OPEN SPACE FRAMEWORKGENERALThe open space framework is based on a series of open space typologies, reflecting the already rich and varied character of existing campus open spaces, potentials for new spaces, and opportunities to better link and connect open spaces into a complex network.

The Plan emphasis integrating the natural environment into campus open spaces, while maintaining and conserving other spaces, habitats, and ecological features (particularly along the river).

The Plan also considers and recommends a range and diversity of campus gateways, to serve different functions depending on location.

Winter design is emphasized through recommendations such as the placement and location of building entrances, sun exposure for buildings and public spaces, opportunities for outdoor winter recreation, and the integration of transit stops with indoor connections and building entrances.

Streets, roads, and active transportation connections are included as part of the open space framework. Streets are seen not only as thoroughfares for vehicles, but also as public spaces with potential for amenities such as street plantings, parklets and street furniture, and sustainable stormwater features.

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4.2 OPEN SPACE FRAMEWORK

The Open Space Framework and vision guide the

development of the future green spaces and public

realm of the Visionary (re)Generation Master Plan.

This framework consists of a variety of tools to unify

new development on the campus into a cohesive whole

with the existing structure and natural features, and to

enhance the existing campus form. The quality of the

open space system is an important aspect of the vision

that shapes the form and function of the Fort Garry

campus and will result in a more walkable, livable, and

sustainable community reflective of Indigenous values.

4.2.1 A Campus in a Green Setting

“Flow, shelter, and openness” are integral elements

within the complex series of exchanges that make

up any ecosystem. They conjure associated terms

like dispersal and collection, and diffusion and

concentration, extremes essential to conceptual thinking

about circulation, built form, or even environmental

infrastructure. “Flow, shelter, and openness” are well

suited as design constructs within the context of the

campus, the adjacent neighborhoods, and links beyond.

In addition to these three key elements is the concept

of “place” – the unique ecologies and habitats of

the campus lands. The landscape infrastructure that

shapes the open spaces is built on this ecology of

“place” (see figure on opposite page).

The Fort Garry campus is located in a setting with a

rich cultural heritage, a notable history, and a strong

campus community. This Plan leverages these aspects

of the site, holistically integrating outdoor spaces

with the built environment. The concept envisioned

as “A Campus in a Green Setting” defines a series of

destinations within the built environment in a way that

respects and responds to the Indigenous and natural

Green Boulevards

Riverside Landscape

Buffer Open Spaces

Green Corridors

Green Connectors

Internal Plaza and Courtyards

OPEN SPACE FRAMEWORK: TYPOLOGIES

Point Lands Learning Landscape