Periodical: Architectural Research Quarterly
Society continuously evolves technology and embraces new trends and ideas. These advancements also bring the ability to expand the design process through the use of software. Unfortunately, the successful integration of 3D modeling software into architectural education programs has yet to occur. Continue reading Software in Architectural Education
Series of Courtyards – Connectivity and Community Sharing
Bernardo’s project focuses on connectivity and sharing. He intends to use a main courtyard to bring together all the different parts of the program into a space where everyone can interact with each other. The building is designed so the elevation facing the courtyard is composed of large windows to strengthen the connection between indoors and the outdoor courtyard.
The design of my building is based off of Louis Kahn’s concept of servant versus served spaces. The building is designed to maximize functionality as a fire station without sacrificing the comfort of the occupants. The plan is based on a structural grid developed from square footage for storage areas interspersed between fire engine bays. Additionally, I used the grid to create skylights on the third floor and the roof to allow more natural light and ventilation for the apparatus bay. The building is also meant to be a transition point between the city and the public park on either side of the building. One side of the building conforms to the surrounding city streets while the space on the opposite of the building integrates into the park. I used the contour lines and the building lines to create an outdoor space that contains both park space and a constructed dune/wetland area for water filtration and to protect the park from potential flooding. Overall the building is meant to be a place of community for the fire fighters and surrounding community members.
Photo: Louis Kahn, Richards Medical Center
Periodical: Architectural Research Quarterly
Thesis: Widespread implementation of modeling software would be exponentially beneficial in allowing students to create more complete and complex projects.
Lindsay’s project focuses on the balance of the site. Her project seeks to bring together the urban world and the park world while maintaining a harmonious balance the function of a firehouse as both home and work for the firefighters. Her project incorporates garden spaces into the building and uses built spaces integrating into the park to maintain this balance between the urban and park worlds. Additionally, she uses the organization of collaborative and private spaces to maintain the balance between work and home for the firefighters.
