Checkpoint 1)Sketches and descriptions of Pearl Centre

 Pearls Centre

Observation and Analysis
> seems old due to the building's state
> Outram Park MRT located within a walking distance
  - the location of the MRT will allow citizens/ residents to conveniently by MRT as a mode of transport Pearl Centre
  - as it is within a walking distance, it would be convenient and easy for others to reach Pearls Centre quickly

> Several bus stops located nearby
  - buses will then serve as another form of transport for citizens to their destination such that it is more comfortable and effective for others.
  - bus stops are also located within a walking distance from Pearls Centre, therefore, it will be effective and quick for people who have alighted from the bus to reach Pearls Centre.

> Traffic Crossing has an "island" in the middle
  - it will allow people, especially the elderly, to take a breather and rest after crossing halfway through the road, instead of rushing them to walk the whole distance. This encourages the elderly to be cautious of their health first before crossing the rest of the road.
  - helps with safety of the people as well as they would not need to rush and dash across the whole road where they may risk their safety.

> Many stalls in Pearls Centre [ food stalls etc. ]
  - encourages business in that area therefore people would have jobs as stallholders to earn money, helping the economy as well.
  - serves as a place where nearby residents are able to get food for themselves. As money is used to get the food, it will also contribute to the economy. Also, it is a form of agriculture as people are getting food for themselves.

>Atmosphere is a bit rushed as people may be getting ready to go to work at that time.

As a building designer, I would want to repaint the building as well as change it's look as from the outside it looks quite dull and old.

Future.

As the demands from the increasing population gets more modernized, there is a possibility in the future whereby people will search for other places to get what they need or want. Many new malls are also being built as time passes, therefore there is a possibility whereby this place may get demolished to serve as other purposes that will fit into modern day demands. However, if it upgrades such that it meets modern day needs, it may not get run down or demolished.

sketch:

sketch for pearl centre, scale is 1:300