
housewife
miner
shop owner
o�ce workers
home
home
school
school
school
school
home
home
home
home
home
home
home
home
home
home
school
home
pub/bar/cafe/restaurant
recreationalactivities
school
recreationalactivities home
home
shopping/groceries
shopping/groceries
home
home
recreationalactivities
shopping/groceries
home
recreationalactivitiespub/bar/cafe/restaurant
pub/bar/cafe/restaurant
home
home
home
home office
office
officecafe/restaurant
home
oil rig cafe/restaurant oil rig
oil rig
shop
300m
4min
300m
4min
300m
4min
300m
4min
300m
4min
300m
4min
300m
4min
300m
3.6min
300m
4min
300m
4min
80m
1min
80m
1min
80m
1min
100m
1.2min
100m
1.2min
400m
5min
400m
5min
250m
3min
400m
5min
400m
5min
400m
5min250m
3min 250m
3min
370m
4.5min
150m
2min
340m
4min
220m
2.6min
200m
2.4min
360m
4.3min
150m
1.8min
280m
3.3min
330m
4min
330m
4min
330m
4min
330m
4min
200m
2.4min
200m
2.4min
140m
1.7min
300m
3.6min
340m
4.1min 4.1min
280m
3.3min
340m
320m
3.9min
ASSOCIATION OF BODY PARTS WITH TOWN SECTORS
heart= central square, hub
arteries/veins/capillaries= public/private walkways
lungs= extensive filtration system
digestive process= mining and refining processes
1km maximum
untouched boreal forest
residential towers
commercial/civic/cultural program
feeder rail transport level
�ltration level processing gaseous by-products
industrial sector - mining viatoe-to-heel air injection method
ventilation air shafts
access to town from airport via rail
city/industry amenitiesto expand sideways as necessary vertical heat transfer
from industrial processes
CONCEPTUAL SECTION DIAGRAM OF TOWN DESIGN AND LAYOUT
access down to industrial levelfrom upper community level
residential to expand upwards when needed
vertical circulation element
ground level
24h0h
12h
MiningGroup 1
MiningGroup 2
24h0h
12h
MiningGroup 3
MiningGroup 4
TRADITIONAL OIL RIG WORKING SCHEDULE
WORKING SCHEDULE FOR NEW MINING TOWN
WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
WEEK 4
Miners work two weeks on the oil rig and have two weeks’ leave offshore.
Miners work a few days per week but have the same schedules every week.
MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN
Group 1 Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5
HOSPITAL
BANKS / OFFICES
CENTRALAIR VOID
COMMUNALLY SHARED PLOTS
AIR SHAFTS
CULTURAL CENTRE
RESTAURANTS
CAFES/DINERS
HEART
COMMUNAL PARKS
OIL STORAGE
WASTE TREATMENT& SEWAGE
TERMINALMINING STATIONS
REFINERY
GROUND ACCESS
LIGHT RAIL FEEDER TRANSPORT CIRCUIT
LIGHT RAIL STATIONS
CIRCULATION TO HEART OR GROUND ACCESS
PUBS/BARS
SHOPSBOUTIQUES
FIRE STATION
POLICE DEPARTMENT
SPORTS COMPLEX
COMMUNICATIONCENTRE
SCHOOL
STORAGE
STORAGE
SUPPLIES
GROCERIES
GROCERYSTORE
INDUSTRIAL SECTORB1 FLOOR to B9 FLOOR
1 : 2000Basement 1 Floor
CIVIC & CULTURAL SECTOR0 FLOOR to 6th FLOOR
1:2000Heart Level
RESIDENTIAL SECTOR3rd FLOOR to 26th FLOOR
1 : 2000STANDARD RESIDENTIAL LEVEL
Major issues faced by mining towns in Canada are an intense boom in population, causing an inevitable rise in crime levels, and a disconnected community which does not support itself. Running in the background of these social problems are heavy environmental impacts caused by the various industrial processes associated with tar sands mining.
We aim to address all of these issues simultaneously. The new town is one that is devoid of cars, with all amenities located within walkable proximity. The population of 15 000 is accommodated within one square kilometre. This high density allows for the sharing of heat and energy, creating a micro-climate to withstand the harsh conditions of Alberta weather. With such a large population within a small area, spontaneous passive surveillance is always available, acting as a deterrent towards crime. Miners work on site and are minutes, rather than hours, away from their families.
The new town provides a way for miners to work full time while still having the essence of a normal lifestyle. Working and living in such close proximity encourages social interaction and strengthens the bonds within the community.
Modules
For ease of construction and the ability to assemble and disassemble, the megastructure will be constructed of pre-fabricated modules that allow for the structure to be packed up and relocated elsewhere. The base of the module is a 7m x 7m concrete floor slab that can be slotted into a steel framework. Both communal and private spaces can be created by using the same base module, simply by slotting the slabs into the frame at differ-ent locations. Thus, wider spaces as well as double-height spaces can be created.
Communal Theatre SpaceAxonometric
Artery Sectional PerspectiveAccommodating heavy traffic
(between Capillaries for slower traffic)
Single Family Dwelling
Module Construction DetailScale 1 : 50
Showing structure, service pipes, module techtonics and waterborne energy pipes for heating.
Townhouse Dwelling
Communal Volleyball CourtAxonometric and Sectional Perspective (between dwellings)
John Low and Melody OngARC 4001
John Sadar “Oil”
Exploded Axonometric
Proposed town in potential siteScale 1 : 50 000
Heart Central Circulation HubPerspective, Plan and Section 1:500
The Central Heart is designed to accommodate the large pedestrian traffic in peak hours. The circular layout reaches the arterial paths, and directs the flow into two wide double spiral ramps that provide access to a multi-level light rail feeder transport system. Multiple elevators assist the circulation during heavy traffic. Secondary stairs provide alternatives for people who require to go against the normal traffic direction.
The school building is located adjacent to the access terminal and is one of the first buildings that is seen when entering the town. The visual aesthetic of the building captures attention and dem-onstrates how its modular structure creates flexibility and uniqueness in design. The new town provides education for all year levels, and there is a strong emphasis on providing education for the whole community. Miners or other workers can choose to enrol in tertiary courses to gain additional skills.
School
Floor Plans 1 : 500Section 1 : 200External Perspective View
DENSE SOCIAL MEGASTRUCTURE
mining population (on and off)
family members
imported workers for community services
POPULATION 15000
4000
8000
3000