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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
INTRODUCTION
2
Project
3
Mission
4
Building
5
Site
9
Precedent
11
Space
11
Performance
16
background
and
Goal
Statements
History
analysis
studies
Summary
SCHEMATIC
Requirements
DESIGN
17
Concept
Statement
18
Concept
Boards/Inspiration
21
Adjacency
22
Bubble
23
Space
26
Three
Matrix
Diagrams
Plan
Concepts
Space
Plans
27
DESIGN
DEVELOPMENT
28
Final
29
Concept
35
Elevations
38
One-Bedroom
39
Selections
16
Space
Sketches
ELECTRICAL
and
Apt.
LIFE
Safety
Plan
Life
48
Electrical
Plan
Floor
Plan
Schedules
&
47
49
Plan
SAFETY
for
Apt.
RENDERINGS
50
Sleeping
51
Front
Area
Entrance/Group
Study
introduction
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P R O J E C T
Over
the
years,
B A C K G R O U N D
and
more
recently
with
the
emergence
of
a
global
pandemic,
the
prevalence
of
student
homelessness on college campuses across the country has increased significantly. Data shows that it is more
common for students to encounter some form of housing insecurity than have all their needs met during their
time at college. This leads students to default on payments, couch surf, and sleep in inhumane spaces such as
cars or streets. Given that 13% of our student population deals with housing insecurity here at UW-Madison, The
Dean of Students is looking to repurpose a historic university building into a place of refuge. The goal of this project
is to create a safe environment that promotes the well-belling, cleanliness, and health of our struggling student
population.
Our
campus
already
provides
success
coaching,
mentorship,
basic
needs
support,
and
workshop
services to its struggling student population but more must be done. With no steady emergency housing options
available there are limited places to send students in desperate need of a place to stay.
It is imperative we make
these students feel understood and provide the necessary resources and support.
2
P R O J E C T
B A C K G R O U N D
M I S S I O N
To
renovate
environment
S T A T E M E N T
the
for
Red
Gym
students
located
facing
on
the
housing
University
insecurity
or
of
Wisconsin
campus
homelessness
that
will
into
a
allow
safe,
them
clean,
to
and
focus
healthy
on
their
living
overall
well-being and allow them to flourish as a student here on campus.
G O A L
S T A T M E N T S
The Red Gym Housing Project will provide all students with access to resources and facilities to be successful in
their studies. It will allow students to redirect their focus to their education instead of focusing on fulfilling their basic
needs. (Issue: Fulfilling Maslow’s hierarchy of needs.)
The Red Gym Housing Project will cultivate a community for its users, fostering a feeling of belonging. (Issue: Sense
of community.)
The Red Gym Housing Project will invoke a sense of comfort and rejuvenation for students so that they can regain
financial and housing security. (Issue: Financial and housing insecurity.)
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B U I L D I N G
H I S T O R Y
The “Red Gym” on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus is more formally known as The University of Wisconsin Armory
and Gymnasium. This Romanesque Revival red brick building took architects Alan Conover and Lew Porter roughly two years to
complete and was officially opened in 1894. The initial need for this magnificent building was to provide better athletic facilities,
assembly
and
auditorium
spaces,
and
a
place
to
hold
military
training
for
male
students.
Given
its
superior
location
between
Langdon Street and Lake Mendota, the Red Gym was also the center of university and city sporting, social, political, and cultural
events for many years. As time passed, campus leaders made plans to have the Red Gym demolished as it was becoming an
inadequate and outdated space. However, in time, its beauty and historical significance was honored when it was included in the
Bascom Hill Historic District and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The resilience of the Red Gym was tested in 1970
when
it
was
made
and
firebombed
the
Red
Gym
by
arsonists
was
fixed.
looking
Today,
to
the
target
Red
ROTC.
Gym
has
While
shifted
flames
roles
took
to
roughly
more
of
a
seven
hours
landmark
as
to
tame,
opposed
repairs
to
a
were
prevalent
campus space and houses some of the student services UW offers.
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S I T E
A N A L Y S I S
S I T E
T h e
R e d
C O N T E X T
G y m
i s
l o c a t e d
o n
t h e
n o r t h
e a s t
s i d e
o f
t h e
U W - M a d i s o n
c a m p u s ,
n e a r
L a k e
M e n d o t a .
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S I T E
A N A L Y S I S
B U I L D I N G
D E T A I L S
8,500 Gross Square Footage
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S I T E
A N A L Y S I S
B U I L D I N G
D E T A I L S -
F L O O R
P L A N
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S I T E
A N A L Y S I S
B U I L D I N G
D E T A I L S -
I N T E R I O R
I M A G E S
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Design Considerations:
P R E C E D E N T
S T U D Y
# 1
An inviting lobby accessible to community members
Rooms 3 unique room arrangements cater to people in different stages of life
Moveable furniture that allows residents to make rooms suit their preferences Multiple room layouts
Community Atmosphere incorporates other businesses to draw in community members and help residents feel like a part of the community
Community Space center of the living quarters that serves as a place to gather and form friendships Natural Light each living space has access to windows that allow for natural light and fresh air
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Design Considerations:
P R E C E D E N T
S T U D Y
# 2
Help residents build labor skills
Accommodate to all ranges of housing insecu - no food to no shelter
Teach the surrounding community about homelessness and how they can help
Jobs on Site residents can work at the on-site café and get job help and advice from staff
Inviting Atmosphere interior is welcoming to outsiders and has a fun and lively style
Accessible to Public expands the network of people residents can interact with
Confined Sleeping ensures there are enough beds for anyone who needs one
Sectioned Floor Plan creates boundaries between public and private zones 10
S P A C E
Tare: 20%
S U M M A R Y
GSF: 8,500 sqft
NASF: 6,800 sqft
1,700 sqft
1,400 sq ft
550 sq ft
500 sq ft
400 sq ft
700 sq ft
200 sq ft
330 sq ft
600 sq ft
Sleeping Area
One-Bedroom Apartment
Group Study Space
Private Study Space
Main Lobby & Reception
Manager's Office
Individual Meeting Rooms
Kitchen & Dining
10 person table,
4-6 person table,
Arm chairs, couches,
Desk, desk chair, 2
Desks, office chairs,
Refrigerator, stove,
chairs, whiteboard,
chairs, whiteboard,
access to public
client chairs, filing
power outlets, small
dishwasher,
power outlets,
power outlets
bathrooms and
cabinets, power
table, chair
microwave, sink,
reception, reception
outlet, computer,
cabinetry,
desk, end tables,
printer
countertops, dining
1 bed, lockable storage, 15 beds, lockable reading light, power storage, reading light, outlets, dresser, lamps, power outlet couch, armchairs, printers, computers dining chairs, tables, kitchen suite, desk, printers, computers,
tables, dining chairs
desk chair, shower/tub, filing cabinets toilet, sink, cabinetry, mirrors, shelving, windows
700 sq ft
150 sq ft
450 sq ft
100 sq ft
150 sq ft
470 sq ft
100 sq ft
Multipurpose Space
Food Pantry & Storage
Laundry Room
Custodian's Storage
Gender Neutral Single-Stall Showers
Gender Neutral Single-Stall Toilets
ADA Compliant Combined Single-Occupant Bathroom/Shower
Pool table, ping pong
Wire shelving racks,
5 washer/dryers,
closet space inside
folding area/counter
table, couches, bookshelves, TVs, computers, desks, office chairs, printers
space, seating
Cleaning supplies
5 showers, grab bars
storage, utility sink,
for shower, folding
shelving
shower seat, shelves/hooks
6 toilets, 2 sets of ADA compliant grab bars for
Toilet, grab bars for toilet, grab bars for shower, Shower, folding shower seat, sink
above toilets, sinks, mirrors, hand dryers
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P E R F O R M A N C E
R E Q U I R M E N T S
SLEEPING
AREA
The sleeping area will provide students with a designated area to reside and store any personal
belongings.
In
total,
it
will
hold
at
least
15
beds
and
each
student
will
be
supplied
with
PATTERN: 143 BED CLUSTER
lockable
storage to offer students peace of mind that their valuables are safely secured. This reassurance
and
guarantee
of
privacy
and
security
will
help
reduce
the
stress
of
students
staying
in
the
facility, and ultimately increase their comfort (Frasca-Beaulieu, 1999).
VISUAL
ADJACENCY
REQUIREMENTS
Sleeping Area One Bedroom Apartment
Multipurpose Space
Individual spaces clustered around a shared space
ACTIVITIES
&
FUNCTIONS
Communal sleeping arranges
Sleep, relax, change, read
beds into alcoves to provide
Provide a safe and comfortable area for
a certain level of privacy
students to recharge
Allows for easy contact with
Ensure students have a secure spot to
others
store their belongings
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P E R F O R M A N C E
R E Q U I R M E N T S
ONE
BEDROOM
APARTMENT
The one-bedroom apartment will provide a housing option to those in need of a more longterm solution or are traveling with children and need a larger space to accommodate them.
PATTERN: 141 A ROOM OF ONE'S OWN
It will have a furnished private kitchen, dining area, living space, bedroom, and bathroom to provide residents comfort and privacy. The separation from other sleeping areas and inclusion of private amenities will help to reduce stress related to the students’ housing situation which improves psychological health and encourages identity exploration (Porteous, n.d.). V I S U A L
A D J A C E N C Y
R E Q U I R E M E N T S
One Bedroom Apartment
Having a private room or
Multipurpose Space
Sleeping Area
space helps develop strong a sense of self and individuality Allows for a greater sense of control
A C T I V I T I E S
&
F U N C T I O N S
Most commonly fulfilled
Sleep, relax, change, read, cook, study, socialize
through private bedrooms
Provide a safe and comfortable area for
Typically placed at the ends
students to recharge
of the intimacy gradient
Offer a greater sense of independence and
privacy
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P E R F O R M A N C E
R E Q U I R M E N T S
GROUP
STUDY
The group study space is meant to serve as a great space for students to complete
PATTERN: 148 SMALL WORK GROUPS
homework and study with their fellow residents, friends, or classmates. This area will function as a safe community space where current residents can invite other individuals over to work on group projects or study. This space will allow students to build relationships with their fellow peers outside of the classroom, creating a sense of belonging on campus. The group study lounge will feature multiple different seating options that help to facilitate group work and collaboration with one another (Gifford, 2014). When there are more than V I S U A L
A D J A C E N C Y
R E Q U I R E M E N T S
Group Study Space Private Study Space
Individual Meeting Rooms
six people working in the same place, it is important to divide up the workspace into smaller groups Each person should be within a partial view of the other members within their groups
A C T I V I T I E S
&
F U N C T I O N S
Groups should share a
Study space that facilitates group work
common entrance and
and collaboration
bathrooms
Computer and printer usage
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P E R F O R M A N C E
R E Q U I R M E N T S
LOBBY/RECEPTION
The main lobby/community lounge/reception area will serve as a welcoming point and as a first
PATTERN: 149 RECEPTION WELCOMES YOU
impression for people entering the space as a whole. This reception area will project cleanliness and safety as well as direct and guide people into this location in a manner that will make them feel comfortable and in the right place. This space will facilitate communication so that people can be provided with the information they need (Fidzani, L., 2002).
VISUAL ADJACENCY REQUIREMENTS Lobby Manager's Office
Indiv. Meeting rooms
ACTIVITIES & FUNCTIONS Welcome occupants Checking in Receptionist taking calls and working Waiting area
To put forth a welcoming atmosphere, the receptionist must come forward, initiating action Angle reception desk so the receptionist can come out Place welcoming things like chairs and refreshments near the entrance
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schematic design
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Concept Statement
A portion of the second floor of the Red Gym will be converted into a welcoming and supporting location for students experiencing housing insecurities. The space will be known as The Castle, which reflects the mission of this project: to fortify and protect the housing insecure student population. This will be a space for community building as well as healing. Community is built through communal spaces such as the kitchen where there is ample space for multiple cooking activities to take place together, and the multiple purpose space where socio-petal seating arrangements are used to invite interaction. The sleeping area is broken up into three rooms to ensure that residents do not feel overwhelmed by too many others, and to allow for stronger connections to be made within the sleep groupings. Biophilic design is also incorporated to connect the space with the surrounding land and to create a peaceful environment for health and wellbeing using a nature inspired color palette, soft forms, and placing greenery and plants within the space. Hallways will be kept wide and open as well as easy to navigate. The open concept group study blended with the lobby will help make students feel comfortable entering so that they can be provided the resources to be successful in their education and lives. The Castle will serve as a safe and inclusive space where students can feel at home when they most need it.
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c o n c e p t
b o a r d
1 8
the castle
breathe 19
zen
inspire 20
fortify
Adjacency
# of adj.
Acoustics
Matrix
Space
2
Sleeping Area
0
One Bedroom Apt.
4
Group Study Space
1
Private Study Space
3
Main Lobby & Reception
2
Manager's Office
1
Individual Meeting Rooms
3
Kitchen & Dining
3
Multipurpose Space
2
Food Pantry & Storage
1
Laundry Room
1
Custodian's Storage
2
Gender Neutral Single Stall Showers
3
Gender Neutral Single Stall Toilets
1
ADA Single Bathroom/Shower Room
- Adjacent
- Noise allowed
- Nearby
- Tolerant
- Avoid
- Quiet zone
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Bubble
Diagrams
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Space
Plan
Concept
1
Middle barrier to flow
through separating private
from public
Linear, vertical layout
Entrances: Lobby (public),
and corridor near sleeping
areas (residents & their
guests only)
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Space
Plan
Concept
2
Circular circulation pattern
Wide hallways circulating
entire plan
Entrances: Lobby (public),
and single apartment
(private, only apartment
resident)
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Space
Plan
Concept
3
Gradual flow from public,
semi, and private
Linear, open hallways
connecting in a T-shape
Entrances: Lobby (public),
and single apartment
(private, only apartment
resident)
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Three
Space
Concept 1
Plans
Concept 2
Concept 3
26
design development
27
Final
Space
Plan
with
Furniture
28
Sleeping
Area
Concept
Sketch
29
Private
Study
Concept
Sketch
30
Multipurpose
Room
Concept
Sketch
31
Multipurpose
Room
Concept
Drawing
32
Sleeping
Area
Concept
Drawing
33
Group
Study
Concept
Drawing
34
Group
Study
Elevation
35
Kitchen
Elevation
36
Sleeping
Area
Elevation
37
One-Bedroom
Apartment
Floor
Plan
with
Furniture
One-Bedroom Apartment
38
One-bedroom Apartment
Selections And Schedules
39
living room
40
bathroom
41
bedroom
42
kitchen & dining
43
living room schedule
bathroom schedule
44
kitchen & dining schedule
bedroom schedule
45
Electrical and Life Safety
46
Life
Safety
Plan KEY
47
One-Bedroom
Apartment
Electrical
Plan KEY
48
Renderings
49
Rendered
View
-
Sleeping
Area
50
Rendered
View
from
the
Main
Entrance
-
Lobby
&
Group
Study
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