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CHAPTER 8: SPACE PROGRAM

This chapter includes the analysis of the spaces in relation to the human

behavior and patterns. It is largely defined by the spatial expressions in terms

of the numbers and its geometry.

Spatial Analysis is a research that aims at the development of knowledge and

theory that can support architectural design work, both on the level of

buildings and the level of cities. Design work needs support both in its

generative phase, when possible solutions to an architectural problem are

formulated, and its predictive phase, when the performance of such solutions

are evaluated. Spatial analysis aims at especially developing predictive

knowledge and theory, keeping in mind that such theory also is of great

support in the generative phase.

8.1 List of Spatial Requirements

Here is the list of the spaces necessary in designing of a convention center:

Convention foyer/lobby Halls

Satchel Packing Room Functions

Press Room Meeting rooms

Cloak Room Kitchen facilities

Technology Service Help Desk Storage

Control Rooms Garbage disposal unit

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Operable wall storage Meeting rooms for BC

Toilet facilities Exhibitor Services office and

lockers
Lounge
Loading Apron Assistance office
Registration counter
Maintenance Room
Inquiry booth
CCTV Room
Security check area
Security Room
Convention AHU room
Public Catering Office
Salon
Public Catering Stores
Coffee nook
Generator
Loading dock area
Wash Bay
Mechanical room
Forklift and Scissor Lift Storage
Truck parking area
Catering Loading Dock
Exhibitor/Organizer office
Kiosk Entry
Medical Clinic
Storage Waste Room
Drop-off Area
Dressing Rooms for Banquet
VIP restrooms
Speakers Preparation Room
Business Centre
Performer Dressing Room

8.2 User Space Function and Analysis

The idea for the user space function and analysis is to show how

people pass or flow through the different spaces in the structure. The

researcher must be able to determine how the different users are to be able to

use the areas smoothly and efficiently. It is in this analysis is where the

researcher should determine what areas or spaces are unnecessary or in

need of a bigger/ larger area of use.

Administrative

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Kitchen

KITCHEN LOCKER
ENTRANCE KITCHEN
STAFF ROOM

BANQUET

Housekeeping

KITCHEN LOCKER
ENTRANCE LINEN AREA
STAFF ROOM

LAUNDRY
SERVICES

Convention Audience

LOBBY AND
VISITORS REGISTRATION BANQUET
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Visitors from the car park

VISITORS LOBBY AND

FROM CAR ELEVATOR REGISTRATION
PARK AREA
CONVENTION
SPACE AND
EXHIBTION
AREA
TOILET
FACILITIES EXIT BANQUET

Organizers

SERVICE AND MEETING

ORGANIZERS
DELIVERY AREA ROOM
CONVENTION
SPACE AND
EXHIBTION
AREA
TOILET
FACILITIES

8.3 Space Program/ Room Data Sheets

Space Program records the function, content and characteristics of

each room or space, and can either be produced by the project team, to

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inform the detailed design, or by the designers, to confirm that they have

understood the space requirements correctly. It should be numbered using

the referencing system developed in the accommodation schedule. In large

projects such as this, it is sensible for the researcher to concentrate on the

most important and complex spaces first and complete the details on other

rooms as the project proceeds. All of the Room Data Sheets for a project

should be standardized, so that information is presented consistently. The

Room Data Sheet should be circulated for each service, who must take

responsibility for completing the detailed requirements.

8.4 Bubble Diagram

DELIVERY TOILET
PARKING FACILITIES
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