PLACE // A RECOUNT OF HISTORY
It was not so much in the amalgamation of culture and variegated activities that marked the streets and back lanes - nor was it the long - preserved ornamental facades of the iconic shophouse, that emerged the significance of the place of Chinatown.
When historicity transcended the divide between the past and present, manifesting itself no less tangible than physical phenomena, then did the atmosphere of the familiar Chinatown see its establishment. It was indeed the narrative of the place deeply rooted in history that ensured its sustenance. Only through this could the conflux of people culminate in place - making - a modus vivendi that lent Chinatown its distinctive character that has persevered till this day.
But even this has been threatened with the rise of modernity, their boundaries pushed to their narrowest limits. A new facet to the historical atmosphere has been presented through the dialogue between the old and the new, which would only mutate with time.
Fused ‘places’ in work design shows greater emphasis on flexibility in workplace that allows employees can work from anywhere in the office. Although millennials are expected to work hard, but they do not want to be confined to office cubicles all day. Therefore, a new working environment should be one that encourages interaction amongst employees and exchange of ideas.
In community building, third place (or third space) is a distinctive concept that differs from and yet represents an amalgamation of the two usual social environments of home ("first place") and workplace ("second place"). The intention of introducing this “third space” (the green ribbon that runs through the entire building) is to allow meetings to happen in a friendly and accessible environment, and to create common space for interaction. As such, third place fulfils both individuals’ need to socialize as well as work-related needs.
By moving from place to place along this “third space,” users can view a series of carefully composed scenes unrolling like a scroll of landscape paintings while they use different facilities. In this office building, every inch of space has its reason for existence; there are many unexpected “hidden spots” that can be used as new locations to do work. Every corner offers its own unique view, and this view is not limited to indoor; it allows users to have an unique experience in Chinatown.
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