Abstract:
The environmental contribution of the built environment to man cannot be treated with a lames leg as the total man is a sum total of his environment; this is so because the environment moulds man, just as man moulds his environment. The spaces man creates to serve a particular function must be adaptable and sustainable since there is a chronological and a continuous order in life. Space adaptability is one of the germane principle if we are to achieve a sustainable architecture which tend to provide one of mans basic necessities of life. Therefore, or so, adaptability and flexibility cannot be overemphasized because of the present need for sustainability in our time. This overture is geared towards obtaining adaptable spaces within a community centre, which will in turn be a machinery and aid in the study and understanding of the nitty-gritty in the design of this particular project. Nothing can have value without being an object of utility. The stereotypical method of spatial design is to develop a space for its effective utilization for the primary purpose. Sometimes, a simple adjustment of spatial configuration allows for a change in use for the same space. These adjustments define the adaptability of such space. Chapter one of this thesis report presents an introduction into the subject, stating the motivation and purpose, statement of architectural problems, defining scope etc. Chapter two presents the theoretical framework backing up adaptable spaces and space syntax, historical background of both the study and the design structure. The third chapter sited relevant cases which were also evaluated for study. Chapter four talks about general planning principles and design considerations for the design. chapter five dwells on analyses of required spaces also throws more light on the design criteria, the chosen site and its implications on the design. The final chapter (six) rounds up this project as a design, the design synthesis and philosophy behind it discussed and recommendations and conclusions made.
