Checkpoint 11)Sketches and description of Punggol Interchange

Punggol Interchange

observations and analysis
> MRT/ LRT station next to the interchange
   - people are able to travel longer after changing from bus to MRT/ LRT
   - convenient as people would not need to travel that long to exchange from bus to MRT/ LRT
   - adds to the variety of modes of transport being able to be taken within that area.

> Many stalls selling snacks or drinks in the interchange
   - stallholders will be able to establish their business by the purchase of snacks and drinks from people.
   - location of stalls are also appropriate as many people would gather and be around that area while waiting for their buses. Hence, if they feel tired and need some refreshments, they are able to purchase them from the stall, therefore establishing and helping with the business.

> Many HDBs found around the premises of the interchange
   - it would be convenient for the residents to be able to travel to the interchange or MRT/LRT station as they are of a walking distance
   - the chaotic environment due to the noise pollution caused at the interchange may affect the peace and livelihood of those living in that area.
 
> Railings connecting from the interchange to the MRT station stalls
   - those who are in need of support, probably the elderly, would be able to walk carefully with the help from the railings as a form of support
   - the railings could also be used as handles such that if those with respiration problems need to take a break, they could also use the railings as handles for support to allow them to rest.

> Bike Park
   - people are able to cycle to the interchange and safely park their bikes at the bike park
   - cycling would then serve as another mode of transport available for the residents


> Construction works nearby
   - the construction works may bring about more noise pollution to the interchange and buildings around it, hence affecting the environment
   - the developed building may hose more residents in the future, which will enable them to use the interchange as well as the MRT/ LRT stations
 
>  Ramp connecting the interchange with the MRT/ LRT station
    - those who are in wheels such as bicycle or wheelchair would then be able to travel up or down by the ramp instead of carrying the object itself, which would be inconvenient for them

The atmosphere around the area is generally peaceful but may be affected from time to time due to the arrival and departure of trains as well as the ongoing constructions.

If I was a spy, I would feel that the area would be a conducive place as there are many spots to not be noticed by people and it is also effective in terms of any sudden escape as there are multiple choices of transport to get away.

Future.
As technology gets more advanced, there is a possibility whereby the use of buses will decline. Hence, lesser people would use buses as their mode of transport.

 sketch:

sketch of punggol interchange, scale is 1:1150