Wednesday, September 3, 2014

Michael Clariday ARCH 305 Project Site Analysis

Demographics

-Residential, industrial, and small businesses west of San Antonio River
-Residential and small businesses east of San Antonio River

Climate

-Summer Highs of 95 degrees
-Winter Lows of 42 degrees
-Low precipitation
-Prone to drought
-High Humidity

Natural Topography

-Flat
-Depression along the San Antonio River coming from North to South

Historic Buildings

-St. Henry's Catholic Church
-Pioneer Flour Mill

Public Attractions

-Blue Star Contemporary Art Museum
-La Tuna Grill

Composition of the Urban Fabric

-Diverse community consisting of aged homes, a modern style apartment complex, an industrial site, a restaurant, small businesses, and museum all within close proximity.

Transportation

-Amtrac
-Side Walks
-Bike Friendly

Additional

-1.6 miles away from University of Texas @ San Antonio, which is approximately 7 minutes
away
-Potentially open to tourists and college students from down town.


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