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A Study in Digital Modeling Breanna Sheeler

Visualization 1 Professor Michael Roden Philadelphia University Fall 2015

Table of Contents Cantilever: A Stuyd in Structure

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Chevron: Folding Architecture

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Bloom: Northern Liberties Homes

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Refuge: C_ABE Cabin Competition

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Embrace: Syrian Culture Center

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Cantilever: A Study in Structure “Design intentions:”

Why did you choose the design?

How did you prioritize the location of materials?

Did you consider tensile elements, and if so, how?

My partner Ali and I collaborated to create a design which balanced rigid compressive and flexible tensile components. Most of the basswood is concentrated in the back portion of the cantilever, just in front of where the clamps are fastened. The weight and triangulated forms of this tower create a strong base to absorb the added weight.

Twine connects the loop for weight attachment on the cantilevered end with the tower, lending its adaptable tensile capabilities to the structure. By passing over the top of the tower and connecting to itself underneath the base, the twine with distribute the weight it carries over as great as possible an area.

“Anticipated Findings:”

What do you anticipate will happen when the cantilever is loaded?

Where do you think the cantilever will ultimately fail?

We anticipate that the flat part of the cantilever which projected out from the table surface would slowly bend as the force of more and more weight being added would overcome the tensile force of the tie-back twine. Our prediction was that the location of ultimate failure would be the base-board just below the front of the tower, where the rigidity of the tie-back met the flexible projection of the cantilever.

“Findings:”

Where did the cantilever fail?

How much weight did it carry before failure?

Was the failure incremental, or explosive?

During testing, the cantilever was able to hold a maximum of 432.3oz. In comparison the structures initial weight of 5.6oz, the strength ratio was an impressive 77.20. Ultimately the cantilever failed explosively as predicted, at the very edge of the table surface in the same instance that the twine broke, so it is unclear which material failed first.

“Conclusions”

Why did the cantilever fail where it did?

If you had it to do over again, how would you design the cantilever?

Observing your work and the work of your classmates, what did you learn from this project?

Static Position

The cantilever failed due to excessive shear forces where the table’s resistive forces ultimately overcame the downward thrust of the weighed structure. Through observing the performance of our and our classmates’ cantilevers, it is evident the importance of tensile forces in resisting the gravity loads added at the furthest edge of the structure. Therefore, an improvement Ali and I would make to our design would be to increase the height of our compressive tower to thereby increase the angle of the tensile twine back-tie.

Under Loading

Force Diagram

After Failure

Chevron: Folding Architecture Combining the mediums of hand crafting and computer-adided modeling, this project was a twist on classic oragmi. A complete 12”x36” sheet of cardboard was sliced and folded in on itself to form an abstract architecture reminisent of the rowhome. After tactile experimentation, recreation of the folding process in rhino adapted the 3d object into 2d representational drawings. The project ultimately culminated in a 20”x30” board for Design, and a series of presentation slides for Visualization.

Process Diagrams

Final Model

Final Model

Plans

Elevations

Elevations

Sections

Exterior Rendering: Front Entrance

Interior Rendering: Living Area

Interior Rendering: Sleeping Loft

Exterior Rendering: Back View

Chevron A Study in the Folding Process Vis 1, Breanna Sheeler

CHEVRON A Study in the Folding Process

Through careful experimentation, an understanding was developed of the constraints and capabilities of cardboard.

Exploration with the possible manipulations to the planar material manifested a cohesive, three-dimensional design which fulfills the accepted program. One can perceive the intended layout of this single-bedroom dwelling, as well as the opportunities for adaptable use which easily caters to the client. The dramatic angular geometry will make this home the showcase of the neighborhood.

Presented by Breanna Sheeler Design 3, Professor Griffen

Bloom: Northern Liberties Townhomes At the corner of W George and N Bodine St. sits a 40’x60’ open lot, ideal for two new townhomes in the developing neighborhood of Northern Liberties. An inverted program with hierarchal clerestory provide the greatest natural light to the most public spaces on the north facing site. Alternation of residences between each floor of the two massing, connected by delicate stair towers, provides equal access to the corner, as creates a communal central courtyard.

The concept may be summarized thus: A zen-inspired sanctuary for the individual to grow in harmony with nature away from the hectic environment of urban living.

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Breanna Sheeler Professor Craig Griffin Design 3 Fall 2015 Philadelphia University

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Annual Light Penetration Through Clerestory Window

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Light Penetration throughout Typical Day

Solar Path During Throughout Year

Street Perspective at Midday

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A Zen-inspired sanctuary for the individual to grow in harmony with nature away from the hectic environment of urban living.

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Living Area Rendering

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Massing and Circulation

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Hierarchy

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Refuge: C_ABE Cabin Competition A three week project, the C_ABE Cabin Competiton sought to demonstrate the skills of digital modeling and displaying design work. The programs Rhinoceros 64, 3ds Max, AutoCAD, PhotoShop, Illustrator, and InDesign were applied to create technical drawings, diagrams, and rendered perspectives. The final submission for review compiled these elements into a cohesive 20�x30� board, displayed on page #.

Inspiration: Yulan Cabin in New York by Scott Newkirk

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cabinetry

Located on the west bank of Peck’s Pond in the Delaware State Park of Pennsylvania, this small cabin is the perfect getaway for the tree hugger in us all. Though lacking electrical or plumbing amenities, the cabin fulfills the basic needs of one looking to escape the chaos of society for a while. Rustic materials add to the primeval aesthetic, the manifestation of Mother Nature welcoming her child home again.

Raw wood cabinetry topped with rough concrete counters form a simple kitchenette. Soft upholstery furniture adds a comforting touch, and complements the salvaged shiplap walls and flooring. A full bank of windows along the west wall, glass sliding doors on the east, and smaller windows to the north and south provide a complete 360* appreciation for the site and continuous lighting. Open riser stairs lead to a small sleeping loft, surrounded on all sides by windows which offer views of the night sky and sunrise across the pond. The sharp pitch of the roof aides in the illusion of more space, as well as circulating the heat generated from the wood stove. The modest program is reflected in the unassuming design, which does not detract from the intrinsic beauty of its natural surroundings.

-Text from the final board

Embrace: Syrian Culture Center In sympathy with the current social crisis, Philadelphia has open her arms to the syrian refugees fleeing in search of comfort and acceptance. This “vertical village� embodies the maternal relationship between the City of Brotherly Love and her newest citizens, offering an embrace of understanding, protection, and goodwill. The strong rectilinear massing swaddles the organic, curving volume, yet accomodates this gentle form in the same manner which the Philadelphia community shall be influenced by the newcomers.

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Solar Access

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LONGITUDAL SECTION SCALE: 1/8” = 1’

EMBRACE Breanna Sheeler Philadelphia University Fall 2015

SECTION PARTI

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FOURTH THROUGH SIXTH LEVEL PLAN SCALE: 1/16” = 1’

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CIRCULATION

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VIEW FROM TOP OF TERRACES

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VIEW FROM PRAYER SPACE

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VIEW OF APARTMENT ENTRANCE FROM N. 11TH STREET

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VIEW OF MAIN ENTRANCE FROM VINE STREET

WEST ELEVATION SCALE: 1/16” = 1’

SECOND LEVEL PLAN SCALE: 1/16” = 1’

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FIRST LEVEL PLAN SCALE: 1/16” = 1’

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TRANSVERSE SECTION SCALE: 1/16” = 1’