Horizontal+Circulation

=Horizontal Circulation=

What is it that the design of horizontal circulation determines?
 * Horizontal circulation determines the basic shape and character of the entire structure

What are the four practical requirements of any horizontal circulation system mentioned in the lecture?
 * Adequate in size
 * Directness (should work well in either direction)
 * Points of converge traffic must be expressed
 * Changes in levels must be clearly expressed

What are the three examples (names of buildings) mentioned by Prof. Watanabe to illustrate different horizontal circulation patterns?
 * Pennsylvania Station in New York (spacious, broad, and direct circulation)


 * Centrosoyus Building in Moscow (circulation patterns are vague and directions marks would be necessary)


 * Palais de Justice (circulation gives pattern, unity and clarity to the building as a whole)



Why is the concept of Horizontal Circulation important in any urban plan or architectural design?
 * **Horizontal Circulation It is a necessary element in establishing the relationship between the parts and the whole. This type of circulation is necessary to create the order and the spatial organization of the structure, avoiding in this way the formation of chaos. The horizontal circulation concept is important because it presents necessary elements that establish the relationship between the parts and the whole. It is also needed for the Architect to give direction in his design.**