HIGHLIGHTS a review thus far
BREANNA SHEELER B. ARCHITECTURE COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE & THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT PHILADELPHIA UNIVERSITY
TABLE OF CONTENTS projects in chronological order 1-2
CHEVRON
3-6
EMBRACE
7-10
COHABITATE
11-16
PLUG & PLAY
CHEVRON visualization 1 ~ fall 2015 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.
EMBRACE design 3 ~ fall 2015 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.
Parti
Hierarchy
Solar Access
LONGITUDAL SECTION SCALE: 1/8” = 1’
COHABITATE design 4 ~ spring 2015 Through both form and function, the Blue Bell Park Nature Center demonstrates the harmonious potential for symbiotic cohabitation between nature and humanity. The two-layered exterior wall system provides apertures for native animals and insects to live in close proximity to the visiting families. The undulating form creates cavities where the flying creatures can congregate for the viewing pleasure of visitors. Behind the habitat wall, the multi-layered glass enclosure layer provides necessary climate protection and perfect views of the animal activity.
Building Volume
Circulation Corridor
Observation Channel
Habitat Wall
Inspired by the bee honeycomb geometry, a hexagonal framework of EcoResin supports the removable inserts. Varying aperture sizes accommodate different organisms, encouraging birds to nest, butterflies to form cocoons, and bees to make colonies
Aviary
ROOF GARDEN Native plants to attract fauna ex: milkweed purple coneflower beebalm foxglove Sensory engagement for visitors Views of Blue Bell Park
BIRD AVIARY Large apertures accomodate varying sizes High elevation for easy flight access Removable inserts ease cleaning Suitable for nesting Enclosure protects eggs and babies Combats habitat destruction Education about lifecycle Appreciation for natural cylces
BUTTERFLY SANCTUARY Medium apertures prevent bird access Ecoresin well suited for cacoon formation Removable inserts taken into lab for study Combats migration disruption Education about metamorphosis Appreciation for indicator species
ECORESIN Translucent polycarbonate panel material. Surdiest commercially available polyester resin Extremely durabe and weather resistant Subtly textured surface easy to clean 40% recycled and LEED certified
ECORESIN FINISH PANEL STEEL CHANNEL BEAM FLANGE FLAT-HEAD BOLT EMBEDDED SUPPORT ECORESIN CAP ECORESIN FRAMEWORK ECORESIN INSERTS SUPPORT POST TEMPERED GLASS LAMINATE TEMPERED GLASS AIR GAP TEMPERED GLASS LAMINATE TEMPERED GLASS ALUMINUM SPACER DESICCANT SEALANT ALUMINUM FRAME
BEE HIVES Small apertures for protected access Low elevation for minimal flight distance Ecoresin promotes hive building Removable inserts for honey collection Combats colony collapse Education about hive culture Appreciation for organic systems Dismatles childhoood fear of bees
Framework MECHANICAL
BATH
ELEVATOR
STORAGE
LABORATORY
WORKSHOP
Inserts
Ground Level
Assembly
PLUG & PLAY Design 6 ~ spring 2017 By the year 2050, humanity will be facing a serious resource scarcity. As such, there must be an avid pursuit of new and better techniques in living and working sustainably. Architecture can be at the forefront of this movement. A revolutionary approach to building design and function, the Plug & Play Center in Williamsburg will serve as a living laboratory for the future. The research conducted at the center will greatly benefit the local community and the rest of the world, making known the latest developments in building performance and sustainable living. The form and program will be responsive to the changing demands of the community and world at large, This paradigm of selfsustaining building performance will aide in the development of new methodologies to harnessing energy, passive energy design, and food production. A dynamic facade will take advantage of the specific environmental conditions of the site, and support experimentation in sustainable methodologies in building performance. A modular system will allow multiple experiments with multiple methods at a single time, with easy exchanging of panels on the faceted framing and potential for future expansion. Modularity allows for progressive adjustments to focus on each system as social/environmental/technological demands justify emphasis on certain systems over others.
Building Integrated into Proposed Master Plan for the Bushwick Inlet Park Base Image Courtesy of Studio V and Maker Park
MEP System HVAC System The entire building is composed of a series of elements. Each contains the necessary structure, enclosure, and finish layers to be isolated or connected to other elements. This connections occurs through a newly developed plug system, which provides necessary structural connection while allowing MEP systems to transfer between elements. The modularity of the building ensures efficiency of construction, and adaptability of form and function.
Typ. Open Frame
Typ. Mech. Frame
Typ. Glazing Mullion
Typ. Glazing Panel
Typ. Cap
Utility Plug
Typ. Wall Panel
Utility Socket Typ. Column
Typ. Assembly
Potential Examples of Facade Panels
Typ. Wall Panel
Typ. Window Panel
Steel I-Beam
Typ. Glazing Panel
Typ. Frame Panel
Column Cladding
Facade Panels
Utility Plug
Facade Panels
Habitat Apertures
Vertical Garden
Rain Catchment
Solar Louvers
Frame Panel or Glazing Panel
Beam Cladding
Castellated Beam
Floor Plate
Ground Level NTS
Basement Level NTS
Structural & Organizational Grid
Plan Parti: Key Elements
Laboratory Terrace
Section Parti: Scale Change
Public Forum
Formal Exploration