Given the extensive existing water network throughout the whole of London this proposal looks to take advantage of both this network and the adjacent post-industrial landscape. This multifunctional shipping distribution centre revolves around the notion of temporality and the duality of function. This duality is seen both in the continual shifts in program (similar to that of the Pompidou Centre) but also in the structure itself.
The large compressive structural legs become the internalized volume for occupation and circulation, likewise the mixture of steel ends provides both the strength and light weight capabilities for additional internal volume. The top side of these steel pads become a place of exterior space for both temporary shipping container storage and inhabitable programmatic endeavors. Additionally top deck becomes a displaced vertical landscape for large scale events and breath taking views of both the Thames and London.
In essence this proposal looks to rejuvenate the post-industrial landscape through a more efficient mode of good distribution while providing the opportunity for entertainment and leisure based activities. Through the combination of industry and leisure a truly adaptable infrastructure was born.