AWAKENING
ISOLATION WITHIN A CROWD / A MODERN DAY PANDEMIC
Type - Commercial
Duration - 20 Weeks
Year - 2022
Class - Studio V + Studio VI
Software - Rhinoceros, Grasshopper, Revit, Illustrator, Photoshop, Vray, Twin Motion
2022 ACSA STEEL COMPETITION
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Moment of Reflection
Design Strategies
Design for Integration
An operable facade is incorparated within the overall exterior design, in attempt to regulate local climate. While several other efforts attempt to utilize the site conditions to better the impact of the built on our natural world.
Design for Community
The design aims to create a spacce to educate the community on issues regarding the dark outccomes of social isolation, while also providing space for refuge and growth for all.
Design for Ecology
The French Broad River is one of the dirtiest rivers in our country today. The project aims to aid in its rehabilitation, in order to foster the re-growth of a healthy marine and wildlife.
Design for Water
The design aims to capture water on site through techniques implemented into the landscape design.
Design for Economy
The design aims to provide a space for individuals to receive the care they may require in their continued journey, through counselling, interactions and meetings.
Design for Energy
Geothermal energy is the primary source of heat within the project. While the operable facade aims to lower energy loads through monitored operation.
Design for Wellness
The designs main goal is to provide a space for mentall and physical well being. Through mentored and individual activities and events crafted in unique spaces to aid in the overall purpose.
Design for Resources
The design aims to utilize local building materials in order to reduce the projects overall embodied carbon.
Design for Change
The design aims to be the first of its kind, in providing a space that atttempts to bring knowledge, empathy and action to the modern day pandemic which our society is facing.
Design for Discovery
The design aims to acknowledge post occupancy engagement, through the understanding and learning of the built structure.
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AWAKENING ISOLATION WITHIN A CROWD / A MODERN DAY PANDEMIC
The architecture will create spaces that educate visitors about the isolation of the crowd by offering an interactive and experience-based environment describing the causes, dangers, consequences and potential remedies to the issue of modern social isolation.
This will result in a population that is more aware of the issue, better able to address it as individuals and as a society and be more empathetic of those whose experience with social isolation leads to darker outcomes.
“As a society, we do little to support emerging adults at precisely the time when they are dealing with the most defining, stressful decisions of their lives related to work, love, and identity. Who to love? What to be?” — LONELINESS IN AMERICA The
Ways
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AWAKENINGISOLATION WITHIN A CROWD / A MODERN DAY PANDEMIC
39.7 % 43.3 % Young Adults 48.2 % Elderly Middle-Aged Adults Prevalence of Loneliness Amongst Different Age Groups 36 .0 % 53 .0 % 2004 1985 Americans with No Close Friends We have fewer friends outside of family that we can deepen cconversation with. Mental Health Physical Health Personal Relationships Ability to do their job 58% 55% 49% 33% The Negative E ects of Isolation Americans say they always or often feel loney or socially isolated, causing negative effects on their well being. 46% 57% 52% 18-34 Years 35-64Years 65- + Years 46% 57% 52% 18-34 Years 35-64Years 65- + Years 46% 57% 52% 18-34 Years 35-64Years 65- + Years Support System How many people do you feel you can depend on, outside of direct family members. More Than Two People One to Two People No One 18-40 46-55 56-65 66-75 76-85 85-100+ Age Range 0 2 4 6 8 How Lonely Do you Feel? On a scale from one to ten. 10 Americans reported being left out or misunderstood. Loneliness is as damaging to health as smoking 15 Cigarettes a Day 3 out of 5 1 in 6 Adults in the United States su er from a mental health condittion.
Risks
Health
aged 50 and older
Premature Death Social isolation significantly increased a person’s risk of premature death from all causes. Dementia Social isolation was associated with about a 50% percent increased risk of dementia. Social Relationships Poor social relationships was associated with a 29% increased risk of heart disease and a 32% increased risk of stroke.
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among heart failure patients was associated with a nearly 4 times increased risk of death, 68% increased risk of hospitalization, and 57% increased risk of emergency department visits.
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to Combat Loneliness
Social Network A network of social interactions and personal relationships. Hobbies An activity done regularly in one's leisure time for pleasure. Caregiver Family member or paid helper who regularly looks after a child or a sick, elderly, or disabled person. Volunteering A person who voluntarily undertakes or expresses a willingness to undertake a service
People who participate in their community through volunteering or local civic groups are less likely to be lonely.
Plasma-enhanced furnace converts the remaining organic material to syngas
Concept Drawing
The unrealized consequences of Isolation
Glass Metals Trash Syngas Ethanol Methanol Syngas reacts with catalysts
Gasifier converts much of the organic material to synthesis gas
Raking System Conveyer Belt Fabric Cover Power Harness Wheel Solar Power Supply Return Cooling Mode Heating Mode Heat Dispersion Heat Absorption
Collection System
Energy Energy through Waste Supply Return Discharge Overflow Grate Outlet Weir Orifice Water Level Wetland Vegetation Uptake Live Runoff Storage Detention Ponds Outlet Pipe
Inorganic material is incorporated into the molten glass bath.
Trash
Geothermal
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Existing Path
Service Entrance
Isolation Spaces
Museum Pod- E
Museum Pod- D
Boat Taxi Stop
Spaces for Engagement
Spaces for Discovery
Museum Pod- C
Museum Pod- B
Meanderring Paths
Gathering Spaces
Spaces for One’s Self
Museum Pod- A
Spaces for Reflection
Cycling Path
Entry Plaza
Site Parking
Existing Path
Site Plan
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AWAKENING
2022 ACSA STEEL COMPETITION 07 Small Theater - 01 Lobby - 01 Building A Exhibitions 01 Building B Exhibition 02 Building C Exhibition - 01 Building C Exhibition - 01 Building A 01.Entry Vestibule 02.Restrooms 03.Conference Rooms 04.Employee Spaces 05.Admin Offices Building B 01.Isolation Pods 02.Main Exhibition Space 03.Restrooms Building C 01.Singular Experiences 02.Our Stories 03.Moment of Rest 04.Overwhelmed Exhibition 05.Meeting Point Building D 01.Entry Vestibule 02.Service Desk 03.Moment of Rest 04. Egress 05. Theatre 06.Performance 07.Back of House Building C 01.Restrooms 02.I hope you Know Exhibition 03.Moment of Rest 04.Point of Reflection Building D 01.Moment of Rest 02.Cafe Space 03.Restrooms 04.Mechanical Spaces Building E 01.Moment to Gather 02.Transition Space 03.Counselling Spaces 04.Moments to Gather 05.Restrooms Building D Small Theater - 02 Building D Counselling - 01 Building E
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Small Theater
Kinetic Facade
A kinetic facade is utilized to allow for enviromental control and user experience.
Reinforced concrete panelling allows the building to take its unique form.
A space frame structure is the primary support component.
Components that make up the building composition.
Panelling Space Frame Composition
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preconceived notions on the Experiential Diagram - Museum Exhibitions
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conversations without any
GAP Panel Panel Bracket Mullion GAP Panel Panel Bracket Floor Finish Material Concrete Slab Metal Decking Open Web Steel Joist Hanger Ceiling Tiles Exoskeleton Box Truss Steel Frame Ext. Glazing GAP Panel MTL Track & Insulation Raised Floor Floor Finish Materials Coated Insulation Vapor Retarder Concrete Footing Concrete Slab Anchor Bolts Rigid Insulation 4” Gravel Layer Angle Site Cast Anchors Concrete Cladding Floor Finish Material Light Weight Concrete Footing Metal Decking Open Web Steel Joist Silicone Cushion Glass Panel Metal Stud Framing Concrete Floor Finish Accoustical Lining Steel Plate Gypsum Board Stud & Insulation Wall Finish Steel Structure Panels Hanger Beam Every 6’-0” o.c Steel Anchor
of Reflection / Viewing Deck - Detail Double Skin Facade - Detail 2022 ACSA STEEL COMPETITION Floor Finish Material Concrete Slab Metal Decking Open Web Steel Joist Concrete Floor Finish Accoustical Lining Vapor Retarder Concrete Slab 4” Gravel Layer Metal Steel Framing Rubber Mount Steel Plate Air Circulation Under Seat Vents Small Auditorium - Detail 11 Ext. Glazing Raised Floor Floor Finish Materials Coated Insulation Vapor Retarder Concrete Footing Concrete Slab Anchor Bolts Rigid Insulation 4” Gravel Layer Ext. Glazing Exo-Skeleton Kinetic Facade
Energy Facade
Moment
Kinetic
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REFUGE
A PROPOSAL FOR TOMORROW
Type - Multi - Family
Duration - Four Weeks
Year - 2022
Software - Rhino, Illustrator, Photoshop
THE HOME COMPETITION
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Design Strategies
Design for Integration
The design aims to foster a community of growth through the nurturing and guidance of our community members.
Design for Community
The design aims to connect its members to the community through the revitalization of the D.A.R.T lots allowing for the direct connection to the station for ease of access.
Design for Ecology
The design incorparates landscape design through out the complex to enhance user expereicnes.
Design for Water
The project revitalizes the existing retention pond. To not only perform its necessary functions, but educate its community members.
Design for Economy
The project is aimed to be financed through social projects and maintained by its comunity.
Design for Change
The base of the community is adaptable to the members that occupy it. Through the use of pre fabricated apartment pods of a variety of sizes.
Design for Resources
The design hopes to track resources utilized throughout the projects life, and further improve its impact on the built environment.
Design for Discovery
As a proposal the project is unable to perform post engagement reports, but hope that many lessons can be learned through the review
Design for Wellness
The community aims to improve the way of life for members of all walks of life. Through counselling pods, dining facilities, recreational spaces, to aim for the rehabilitation of its community members.
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REFUGE A PROPOSAL FOR TOMORROW
The project is aimed at revitalizing the existing parking lots of D.A.R.T stations and to provide housing for our community members in need. The project’s location is aimed to foster the connection between the community members and the greater city, by offering the freedom of travel for any need. Within the project, counseling spaces, small dining facilities and recreational spaces in turn foster connections between the community members and evoke a sense of growth through a variety of programs.
The structures allow for the ever-changing needs and growth of the community, as a variety of pre-fabricated pods may be switched in and out to respond to the needs of its occupants.
The overall project is aimed to rebuild a community in need and reconnect that community both to itself and to the city through a variety of social projects and an environment that better supports the community’s needs. At it’s root, the purpose is to provide housing for those in need, and resources to rebuild their lives step-by-step through guidance and support.
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Dallas has the LARGEST HOMELESS Population in Texas Unsheltered 1,000 1,500 0 2,000 2,500 3,000 3,500 Family Households Veterans Chronic Homelessness Unaccompanied Young Adults 10,000 0 20,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 60,000 Unaccompanied Students Unsheltered Sheltered Total Homeless Population Total Homeless Students 90,000 Hotel/Motel Doubled Up Homeless Increase S ince Last Year Years Old 46 Years Old 42 H omelessPopulation A v erageDeath A v erageDeath For Men For Women
Syesha Mercado” Homelessness Children E x periience Homelessness Homeless Veterans E x perienceMentalDisabil i t y Homeless T a king Years of One’sLif e African American M ore Likely Individuals Income R e n t Rise Million Children 2.5 0.5 More Than 20-30 Years 55.2 Percent 22 Percent 50 Percent 40 Percent 0 200,000 400,000 600,000 The Development of Americas Homeless Population 800,000 2020 580,445 Homeless Population 70,000 80,000 2007 2010 2015 400k 300k 200k 100k 0 2007 2019 Policy Changes that have Resulted in Fewer Transitional Housing Options for the Homeless Permanent Transitional Emergency Number of Beds Sheltered Individuals are Single Adults 600 to 1 Homeless Population are in Emergency Housing Homeless Population are in Transitional Housing 4% Homeless Population are in Transitional Housing 2% 94% Homeless by Age 18-24 < 18 25+ 45% Surveyed have Reported Chronic Health Conditions All Jobs do not Keep a Family of 4 out of Poverty 1/5 The Population Faces Housing Problems 1/3
“Before you ignore another homeless person on the street, just remember that that could be someone’s father or someone’s mother and they have a story. –
THE HOME COMPETITION 19 Community EngagementThrough the Promotion of Play Fostering RelationshipsThrough the Pormotion of Rest Site Analysis The informing of Design Desicions
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THE HOME COMPETITION 21 Section Perspective Drawing
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CONTAINER TRACKS
POSTS
JOISTS
BEAMS
DECKING
FINISHED CEILING ROOFING
SIDE PANELS
RESIDENT ENTRY
CONNECTOR
REAR FOOTER
CONNECTOR PIECES
SECURE PIECES
SIDE PANELS
FRONT HEADER
FRAME WORK
FRONT FOOTER GLAZING
FINISHED FLOORING
CONCRETE BASE
POSTS
CONTAINER TRACKS
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Floor Finish Material Light Weight Concrete Footing Metal Decking Open Web Steel Joist Containair Panels Stud & Insulation Glass Container Panels Air Space Art Work
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Interior Wall Section Mural installation detail for access to natural light.
Community members are encouraged to leave their mark on the community, aimed towards assisting their counterparts in need.
A Piece of the Community
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CASCADE
AGING IN PLACE / ADAPTIVE RE-USE
Type - Adaptive Re-Use
Duration - 10 Weeks
Year - 2022
Class - Studio IV
Software - Rhinoceros, Grasshopper, Revit, Illustrator, Photoshop, Enscape
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Design Strategies
Design for Integration
The design aims to delight the senses of the viewer, through auditory, visual and tactile experience.
Design for Community
The design aims to serve the community of South Carolina, with a greater focus on the elderly population.
Design for Ecology
Design for Economy
The design aims to re-purpose an existing structure, while also propmoting the idea that architecture can also act an artwork.
Design for Energy
The design aims to generate energy through the use of wind power embeded within the structures facade.
Design for Wellness
Design for Change
The design aims to celebrate the existing structures and its adaptation to better serve he community. While also ating as an immediate response center for times of crisis.
Design for Discovery
The design aims to acknowledge post occupancy engagement, through the understanding and learning of the built structure.
The design aims to serve the needs of the community, specifically aiding the aging population, through the healthare, dininng, physical wellbeing and living facilities.
Design for Water
The design aims to revitalize the existing park, through the use of 100% native plantings that attract pollinators. The design aims to capture rainwater on site, through adaptations of the existing park.
Design for Resources
The design aims to utilize the existing and local building materials, in order to lower carbon emissions.
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Healthcare Lobby
CASCADE AGING IN PLACE / ADAPTIVE RE-USE
The foundation of this project is an unapologetically brutalist 6-story office building that has been unoccupied since the surrounding naval base was closed in the 1990’s The design seeks to incorporate key elements of the original architecture but still have a design that is both less stark and creates stronger links to the surrounding environment and the nautical history of the area.
To achieve that objective, parts of the building have been opened up to let light and air flow through the structure, creating the illusion of being at sea, while the interior has been extensively rebuilt, allowing the occupants more open views of the surroundings and the newly designed park behind the building itself.
The residence tower is a new addition to the existing structure, expanding the useable square footage of the building and using glass and steel to provide a lighter vertical counterpoint to the solid concrete of the original building. The design incorporates wind-powered electricity generating meshwork, that form flowing curves around the building evoking images of waves cresting in the ocean.
South Carolina’s 65-plus Population Soars as the ‘Silver Tsunami’ Continues.
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What our Aging Population Needs Most Transportation Medical Control Home Maintenance Aging is both a natural and inevitable part of life Living in a safe, clean, and organized environment is vital for aging seniors. It’s common for seniors to give up their driving rights at a certain point in life. That may be due to cognitive or physical changes that make driving unsafe Aging often comes with increased medication use as the body requires more support to remain healthy and strong. 1 out of 5 One in five residents of South Carolina are of age 60 or older Living in Poverty 11.5% of South Carolina’s aging population live in poverty. Income 33% of South Carolina’s aging population live on social security alone. %33 11 %5. Retirement 51% of people aged 55 years and older have less than $50,000 saved for retirement. %15 Disabilities by Age Group As people age, their ability to maintain their independence decreases Percent Age Any Disability Severe Disability 0-14 15-64 65+ 0 30 60 40 50 10 20 Projected Alzheimer’s Patients Projected alzheimer’s patients of age 65+ in South Carolina. Year 0 60,000 120,000 80,000 100,000 20,000 40,000 2000 2005 2010 2025 125,000 140,000 125,190 90,480 56,870 43,020 31,031 Household Income The United States average is $41,256 A ecting Mental Health & Wellbeing The five key factors that a ect the mental health and wellbeing of older people. Discrimination Poverty Relationships Physical Health Meaningful Activities 14$ 2, 56 The Growing Age Population The population of South Carolina’s population that is 60 and older is growing more repidly than other components of the population. Population Year 2000 2005 2012 2015 2020 2025 2030 0 1,600 200 1,400 1,200 1,000 800 600 400 World Population Proportion of the world population aged 60 years or older. 8% 10% 22% Year1950 Year 2000 Year 2050 35 % Female 35% of the elderly population are women living alone 3,345 Guardians 3,345 of the elderly population are caring for grandchildren 78 % Chronic Conditions 78% of the elderly population have one or more chronic conditions 7,200 LGBTQ 7,2000 of the elderly population identify as lesbian, Gay or Bisexual Survey of 2 Million Survey of 2 Million Survey of 2 Million Survey of 2 Million
Carolina’s 65-plus Population Soars
the ‘Silver Tsunami’ Continues. What our Aging Population Needs Most Transportation Medical Control Home Maintenance Mobility Services Personal Care Nutrition Assistance Aging is both a natural and inevitable part of life Living in a safe, clean, and organized environment is vital for aging seniors. When looking at what services do seniors need most, mobility assistance often sits at the top of the list. Whether t’s help moving around during an errand out or within their residence, keeping seniors safe begins with making mobility issues a priority. Just as they did when they were younger, senior citizens have to attend to personal care needs. That might include assistance with everything from grooming and bathing to dressing for the day ahead. It’s common for seniors to give up their driving rights at a certain point in life. That may be due to cognitive or physical changes that make driving unsafe Aging often comes with increased medication use as the body requires more support to remain healthy and strong. Healthy nutrition is an integral part of everyone’s well-being. While the need for nutritious meals doesn’t change for seniors the ability to keep up with cooking typically does. Safety Issues This includes addressing issues such as financial vulnerability 1 out of 5 One in five residents of South Carolina are of age 60 or older Living in Poverty 11.5% of South Carolina’s aging population live in poverty. Income 33% of South Carolina’s aging population live on social security alone. %33 11 %5. Retirement 51% of people aged 55 years and older have less than $50,000 saved for retirement. %15 Disabilities by Age Group As people age, their ability to maintain their independence decreases Percent Age Any Disability Severe Disability 0-14 15-64 65+ 0 30 60 40 50 10 20 Projected Alzheimer’s Patients Projected alzheimer’s patients of age 65+ in South Carolina. Year 1995 0 60,000 120,000 80,000 100,000 20,000 40,000 2000 2005 2010 2025 125,000 140,000 125,190 90,480 56,870 43,020 31,031 Household Income The United States average is $41,256 A ecting Mental Health & Wellbeing The five key factors that a ect the mental health and wellbeing of older people. Discrimination Poverty Relationships Physical Health Meaningful Activities 14$ 2, 56 The Growing Age Population The population of South Carolina’s population that is 60 and older is growing more repidly than other components of the population. Population Year 2000 2005 2012 2015 2020 2025 2030 0 1,600 200 1,400 1,200 1,000 800 600 400 World Population Proportion of the world population aged 60 years or older. 8% 10% 22% Year1950 Year 2000 Year 2050 35 % Female 35% of the elderly population are women living alone 3,345 Guardians 3,345 of the elderly population are caring for grandchildren 78 % Chronic Conditions 78% of the elderly population have one or more chronic conditions 7,200 LGBTQ 7,2000 of the elderly population identify as lesbian, Gay or Bisexual Survey of 2 Million Survey of 2 Million Survey of 2 Million Survey of 2 Million
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Spaces for Nurturing
Spaces for Meandering
Spaces for Rest
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NAVYWAY NOISETTE BLVD N HOBSON AVENUE MANELY AVENUE TURNBULL AVENUE SHIPBUILDING WAY Connecting Adjacent Parks Existing Oak Trees to Remain Existing Building to Remain Parking for Hospital Visitors 32 CASCADEAGING IN PLACE / ADAPTIVE RE-USE Site Plan
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The Interior Courtyard is visible from all common spaces Interior Courtyard Atrium Spaces enhanced natural light to promote the wellbeing of the occupants
user. Flora Invision the space to promote the gathering of occupants, friends and family A Space to Meet We hope that visitors of all ages gather in this space as they visit their loved ones within the community A Space to Play The Importance of Interaction with Our Aging Population The power of the built. Roof Assisted Living Floor Overnight Guests Floor Medical Care Required Floor Living Spaces Floor 34 CASCADEAGING IN PLACE / ADAPTIVE RE-USE Interior Couryards
Moments
Studies show that indoor plants offer a plethora of health benefits for the end
Crafting
Fostering Relationships
COTE TOP TEN STUDENT COMPETITION HEALTHCARE FACILITIES HOTEL ROOMS APARTMENT UNITS Section - North
36 CASCADEAGING IN PLACE / ADAPTIVE RE-USE APARTMENT WHAT WE CAN GENERATE
Generator Acrylic Material Flow of Current Pole Rotation Axis Rack Pinion COTE TOP TEN STUDENT COMPETITION 37 Floor Finish Material Concrete Slab Metal Decking Open Web Steel Joist Concrete Floor Finish Accoustical Lining Vapor Retarder Concrete Slab 4” Gravel Layer Metal Steel Framing Rubber Mount Steel Plate Handicapped Accessible Gypsum Board Stud & Insulation Floor Finish Material Light Weight Concrete Footing Metal Decking Open Web Steel Joist Wall Finish Trash Collection Service Resident Trash Access Medicine Storage Medicine Cabinet Exchange Resident Medicine Access Assisted Living Spaces Adaptations with community in mind Dining Facillity A place for Gathering Smart Facade The potentials of wind power
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