The inspiration for this project came from the banlieues of Paris' periphery, which are only some of many examples of characterless neighbourhoods in the world that perform poorly in terms of aesthetics and Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design.

The project allows for visual interest and ample opportunities for passive surveillance in areas that traditionally are infamous for their oppressive nature. The idea is ridiculously simple, though serves to renew tired areas in a sustainable and efficient manner.

By creating a form of landmark, the project has the positive offshoot of creating a striking public realm that improves wayfinding and legibility, where in the past, this was lacking due to architectural repetition. The project is an effective reminder of the importance of combining architecture and urban design to not just create memorable structures for its users, but memorable locations for all those who can experience it.