Goose Island
By PORT URBANISM
In Chicago, USA
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Author PORT URBANISM
City Chicago
Country USA
Year 2015
Program Business Park
Technical Info
Site area 1105864 sqm
Gfa 0 sqm
Density 0 far
Population density 0 inh/ha
Home Units: 0
Jobs 0
Streetsroad: 0 %
Buildup: 0 %
NonBuild-up: 0 %
Residential 0 %
Business 0 %
Commercial 0 %
Civic 0 %
Description

    -It is a planned manufacturing district that is being regenerated as a modern mixed-use business park. -The new programmes planned include a mix of manufacturing, offices and distribution centres. -An existing canal that separates the island from the city is heavily polluted. It is being proposed to rehabilitate its as a recreational corridor. -A new centre for design and technology has opened on the island. -Two pedestrian bridges have been proposed to better connect the area with its surroundings. -There would be a central boulevard for pedestrians and cyclists. Service roads are in the form of loops away from the main streets. -Designed features like terraced lawns and steps are being planned along the canal.

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