Re-envisioning Spaces

"Reimagining Spaces Beneath Freeways: A Project Bridging Western and Central Downtown San Jose"

This project is centered on revitalizing the underutilized spaces beneath freeways to foster connections between the communities of western and central downtown San Jose. By introducing an improved last-mile ride system and optimizing the site's potential, this initiative has the capacity to offer much more to the community. Moreover, it can serve as a pioneering model for similar endeavors in other regions, unlocking the potential of neglected spaces beneath freeways for the betterment of communities at large.

Design to reduce Crime

"Revitalizing an Oakland Neighborhood: Redesigning the Vicinity Around an Abandoned Mall"

This transformative project aims to breathe new life into the neighborhood surrounding an abandoned and underutilized mall in Oakland. Through thoughtful redesign, this initiative seeks to optimize space usage, foster community growth, and contribute to a reduction in crime rates. Abandoned spaces often become breeding grounds for unauthorized activities, but with an ideal design, these areas can become a boon to the community, enhancing security and instilling a sense of safety among residents in the immediate vicinity and neighboring regions.

Study of Urban Features

"The intrinsic connection between the built environment and its cultural identity"
The interplay between the built environment and its cultural essence is evident in various cities, streets, and structures, serving as compelling examples.Within this report, I have undertaken a thorough exploration of specific locales, drawing upon comparisons and inferences to illuminate how the constructed surroundings have been pivotal in shaping the character of these places. Within this framework, I have pinpointed three pivotal factors that exert profound influence over a location's built environment and elucidated how these elements are intricately intertwined with its cultural identity.