Figure 2 A,B,C: Riverpark: From Program Diagram to Schematic Plan to Seating Diagram
of the parts and suggests the final form of the plan (Figures 1 A,B,C,D; 2 A,B,C). The relationships we sketch out at the beginning of a project remain clearly delineated in the finished work, an important point that references the need to deliver a space that supports the hospitality concept. One sees this in the allocation of dining and service areas, the careful location of service points, the subtle but important distinctions between casual seating areas and fine dining locations. Notice also the clear route of entry at restaurants such as the Modern and Rouge Tomate which links the front entrance directly to the host stand and gives diners subtle guidance, ensuring that the routine of "greeting" is honored (Figures 3 A,B; 4).
Figure 3A: The Modern: Schematic section through entry vestibule from street
Figure 3B: The Modern: Entry view showing the elongated vestibule linking inside and outside
Figure 4: Rouge Tomate: View from entry door across bridge to greeter stand
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