Parking building
massive transport hub merged with a marketplace devoid of greenery, dominated by Soviet brutalist architecture and concrete, where integrating green spaces and recreational areas is crucial. The goal was to develop more than just a parking area, but something significant for the city.
Challenge
Located at the city's geographical center, Station Square is known to be among the busiest areas in Tbilisi. It serves not just as a transport hub, but also a massive marketplace. However, due to the shopping center being destroyed by fire, this area has essentially become an abandoned site. The colossal structure presents an opportunity to develop not only parking spaces but also communication bridges that will link this station to another district that suffers from a lack of access points.
My Role
The concept of the bridge originates from a lesser-known Soviet architect who suggested this distinct fusion of a bridge and a multi-level parking facility. Regrettably, the idea never progressed beyond the planning stage; I aimed to develop my version of this fascinating proposal. Initially, it was intended to have an equal number of underground levels due to a vast subterranean market network connected directly to the subway station. However, the immense underground structure led to the dismissal of the idea of underground levels, as it would require extensive investigation to ensure safety.
Final Thoughts
A vast number of automobiles in Georgia rely on gasoline as their primary fuel source. This region is recognized for its traffic and substantial emissions. I believe that multi-level parking structures should be encompassed by greenery and foliage. The original land was apportioned between the parking area and the park, each level featuring its own environmental enhancements to counterbalance, at a minimum, the gasoline emissions stemming from the parking facility.