Leung Kwok Yee Kelvin. / "Architecture Department, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Master of Architecture Programme 1996-97, design report." / Includes bibliographical references. / Chapter Chapter 1: --- Introduction / Chapter Chapter 2: --- My Vision / Chapter Part A: --- Urban Vision / Chapter Chapter 3: --- Site/context analysis / Chapter Chapter 4: --- Client Scenario / Chapter Chapter 5: --- Final Design- / Chapter I. --- The Spine(軸) / Chapter Part B: --- Selected Site Development / Chapter Chapter 6: --- Site/context analysis / Chapter Chapter 7: --- Client Scenario / Chapter Chapter 8: --- Problem / Identification / Chapter Chapter 9: --- Final Design- / Chapter II. --- The Node(点） / Chapter III. --- Open Space(公共空間) / Chapter IV. --- Tower(廈) / Chapter Chapter 10: --- Conclusion / Chapter Chapter 11: --- Process

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Thesis (M.S.)--Oregon State University, 2005. / Printout. Includes bibliographical references. Also available on the World Wide Web.

Thesis (M. Phil.)--University of Hong Kong, 1983.

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Bacteria from dry and wet roadside environments were examined for the ability to degrade hydrocarbons. The kinds and numbers of bacteria observed were similar to those reported in other petroleum contaminated environments. Surface soils (top 2.5 cm) immediately adjacent to the highway pavement and the sediments of shallow drainage ditches contained the highest concentrations of petroleum degrading bacteria (9.8 x 107 CFU/g). Concentration and species diversity of petroleum degrading bacteria decreased with distance from the highway pavement. Chromatographic analysis of highway stormwater runoff and the soil in close proximity to the highway indicated the presence of complex hydrocarbon mixtures of vehicular origin. The concentrations of chloroform extractable hydrocarbons decreased with distance from the highway pavement. Hydrocarbon degradation rates in the roadside environment were determined by the oxidation of radiolabeled [1-14C] hexadecane. Roadside soil and water samples were incubated under nutrient enriched and in situ environmental conditions. Biodegradation rates in environmental samples enriched with inorganic nutrients were 25-126 fold higher than the in situ rates. The highest in situ rates (92 µg hexadecane g-1 solid h-1) occurred in wet surface solid (top 2.5 cm) immediately adjacent to the highway pavement. The findings of the investigation indicate that the roadside environment under study was a petroleum contaminated ecosystem in which biodegradation of hydrocarbon pollutants was greatly influenced by the design of the roadside drainage systems. Furthermore, petroleum degradation in roadside environments can be enhanced by construction of shallow drainage ditches which support aerobic microbial biodegradation.

Transportation corridors are designed to transfer motorists from one area to another in the safest and most efficient way possible. Unfortunately, in Indiana scenic and environmental enhancements, often, were not a priority in the past. The main problem, therefore, is that travelers of most Indiana highways have been deprived of inspiring scenic opportunities and cultural enlightenment, thus there is a need to educate those involved in the design and implementation process to take heed of the advantages these enhancements and amenities can provide.This study examines the SR 67 South transportation corridor from 1-69 at Daleville, Indiana, to Delaware CR 500 South, and proposes an overall transportation corridor concept that could be implemented. This study, also, investigates current Indiana Department of Transportation policies and practices involving scenic and environmental enhancements in transportation corridors, while specifically evaluating the department's assessment of the suggestions offered in "The Gateways of Delaware County" study (in which SR 67 was incorporated).In the end, this study provides significant insight into the "posture" of those directly involved in the design and implementation process of transportation corridors; however, augmenting that posture to the advantages and importance of scenic and environmental enhancements will remain a struggle, especially during these economically challenging times. One added subplot; How can the landscape architect provide guidance to bring new understanding to those persons involved in highway design which results in improved scenic and cultural opportunities to SR 67? / Department of Landscape Architecture

Communities throughout the country are faced daily with growth and development pressures. Although such growth is vital to community economic health, its impact on the built environment is long lasting and much more difficult to address. Maintaining the identity or unique features of the community must be balanced against the effects of urban and suburban sprawl. Columbus, Indiana, a community world-renowned for its collection of modem architecture, is not immune to such pressures. This study is intended to serve as a tool for the citizens of Columbus as part of the never-ending process to create a better community and a more attractive urban setting.With Columbus serving as the setting, this urban design study explores how growth has evolved and reshaped the primary corridor running through the community--U.S. 31. Following a theoretical study of the traditional street corridor, and one's interaction with such a setting from both the motorist's and pedestrian's perspective, a detailed analysis of the 31 Corridor is conducted. The analysis encompasses a broad range of pertinent subjects including natural features, land use patterns, and urban design. Such analyses form the framework for the final section of this study.Following this analysis, recommendations for improving the 31 Corridor, and thus, Columbus as a whole are explored. The recommendations center on two primary goals. One focuses on stimulating and improving the motorist's perspective along the 31 Corridor and at the urban edges in the form of community gateways, while the second examines redevelopment strategies which intensify existing land uses and respect the established gateways. To support these goals, a series of objectives and methods are proposed. Both goals, and the supporting objectives are a means to maintain and strengthen the identity, or sense of place of Columbus. / Department of Urban Planning

The purpose of this creative project was to bring about the development and hypothetical implementation of development guidelines for the McGalliard Road commercial corridor in Muncie, Indiana, as an example of how the development guidelines can improve the development character, safety, and creativity within Muncie's urban arterial corridors. The project introduces the development guidelines, explains the existing conditions along McGalliard Road in terms of transportation efficiency, safety, and aesthetics, implements a model design alternative along McGalliard Road based on the guidelines, and presents implementation strategies and recommendations for changes in current development regulation policies which would bring about these changes for arterial commercial developments in the city of Muncie. / Department of Urban Planning

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