Assumptions and guidelines / New Market:
The starting point for the public space of Nowy Rynek designed by us, including the first stage A and B, was the Master Plan for the entire premise created by the Jems studio, which was selected in a competition. The architects based the urban planning of the quarter on the markets and squares characteristic of the city of Poznań. The designed buildings have an office function with services on the first floors.
Analysis:
When proceeding with the design, we again analyzed, not only markets and squares, but also other public spaces in Poznan. The analysis ended with the conclusion that most spaces are lifeless after 5pm, except for those that are filled with greenery! Just look at the parks next to the Old Brewery, in front of the Opera House, or at the Citadel.
Green Market Idea:
Hence, our proposal for developing the public spaces of New Market involves "transplanting" greenery to the interior of the quarter. The new quality is intended to enliven the usually drab office space and attract, not only office workers after work, but also residents and neighbors from the Wilda district, as well as Poznanians in general.
In addition, the greenery introduced in the main square and between the buildings is expected to raise the profile of the eateries located on the first floors of the frontage. This way you can buy something "to go" and after a few steps sit in the greenery, enjoying the sunshine in the fresh air.
In addition to this, the greenery also has a calming function from the noise of the city center and surrounding busy streets, and to dampen wind gusts caused by the wide openings of the quarter.
Green form:
The form of greenery we proposed in the form of rounded islands contrasts with the sharp shapes of the quarters of the Jems Architekci studio. On the other hand, soft shapes can be easily modified, and while working on the concept we did not know what the next stages of inertization would look like. Green islands have the form of "hills" overgrown with low greenery (shrubs, perennials and bulbous plants) and trees.
