Senior Capstone_Process by Amber Wasinski

CONNECT

Community Paddling + Resource Center

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Community Paddling + Education Center

CAPSTONE PROCESS + FINAL 2013

PROCESS BOOK // SENIOR CAPSTONE 2013 AMBER WASINSKI // UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI SCHOOL OF DESIGN, ARCHITECTURE, ART, & PLANNING

Table of Contents 4 INITIAL RESEARCH

10 PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT PRESENTATIONS 28 DESIGN PRESENTATIONS 48 DETAIL DEVELOPMENT 62 FINAL DRAWINGS 66 APPENDIX

Defining Parameters The ďŹ rst step of the studio was to deďŹ ne the paramenters of the project by deciding on a topic and beginning program development. I focused on my interests, recent cultural trends, and gap in the market to begin research and come up with the basis for the idea of Connect. 1.I have always had a passion for the outdoors and enjoy any type of action or sport which lets me interact with the environment 2. I noted that health and sustainabilty trends have only gained momentum in recent years, and there seems to be a large spike in interest to participate in activities which foster community and offer a more impactful experience

Initial Research

3. I initially planned to target the San Francisco Bay Area, but, after a bit of initial research and exploration I found that there is a tight knit community of paddlers here in Cincinnati who intend to continue expanding, but have no physical location for support

PaddleFest 2012

Site Selection After further research, exploring waterways around Cincinnati, speaking with CincyPaddler members, and interviewing one very avid paddler, I was able to determine the appropriate location for Connect. There were multiple options I explored before settiling on 1102 Brighton Street, in Newport KY, although Mongomery Inn Boathouse was the main alternate option. The two sites are quite different and both have their positives and negatives, but when paired next to each other, Brighton Street was the obvious choice.

Various Other Riverside Sites Mike Finks and the Hooters/Beer Sellar buildings were both options along the Kentucky side of the river. Although they offered interesting opportunities for different reasons, both also had irreconcilable concerns.Mike Finks offers a great visual connection of downtown Cincinnati, and it would be interesting to explore the dichotomy between steamboat powered transportation and manual transportation when designing a paddling center. However, I had concerns that the space would be too small and had too much of its own original character to allow for much creative expression. Hooters/Beer Sellar would have been interesting to work with because the interior spaces are pretty dynamic, and working within two separate buildings and exploring how to create a relationship beween the two would have resulted in a unique solution. However, there was concern that the structures were too far from the mouth of the Licking to allow for safe transport. 7

Mongomery Inn Boathouse, Downown Cincinnati Pros: -great location close to Yeatmans Cove, Sawyers Point, and Smale Park -central downtown location in close proximity everything and exposure to most dense populations, direct riverside location -full glass facade allowing stunning views of the Ohio River -built as an olympic training center for rowing, previously used by Cincinnati’s junior rowing team Cons: -no direct access to the river anymore, quite a steep dropoff -round form and interior structure very definite -basement where all rowing equipment used to be currently floods when river rises, result of poor initial design -the sail line along the Ohio River is so close to shore on the Cincinnati side, it creates a dangerous environment for beginner paddlers -possibly difficult to get to because in such a popular location

1102 Brighton Street, Newport, KY Pros: -authentic, worn, industrial space with lots of history and character -no structure on end walls or interior columns, open warehouse allows for great ďŹ&#x201A;exibility in design -cavernous space with added basement on back allowing for triple/double height spaces or multiple ďŹ&#x201A;oors -Clerestory already present in roof, unique sloping lansdcape and 11th street bridge offer branding opportunities -location is under revitalization, not super busy yet, plenty of parking and area to store/transport boats Cons: -building is closest structure to river, but still 500 feet from waters edge -not much natural light in space as it currently stands -location a bit out of the way for Cincinnatians

Image Research

Esquisse Directives

Program Development Presentations

Presentation Intent/Requirements A focused work session with the objective to set down a design direction from which to begin developing a solution that establishes a design strategy or a set of concepts that allowed us to establish a scheme or parti.

Project Abstract The paddling center serves as a literal and figurative connection of people, places, organizations, and ideas. It serves to connect a community of paddlers in the regional area, as well as connect the greater Cincinnati area to the rest of the country. Just as important as it is to link people together, it is similarly important to encourage and give people a way to reconnect with nature. This idea of connection has continued to influence the program, while in turn inspiring the overall architecture and aesthetics of the space. It will continue to be an overarching idea that will inspire even the details of individual spaces. Materials will be influenced by this as well, as the center will incorporate lots of glass and perforated metals to provide views and connection between spaces, and natural materials like wood to strengthen visitors’ connection with nature. These connections between spaces will reinforce the relationships people build with each other and their surroundings.

Zoning + Materiality

Plan + Section

North Section

Model + Perspectives

Entry

Bag Storage

Equipment Pick Up

Main Egress

Program Quarter Midterm Directives Presentation Intent/Requirements Present Intial Parti, Research, Design Strategy. Incorporate site research and conditions and formulate initial relationships between these factors. What is Connect? -Community paddling center deeply rooted in sustainability -Paddling and rowing winter training and teaching facility -Paddling rental and outdoor sports information center -One stop center als offering: canoe, kyak, and SUP lessons // storage and transportation of boats and gear // rooms available for rental by clubs and associations for meetings and events // planning + hosting of events involving sustainability, paddling, and other outdoor sports // planning and gathering place for different offsite adventures Why Cincinnati? -Paddlefest // Cincy Paddlers -largest selection of river access points (25+), retailers (5), and liveries (10) -unique network of 5 rivers -named “Paddling Capitol of the Unites States” -central location between KY, IN, and OH -recent and future supporting developments and organizations: Morgans Outdoor Adventures, Green Umbrella, Discover Covington, Licking River Greenway and Trails Project Goals -To inspire and alternate form of health and ﬁtness -To reconnect people with nature -To encourage a clean environment and healthy rivers -To expand and strengthen a growing community of paddlers in Cincinnati -To create a network of paddlers and organizations in our region and throughout the country 16

Parti + Site Definition A river canyon was the inspiration for my initial parti. I was intrigued by the overwhelming feeling of being small when traversing through a canyon, and wanted to translate this idea into my space. I aimed to acheive this by using water as the central feature in my space and stacking around it, which would also allow a connection between all of the community and public spaces. In addition, natural light was a big driver in this proposition, and ďŹ ts the parti as there is a clerestory in the original shell structure which would allow light to ďŹ lter into the core of the space.

Cincinnati (2 mi) nt

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1102 Brighton St. Newport, KY 41071

Covington (.1 mi)

Newport 11th Street Parking

Licking River

Path and vessel transport to river (500 ft) Lo

New Public Landing

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River Metals Recycling

Fredericks Landing (2.5)

First Floor Plan

Stretching Elevated Cafe Seating

Indoor Rowing Machines Paddling Pool (1700 sq ft)

Indoor Paddling Boat

Public Seating Indoor Sculling Boat

Coffee Shop

Indoor Paddling Boat

Rental Equipment

Men’s RR Storage

Ramp Up

Women’s RR Staff Area

Entrance

Ground + Second Floor Plans

Meeting Room

Breakout Space

Meeting Room

Second Floor Plan Van and Trailor Parking

Rowing and Paddling Boats (-3’)

Paddling Pool (-5’)

Member Lockers/ Storage and Waiting Area

Coffee Shop (-5’)

Extra Boat and Equipment Storage

Ramp Up

Ground Floor Plan

Sectional Development

West Section

North Section

East Section

3D Development

Entry Perspective

South Section

Program Quarter Final Directives Presentation Intent/Requirements Present knowledge of completed program, including what the space is used for, space requirements, integrated research and parti development. Exhibit first wholistic design approach considering how spaces relate and feeling of the overall environment. What is Connect? It is a community paddling and information center deeply rooted in sustainability, which will offer kayak, canoe, and stand up paddling lessons. It will provide rental of equipment, as well as storage for those who have their own. There will be a new Licking River access point accessible from the center, as well as a shuttle service providing drop off and pick up at various river access points in the greater Cincinnati area. The center will offer up to date information on paddling as well as other outdoor sports in our region and throughout the country. In addition the center will play an integral role in organizing events that will be held at Connect, as well as those to various locations accross the country. Meeting/event space will service these events, as well as be available for rental by rowing and paddling organizations. Why Cincinnati? Cincinnati is home to the largest organized group of paddlers in the country, Cincy Paddlers. Its 1,200 members are an integral part in putting on the annual Paddlefest, which is similarly the largest event of its kind in the United States. To service such a large population of paddlers, Cincinnati is home to five paddlesports retailers, and 10 canoe and kayak liveries-these numbers are much higher than most cities as well. In addition, Cincinnati has a unique network of five rivers within very close proximity to downtown, and over 25 river access points within the greater Cincinnati area. All of these facts have led to Cincinnati being named the “Paddling Capitol of the United States.” Along with paddling, comes a passion for the environment. Consequently, Greater 22

Cincinnati has a strong base of organizations and recent and future deveopment that would support a center such as this, and provide a powerful partnership in the advancement of clean rivers and a more sustainable community. Project Goals The goals of Connnect will be in line with the activities and greatly inspire the character of the space. Through Connect I hope to bring a greater awareness of the sport of paddling, and how it can prove to be not only recreational, but an alternate way of health and ďŹ tness. However, health and ďŹ tness is just one of the advantages of paddling. Reconnecting people with nature and exposing the beauty of our surroundings is a major reason people are attracted to the sport, and similarly an overall goal of the center. By reconnecting people with nature, the center will also encourage cleaner rivers and a more sustainable environment. By bringing people together with these common interests, and giving them space to meet and gather, the center will in turn strengthen the already growing community of paddlers in the Cincinnati area. In uniting people and organizations in our region, the ďŹ nal goal then would be to become part of organizations with similar goals throughout the country and even internationally.

Graphic Development

Site Section + First Floor Plan

Stretching Elevated Cafe Seating

Indoor Rowing Machines Paddling Pool (1700 sq ft)

Indoor Paddling Boat

Coffee Shop

Indoor Sculling Boat

Public Seating

Indoor Paddling Boat To Exit Women’s RR

Men’s RR

Storage Staff Area

Rental Equipment

Entrance

Ramp Up

240’

Ground + Second Floor Plan

Multi Purpose Space

Van and Trailor Parking Paddling Pool (-5’)

Rowing and Paddling Boats (-3’)

Coffee Shop (-5’)

Exit Member Lockers/ Storage/Waiting Rental Equipment

Extra Boat and Equipment Storage

Meeting/Event Space

Breakout Space

Meeting Room

Ramp Up

Ground Floor Plan

Second Floor Plan

373’ 45’

55’ 40’

100’

00’

Sectional Development

West Section

North Section

East Section

South Section

Section Detail: Cafe

To Outside

To Fitness Pool

Overall Spatial Quality

Schematic Review Directives

Design Presentations

Presentation Intent/Requirements Build off previously established parti, program and project goals. Demonstrate advancement of concept and further levels of complexity in design. Present at GBBN to get outside opinion and practice presentation skills (both visually and orally).

What Connect Is.... -a center to inspire ﬁtness through paddling and foster the growth of beginners to advanced paddlers a -a hub to provide a link between sustainability activists, the sport of paddling, and smilar organizations and individuals in the region -a place to encourage people to reconnect with the outdoors and provide opportunities for indoor training when necessary -a storage facility offering transportation to many locations in greater Cincinnati for those who have their own equipment, and a rental for those who don’t -a host for meetings and in house events involving outdoor sports, and meeting place for excursions What Connect Isn’t... -a complete indoor gym and ﬁtness center requiring monthly membership fees -one location of a national chain -an indoor olympic training rowing/paddling facility -a standard canoe/kayak rental -an organizer for offsite events and equipment transportation outside of greater Cincinnati

Further Graphic Development

Further Concept Development

First Floor Plan

Indoor Dragon Boat Stationary Boats

Paddling Pool (1700 sq ft)

Exit

Elevated Bar Seating

Bar + Snacks

Open to Below

Women’s RR Staff Area Men’s RR Rental Space: Gear Storage

Ramp Up

Entrance

Public Seating + Transition Space

Ground + Second Floor Plan

Boat Storage Track

Flexible Meeting + Event Space

Second Floor Plan

Rental Boat Track Bar + Snacks

Exit

Boat Selection

Transitional + Group Seating Equipment Selection Rental Space: Boat Storage

To Bar

Womens Shower/RR Sauna

Sauna Mens Shower/RR

Gear Storage

Ground Floor Plan

Sections

South Section

North Section

Perspectives

Transition Space (Bar/Deli)

Overall Interior Space

Design Development Review Directives Presentation Intent/Requirements Also to be presented at GBBN, the intention is to get an outside opinion but also have professionalsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; opinion who have seen it once before so that time can be spent on further designing instead of rediscussing the program. The goal is to effectively communicate the aesthetic strategy throughout the space and how individual spaces will look and feel. Presentation Strategy Personally I wanted to incorporate additional zoning and movement diagrams to better communicate the spatial transition through my Connect. In addition I focused in on the pre paddling experience by working through design details and aesthetic premises in the most impactful points along the way. I worked on streamlining my presentation and creating a cohesive set of diagrams, renderings, and other visual communication tools that wok together to enhance the overall aesthetic and conceptual quality of Connect. I also worked on formulating language and other visual and verbal paradigms to complement my design.

Zoning Diagrams User Path Other Spacs

boat storage track

flexible meeting + event space

meeting/event space

open paddle training pool

transition space/ shared seating

bar gathering/ lecture steps changing/ restrooms rental storage

entrance

gathering/ lecture steps

boat circulation

bar equipment selection

boat storage employee area

equipment drop off

shower/restrooms storage hallway

Ground + First Floor Plan stationary boats indoor dragon boat

elevated bar seating

paddling pool

bar + snacks

exit open to below

public seating + transition space

gathering steps reception

womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s RR

mens RR

rental storage space

main entrance ramp up

First Floor Plan

rental boat track

bar + snacks

exit

equipment selection

gathering steps

to bar womens shower/RR saunas

storage

Ground Floor Plan

mens shower/RR

Defining Movement Patterns All Usersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Path Beginner User Path Experienced User Path

exit

Perspectives

Entrance

Storage

Equipment Selection

Boat Selection

Technical Review Presentation Intent/Requirements Translate current plans and design strategy into construction drawing phase. Begin to understand technical constraints and the level of detail necessary to submit construction documents to a contractor. Express design details in the form of material connections, and reach another level of detail by exploring how details can add to the overall design strategy. Presentation Strategy I focused on how to communicate my design. Throughout this process I have struggled with explaining the overall spatial quality and path through the many levels, so I wanted to explore how I could further communicate my design using the construction drawings, and what techniques would make the intent clear to the contractor. In addition, focusing in on design details in the most impactful spaces was important in creating a wholistic design approach. Thinking about how individual materials and pieces will be constructed, and how the space overall will come together was very helpful in resolving some issues I had been struggling to iron out. Take Away Preparing for the technical review was a great learning experience, as was the review itself. Aside from the actual drawings, we had to develop our standards for the documents such as the title block, line weights, and architectural legend. I learned from the review that I need to be more deliberate in the notes that I make, as well as be more clear about what is existing, new, and being demolished. In addition my lineweights need to be adjusted to more clearly represent the conditions, and I need to be more tactful in my choice of information represented on each drawing.

Equipment Selection Details

Demo Exterior Elevations

New Exterior Elevations

Demo Plans

Ground Floor Plan + RCP

First Floor Plan + RCP

Second Floor Plan + RCP

Boat Storage

Detail Development

It was one of my initial intentions to bring awareness to the equipment and build excitement around the sport by showcasing it to visitors as they walk through the space. In the ďŹ rst iteration I placed them along the main egress corridor and used a glass wall so that people could experience the repetition of a large number of boats and begin to connect with the sport.

Next I began to think about more interesting and practical ways to display the boats so that they become more integrated with the people and space and are not taking up a great amount of the square footage. The answer was to store them in the rafters. The rafters are thin, but numerous, so they provide support to hang the boats from, since the area between them is not usuable ďŹ&#x201A;oor space. In addition I began to explore ways of connecting boats to a pulley system that would allow them to be brought up and down.

In further developments I wanted to use the boats to strengthen the connection with outdoors by exploring how they would interact with the environment and be transported to the river.

Next I began to think of the motion of the boats as being integral to the space. How could they begin to activate the space and therefore inspire people and get them excited to start paddling? Furthermore I began to think about motion as a cycle.

Thinking about the wholistic cycle of the boats, from storage to the river, and back. Similarly how does it relate to the cycle of the people moving in and out of the space. I began to think about points of interaction between these two cycles and how this becomes an impactful experience by creating points of interaction on all 3 ďŹ&#x201A;oors. 52

Resolution: By storing and transporting the boats in an interesting and practical manner, they become the most important and interactive part of the space which results in a great connection between the user, the space, the sport, and the environment. Boats are stored on a rotating track system among the rafters allowing guests to choose their boat, watch it be retrieved, and then accompany it to the river. The experience is one that draws people into the space, then creating a personal and resonating moment.

Transition: Urban Fabric to Outdoors The journey from the urban fabric to the outdoors is comprised of three main parts, all of which focus on and reinforce the idea of connection. The central atrium makes up most of my design, while the transition space and permeated back wall are the elements which most accurately portray the transition and signify the beginning and end to the physical footprint of Connect. These two areas were carefully studied to ensure connection between people, the sport, and the outdoors, and seamlessly integrated with other elements of the design.

Central Atrium Permeated Envelope

Bar/Transition Area

Sectional Bar Comparison and Development

To Outside

Signage and multilevel canoes block much of view into Connect and through to outdoors

To Paddle Pool

Bar placement against wall of pool

just enough canoes hanging to service paddle pool, fewer and more organized boats allows for greater visability To Outside To Paddle Pool

signage now on railing, visible from entrance to the building

Bar placement now on opposite wall, seating agaist paddling wall. allows guest different and more intimate interaction with boats and water

Bar/Deli Transition Strategy Our original strategy was to design a wall ďŹ xture system that provided security as well as be a somewhat transparent partition. It would physically separate the space but allow a visual connection. To draw people between spaces, the wall would have integrated seating and incorporate common elements from the structure and each of our spaces. The wall was replaced with a transitional seating area to allow completely free visual and physical pathways between the spaces. The entrance of the bulding was relocated to support this decision, and communal seating will be on ďŹ xed tracks that allow the table to be rearranged in diferent fashions depending on the user.

Resolution: The final transition space is one that integrates with both of our designs, as well as enhances the linear quality of the building, and the connection to the outdoors. It draws people into a central seating area and allows unobstructed views into each of our spaces. Branding and wayfinding are incorporated into the space, providing a seamless transition from the building entrance into either of our spaces. The program of the bar and deli enhance each of our designs and the overall quality of the transition space. The communal tables are on fixed tracks to allow for flexibility depending on the user. This provides a casual atmosphere and encourages interaction.

Main Considerations/Development Back Wall I began by demolishing almost the entire back wall to ensure unhindered views to the outdoors. I wanted to extend views out past the structure to increase interaction with the outdoors and signify the next step in the users journey.

In my next iteration I wanted to carefully control views to the outdoors, speciďŹ cally with one strong vertical movement. This was located where the boats would exit the building, so that the user could visually follow the line of boats straight to the outdoors.

When exploring further, I wanted to create views out from all main points of interest and create large portals so that people are forced to interact with the outdoors throughout their journey. Since there is a primarily linear movement throughout the space, I wanted to reinforce that as well by continuing the sightlines out past the physical structure.

Back Wall Resolution In determining the mullion system and the exact location of the windows, I considered the new design, the existing window structure, and the existing garage doors on the front of the buildng. I wanted to reﬂect the existing structure of the building by deriving the design from its current portals. First I overlayed these three elements, then determined a grid system based on these lines. Next I devised a window pane and mullion system that best suited the interiors. Finally, I considered the exterior as a composition and used a 2/3 ratio to guide my mullions system, and a “L” shape to inform the shape of the portals.

Wayfinding, Graphics, Signage

Resolution: The wayfinding and graphics become a cohesive system to guide people through the space. They provide literal guidelines that begin on the floor and lead people into Connect, and later wrap up off the floor to become part of the physical structure. The numbering system on the floor matches the signage, while the diagonals are inspired by modern transportation maps and are incorporated to mimic the physical structures in the space.

Initial Planning Considerations Visible Presence and River Access Connect should have a visible presence within the Green Line Market while allowing for ease of access to the road and river. Locating it at one of the ends, preferably the western, would accomdate this, as well as allow for sight lines to the river. Also, company vehicles could have covered parking due to the extra ďŹ&#x201A;oor created by the site grade. Equipment Storage should be located near the back or side, to allow for ease of transport to and from vehicles. It is important to provide a visible connection to the storage however, as exposing the equipment and operations will allow people to experience both the beautiful and mechanical side of outdoor sports.

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Bar/Lounge Placement is a good way to bring in patrons that are not already members of the paddling community, and also a way to create conveniece and comfort to those who are. It should be visible fromt the market to draw in those customers who are not familiar with the center, and then have a relationship that displays the beauty and excitement of paddling to encourage them to get involved. However, it should also be accessible by the meeting rooms and event space so that it can be an interactive part of these social gatherings.

Relationship of Changing Stations, Lockers, and Restrooms ease of access and a smooth transition from restrooms, changing stations, and lockers. These should be enclosed in some way from the main training area. Additional space should also be allowed for gathering/resting/organizing belongings. Restrooms should also be easy to access from the meeting rooms and bar/ lounge. Perhaps separate restroom facilities are needed for the public areas. Rental and Info Desk Characteristics this space does not require a lot of square footage. It should be open, airy, and welcoming. It needs to be easily visible from the market and branded appropriately to draw in those that are not planning on coming, and be recognizable enough for those who are.

Additional Shell Photos The shell allows for very easy access in and out of the building. Many large portals to allow for movement and storage of equipment and vehicles. In addition there is an abundance of parking vans and shipping containers along exterior of building, and in lot nearby.

Each bay is approx. 18â&#x20AC;&#x2122;, and columns are only on the outside. he building is not necessarily lacking in natural light, but does have a clerestory. Another great feature is the industrial character of the space. The high, truss spanned ceilings and weathered brick that comprise the shell add drama, texture, and character. A ramp in the back and garage doors on front and back allow for easy transportation of goods, people, and boats.

Source Review: Design Considerations Athletic and Recreational Facilities: New Concepts in Architecture and Design “We must consider the following three possibilities when we try to secure opportunities for everybody to enjoy sports and recreational activities. For one, a new system must be established so that people can participate in and enjoy such activities regardless of their income. Secondly, facilities tailored to meet the needs of every generation should be constructed. Lastly, it is necessary to offer opportunities for the handicapped and the elderly to participate in sports activities. “the larger the scale of the gymnasium, the more it is alienated from the daily activities of the community and becomes a special placecatering exclusively to professionals and particular sports organizations. Many of the athletic facilities built in sponsoring prefectures for the National Athletic Meets are said to become a burden to the community afterwards, being to big and sophisticated for the ordinary person. Future community gymnasia should function as the core of everyday-level community activities in, and as a place whrer people can participate in the activities as individuals. This means that a gymnasia must have multiple functions to serve the community, rather than function as a special place dedicated to one sport.” “it is my subjective view that sports and recreational facilities should not be overdesigned, so that frequent users do not become bored and tired of them.” “it is difﬁcult to point out how such facilities should be in terms of architecture itself, but we may take examples and make an attempt at such discussions” Athletic and Recreational Facilities: New Concepts in Architecture and Design. Meisie Publications. Tokyo.1994

Nagashimi ďŹ rst discusses the importance of the idea of community in the program and then ďŹ nishes by stating that there is no standard or small set of design principles to follow with this type of design. Instead he guides you through successful projects explaining the concepts and functionality which make the projects successful. I found the designes that were most successful and aplicable to my project were those that provided a functional layout and spacial considerations that were most similar to mine. It is clear that the spatial adjacencies that allow for access between spaces is very important, especially when water is a main component in my design as well as in the activities my usuers will be participating in. In addition, the way that the space above water and the roofscape are handled are very important as well. This can become a very inďŹ&#x201A;uential peice of the overall design, especially when light is considered as well. I want to incorporate the ceiling as much as possible as a way to draw attention, but also bring light into the space. There are multiple ways to acheive this, either by preserving the existing structure and emphasizing a central spine and bringing light through a clearstory, or creating a more modern louvred system that will respond to daylight levels and incorporate the entire roofscape. I also want to explore how the water can fully connect with the outdoors. Bringing light into the space starts to adress this issue but I feel that a stronger interaction is necessary and can inform a more natural, spiritual experience. In considering spatial adjacencies in clubhouses and recreational facilities including water, the location and space allottd for locker rooms is crucial for accessibility. This area is also very important when considering the emotinal and physical journey one takes when engaging in a sport or intense physical activy. Considerations regarding this journey must be addressed, adn therefore it is imporant to not forget about the cool down, or steps taken after the workout is complete. I would like to incorporate some sort of cool down/relaxation space that will accomodate people after a long work out. This could take the form of a sauna or some other treatment room that would be an intermediate step before heading to the bar or lounge, or take the place of it depending on the individual. 71

Source Review: Equipment and Technical As with every design dicipline there are standards and special accomodations that must be made when designing for indoor sports and recreational facilities. Although the experiential impact felt by the user will be the most notable, the design itself cery much hinges on the technical standards of locker and storage space as well as restrooms and shower areas. Special consideration must be taken as these are some of the largest parts of my user experience, and can be fundamentally different than the typical restroom layout. In addition I must study the standards for pools and wet areas since these are a major part of my indoor space. It is important to consider the size, depth and structure that will be needed in my environment. It will take careful consideration to design for this environment as it is very specďŹ c and will be much different than even a normal swimming environment, whether it is for racing, diving, or leisure. I must take into account standards that have been set for every environment and come up with the best solution for my environment. There are a few standards for water sport and recreation design, and even fewer for paddle sports in general. A few do exist though, so I will present the relevant literature I have found.