Horizontal+Circulation

1.-What does the design of horizontal circulation determine? The basic shapes and character of the entire structure 2.-What are the four practical requirements of any horizontal circulation system mentioned in the lecture? 3.-What are the three examples (names of buildings) mentioned by Prof. Watanabe to illustrate different horizontal circulation patterns? (Hint: One is located in New York, the second is in Moscow, and the third one is in Paris!) 4.- Why is the concept o horizontal circulation important in any urban plan or architectural design? The horizontal circulation is important in architecture because it defines the course of the building. Is like a tool for the architect because not only helps walk the levels and go up to the next, it also organizes the structure and the spaces which it serves. Is very important to establish a specific circulation because the spaces may vary, but the circulation between them is permanent.
 * It by adequate in size
 * It need a good circulation plan to determinate the direction.
 * Points of converging traffic must be well express.
 * Changes in levels must be clearly expressed.
 * Centrosoyus building in Moscow.
 * Pennsylvania Station in New York.
 * Palais de Justice in Paris.

