Site Models

Contour Models (left)

A three-dimensional, immersive exploration of our site of intervention: Mussel Flats, a crevice located on the southern end of the Farallon Islands. These models, explored at two different scales, were both informed by and produced with a complex spatial understanding of our site.

Tidal Model (Right)

One of the most important characteristics of anemones is how they adapt to the changing tides. Created from birchwood, rubber bands, dowels, and sheer fabric, the tidal model reflects our pods’ dynamic relation with the water.

This project challenged me to reconstruct a plan drawing of a water park using only a low-resolution aerial photograph and context images. This required developing a complex understanding of place.

After thorough exploration of the site, I used AutoCAD to construct a proportionally accurate and highly-detailed site plan. I then created an illustrative Photoshop rendering that meticulously incorporates line weight, surface materiality, vegetation, and light & shadow to convey the design in a visually compelling way.