Stellingwerff, M.,Kuhk, A. (2004)
3D/4D Communication Tools for Facilitators in Public Participation,
Architecture in the Network Society [Paper for the 22nd eCAADe Conference
Proceedings / ISBN 0-9541183-2-4] Copenhagen (Denmark) 15-18 September 2004,
pp. 593-600
The
international research project, Planning Inclusion of Clients through
e-Training, (PICT) aims at developing various computerised tools and training
programmes to enhance public participation in local urban projects. This
article presents a communication strategy and two tools, which were applied in
a pilot study in Brussels Capital Region.
The communication strategy involves the use of
multiple channels to introduce, inform and involve people to the urban planning
debates. The first tool, called ‘3D-projection’, combines an urban scale-model
of the neighbourhood with an interactive projection. Thus, parts of the model
are related to photographic and computer-graphic impressions of the existing or
future streetscape. The end-user can develop a thorough understanding of the
presented changes in the built environment. Getting involved and being informed
are made easier. The second tool, called ‘4D-viewer’, combines planning and
design software into evaluative 3D-renderings which visualise the change of a
site over time. This tool is supposed to be helpful at meetings of planners,
architects and local actors and residents.
The paper introduces the PICT project and the
specific planning-approach of Neighbourhood Contracts in Brussels Capital
Region. Then, we will describe the communication strategy and present the
general concept of the two systems as well as their application in the pilot
study for the ‘Brabant Groen’ Neighbourhood Contract. Finally, we will discuss our
experiences with the system and plans for the future.
Keywords
Public Participation, Design & Decision Support
Systems, digital city modelling, interface-design.