EXPO 2020 Aurora: Nuovo Masterplans/Community Project

[burjdubai91]

EXPO 2020 Aurora: Nuovo Masterplans/Community Project
Sustainable Living for a Sustainable Future




ABOUT THE EXPO

Welcome to the EXPO 2020 Aurora City Thread, a fictional World Expo set in my future city of Aurora ( Under Planning Stage ), mostly inspired by the recently concluded Shanghai 2010 World Expo. EXPO 2020 Aurora's central theme is sustainable living for a sustainable future, a call for nations and their people to shift into healthier and more sustainable lifestyles so as to benefit both themselves and the planet. The logo is a graphical representation of this theme with nature's colors comprising its color palette and the side profile of a leaf representing sustainable living.

The EXPO Aurora also functions as a testing ground in planning my city, and thus, I would be designing the majority of the structures and deciding most of the planning in it, like roads, landscaping and etc. To give you all a better perspective of what I have done so far, here's a site map of the EXPO grounds.



As you can see, this won't be a large EXPO like the real-life Shanghai counterpart. It only has space for 30 pavilions and some other structures. You'll also notice how there's quite lush landscaping for I want this to be a really 'green' expo. The small EXPO size can be attributed to my low RAM and depleting HD space. It has to be small to accommodate more detail. However, I won't go all detailed here and will instead try to achieve a balance between details and textures. I'll also concentrate less on photo-realism and more on visuals.

PAVILIONS: A COMMUNITY PROJECT

And now the fun part. Since this is a rather hard undertaking, I won't be able to design all the pavilions, and it'd be rather unfair if I do pavilions for other countries, so I'm opening this project to the residents of the 3D Forum. I'm inviting you to design a pavilion for your respective nations to represent your country for the EXPO. There would be some rules to follow of course.

RULES FOR PAVILION DESIGN

1. Stick to the theme and try to be cohesive with it with your designs.
2. Try to inject as much of your country's culture into your pavilions.
3. Try to achieve a balance with detail and textures. Don't go too detailed but don't do an entirely textured design as well.
4. As much as possible, keep the pavilion file size at 2.5 MB. Skp files only.
5. Follow the dimensions of the plot squares allotted to avoid problems. Maximum pavilion heights is 15 M
6. When sending the pavilion, attach a brief explanation with it.
7. And the most important rule, let loose all your creativity! Haha!

And here are the plots (not to scale) in graphical forms. I will continually update this whenever a slot is taken to avoid slot problems. Please notify me and this thread first before one takes a slot to avoid problems. Also, if there are concerns regarding continent allotments and stuff, don't hesitate to comment and I'll see what I can do. Being the host nation, I will be designing the Philippine pavilion, but those who want to participate can also do pavilions of countries and doesn't have to be necessarily your home nation though ideally it would be better.




DOWNLOAD PLOTS HERE

You can download the entire site map and pick a plot. However, when you send your pavilion, do not send me back the entire site map again and just the pavilion. Upload your download links in this thread so I can download it for placement in the site.

http://www.filesend.net/download.php...bc8876f3316e7a
http://www.sendspace.com/file/pe6yio

I'll also be creating a similar thread in SkyscraperPage so I can involve more people and hopefully, get more pavilion designs to complete the project so continually check up on updates to avoid confusion. The project doesn't end when all the slots get filled. I'll work on animations and renders of the completed project with people and events to add a semblance of life to it. And also, like in the real EXPO, I'll set up a poll with regards to Best Pavilion Design. The EXPO will be part of my city so all our efforts won't go to waste.

I'm looking forward to your participation. Please post concerns and comments, and also whether you'd like to participate or not. I hope this becomes a successful project for the 3D Forum community like Port Voyage!

So that's all for now. Will be posting new updates tomorrow, a short tour of the site and what's built so far.

-burjdubai91

[skyman045]

Very cool! Although i'm sure i'm not the only American here so i will let someone else take the USA spot. I'm not that good at making something to reflect my country. Oh well, i would love to see what others will come up with.

[Dubai Skyscraper]

sorry, i think i can't be part of this project (unfortunately)

basically, i have three problems with it:

-the file size limitation. i think i can't keep it below 25 MB
-i can't represent any country except of the fictive city-state 'Unknown City'
-i could create something like Cityscape 'only'...

but if there's a way for you to accept these points, i would be glad to join this project.

[earthbuilder]

Why don't we just do a pavilion each? You know, then people could join in if they wanted to?

[CNGL]

Where I can put my fictional country Charliland, since it's not in any real continent? (It's in Laurentia)

But I could make one pavilion for Spain. Or joint Spain-Portugal-Andorra-Gibraltar (Iberian peninsula). If I do that, I would take the pavilion of the extreme.

[ugoki09]

.,wow great idea.. =]

[hakhaimo]

Nice concept!

I want to join to

2.5mb? I don't think I can maintain that

When is the deadline?

I wanted to make a pavilion for the Philippines : (

Since you will make it, I'll find another ASEAN country.

[burjdubai91]

Okay, so here's my reply to your comments

Dubai: Actually, I forgot to mention that cities could also build pavilions in the EXPO, and alright, I'm increasing the file size to 3.5 MB. I actually wanted to request a pavilion representing Port Voyage or La Cala, maybe you and Skyman could work on that?

earthbuilder: We could all do pavilions but then, it would be better if we know who will be joining so slots that were taken won't be mistaken by anyone else. Would you be doing a pavilion?

CNGL: Fictional countries and cities are allowed, though I'm very much interested in what you'll be doing with the shared Iberian peninsula?

ugoki: Thanks ugoki!

hakhaimo: Thanks! You could join, and there's no deadline. I increased the file limit to 3.5 MB, and maybe you could go a lil bit beyond it but no so much. LOL

To make clear:

All fictional cities and countries are also allowed, though we are also encouraging actual national pavilions as well.

Also, make clear your participation so we know who'll be part of the project. Also mention the country you'll be representing with your pavilion.

Okay, to clarify some points, I'll be posting the steps on how to join.

HOW TO JOIN: YOUR PAVILION ENTRY

1. First, select a plot you want to use. Use the site map and pavilion image to choose.

2. Next, post a comment in this thread with the pavilion image and your chosen plot marked with a circle, cross, square or whatever. You could use MS Paint for that.

3. Next, download the site map from any of these links:
http://www.filesend.net/download.php...bc8876f3316e7a
http://www.sendspace.com/file/pe6yio

4. Then, you can build your pavilion in your chosen spot in the site map 3D file. However, save your pavilion in a separate 3D file so you don't have to send me the site map file again. That's huge. Try to meet the size requirements, now 3.5 MB.

5. When sending me your pavilion, you have the option to:
- Post the download link in this thread
- Send me a PM with the link
- Send me the pavilion in my email: mphkasingsing@gmail.com
- Or, upload them to 3D Warehouse.

Just choose any one of the options.

Just 5 easy steps to send a pavilion. I'll be in charge of renders and placement of your pavilion in the site. I'll post updates and renders of pavilions in this thread to let you know the developments in the site.

It is important that you notify me and this thread about the spot you chose and the country of your pavilion to avoid problems. Also, our friends in SkyscraperPage are also invited to join.

THERE IS NO DEADLINE. The EXPO opens after all the spots have been taken and I'll be doing a huge collection of renders with all the pavilions and stuff, and possibly, an animation of the opening ceremony. A website is also possible, so we could preserve this project for all to see. But as much as possible, try to send me your pavilions soon or there might be a risk of your chosen spot to be taken by someone else.

There, that's all for now. On my next post, there'll be a huge collection of renders of the construction development in the site. Thanks for your comments and interest in my project!

[earthbuilder]

Originally Posted by burjdubai91

Okay, so here's my reply to your comments

Dubai: Actually, I forgot to mention that cities could also build pavilions in the EXPO, and alright, I'm increasing the file size to 3.5 MB. I actually wanted to request a pavilion representing Port Voyage or La Cala, maybe you and Skyman could work on that?

earthbuilder: We could all do pavilions but then, it would be better if we know who will be joining so slots that were taken won't be mistaken by anyone else. Would you be doing a pavilion?

CNGL: Fictional countries and cities are allowed, though I'm very much interested in what you'll be doing with the shared Iberian peninsula?

ugoki: Thanks ugoki!

hakhaimo: Thanks! You could join, and there's no deadline. I increased the file limit to 3.5 MB, and maybe you could go a lil bit beyond it but no so much. LOL

To make clear:

All fictional cities and countries are also allowed, though we are also encouraging actual national pavilions as well.

Also, make clear your participation so we know who'll be part of the project. Also mention the country you'll be representing with your pavilion.

Okay, to clarify some points, I'll be posting the steps on how to join.

HOW TO JOIN: YOUR PAVILION ENTRY

1. First, select a plot you want to use. Use the site map and pavilion image to choose.

2. Next, post a comment in this thread with the pavilion image and your chosen plot marked with a circle, cross, square or whatever. You could use MS Paint for that.

3. Next, download the site map from any of these links:
http://www.filesend.net/download.php...bc8876f3316e7a
http://www.sendspace.com/file/pe6yio

4. Then, you can build your pavilion in your chosen spot in the site map 3D file. However, save your pavilion in a separate 3D file so you don't have to send me the site map file again. That's huge. Try to meet the size requirements, now 3.5 MB.

5. When sending me your pavilion, you have the option to:
- Post the download link in this thread
- Send me a PM with the link
- Send me the pavilion in my email: mphkasingsing@gmail.com
- Or, upload them to 3D Warehouse.

Just choose any one of the options.

Just 5 easy steps to send a pavilion. I'll be in charge of renders and placement of your pavilion in the site. I'll post updates and renders of pavilions in this thread to let you know the developments in the site.

It is important that you notify me and this thread about the spot you chose and the country of your pavilion to avoid problems. Also, our friends in SkyscraperPage are also invited to join.

THERE IS NO DEADLINE. The EXPO opens after all the spots have been taken and I'll be doing a huge collection of renders with all the pavilions and stuff, and possibly, an animation of the opening ceremony. A website is also possible, so we could preserve this project for all to see. But as much as possible, try to send me your pavilions soon or there might be a risk of your chosen spot to be taken by someone else.

There, that's all for now. On my next post, there'll be a huge collection of renders of the construction development in the site. Thanks for your comments and interest in my project!

Okay then. I think i will work on one for Copenhagen.

[Dubai Skyscraper]

Originally Posted by burjdubai91

Okay, so here's my reply to your comments

Dubai: Actually, I forgot to mention that cities could also build pavilions in the EXPO, and alright, I'm increasing the file size to 3.5 MB. I actually wanted to request a pavilion representing Port Voyage or La Cala, maybe you and Skyman could work on that?

i think sky could make a little PV-presentation if he wants to
but sorry, 3.5MB are still a joke for me :S

[CNGL]

Originally Posted by burjdubai91

Okay, so here's my reply to your comments

CNGL: Fictional countries and cities are allowed, though I'm very much interested in what you'll be doing with the shared Iberian peninsula?

But where I can put my fictional country, since it's not in any of the real continents (Europe, Asia, Oceania, Americas, Africa and of course Antarctica), but on a fictional one called Laurentia?

BTW, four pavilions for Oceania is too much IMO. I would switch those with African ones.

[Mike____]

Do we have to make interior also ?

I maybe Could make one for Belgium
or maybe the BeNeLux ?

[burjdubai91]

Okay, before the update, lemme respond to your comments.

earthbuilder: sure! go for it
dubai: okay then...
CNGL: you can decide which zone you want to place it in. Choose a site from the site map. Lots of spots there.
Mike: Nope, no interiors required. You could do Belgium or the Benelux. Up to you really.

So here's the big update on the site construction. They aren't top-drawer renders as they're just meant to show progress. I'll use high quality renders for important stuff like the pavilions.

UPDATES




Here's the entrance to the EXPO site. The Performing Arts Center, the first structure completed in the EXPO is visible here.


The newly-finished Performing Arts Center viewed from parking area.


The Performing Arts Center and the entrance barricade of the Expo site.


Performing Arts Center undergoing finishing works.


Front facade of Performing Arts Center facing Circle of Nations plaza.


Performing Arts Center fountain and pool with boulders from Mt. Makiling.


Overhead shot of Performing Arts Center and site.


The Philippine Pavilion, also undergoing completion works, is the first pavilion to be partially completed.


The Philippine Pavilion


Works on Axis West, the main pavilion passage in the west section of the EXPO site.


The Philippine Pavilion with coconut trees.


Construction continues in Axis West. Tall colored canopies called 'Silong' will shield visitors from heat and line the length of the axis. They are meant to evoke trees.


'Silong' canopies line Axis West.


One of two bridges in the EXPO, Earth Bridge with west side of EXPO in the background.


Earth Bridge with Saraya River


Water Bridge with Saraya River


Progress on east side of EXPO

Comments and suggestions are appreciated!

[hakhaimo]

WOW hahah really nice!!

The Performang Arts Center is Leandro Locsin inspired! Astig! Am I right?

I will make a pavilion for the Republic of Singapore

Here is the slot that I am taking...



Can we have more than 1 pavilion? I still want to make pavilions for our fellow Austronesian and East Asia too.

Most of the major economies are in Asia, why is it that the slots for Asia are small?

By the way, what rendering software are you using?

[Mike____]

I love the renders ! but one thing, play a little with the size of the textures like those tiles, cause now you have that strange-not-so-great-looking effect i you know what I mean ?

[CNGL]

Okay, so I'm going to take this pavilion:


And I would move this European reserved pavilion to the fictional continent of Laurentia, where Charliland is located.

BTW, I'm using Sketchup 8, so...

[Mike____]

I take this one

[CNGL]

Hey, use the first render, without my square!

I have a problem...

When I want to erase the pavilion to start construction, all the EXPO complex gets erased, so I started to build the Charliland pavilion in a new file.

[earthbuilder]

This one is mine!:

[xdexina]

Can i join to?!
i want this one... for Portugal!