ADAM HARDMAN 2020 PORTFOLIO
Master of Architecture Liverpool School of Art & Design
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ADAM HARDMAN adam.hardman5@outlook.com 07454131184 Manchester ABOUT ME As a recent graduate from Liverpool John Moore’s University, having just completed my Master’s in Architecture, I am looking to continue my growth in the architectural profession within a dynamic and exciting practice. I am a passionate designer that thrives off the challenges presented in creating good architecture. Throughout my studies and career so far, I have enjoyed taking a creative and detail orientated approach to designing spaces that exceed the expectations of the client. I enjoy examining and understanding how a space is to be used and then designing a physical form that suits the requirement of the users. I am an extremely motivated and well organised individual that enjoys working in a busy environment where the pressure to produce excellent design is high. I feel this has enabled me to work on a wide range of projects spanning all RIBA stages during my Part 1 employment. Beside my interest in design and the development of the built environment, I am deeply passionate about sports and enjoy socialising. I regularly play golf and attend other live sporting events with friends and family.
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EDUCATION Liverpool John Moores University BA (Hons) Architecture (2:1 classification) 09/14 - 06/17 Liverpool John Moores University MArch Architecture 09/18 - 06/20 PRACTICE EXPERIENCE Wroot Design Ltd. Architectural Assistant 06/17 - 03/20 PROFICIENCIES
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AutoCAD Sketchup Revit
08/12/1994 Full UK Driving License + Car
Twinmotion Enscape Photoshop InDesign Illustrator Microsoft Office Model Making Sketching
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MArch Year 2 Thesis Project / Performance Promenade
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‘Performance Promenade’ saw the creation of The Chester Performing Arts Academy (CPAA). The designated site places the academy at a key node within a newly proposed student quadrant in Chester, calling for a building that is designed to enable interaction with the buildings programme whilst people move around the area. This called for a transparent approach to the performing arts, revealing areas that are usually hidden from public view. The success of the building will be determined by the creation of an architectural work that can be classified as ‘living’. To achieve this, an ‘artery’ has been placed through the academy that is an extension of the pedestrian route within the master-plan that takes advantage of the transparent design. The use of materials here mimic the historic walls within Chester, bringing history into the new building and forming a deeper connection with the city of Chester. The Performing Arts Academy is home to over 400 students undertaking studies relating to all aspects of the performing arts. The entire design is to enhance the experience of not only a performer, but the supporting technicians, staff, visitors and the people of Chester.
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Design Concepts FLEXIBILITY / the creation of performance spaces that can be utilised for a variety of uses, making it more suitable for an multi-discipline centre. TRANSPARENCY / to reveal aspects of the performing arts that are usually hidden. Based on the ‘transparent theatre’ concept by chris van uffelen. ‘Exposing parts of the building, that weren’t meant to be seen and only used by actors and technicians, redefines every aspect of the performance’. This elevates the role all students will feel they play within the creation and expression of the arts, not only the stage performers.
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PROMENADE / the movement through and past the building should create a positive, memorable experience for the user, formed utilising the following points of the architectural promenade; - Threshold or introduction - Sensitising vestibule - Questioning - Reorientation - Culmination
PROGRAMME SPILLING / ‘how activity interacts with traffic’
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PUBLIC INTERACTION DEVELOPMENT / ‘bringing the people past the performance’
Introduction of a ‘well’ to allow routes to cross without disruption Waterside route From student square Points of Interest along route Interaction with spaces Fabric manipulation
Placement of a key building on key axes
Performance Main - flexible space
Division of building to for route through
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The proposed well creates opportunity for an external performance space
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Dividing wall and change of riser creates a third performance space on the building approach
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5 key public spaces are have been implemented within the master-plan to both improve the area for students and to integrate into the surrounding community
The Waterside Student Square The Water Tower & City Wall The Conservation Area Performance Square
RESEARCH & LAB FACILITY
Built within the new conservation area, the University of Chester research and laboratory facility forms an extension to the university quadrant, accessed via the spine within the academy (Louca Anastasiou)
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A student resource including the library and admin facilities is centrally located for ease of access from all campus’
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Built around the Historic Water Tower, the building provides a means to negotiate the combining levels in the area whilst bringing history to the new area(Harry Williams)
WATERSIDE DEVELOPMENT
Mixed-use building including bars and restaurant provide a waterside attraction and move people past the performing arts academy
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The arrival point into the quadrant, highlighted by the tower. From here, visitors follow the ‘spine’ to access all required facilities including the performing arts academy.
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SPATIAL ARRANGEMENT / A performing arts academy presents a series of complex challenges within the arrangement of the plan. There a certain critical adjacencies that must be respected in order to create a functioning performance hall.
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All concepts and ambitions for the project were integral with the design of the of plan. Positing of spaces is critical for the maximisation of interaction between keys spaces, such as the public realm & workshop, Public realm & performance hall and the public realm & studios.
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The performing arts academy is arrange across a total of 7 levels, including the basement. The entrance has been designed to allow the crossing of two key routes whilst providing a means to negotiate from street level to water level.
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The main performance hall has been designed with a technical solution for flexibility. A moveable floor allows for the extension/retraction of stage areas, a changeable stage shape and a flat floor configuration. This increases the usability of the hall, meeting all requirements for the academy’s students and visiting companies.
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A selection of key plans and stage arrangements has been selected for display.
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MOVEMENT AXONOMETRIC / ‘the journey of each building user typology’
MATINEE PERFORMANCE / ‘simultaneous performance & rehearsal’
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EVENING PERFORMANCE / ‘simultaneous exhibitions’
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A ROUTE LEADING FROM STREET TO SEAT / The promenade concept has been demonstrated through visualisations. Each has been selected to show how the building is approach and negotiated when attending a performance in the main space. 1. BUILDING APPROACH/ ‘arrival from student square’ Approach at approx 6:00pm for an evening performance. Take in the external demonstrations
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2. BUILDING ENTRANCE / ‘introduction / threshold’ Enter at approx 6:30pm, view of external performance space on the way in, moving towards a compressed space
3. ARTERY THOUGH THE BUILDING / ‘sensitising vestibule’ Pass through the compressed area into the atrium, observing into the studio and theatre spaces
4. PUBLIC THEATRE ENTRANCE / ‘questioning’ Enter the restaurant & bar towards the theatre or continue across to the research & lab facility
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1a. BUILDING APPROACH/ ‘arrival from w Approach at approx 2:00pm for a matinee performance start time
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5. SOCIAL STEPS / ‘reorientation’ After a pre-show dinner in the restaurant, begin the accent to the theatre at approx. 7:30pm. The space can be utilised by visitors and students for socialising and performing
6. THE GANTRY BAR / A social space for a drink before the performance begins. Views across the river and the setting sun
7. PERFORMANCE ENTRANCE / At Approx. 7:55pm, take your seats in anticipation of the performance beginning. Return here after the performance to descend through the route or to access the roof terrace
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8. PERFORMANCE / ‘culmination’ An end-stage performance in the main p
performance hall. Capacity in current layout: 494 + Accessible spaces
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STRUCTURAL STRATEGY / The construction strategy for the Chester Performing Arts Academy is heavily reliant on the sub-structure. The basement and pile will be excavated and filled, aided by a coffer-dam to allow for dry working conditions. Upon the basement and piles will be a ‘platform’ this acts a base in order to construct the superstructure above. The superstructure is comprised of the following; 1. Brick/ Steel Theatre - To connect to the community and resemble Chester. Large openings demonstrate ‘mass’ of the theatre block and allow for selective transparency into the space 2. Concrete studio block with steel/ glass cladding - A contemporary transparent approach to be viewed from the new multi-use development aimed at students 3. Lightweight steel frame with Corten cladding - A semi-transparent approach due to the programme within this level
TRANSLUCENT BAND/ Translucent polycarbonate panels attached to lightweight steel frame. Allows dancers silhouettes to be
ATRIUM/ Open-able windows attached to a concrete frame. Allow light to floor the public route (marked in
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4. Lightweight steel frame with polycarbonate cladding A translucent approach that expresses the programme but also provides privacy The design of many elements are based on the idea of the ‘gantry’ which is pivotal to within theatres. This was applied with the use of exposed structure, and cantilevered elements. It is particularly evident with the treatment of staircases and walkways as the form and materiality resemble a gantry anchored to a ‘solid’ element such as the masonry theatre.
CONCRETE STUDIOS / Studio block constructed from reinforced concrete frame with
CORTEN BAND/ A band of corten steel mesh panels with open-able windows behind. Allows light and ventilation with a semi-private atmosphere. Built onto
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THESIS PRESENTATION /
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the presentation of the thesis project was arranged to portray the story of The Chester Performing Arts Academy. This includes the buildings strong connection to the masterplan implemented by the group, and also the routes through the building.
‘Performance Promenade’ saw the creation of The Chester Performing Arts Academy (CPAA). The designated site places the academy at a key node within a newly proposed student quadrant in Chester, calling for a building that is designed to enable interaction with the buildings programme whilst people move around the area. This called for a transparent approach to the performing arts, revealing areas that are usually hidden from public view. The success of the building will be determined by the creation of an architectural work that can be classified as ‘living’. To achieve this, an ‘artery’ has been placed through the academy that is an extension of the pedestrian route within the master-plan that takes advantage of the transparent design. The use of materials here mimic the historic walls within Chester, bringing history into the new building and forming a deeper connection with the city of Chester. The Performing Arts Academy is 12,500 M2 and home to over 400 university students undertaking studies relating to all aspects of the performing arts. The entire design is to enhance the experience of not only a performer, but the supporting technicians, staff, visitors and the people of Chester.
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Key concepts within the design and resolution of the Chester Performing Arts Academy include; FLEXIBILITY / The creation of performance spaces that can be utilised for a variety of uses, making it more suitable for an multi-discipline centre. TRANSPARENCY / To reveal aspects of the performing arts that are usually hidden. Based on the ‘transparent theatre’ concept by Chris Van Uffelen.
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‘exposing parts of the building, that weren’t meant to be seen and only used by actors and technicians, redefines every aspect of the performance’.
This elevates the role all students will feel they play within the creation and expression of the arts, not only the stage performers. PROMENADE / The movement through and past the building should create a positive, memorable experience for the user, formed utilising the following points of the architectural promenade;
LARGE MUSIC REHEARSAL
- Threshold or Introduction - Sensitising Vestibule - Questioning - Reorientation - Culmination
PROGRAMME SPILLING / ‘how activity interacts with traffic’ Waterside route From student square Points of Interest along route Interaction with spaces Fabric manipulation
Placement of a key building on key axes
Performance Main - flexible space
External Performance
Division of building to for route through
Introduction of a ‘well’ to allow routes to cross without disruption
The proposed well creates opportunity for an external performance space
Dividing wall and change of riser creates a third performance space on the building approach
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A selection of images were created to highlight a sense of atmosphere and show daily occurrences at the academy, demonstrating the building in full working order.
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5 key public spaces are have been implemented within the master-plan to both improve the area for students and to integrate into the surrounding community
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The Waterside Student Square The Water Tower & City Wall The Conservation Area Performance Square
Built within the new conservation area, the University of Chester research and laboratory facility forms an extension to the university quadrant, accessed via the spine within the academy (Louca Anastasiou)
STUDENT SQUARE
A student resource including the library and admin facilities is centrally located for ease of access from all campus’
MUSEUM
Built around the Historic Water Tower, the building provides a means to negotiate the combining levels in the area whilst bringing history to the new area(Harry Williams)
WATERSIDE DEVELOPMENT
Mixed-use building including bars and restaurant provide a waterside attraction and move people past the performing arts academy
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The arrival point into the quadrant, highlighted by the tower. From here, visitors follow the ‘spine’ to access all required facilities including the performing arts academy.
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Visiting company rehearsal studios open to allow sound and light to enter the public realm. Views of the city for the visiting performers from here
ACCESS
A public lift structure doubles as a ‘sweet&treats’ kiosk for the performance spaces and passing waterside footfall
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The main access stairway follows the line of the canal, directly from the student square though the building
BUILDING ENTRANCE / ‘an extension of the public realm’
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AMPHITHEATRE
A public space for small scale/informal performances and rehearsal. The south facing performance area is a homage to the historic amphitheatre in Chester
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A limited palette of ground materials across the student quadrant reinforces the connection and spatial sequence
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Approach at approx 6:00pm for an evening performance. Take in the external demonstrations
8. PERFORMANCE / ‘culmination’
Approach at approx 2:00pm for a matinee performance. Enjoy refreshments on the south facing waterside development before progressing towards the building for a 3:00pm performance start time
An end-stage performance in the main performance hall. Capacity in current layout: 494 + Accessible spaces
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Enter at approx 6:30pm, view of external performance space on the way in, moving towards a compressed space
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4. PUBLIC THEATRE ENTRANCE / ‘questioning’
Pass through the compressed area into the atrium, observing into the studio and theatre spaces
Enter the restaurant & bar towards the theatre or continue across to the research & lab facility
5. SOCIAL STEPS / ‘reorientation’
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After a pre-show dinner in the restaurant, begin the accent to the theatre at approx. 7:30pm. The space can be utilised by visitors and students for socialising and performing
A social space for a drink before the performance begins. Views across the river and the setting sun
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At Approx. 7:55pm, take your seats in anticipation of the performance beginning. Return here after the performance to descend through the route or to access the roof terrace
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THRUST STAGE / ‘projecting into the audience’
FLAT FLOOR / ‘e.g. graduation ball’
Seats: 456 Stage: 257 M2
Floor Area: 480 / 295 (with stage) M2 Stage: 185 M2 Tables: 36 / 22 (10 person tables)
EXTERNAL THEATRE / ‘External rehearsal and performance whilst internal preparations take place’ Seating on steps with standing around. Stage: 230 M2 (more if performance extends further into the public realm)
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UNIVERSITY Q U A D R A N T 09/19 - 11/19 Site Location: N/W Chester Contributors: - Adam Hardman - Harry Williams - Louca Anastasiou
Reclaiming urban voids around the dee basin to establish a well connected student orientated quarter aiming to improve Chester’s university status The project centres around the creation of an integrated student quadrant within an under utilised area of Chester. Surgical demolition of certain buildings combined with refurbishment and new builds will create an activity hub along the canal and on the banks of the River Dee. The proposal aims to enable Chester to become a leading UK University for student satisfaction and well-being during their studies, along with hopefully persuading people to remain in Chester once studies have been completed. “The university recognises that there can be challenges associated with the integration of students into the local community and works closely in partnership with local external agencies to address these�
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CONNECTED CONCEPT / collage to demonstrate the intentions of the student quadrant
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The Water Tower Student Roost - The Towpath Telford’s Warehouse Apartment Block (Converted to student accommodation) Water Tower Gardens Pavilion (Converted to a Cafe) Terraced Housing (Converted to a Cafe/Business) Apartment Block Apartment Block Chester Sea Cadets (Converted to Café’s/Business Areas) PROPOSED
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Mixed-used - Ground floor retail/commercial spaces, Upper Level Apartments Student Accommodation overlooking Water Tower Gardens Water Tower Gardens - Student Recreational Breather Area Cultural Building - Walk-able roof for transition between levels Public Square for Events (e.g. Beer/food festivals) University Campus Buildings - Centralised services for students University Library and Archives Student Accommodation Cultural Feature Building Mixed-used - Ground Floor Bars/Restaurant Spaces, Upper Level Apartments Public Park Area Conservation Island - Flood-able area as part of a flood defence strategy for Chester
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1. WATER TOWER / a building around the water tower to negotiate levels
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2. STUDENT SQUARE / a student orientated space at the heart of the development 3. WATERSIDE DEVELOPMENT / a waterside social space linked to the performing arts building on the river (thesis building)
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THE TURNPIKE 10/19-01/20 Site Location: Leigh, Wigan Borough Type: Live project & subsequent report Budget: £180,000
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The project was to create a design for The Turnpike, Leigh, based on a manifesto created by artistic duo ‘AL & AL’ titled ‘The Fire Within’ that would improve the success of the gallery. The fire within outlines a 5 year artistic plan for Wigan Borough and also demonstrates the councils new-found commitment to the arts and therefore a possible indication of possible funding. An unused roof space within the buildings perimeter provides an ideal area to allow for gallery expansion but first internal alterations must be made in order to facilitate the expansion. Therefore the project within The Turnpike gallery is comprised of two aspects, each working as individual briefs that eventually will combine to improve the success of the gallery as we approach the 50th birthday. These two aspects are as follows; 1. Internal Re-organisation (THE PROBLEM SOLVING) The internal alterations should facilitate the better running of the gallery on a day to day basis, including storage, office spaces and social spaces. 2. External Exhibition Space (THE VISION) The external space at The Turnpike Gallery is currently an under-utilised area that is used as a means of escape. Unfortunately, at present it is a hotspot of anti-social behaviour and vandalism. The client was keen to utilise this space as gem within the town centre that provides an attraction for the local population. The project was run in conjunction with a real-life client an the design team had to function as an operating practice. I shared the role of team leader which included chairing design meetings, both with/without the client present and distributing work loads.
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1. INTERNAL / Internally, solving storage issues was key as shown in the images. The design team added dedicated storage & workshop areas for the staff. This included technical details to stop to transference of sound from the workshop to the gallery. Office spaces were also redefined for better functionality and an isolated meeting space was added. 1. EXTERNAL / Externally, the design concept was to create a roof top garden in the form of a maze. This would act as a route from the gallery through to the Derby Room (left side). The roof garden would become a community garden, providing gardening activities and workshops for locals. A storage container was added to act as an anchor for elements on the roof and solve a great deal of the storage issues at the Turnpike.
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ROOF GARDEN / The theme of ‘emojis’ stemmed from Al & Al’s manifesto and their ability to acquire reflective material for cheap. Allowing light and colour into the design without a large impact on the budget
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ALL MOD CONS 02/19-05/19 Site Location: Lancaster Street, Kirkdale
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The aim is to re-establish the sense of community within the immediate area surrounding Lancaster Street and Great Mersey Way. The development is to be the catalyst for the creation of the ‘ideal community’. The values of the ideal community will be created through structure, space and building programmes. A prefabricated approach will reduce build time on site, helping the relationship with the existing community. An Ideal Community is described by Ohio State University as something which provides; Safety, Opportunities, Access to Goods, Relationships, Common Values and a recognised place within the social structure The mixed-use development aims to provide dwellings for couples wishing to downsize and people requiring affordable rent. The affordable rent is linked to the Rotunda College adjacent to the site and live/work units on the ground floor. All dwellings will be ADAPTABLE therefore being as inclusive as possible for all stages of life. The development contains a series of modular business spaces, café’s and services to aid the community. Communal spaces through the development provide people with open space that substitutes for individual gardens in previous dwellings. The public spaces implemented around the development allow for relationships to be established, reinforcing the sense of community within this area of Liverpool.
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LOCATION / the selected site is just one of a series of pockets of land within Liverpool that are to be used for housing. The site is located on good public transportation routes on the outskirts of the city allowing new residents to not require access to a personal vehicle
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The prefabricated modular approach resembles precedents such as the House project by Urban Splash. This system reduces the on-site build time dramatically. The modular units are as follows;
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1.LIVE-WORK / 55 M2 2 Modules combining for a ground floor unit with upper level living quarters 2.STUDIO APARTMENT / 27 M2 affordable rent for students/people saving for a mortgage 3.1 BED APARTMENT / 55 M2 requirements of living for people hoping to downsize. Communal spaces and gardens are substitute for personal gardens and larger rooms
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the central corten connection bridges span between each block towards the circulation towers 2. PROTRUDING UNITS / elements protrude to create balconies and shading. Community areas highlighted in a different material and scale of opening
1. Concrete strip foundation 2. 20mm mortar bed 3. External floor finish - 600x600mm concrete paving 4. 75mm screed 5. 200mm reinforced concrete slab 6. Damp roof course 7. 100mm rigid insulation board 8. 150mm compacted gravel/earth sub-base 9. 2400x3150mm triple glazed window unit 10. Damp proof membrane 11. 400mm reinforced concrete platform 12. Service void 13. 125mm cross laminated timber structure 14. 50mm rigid insulation board 15. 100mm rock-wool insulation 16. 18mm T&G chipboard flooring 17. 12mm finished surface material 18. Water channel 19. 18mm marine plywood 20. 38x50mm timber batten 21. 50x50mm timber batten 22. 22mm red cedar flooring with 10mm gap for water infiltration 23. 21.5mm laminated glass balustrade with 10mm fixing bracket attached to CLT structure 24. 1.5mm corten rain-screen fixed to timber battens 25. 12.5mm plasterboard with 2mm plaster skim finish 26. 22mm Red Cedar Cladding 27. 1400x2400mm triple glazed window unit 28. 50mm rock-wool insulation 29. 200mm reinforced concrete slab 30. Screw-jack pedestal 31. 600x600mm concrete paving slab 32. Concrete wall 33. 3400x2400mm triple glazed unit with glazed door 34. Insulated cavity closer 35. Insulated concrete wall
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MODEL MAKING / a sectional model of the proposal to demonstrate the protruding modular units. Materials : - 3mm medite - Mount-board - Acrylic - Spray paint - Natural Foliage
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TERMINAL ‘Exploring how architecture is used to improve the passenger experience within the modern airport terminal.’
11/18 - 02/19 Tutor: David Heathcote
The aim of the specialist study was to explore how the use of light, form and technology can combine to create a successful airport terminal that is a positive experience for the passenger. The architecture of key airport terminals will be
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INTRODUCTION / extract The object of this study is to gain an understanding of how architecture can be used in order to promote a positive experience for passengers within the airport. Although airports are a vast system of different parts, the area of focus will be the passenger terminal as this will have the largest bearing on the satisfaction of a passenger land-side. Through a study of issues relating to airport terminals, an understanding of what the key issues affecting travellers can be gained. This knowledge will create an understanding of the aspect’s designers are aiming to eliminate in the design of new airport terminals. The study will use examples of passenger terminals that have been voted some of the best in the world by the passengers themselves. These include Singapore Changi Terminal 3, London Heathrow Terminal 2 and Madrid Barajas Terminal 4. An in-depth study into such terminals will demonstrate how architectural principles have been applied in order to produce a successful environment. Once the key principles utilised in each design are highlighted, a vision for how airports should proceed can be established, allowing for high quality terminals to be produced that centre around the facilitation of the passenger experience. The study will be undertaken with an examination of a wide range of materials relating to the subject. Books, journals, articles and imagery are used to understand the airport terminal as a building typology, and to also establish the issues and successes of terminal design. In a post 9/11 world, security surrounding all aspects of an airport is very high. This has resulted in a lack of primary research, as the subject matter doesn’t permit much access to such buildings for research purposes. Attempt to discuss both issues with and the future of terminal design with key figures in the aviation design sector have been made. Unfortunately, again due to security measures, this has proven unsuccessful. Although primary research has been difficult to gain, a vast array of materials relating to the subject are available enabling in-depth research into the subject
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matter. The use of passenger voted awards gives a strong indication of their satisfaction, which is a measure of experience. This allows for further understanding of what architectural aspects have influenced this. An airport has the potential to ‘showcase a nations political, economic, cultural and technological power, while simultaneously influencing visitors’ first impressions of the country’.1 This places an importance on the design of such spaces, demonstrating it is critical to present the traveller with a building that aides their experience. The thoughts of a key airport designer demonstrate how one may go about the thinking of airport design in order to influence passenger’s impressions of a country, “Always design a thing by considering it in its next larger context - a chair in a room, a room in a house, a house in an environment, an environment in a city plan.” Eero Saarinen2 At the height of airport design, the ability to present a good impression was represented in the architecture, with the introduction of Eero Saarinen’s TWA Terminal at John F. Kennedy Airport. Eero Saarinen (1910-1961) was a Finnish American Architect and designer most famous for his sculptural work of the Trans World Airlines Terminal at JFK embodied the spirit of flight.3 The terminal was completed in 1962, unfortunately Saarinen passed away a year prior to this therefore never got to see his greatest work realised.4 This was the introduction of using architectural design to convey the glamour introduced by the jet age. This enabled air travel to be the defining mode of transportation of the twentieth century, as nothing compares to the speed, scale and glamour presented in the aviation industry.5 Saarinen also designed the St. Louis Arch, although a different architectural typology, it represents the regard in which Saarinen held the notion of the ‘gateway’.6
CONCLUSION / extract The terminal as a concept has evolved over many years. Initial counterparts to today’s modern buildings came in the form of ports and railway stations. The service that each has provided has remained the same across generations, but how this is delivered, and the means of transportation has certainly evolved. The process which inhabits these buildings has not only evolved, but also the structures themselves. This evolution has been largely due to the constant increase in passenger numbers which as directly effected the experience being offered. Fortunately, the aim of terminal design is now once again becoming focused around the experience of the passenger. The airport passenger terminal has the potential to set the trend of architecture within a city or region. It is this importance that requires the creation of an excellent and immersive experience for the traveller. A key highlighted issue is the stress that comes with the prospect of air travel for the user. Many aspects within the airport contribute to the abolishment of this. Advancement of technology for check-in and security, and the introduction of retail options as a form of therapy contribute to this. However,one of the greatest impact’s airport authorities can create is the intelligent use of architecture to promote passenger well-being. The highlighted cases within this study demonstrate how architectural principles have been applied in order to address the issues raised. Each has addressed the architecture in different ways, but common themes protrude. These successful terminals highlight the importance of promoting the flow of movement for passengers. It has been demonstrated that the architecture can do this. The use of interesting forms eliminates the need for vast amounts of signage. The implications of this on an international level enable an airport to be navigated by all types of passenger’s that may not speak second languages.
The availability of natural light is key to an airport’s success. This has been demonstrated using skylights at Madrid Barajas, or the use of large gazed façades like at Heathrow. The availability of light has been proven to chemically promote a sense of happiness within humans, therefore an abundance of this in the right areas within airports can aid the satisfaction of travellers. Another key highlighted artefact used in successful airports is the creation of a sense of place. This prevents the terminal becoming a ‘non-place’ as described by Mark Auje, ensuring a strong connection with the identity of the country is supports. The use of materials and native vegetation enabled Changi Terminal 3 to present the Singaporean culture to the inhabitants of the airport. The architecture of an airport was once synonymous with the style, glamour and speed of air travel. The introduction of the jumbo jet and rapid expansion allowed for this ideal to be lost within the design of airport terminals. The principles outlined throughout this study generate the key considerations for architects and designers in the development of a terminal concept. It is with the application of elements used within terminals such as Madrid Barajas Terminal 4 and Heathrow Terminal 2 that the international aviation industry can once again relive the golden moment. The happiness of the occupant should always be considered within the design of buildings, why should the airport terminal be any different?
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KRONOS: EUphoria 09/18-11/18 Site Location: Kronos Distillery, Elefsina, Greece
Group Approach The Kronos Distillery is the area we have chosen to develop in Elefsina, Greece. Upon visiting the site, it was clear that some buildings here are monumental and key to the cities identity. This was a driving force in the design of a new educational hub in the South East Quadrant of Elefsina. We feel the opportunity to implement an education hub that connects this area of the city with the rest of Elefsina will be vital in the re-establishing the areas popularity. The reconnection of the site with the both the people of Elefsina and Europe is key in order to create a successful masterplan. We have identified significant buildings and retained them within the proposed plan, changing their use to suit the next step in Elefsina’s future. This has allowed the proposal to resemble the history of the site and also create interesting structures in which both students and people of the community will inhabit. Taking into account the sites history and the climatic conditions of Elefsina drove the design process and influenced design decisions to ensure that spaces are created that suit the intended programme, fit the people of the city and meet the needs created by the climatic conditions in Greece.
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An analysis of the site and surrounding facilities aided with the creation of a brief that was suitable for Kronos and would be beneficial for the people of Elefsina. The coast of Elefsina is very industrial based so reclaiming the land under the old Kronos Distillery is vital in providing a coastal outlet for the people of the city
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1 1.KRONOS SQUARE / the main social square within the kronos development 2. REFLECTING CANAL / a canal to reflect the history of the sqaure 3. STUDENT SQUARE / a student orientated gathering spot for socialising and studying 4. COMMUNITY CINEMA / open-air cinema with regular movies for the community 5. NORTH-SOUTH AXIS / pedestrian route from north to south with market stalls for all within the community 6. COASTAL ENTRANCE / main gateway entrance for arrivals by the coast and via the tramway
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KRONOS SQUARE 11/18 Site Location: Kronos Distillery, Elefsina, Greece
Focusing on the ‘main square’ as a point of amalgamation of all regions of the proposed masterplan. The main square is the arrival point for many, and has been designed to replicate the arrival at an ancient city with a ‘gateway’. The gateway leads you towards the footprints of silo’s that once stood on the site (These were vital to the sites historical role as a distillery). Each silo is to be used for a different purpose within the square, allowing lots of interaction between spaces, buildings and people. Each segment will create a sense of intimacy and enclosure in what is otherwise, a large urban space. The thought of expansion is important for this area. It is the area where people bleed into other areas of the masterplan from. The silo footprints are expanded with the use of materiality, activity and landscaping. This allows spaces to come together and create a vibrant areas which draw people to Kronos.
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CENTRAL ENTRANCE / main gateway entrance to Kronos Square
EVENING ENTRANCE / central silo footprint highlighted with colour and water
LEFT ENTRANCE / entrance to the square highlighted by the footprint of a historic building
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AMPHITHEATRE SILO / ‘a performance within the silo footprint’
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EAST ENTRANCE / entrance in-line with the reflecting canal
NORTH APPROACH / approach from the north to kronos square illuminated by light
SHADED SILO / shading devices inter-wined with tree’s create rest spots from the summer sun and provide colour into the space
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