Characters for the Architectural Fiction

Identifying the characters (users) of Brisbane in 2050 is helpful in establishing what we are designing and who it is for. Firstly, our future scenario requires significant change which can only be granted from leadership.

Architects need to be passionate about change in Brisbane. A central protagonis group of architects would make up the leaders for this change. Not only do they foresee issues for future generations, they cannot see the benefit in producing architecture which uninformed, off the shelf and 'useless' to society. They are commissioned by the Government in 2020 to develop a long-term plan for Queensland, Brisbane CBD in particular. The government leadership is interested in change. Not only would some funding come from the government, but help would be required to inform the public and gather support.

The condition of the architect will transfer from starchitect to architect. This will set egos aside and start promoting the potential of a site. By starting to promote architecture as a tool for change, societies opinion of architects will shift from a mere 'designer' to a tool for development.

Other characters in our future scenario would be a politician (vital for change) and a series of typical people from Brisbane. A mother, a student, architect (protagonist), politician, office worker, person who lives inner city and a typical shopper. All characters would need to benefit from the future scenario, highlighting the social and economic benefits which come with the proposal.