24.6 Master Planned Beach Resort Destination Checklist – Part 6 – Destination Management

This subject check list covers the fifth of the 5 main subjects from the Master Check List - Components of the Ideal Master Planned Beach Resort Destination.  These subject check lists are by no means comprehensive, but more like a shopping list with brief explanations as reminders.  This check list series actually goes hand in hand with an earlier series I posted on Integrated Master Planning for Destination Development.  This check list would actually be similar to some of the outlines for the phase of Operations Management as well as the overall Integrated Master Planning methodology (see diagram below).    

Physical planning making highest and best use and synergy among the parts.

The Destination Management Team is in fact the body or team that has to Orchestrate the Integrated Master Planning of the Destination.  Of course it has a key role in the concept and vision of the destination, but equally important it has a long term role in the day to day operations of the destination.  Much of this day to day operations will be behind the scenes and out of sight of the general public, but having everything run smoothly without notice will mean the Destination Management team is on top of things doing their job. 

24.5 Master Planned Beach Resort Destination Checklist – Part 5 – Supporting Infrastructure and Services

This subject check list covers the fourth of the 5 main subjects from the Master Check List - Components of the Ideal Master Planned Beach Resort Destination.  These subject check lists are by no means comprehensive, but more like a shopping list with brief explanations as reminders.  This check list series actually goes hand in hand with an earlier series I posted on Integrated Master Planning for Destination Development.  This check list would actually be similar to some of the outlines for the phase of Product Development in the Integrated Master Planning methodology.    

Resort infrastructure both functional and aesthetically planned.

24.4 Master Planned Beach Resort Destination Checklist – Part 4 – Development Products

This subject check list covers the third of the 5 main subjects from the Master Check List - Components of the Ideal Master Planned Beach Resort Destination.  These subject check lists are by no means comprehensive, but more like a shopping list with brief explanations as reminders.  This check list series actually goes hand in hand with an earlier series I posted on Integrated Master Planning for Destination Development.  This check list would actually be similar to some of the outlines for the phase of Product Development in the Integrated Master Planning methodology.    

International brand luxury hotels.

Local cottage hotels.

24.3 Master Planned Beach Resort Destination Checklist – Part 3 – Access / Proximity

This subject check list covers the second of the 5 main subjects from the Master Check List - Components of the Ideal Master Planned Beach Resort Destination.   These subject check lists are by no means comprehensive, but more like a shopping list with brief explanations as reminders.  This check list series actually goes hand in hand with an earlier series I posted on Integrated Master Planning for Destination Development.  This check list would actually be similar to some of the outlines for the phases of Environmental / Site Analysis  and Market Analysis   in the Integrated Master Planning methodology.    

Koh Samui Airport

24.2 Master Planned Beach Resort Destination Checklist – Part 2 – Natural Environment

This subject check list covers the first of the 5 main subjects from the Master Check List - Components of the Ideal Master Planned Beach Resort Destination.  These subject check lists are by no means comprehensive, but more like a shopping list with brief explanations as reminders.  This check list series actually goes hand in hand with an earlier series I posted on Integrated Master Planning for Destination Development.   This check list would actually be similar to some of the outlines for the phase of Environmental / Site Analysis in the Integrated Master Planning methodology.    

Clear waters and white sandy beaches the basic ingredients.

24.1 Master Planned Beach Resort Destination Checklist – Part 1 – Overview

I have spent much of my life enjoying some of the most beautiful and popular Beach Resort Destinations around the world, in Southern California, Hawaii, Bali, Phuket, Koh Samui, Lombok, Nice, Greece, Bintan, Hainan, etc.  In addition for the last almost 30 years I have been working on the design and master planning of individual buildings and large land areas associated with Beach Resort Destinations.  Having looked at it from the perspective of a designer, a consultant and an investor, I decided it was time to compile my shopping list of the components to make the Ideal Master Planned Beach Resort Destination.

Hawaii Ala Moana beach to Waikiki and Diamond Head

This list started off as a master list then became more detailed in the 5 main subjects, Natural Environment, Access/Proximity, Development Products, Supporting Infrastructure and Services and Destination Management as shown in the table below.  This master list and subsequent subject lists are by no means detailed, but more like a shopping list with brief explanations as reminders.  I am sure somewhere on the net there is probably a similar exercise done by someone else but perhaps done in a different order? 

23.0 An Architect’s Pilgrimage to Ronchamp

Almost 30 years ago now as a young graduate Architect I discovered the glorious architecture of Rome during my grand tour.  My Lessons of Rome are summarized in an earlier article.

The following year “bitten by the bug of travel”, I had to go once again to discover the many wonders of architecture in Europe. 

During these travels in the summer of 1983, I covered many of the historic buildings and cities of Europe but only one destination was a real Architectural Pilgrimage!  It was a true pilgrimage for a number of reasons, first the locations was one not easily accessible and after taking a train to a small town I believe is called Belfort which had one stop in the morning going to the town and one stop in the evening leaving the town.  If I can remember correctly, it is about 20km from the station to the Chapel of Notre Dame Du Haute and I got there walking! 

Being on a student budget and having more time than money walking in the beautiful summer weather through the French country side seemed like the logical choice.  With a combination of hitch hiking and walking, the journey ended taking about 3 hours and the excitement slowly built up as we got nearer and could see the chapel on a hill in the distant landscape.   

Being an admirer of the Architect Le Corbusier throughout my years as a student (and still remain one today) this seemed like the ultimate sacrifice to study this master piece and I can clearly remember I was not let down upon arrival. 

Ronchamp - Sketch Book - Europe Travels 1983 - Bertram Wong (copyright)

So what is it about this building that makes it so inspiring?

22.0 Jakarta Kota a historic center awaiting renewal.

On a recent trip to Jakarta I invited a Jakarta Architect friend who has never tried the Busway to venture out on a Sunday morning to experience the Busway on a trip to Kota, the old Dutch built center of Jakarta. 

Historic Dutch Architecture along Kali Besar

The trip was pleasant and it reminded me of the richness and potential the old parts of Jakarta possesses and left me wondering when the “potential” will finally be realized?

21.8 Lessons of Rome - Part 8 - Conclusions

Conclusions

In Rome with its countless monuments, the most appealing buildings where those stripped of the embellishments. The scale of St. Peters is enough to leave anyone in awe, but the abundance and variety of decoration allows very little to be comprehendible. The simplicity of Roman masonry construction with its clear structural logic is something both aesthetically pleasing and easily comprehendible.

Santa Costanza, Rome

The most memorable building for this viewer is the church of Santa Costanza (see photos). The building is a circular plan with and outer layer composed of thick wall of niches and an inner layer a screen of paired columns. The zone between the columns and the thick wall is a continuous barrel vault and the center space is a domed ceiling. The applied decoration is minimal consisting of mosaics on the barrel vault. 

21.7 Lessons of Rome - Part 7 - Porticos

Introduction

The study of Rome through architectural themes was an excellent methodology to look at the richness and diversity of the city. It also served as an opportunity to re-examine and further clarify the basic concepts that make architecture. The themes of windows, walls, rooms, courtyards, piazzas and porticos served as the stimulators for investigation and inquiry.

The Tempieto

Porticos

In a dense urban environment, the portico plays an important role as the mediator between public and private. This threshold between inside and outside can be conceived in 4 basic forms. First as a void carved into a continuous façade. Second as a piece added to the façade. Third as the whole façade itself and last as a continuous façade that wraps around the building. It may also be composed of any number of the 4 types combined.

21.6 Lessons of Rome - Part 6 - Piazzas

Introduction

The study of Rome through architectural themes was an excellent methodology to look at the richness and diversity of the city. It also served as an opportunity to re-examine and further clarify the basic concepts that make architecture. The themes of windows, walls, rooms, courtyards, piazzas and porticos served as the stimulators for investigation and inquiry.

Piazza San Ignazio

Piazzas

The pizzas seem to be the most successful in establishing a sense of enclosure when they are the Baroque molded spaces that are dynamic and seem to be constantly changing and when the space is clearly symmetrical.

21.5 Lessons of Rome - Part 5 - Courtyards

Introduction

The study of Rome through architectural themes was an excellent methodology to look at the richness and diversity of the city. It also served as an opportunity to re-examine and further clarify the basic concepts that make architecture. The themes of windows, walls, rooms, courtyards, piazzas and porticos served as the stimulators for investigation and inquiry.

Courtyards

The courtyard as an outdoor room utilizes much of the same design principles as an interior room. The qualities of a court are determined by its configuration, enclosing edges (spatial container) and its system of proportion.

Santa Maria della Pace – a square plan courtyard.

21.4 Lessons of Rome - Part 4 - Rooms

Introduction

The study of Rome through architectural themes was an excellent methodology to look at the richness and diversity of the city. It also served as an opportunity to re-examine and further clarify the basic concepts that make architecture. The themes of windows, walls, rooms, courtyards, piazzas and porticos served as the stimulators for investigation and inquiry.

Sunlight from the occulus of the Pantheon

Rooms

The room (a contained space) is given its individual qualities through its configuration, enclosing edges, scale, proportion and the way light is admitted into the space.

21.3 Lessons of Rome - Part 3 - Construction of Walls and Openings

Introduction

 

The study of Rome through architectural themes was an excellent methodology to look at the richness and diversity of the city. It also served as an opportunity to re-examine and further clarify the basic concepts that make architecture. The themes of windows, walls, rooms, courtyards, piazzas and porticos served as the stimulators for investigation and inquiry.

Construction of Walls and Openings

The ruins of Ostia, Pompeii, Hadrians Villa, the Palatine, the Forum and Trajan’s Market served as the classroom for the studying of construction techniques. The beauty of the ruins is in the expression of their construction.

Left to Right 1-4.  1. Opening using a stone sill and lintel.  2. Flat arch over a door opening.  3. Relieving arch with opening, flat arch and door opening. 4. Masonry lintel.

21.2 Lessons of Rome - Part 2 - Windows

Introduction

The study of Rome through architectural themes was an excellent methodology to look at the richness and diversity of the city. It also served as an opportunity to re-examine and further clarify the basic concepts that make architecture. The themes of windows, walls, rooms, courtyards, piazzas and porticos served as the stimulators for investigation and inquiry.

 

Windows

Openings in walls serve two fundamental purposes. They allow light into and order the interior space. Also they give organization to the wall belonging to the street or piazza. The conception of these openings belong to the basic categories with countless variations and combinations.

1. Blank windows give scale to the wall of a piazza or street.

21.1 Lessons of Rome - Part 1 - Experiencing the City

Experiencing the City

Rome City Plan Diagram



The city of Rome owes much of the Baroque planning ideas of monuments set along lines of vistas. In this city witn no regular planning grid, its monuments, meeting places, major streets and river serve as the elements that allow people to locate themselves in the city. These elements Kevin Lynch calls paths, edges, nodes and landmarks.

20.0 Iskander Malaysia development approach, will it work?

Johor Bahru is a compact border city across the causeway from Singapore.  When I first went there 20 years ago, I walked across the causeway and once passing immigration on the other side, you were right there in the city.  This reminded me of walking across the border from San Diego into Tiajuana and for me it possessed a certain border town charm. 

A number of years ago, Johore State along with the Federal Government launched the Iskander Malaysia development which would transform this border city of Singapore into a major city on its own.  It promised to have the perfect environment to live, work and play. 

Iskandar Malaysia Development Plan (source: Iskandar Malaysia Web Site)

19.0 Tebet Jakarta a Planned Community Organically Transformed by Residents!

Some 30 years on after its conception and execution, the Tebet district of South Jakarta should be evaluated to review how it was planned and how it ended up.  What are the lessons that can be learned. 

The district of Tebet in South Jakarta covers an area of approximately 280ha and is located a short 1.6km to the Kuningan business district and 3.8km to the Sudirman business district. It was originally master planned and developed in the mid 1960’s as a relocation area for the residents of Senayan who needed to be relocated in order to build the Senayan Sports complex where the national stadium is presently located.  One long time Tebet residents tells me when they were first moved in, roads were all unpaved and the location seemed to be far outside of Jakarta while today it sits virtually at the heart of the business district.

Tebet District stretching left to right the width of the yellow line approximately 1.5km and between the top and bottom main roads approximately 1.8km.

The original master plan as designed and executed has evolved and grown organically over the years and for a mix of good and bad, but essentially a result of short falls of the original master plan for today's needs.  (It may have been well suitable for the time it was built.)

18.0 Kalibata City a New Model for Jakarta?

Kalibata City is a joint venture between the government and a private developer.  Originally set up as a joint project so the government can draw on the expertise of the private developers to develop and build low cost housing.  Approximately 13,000 units will ultimately sit on the approximately 13 ha site spread over 3 classes of development in a total of 18 blocks, all sitting on a basement of retail and parking.

Kalibata City ground level a "sea of parking"

 

What is good about Kalibata City, What is the attraction?