History of the City
This week we were given a mysterious location as shown in Image #1 which turns out to be a series of photographs of Casinò Municipale in Campione d'Italia, Italy. After attending the first lecture, History of the City, it is clear that this small city is organic with no reoccurring pattern or grid in its urban design. The city is built along the surrounding typography, allowing each structure the advantage of having waterfront and hillside views while at the same time restricting further development.
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In the immediate centre of the city lies the Casinò Municipale, this modernised structure is twice the height of the surrounding buildings and can be seen from any point along the lake. The casino acts as a landmark in the city template, it is both central and has full access to the waterfront. In conclusion Campione d'Italia appears to be a small city, possibly detached from other components, that is driven by tourism and structured around the scenic value of the land.
Reflections
Looking closely at this city a few thoughts come to mind about its function when thinking about its size and location. It could be assumed that this casino is a prime revenue for the local area, attracting tourism and providing locals with employment as there doesn't appear to be any industrial estate in the area. The city might cater for tourists and few residents as more of a luxurious living estate rather then a working city; relying almost entirely on delivered goods from other local areas.
Reflections
Looking closely at this city a few thoughts come to mind about its function when thinking about its size and location. It could be assumed that this casino is a prime revenue for the local area, attracting tourism and providing locals with employment as there doesn't appear to be any industrial estate in the area. The city might cater for tourists and few residents as more of a luxurious living estate rather then a working city; relying almost entirely on delivered goods from other local areas.
