'the public layer' by cheungvogl in hong kong
all images courtesy cheungvogl


hong-kong based practice cheungvogl (judy cheung, christoph vogl) has sent us
images of their new project, 'the public layer', a new urban intervention that aims
to provide maximum horizontal space in a vertically orientated city centre.
taking le corbusier's model of the layered city structure as a point of departure,
the design features a new hybrid interpretation of a skywalk, public space and transport,
residential developments and infrastructural opportunities.



street views


located in the compact city of hong kong, the case study reclaims the space above
des voeux road to generate a 'public podium' which consists of an exhibition space,
pedestrian-friendly zone, public facilities, and retail. the street level below benefits
from shade while comprehensive connections are made between the MTR
(public transport hong kong), car park, and public space. integrated to its site,
'the public layer' involves its context to become an urban landmark within the city. 



view of the public podium and the street in context



(left) elevation diagram
(right) layered components



sketch