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<br />.:. ARCHITECTURE <br /> <br />The structures and architectural elements of Purgatory Creek Park are to contribute to <br />the overall aesthetic of the Park, while at the same providing necessary and unique <br />facilities to park-goers. As mentioned before, the intent of the architecture is not to <br />dominate the site, but to be responsive to this dynamic environment, to help establish a <br />lasting and unique identity for the park, facilitate educational opportunities, and to <br />accomplish this within a sustainable and flexible envelope. These more specific <br />guidelines should be considered in conjunction with the other design principles that are <br />mentioned in previous sections. <br /> <br />o General Guidelines <br /> <br />. Responsive to Site and Climate <br /> <br />The buildings should be and other structures should be made so as to: <br /> <br />y Take into account solar exposure: minimizing unwanted heat gain in the <br />warm months, utilizing solar heat gain in the cold months <br /> <br />y Use daylighting to bring natural light into interior spaces and reduce the <br />dependence on electrical lighting. <br /> <br />).> Take advantage of prevailing breezes for passive cooling. <br /> <br />· Contribute to Establishing an Identity for Purgatory Creek Park <br /> <br />The buildings and the spaces around them should be significant contributors <br />toward creating a "sense of place" and a distinct identity for Purgatory Creek <br />Park. Pursuant to that goal: <br /> <br />y Building and structures should reflect the Central Texas landscape and <br />building traditions, while at the same creating a strong indoor and outdoor <br />relationship. That does not necessarily dictate the use of an historic "style." <br />Rather it may prompt the use of features, such as wide overhangs, shaded <br />wall/roof openings and outdoor spaces, as well as an honest expression of <br />structure and materials. <br /> <br />y The buildings and structures, or at least one element of the buildings or <br />structures should exert a strong presence or identity. In doing such, this <br />element(s), combined with the abundant significant natural features could <br />become symbols of the Purgatory Creek. <br /> <br />%" <br /> <br />Page 19 of 77 <br /> <br />Carter = Burgess <br />Hatch Partnership, LLP <br />Jankedesign <br />