SAVE Welcome Center by Diana Blom

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WELCOME C E N T E R A FARMING REHABILITATION CENTER FOR U.S. VETERANS DIANA BLOM | FALL 2015 | IAPD 810

DIANA BLOM | FALL 2015 | IAPD 810

CONTENTS IN TRODUCTION

D E S IG N D E VE LO P ME NT

bridging the gap 6

process designs 62

description & phasing 8 FINA L D E S IG N programmatic requirements 10 exterior 66 RES EARCH

floor & site plan 68

injuries & symptoms 14

RCP, structure & axis 70

farm visits 16

materiality & furniture 72

precedent studies 28

reception & retail 74

site analysis 36

cafe, lounge, event space 76 front desk 78

PRO GRAM DEVELOP MENT front desk 80 spaces & users 40 existing & future factors 42

CO NCLU S IO N

facility program 44

future implications 84

site development 48

sources 86 special thanks 88

C O N CEP T DEVELOP MENT concept statement 52 factors & values 54 prospect & refuge 56 parti diagram 58

INTRODUCTION defining the purpose & mission of the project

B RIDG ING TH E GAP I N T R O D U C T I O N

B R I DGING T HE GAP

1.5 million veterans and transitioning soldiers are in need of a vocation 45% desire farming as an occupation

The U.S. needs 1 million farmers 63% of farms on last generation Average farmer’s age near 60 and 40% are over 65

Veteran farmers can fill this gap. The Department of Agriculture says, “We endorse”, and the Department of Defense says, “We will support”.

FROM SOLDIER TO AGRICULTURAL WORKFORCE: WHERE, HOW, AND WHEN CAN THEY LEARN?

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D E S CR I P T I ON Soldier Agricultural Vocation Education (SAVE) organization solicits your services to design a facility to rehabilitate the wounded soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan war. This facility will provide occupational agricultural training and engagement to 100 veterans, soldiers and family members on a training farm near Fort Riley. It will engage them early in the transition process, provide career orientation, journeyman level training and farm placement. There will be two segments: 1. Teaching Farm: Crops, livestock, vegetable and flower gardens, orchards, livestock, and apiaries, allied trades. Apprentice, journeyman, farm placement. 2. Healing Center: On the farm or adjacent to it, a private practice focusing on veterans in need of therapy. Individual, group, agricultural, horticultural, apicultural and spiritual therapy will be offered.

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On a training farm with an adjacent clinic, assist soldiers and veterans to transition, to find purpose and meaning in life and enable them to learn valuable vocational skills to meet the demand for agricultural ownership, employment or other advanced schooling. This facility will facilitate healing for those in need and place those trained on working farms in the area for mentorship with existing farmers.

Soldiers learn by watching a beekeeping demonstration

Proposed SAVE program location in Manhattan, Kansas

D ES CRIP TIO N & P H A SING I N T R O D U C T I O N

PHASING PHASE 1 (2015) • • • • • •

Complete business plan and refine over time Build alliances, form stakeholders group and form board, Incorporate. Farm Not for Profit. Clinic LLC. Complete farm design with KSU Schools of Architecture and Agriculture, Fort Riley staff and soldiers Form Board of Directors and incorporate Build focus teams for each major increment and endeavor Website, media blitz, and social media blitz

PHASE 2 (2016) • • • • • • •

Locate farm site Gain funding Select contractors to develop site Build to design plan Purchase equipment Build Programs of Instruction and operations manual Build list of mentor farmers and refine business plan

Future SAVE program location

PHASE 3 (2017) • • • • • • •

Complete construction Hire/train staff Gain necessary certifications Pilot program to intake first 30 trainees Revise as necessary Class assigned mentor farmers Certify trainees and hand off to mentors

PHASE 4 (2017) • •

Intake class of 60 Sustain/ improve/ revise as necessary

PHASE 5 (2018) • •

Intake class of 100 Sustain/ improve/ revise as necessary

P RO GR A M MATIC REQ U IREMENTS I N T R O D U C T I O N

RESEARCH gathering & analyzing information for the project

I NJ URY Night terrors occur when one re-experiences traumatic events through powerful flashbacks that last from thirty seconds to five minutes. They most commonly happne through dreams. Night terrors are often linked with insomnia, caused by recurrent horrifying nightmares, hyper-vigilance, and startled responses. In rare occasions, dissociative states are reached.

SYM PT O MS Symptoms include night sweats, shouting or screaming, self-injury from reactions, and on rare occasions, harm to others. Night terrors can lead to lack of sleep, which leads to countless other hazards and consequences.

TR E AT ME NT Imagery Rehearsal is a proven practice in which a repetitive nightmare is chosen and the story line is changged to lessen distress and create a safe conclusion. This new plot is mentally rehearsed many times.

JI M M Y

J E NNIFER

Jimmy confided in an army psychologist about his nightmares and memories that tortured him from his actions in Iraq. The psychologist labeled him as a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;conscious objectorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and refused to treat him as a client. The military mentality is that if minor physical injuries are not acceptable, mental illness is less so. Soldiers should not be reluctant to receive treatment or acknowledge weakness.

Jennifer felt empty after returning home from service and easily panicked when in public situations involving crowds. She trusted few and did not enjoy anything outside of her home. On a regular basis, it took her more than two hours to fall asleep, which led to about four to five hours of restless sleep with more than one nightmare about past traumatic events.

N IG H T TERRORS I N J U R I E S

S Y M P T O M S

P T SD SY M P T OM S

FLASHBACKS

According to the graph of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder symptoms veterans reported experiencing, many of the higher symptoms relate directly to night terrors.

AVOIDING TRIGGERS DISCONNECTION FROM PEOPLE DISCONNECTION FROM REALITY

WHAT IS P T SD? Post traumatic stress disorder is a mental health condition that is triggered by a terrifying event - either experiencing or witnessing it. Many people who go through traumatic events have difficulty adjusting and coping for a while, but if the symptoms gets worse or last for months or even years and interefere with functioning, it may be PTSD.

ANXIETY / PANIC ATTACKS SLEEP ISSUES ANGER SELF HARM / SELF ABUSE DEPRESSION

DESIGN IM P LICAT ION S

NIGHTMARES

• Decrease factors that would trigger flashbacks such as preventing any startling noises • Provide areas to confide and trust in others through designing for visibility and a sense of protection • Create a safe sleeping environment with no harmful object or barriers in bedrooms

HYPERVIGILANCE EMOTIONAL NUMBNESS INTRUSIVE/SUICIDAL THOUGHTS OTHER 20%

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“ M A N Y I N D I V I D UA L S D R E A D G O I N G T O B E D A N D S P E N D L O N G N I G H T S WAT C H I N G T V O R LY I N G O N T H E C O U C H T O AVO I D T H E N I G H T ’ S T E R R O R S . ”

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F A S T F ACT S • • • •

House is on 3 Acres 160 Acres Cropland 167 Acres Pasture 300 Acres Rented Grazing Pasture • 53 Cattle • 2 Bulls

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PRA IRIE WIN D G A RD E NS F A R M

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OVE RV IE W Mrs. Irene Johnson comes from a line of Swedes that settled in Kansas in the mid-1800s when the Kansas Central Railroad ran its line through this area. Her town of Olsburg, orignally spelled ”Olesburgh“, is is populated with just over 200 residents inside the city limits. Olsburg is located 20 miles north of Manhattan along Kansas Highway 16. With her home and land Mrs. Johnson has created beautiful gardens and calming walkways to reflect, medidate, and enjoy nature.

CULT U R E O F KA N S A S The midwestern ”Down Home Kansas “ culture that encompasses the area of these farms involves more than grassland prairie, corn, wheat, and cattle. Kansas is hospitality and hard work. Kansans know the importance of supporting local businesses becuase most are local businesses themselves. They take pride in the livestock they raise and crops they grow and gladly share their knowledge with those who want to know more through agrotourism and organizations like 4H and Future Farmers of America. Days are filled with long hours but end with chuckwagon dinners, swing dancing, and delicious farm-to-table meals of meat and potatoes. There’s no place like Kansas.

B E EHIVE

A P P L E TR E E S

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Hive kept away from main circulation, honey is collected to jar

FRO NT PO N D

FLO W ERS

Pond populated with koi fish and floating lilypads, path along one side with named plants, a large bell that is rung on special occasions

B IR D C AG E BAC K P O N D

This smaller water feature is populated with koi fish, frogs, and floating lilypads. The water flows down multiple levels and creates a pleasant sound and energy flow sand offers seating nearby for reflection for longer periods of time.

F E N C ED G A R D E N

HO USE

HO R SE P E N S

10 BI RD CO O P

Multiple bird species are housed here with living space inside and outside.

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Creates a soothing experience to walk through, many plant species including fragrant, soft, and edible ones

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Small store facility to sell small scale goods attached to a large storage facility that houses tractors, golf carts, kayaks, & supplies

S T O RE & SH ED

FL O W ERED PATH S

DID YOU KNOW? • • •

H AY I N FI EL D

The bees in her yard drink water from the ponds Chickens develop their own routines of when they go in for the night, eat dinner, and other daily routines Ms. Johnson uses a golf cart to show the grounds to disabled visitors.

SENS O RY S TI M U LAT I O N Light through foliage Bird sounds, Rustling plants, Flowing water Flowers, manure Textures of flowers, Velvet weed, Water, Stones Grapes, Fallen apples

BACK PO N D POND C IR C ULAT I O N The front pond pictured at the left provides a layout that gives one the opportunity to walk and meditate with the path created along the backside with plants. The shaded, fairly level area of grass and gravel provide the space and atmosphere for one to meditate and relax through walking. The back pond provides and alternate experience with multiple options for seating and reflecting sedentarily. Its layout is more complex and small scaled, discouraging constant movement in the space.

DES IG N IMP L I CAT I O N S Prairie Wind Gardens provides a wonderful example of reflective gardens for reflecting, meditating, and connecting spiritually. Those that might live with disabilities or mental illnesses, or anyone for that matter, can benefit from spending time in nature. Spending time in areas such as this will help in other aspects of oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life, such as the ability to concentrate on tasks. This is proved by the Attention Restoration Theory which states that people can concentrate better after spending time in nature, or even looking at scenes of nature. Mrs. Johnson provided various experiences within her garden such as walking paths, small gardens, and opened and closed seating areas.

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D R . L U C I N DA S T U E N K EL 1 835 PA R A L L E L ROA D PA L M E R , K S 6 6 9 6 2

F A S T FAC T S • • • • • • •

House is on 6 Acres 800 Acres Cropland 400 Acres native Pasture 100 Acres for Other Uses 80 Cattle, +40 Replacement 2 Bulls 12 Steers

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S U N NY DAY F ARM S F A R M

V I S I T

OVERV IE W The farm received its name from Lucinda’s nickname “Sunshine”, given to her at her first job 26 years ago. The email name was taken, but “Sunny Day” is pretty close. Sunny Day Farms is known for its use of “rotational grazing” in which livestock are routinely moved to fresh pastures for the health of both the animals and the grasses. With her own experience and Doctorate in Ecology from Kansas State University, Lucinda enjoys sharing her knowledge of farming and conservation efforts with who visit. She hosts demonstrations, workshops, and agrotourism events for those wanting to learn or provides a place to stay for those wanting to turn off all connections for a weekend to hunt coyotes, birdwatch, or take prairie flower walks. Lucinda serves as a wonderful example for female-managed farms. Years ago, her husband and brother-in-law tragically passed in an automobile accident. Since then, Lucinda has adapted the farming techniques from her husband and transformed them into workable methods for herself as a female farm owner. Sunny Day Farms not only serves as an encouraging example for women running farms but also as an environmentally-conscious system wanting to better the land she’s using.

C HIC KE N , D U C K & G O O SE HO USE

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Special stalls for birthing with a headgate that doesn’t require strength to operate, used for medical procedures and nursing. Calves are also checked and weighed here using a pulley system. Each pen is 12’x12’ and can be opened up to create a 12’x24’ pen.

CAT T L E WAT ER

MAC HIN E & C AT TL E

FU T U RE LO DGE

MAT E R N I T Y BA R N

This is an area with a headgate where cattle can be treated or examined or to be herded into a trailer.

Solid concrete bottom to prevent hay from getting in mud. Basket form lets hay drop onto conrete to still be edible for cattle.

A recent addition to the front of the house provides sunlit seating and a transition into the home.

(Not shown). Mirafount mechanism for cows to easily drink water when in the pastures.

S EN S O RY S T I MU LAT I O N Gentle hills, Tall grasses Cows mooing Manure, New construction

Dirt compacting under feet, Soft dog fur

M ATE R N I TY BA RN ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS Lucinda makes many “green” efforts and all-natural approaches on her farm. These include eliminating fly spray within the next three years, utilizing natural lighting whenever possible, and using a compost toilet with a lagoon instead of a septic system. She also priorititzes cattle’s health and well-being through limiting barbed wire locations, not herding using forceful methods, and keeping grain from their diets, which is known to increase risk of Ecoli. Mylo stalks is one type of cover crop feed she uses that is a healthy option for cattle to graze on.

H AY BA I L S DID YOU KNOW? • Cattle move in circles and will circle entire perimeter of a pasture before grazing unless they are aleady familiar with it • Cattle hate going downhill and into darkness • Cows stay at 101° internally and require good ventilation to prevent illness.

HAY BA I L H O L D E R D E S I GN

LAND USE Rotational Grazing is used for the health of cattle and the land. Land is grazed for eight days and rested for 40 to increase land fertility. Cover Crops lessen the amount of hay necessary to feed cattle and account for one-third of the cropland. Rock Check Dams stop dirt and sediment from running into the stream. Mesh and Stone Ground Covering keeps stone from sinking into the ground and having to be replaced. Theoretically, it should last forever. Crabgrass limits mud due to its root structure. Certain grasses such as plantain and chickory eaten by cattle naturally prevents worms and parasites. Lines of Trees serve as windbreaks for areas of work and for the cattle. Lucinda does not use controlled burning.

T ES T I N G T HE CAT T L E CH UTE

NEEDS IMPROVEMENT The following could be improved on Lucindaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s farm: ** Allowing more natural light inside the home and farm buildings to minimize artificial lighting asethetics and cost ** Placing more windows in her home would allow more visibility to monitor cattle or children outside ** Changing the sliding panels on machinery to slide horizontally instead of pull up vertically to reduce the amount of unncessary work ** Constructing a raincover on any outdoor work areas in case on inclement weather ** Creating more accessible storage areas other than the shallow height hay storage about the maternity barn pens

MI RA FO U N T DEVI CE

DESIGN IMPLICATIONS Lucinda employs strategic methods to minimize work and run a farm mostly by herself in a successful manner. Researching and spending time on testing methods and procedures will produce the most cost and time effective ways of running a farm like Lucinda has done here. In the maternity barn, designing for both user and operator has been considered. Despite a few minor changes or additions, Lucinda is pleased working in the barn because it is physically comfortable for her and for the cattle. It also provides flexibility when more or less space is needed inside a pen.

HAY S T O RAGE

FAST FACTS

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House is on 12 Acres 3000 Acres Cropland 3200 Acres Pasture 350 Cattle 6 Bulls 4 Full-time Employees 10-15 Seasonal Employees

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RIVER CREEK FARM F A R M

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OVE RV IE W Beginning with Sherman Mertz in 1891, River Creek Farms has been owned and operated by the Mertz families for almost six generations. The main crops grown at River Creek Farms are corn and soybeans, with some wheat and alfafa on leased and owned cropland. Their livestock include cows, bulls, and sheep, among others.The farm headquarters is along Kansas State Highway 18 about nine miles east of Manhattan in the Kaw Valley River bottom. Most of the cropland is in this river valley, with some upland ground. The Mertz family is utilizing more technology-oriented tools and tecniques as time goes on so they â&#x20AC;&#x153;Work Smart, Not Hardâ&#x20AC;?. Using critical thinking and self-analysis saves lives. With such a large-scale farm, efficiency is a top priority!

FUTURE CATTLE PENS

S HEEP BARN

HAY & S I L AG E S T O R AG E

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U NU S ED S I L O S

MACHI N E & CAT T L E

Foundation is currently poured for cattle pens.

Silage is stored between walls of hay. Hay can be sold and the silage is fed to cattle during the winter months.

G R IN D IN G S H E D

These silos are no longer used due to updated machinery and tecniques.

Hay is bailed here either by wire wrapping (1 minute/bail) or net wrapping (8 seconds/bail).

SIL O S & E L E VAT O R S

SHOP

Includes welding space for fixing and storing tools, combine storage, a bathroom, small office, and two large sliding doors that provide cross ventilation.

Pens and the squeeze shoot utilized when cattle need medications or treatments.

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The Mertz Residence allows easy access for disabled guests with a ramp and first-floor accomodations.

S EN S O RY S T I MU LAT I O N

Machinery, Hay, Tall silos Cows. Working men, Machines, Sheep Manure, Flowers

Feet kicking up gravel

HAY & S I L AG E S TO RAGE CLIM AT E & WEATHER Because most storms here approach from the west and head east, Mrs. Mertz highly recommends placing the homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s porch along the east side for more favorable weather conditions. Along the north side of the home acreage a line of thick trees provides a windbreak from the biting winter winds. The south side is left open becuase it is generally nicer.

DID YOU KNOW?

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Cattle naturally move against the flow. So if you walk past them in the direction they are facing away from, they will walk forward.

NE W & OLD CAT TLE BUNKS The old, cylindrical cattle bunks used on the farm can be seen on the left and the newer, rectangular bunks on the right. The older design allowed for grain and food to drop in the narrow spaces between the ground and bunks, which led to wasting food and attracting rodents and other pests. The newer design solves this problem by eliminating the awkward crease underneath and is even easier for machinery to work around with its simple, ninety-degree angles, The concrete material of each is durable and replaceable.

LA ND U S E Most of the cropland is in the river valley with some upland ground. Some irrigation uses center pivots and flood irrigation. During the summer, the cattle graze in Bluestem pastures in the Flint Hills just south of the farm. In the fall and winter they eat cornstalks. Sloping the land to 1-1.5% allows runoff and flood zoning areas and naturally filters out manure. They do burn fields.

U NU S ED S I L O S NEED S IMPROV E M E N T The following could be improved on the Merts family farm: ** Installing an eyewash or shower station in case of emergency contact with chemicals or fire in the shop ** Constructing a better office and break room within the shop that serves as a place to eat lunch and make calls ** Replacing the existing squeeze shoot that requires manual labor to one with hydraulic mechanisms for those with disabilities or lack of strength

T O O L S HO P DES IG N IMP L I CAT I O N S

The Mertz family farm operation is at a much, much larger scale than the farm rehabilitation center will be, but provides an example for how large-scale system methods, techniques, and mindsets could be passed down to smaller sites. The total acreage of the farm rehabilitation will be less than 2% of the total land the Mertz family uses but many needs will still be identical. Through observing what needs are still to be addressesed on the Mertz farm, certain aspects we might not have considered, like the many functions of a break room, will now be on the design radar.

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153 91 KULTURHUSET I YTTERJÄRNA JÄRNA, SWEDEN

SIT E M A P

SURROU NDI N GS Kulturcentrum is located along the Baltic Coast of Sweden in the region of Järan. Biodynamic farms, open meadows, and the forests of Södermanland surround the site. In addition to the multitude of building here but not immediate site complex, there is also therapeutic housing for children and adults with disabilities and the Skilleby Gård farm that produces much of the local organic agricultural products.

KU LTU RCEN TRU M JÄRNA P R E C E D E N T

S T U D Y

OVE RVIE W Kulturcentrum Järna is a complex made up of various buildings in Ytterjärna, Sweden, including a clinic, a hotel, shops, schools and restaurants that function anthroposophically. In this system of philosophy, all activities within the Kulturcentrum Järna began with and are inspired by Anthroposophy. This is the educational, therapeutic, and creative system established by Rudolf Steiner which seeks to use natural means to optimize physical health, mental health and well-being. It can be thought of as a method of inquiry or a path of research rather than a fixed set of ideas. Anthroposophy even carries into this Järna’s manner of farming. Biodynamic farming employs a holistic understanding of agricultural processes and approaches agrilculture to bring about balance and healing, rather than adopt an assemblage of methods and techniques.

A R C HIT E C T U R E Erik Asmussen and colleagues were the architects and designers for these unified group of buildings, with collaboration from Arne Klingborg and color designer Fritz Fuchs. The designs use organic forms with natural materials, lighting and color. Each building’s design is meant to support the intended activity within it. For example, the Eurythmy building’s high ceilings lift those practicing Eurythmy and the eight sides stimulate movement and choreaography.

SIT E & O R I E N TAT I O N

S PAT I AL O RGAN I ZAT I ON LEARNING (FARM) RETREATING

FINLAND NORWAY SWEDEN

The site of Kulturcentrum Järna is situated along the Baltic Coast which allows for beautiful views and opportunities for reflection.

SHOPPING & DINING LEARNING HEALING ENTERTAINING

Similar functions of the site are grouped together for like experiences. The main road runs closest to the most public groupings (Kulturhuset, hotel, shopping, and dining) for easier access and visibility.

KULTURCENTRUM This educational project funded on anthroposophic principles developed into an institution providing education and knowledge that promotes art, health, and human development.

KULTURHUSET A theater, restaurant, café, conference facilities, and offices can be found here with the intent to inspire innovation in all areas of life.

JÄRNA KAFÉ This bakery in the foyer of Kulturhuset serves buns, cakes, and coffee from their own blend. The food served reflects the turning of the seasons and can be tried for lunch or weekend evening dinners.

MATBYGGET REST. This restaurant offers a lunch buffet based on topquality biodynamic and organic ingredients from local producers of crops and animal products.

ROBYGGE This “shop for all senses” sells a wide range of goods like clothes, skin care and toys, all which promote tradition and handcraft.

S A LTÅ K VA R N S BU T I K Saltå Kvarns is an organic food company and bakery that sells flour, cereals, beans, müsli, nuts, pasta, fruit juices, and fresh bread.

NIBBLE TRÄGÅRD This market garden produces flowers, fruit, vegetables and herbs for sale along with Jårna dairy products and bread from local bakeries. This facility includes fields, a greenhouse, and a shop.

HOTELL K.HUSET This hotel has multiple room color. Organic breakfast buffet is served with locally produced ingredients. They offer bicycles to rent, conference facilities, wine tastings, a gym, and massages.

VIDARKLINIKEN The Vidar Clinic integrates conventional medicine with anthroposophical methods. Its design stimulates healing and harmony for those with cancer, pain conditions, stress, and other internal conditions.

TRÄDGÅRDSPARKEN Here one can find cultivated beds, 100-year-old fruit tress, a rose garden, and a little reed house by the water. The wekm Ekoleden Trail runs past here and through neightboring farms, forest, and the Baltic Sea Coast.

SKYSPACE Skyspace’s white walls and cupola to the sky provide a place to meditate, reflect, and be still. Its design uses Swedish traditional materials.

NATURBRUKSGYM. This upper level school focuses on ecologicalbiodynamic cultivation and animal husbandry. Students work with animals, the land, forest, and market gardens.

ÖRJANSKOLAN This is a non-profit elementary and high school that teaches according to Waldorf principles.

DESIG N IMP L I CAT I O N S Kulturcentrum’s site planning is key in its success. Having a well-organized that separates buildings that want more attention (stores, restaurants) with the more private buildings (clinic, school). The holistic concept is carried out well through every element of design and business from the on-site produced ingredients to the locally sourced building materials.

1417 VERSAILLES ROAD LAWRENCEBURG, KENTUCKY 40342 EX T ER IOR

A R C HIT E C TU R E The visitor centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s peaked-roof form imitates the simple and iconic barn silhouettes used by Kentucky tobacco barns common to the area. The simple form of the building presents a clear and recognizable marker on the landscape. The straightforward shape is contrasted by the intricacy of the building skin that creates a shifting sense of scale from the approach to the actual entering of the building. The chevron-patterned stained wood planks cladding adds a bit more complexity with its subtle texture on the heavy timber structure that reflect light from different angles to render various tones.

WI LD T UR K E Y B OU RB O N VIS ITO RS CTR. P R E C E D E N T

S T U D Y

OVE RVIE W Size: 9,140 square feet Site: 400 acres Year: 2013 Location: Lawrenceburg, Kentucky Architects: De Leon & Primmer Architecture Workshop Spaces: gift shop, interactive exhibits, event venues, a tasting room, administrative offices This building is the newest component of recent additions and expansions to the Wild Turkey Bourbon Distillery Complex and it is one of seven original member distilleries of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. The new visitors center serves as a forefront to the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s re-branding effort.

S IT E & O R I E N TAT I O N

ARCHITECT URAL FORM

KENTUCKY RIVER

The visitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s center is located on a bluff overlooking the Kentucky River. The surrounding local landscape relies on local wild grasses wild grasses, which require no irrigation and provide a food source for the birds.

The peaked-roof form imitates the simple and iconic barn silhouette used by Kentucky tobacco barns common to the area.

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SN SPAT IA L OR G A N I Z ATI O N Internally, the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spaces are arranged on two levels that connect via a public promenade that ends in an elevated tasting room overlooking the Kentucky River, which is the bourbonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s base water source. In homage to the riverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nearby bridges, a wooden trestle element serves as an axis from which the various programmatic elements are reached. The axis and central hallway takes the form of a ramp that escalates upwards and terminates at the tasting room overlooking the river. The entire east side, tasting room and multipurpose space below, is covered with glass panels to allow visitors to appreciate the landscape from the primary group gathering spaces.

CE NTRAL AXI S Here you can see how the semi-enclosed ramp serves as a dividing axis and primary focal element that leads visitors from the lower level of product knowledge to the tasting room where the product is actually experienced. Symbolically, the axis leads visitors from the darkness of the lower, west side level to the higher level of the sunny, glass-walled enlightenment of tasting and experiencing the bourbon.

MAT E R IA L I T Y Cork flooring, a repurposed copper bourbon still, Douglas fir lattices, ash wall panels, and a pine ceiling bring warm tones to the interior and serve as a juxtaposition to the dark-stained interior. As one moves through the space the experience begins in the dark structure and transforms into a lighter, delicate space perched above the river with a beautiful view.

DES IG N IMP L I CAT I O N S The Wild Turkey Bourbon Visitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center utilizes architecture and design as a brand communication tool and not a spotlight for the design firm. The building turns visitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; focus to the history of the company, the quality of their products, and the beautiful site that Wild Turkey Bourbon draws inspiration from and appreciates. In this building, branding goes beyond logos and transforms it into feelings of warmth and an experiential atmosphere that engages all senses. Playful light through the wooden slats, the sound of turkeys on the landscape, the homey aroma of cedar, handson exhibits, and taste of bourbon all augment the visitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; connection to the Wild Turkey Bourbon brand. Though the product itself is the heart of what the company is all about, this architecture heightens its values and brings its personality to life for others to connect with.

MARVIN HACHMEISTER W 6 2 N D AV E N U E MANHATTAN, KS 66503

DID YOU KNOW? ** Bees can travel up to three miles away from their hive in one day. ** Goats eat weeds before they eat grass but are difficult animals to contain. ** There are generally 60,000 bees in one hive and each hive houses about 100 pounds of honey

1 O L D RAI L ROAD

S IT E M A P

2 REN T ED ACREAGE

Marvin farms this property but does not own it.

3 EXI S T I N G S T RU CT U RES

Existing structures on location include one large shed with divisions of open storage portions and one garage with an overhead door, along with a small barn connected to the cattle pen.

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Marvin owns this parking lot and leases it to the city.

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6 FT . RI LEY PRO PERT Y

Helicopters often land on this hill for training purposes.

S I TE L OC AT I O N This site is located just a few miles west from the heart of downtown Manhattan and is easy to access from public roads. The site is located within a flood plain, which needs to be taking into consideration. For example, the house located across the street has a first level that rises a few feet above the natural ground to defend itself from high water. Immediately to the southeast of the property is a public park called Wildcat Creek Park. This park is frequented by Manhattanites for campfires and enjoying nice weather. To the southwest of the property one can see a large, lighter strip of land which is a firestop. Fort Riley land is located on the other side of this and frequently landing military helicopters might pose a problem for patients learning to deal with post-war trauma.

P RO J ECT SITE S I T E

S T U D Y

OVE RV IE W Marvin Hachmeister is a lively, 84-year-old U.S. veteran who has developed tried and true methods of how he runs his farm. Just on the outskirts of Manhattan, away from bustling “city life”, you’ll find Marvin’s farm. He currently farms alfalfa and soy beans this year, but often rotates each year and corn is next in line. Marvin’s newest equipment on the farm is from 1962, proving his point that success in farming does not come from the biggest and newest equipment, but from excellent management. Marvin graduated from Kansas State University after learning about agriculture and mechanics and later became a professor on the subjects. His best advice, which applies to more than just farming, is to “keep your mouth shut and your eyes and ears open”. Learn through experience.

EXI S T IN G B E E H I V E S

EXI S T IN G C RO PL A N D

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT considering the design requirements for the project

F OY ER

R E TA I L

S EAT I N G

S ERVI CE

GREENHOUSE

Front Desk

Displays

Lounge Seating

Bathrooms

Plants

Transition Space

Refrigeration

Dining Seating

Product Prep.

Equipment

Main Ciruclation

Cashwrap

Cafe

Office

Wash Station

Coat Storage

Shopping Baskets

Event Space

Janitor Closet

Functions include: Functions include: Functions include: Transitioning space Conversing Maintaining plants Checking in visitors Dining Replanting Providing info. Waiting Taking for purchase Transacting sales Preparing F & B Carrying products Wrapping purchases Ordering F & B Storing equipment Answering telephone Enjoying atmosphere Receiving shipments Advertising events Circulating

Functions include: Displaying products Arranging flowers Showcasing art Restocking products Carrying products

Functions include: Using bathrooms Storing products Preparing products Administration Accessing supplies Storing belongings

S PACES & USE RS P R O G R A M

D E V E L O P M E N T

USE R S C O N V E R S AT I O NA L I S T S & CO N S U MERS Individuals or small groups visiting to meet with those on campus, with each other to enjoy the atmosphere, or shopping for products and/or produce. Opportunities within the interiors should be made evident to this group in terms of shopping, dining, relaxing, etc. with visible wayfinding to each. This group is possibly the most important because they represent the primary end users of the Welcome Center and come in contact the most with every scale of the design from shopping baskets and cafe seating to overall appearance and aesthetic.

E V E N T AT TE N D EES Families and friends attending a farm-to-table dinner event or special occasion on the campus. These individuals utilize the public parking and enter the campus through the Welcome Center on their way to the Dining Center. An evident and clear circulation path would allow simple wayfinding to this location. They might need directions on their way and future event information could be especially relevant and of interest to this group.

E M PL OY E E S & VO L U N T EERS Individuals working or volunteering at front desk, greenhouse, gardens, retail spaces or cafe. Consider the ability to smoothly carry out tasks for each job such as stocking retail displays, packaging products, taking inventory, preparing food and beverages, wrapping purchases, opening/closing, etc. Storage for personal belongings and food is necessary. Spatial priorities include easy access to back service areas and visibility of the majority of the buidling.

T O U R G RO U PS Groups from schools or elsewhere in the community come to learn about the SAVE program and tour the campus and its facilities. Time spent in the Welcome Center for groups will be minimal because facilities to accommodate large groups are located in the Dining Center building within close proximity. The Welcome Center will serve the role of a check-in, possible waiting, and gift shop location for groups of a considerable amount.

B.O.H.

R E TA I L

GRE E N HOU S E

F OYE R

S E AT I N G

A DJAC E NC IE S All major spaces are accessible and visible from the foyer upon first entering the Welcome Center. This is not only functional but also represents that the Welcome Center serves as the â&#x20AC;&#x153;entrance gateâ&#x20AC;? to the entire campus for non-residents. From here, all other locations branch off into their respective sites and functions. A handful of strong relationships between the branched functions exist. The greenhouse and retail spaces require close proximity to limit the distance customers must carry shopping baskets and peruse products and produce. Retail must be accessible to back of house services for product preparation and stocking purposes. The cafe and seating areas are best located with physical and visual access to the exterior environment for the opportunity to experience outdoor dining, conversating, or nature-viewing.

TERR IT OR I E S PERSONAL SPACE The front desk (reception & cashwrap) serve as a sense of personal space and security for the employee. Seating groupings imply temporary ownership for guests to feel comfortable and at ease in the environment. This allows visitors and residents to connect on a deeper level. PRIVACY Bathrooms need a high level of privacy for obvious reasons. The front desk requires visual privacy to conceal sensitive information regarding financial or personal matters. At least some of the seating groupings should allow for implied privacy within the immediate environment for private conversations. INTERACTION Emphasized interactions include people to people, people to product, and people to place. On a fundamental level, people should be connecting with one another in this building whether it be over a cup of coffee or shopping together. The relationship between people and products should be tangible so that consumers better understand the qualities of the products and produce they come in contact with. Lastly, the relationship between people and place should draw people close to the earth in the sense that they reach an understand of where their food originates and how it is cared for and processed before it reaches their plates.

E XI S T I N G & F U TU RE F ACTORS P R O G R A M

D E V E L O P M E N T

SPATIAL ORGANIZATION OUTDOOR SEATING 710 sf

SEATING & CAFE 1950 sf

FOYER 650 sf SERVICE GREENHOUSE

730 sf

ENTRANCE

RETAIL 540 sf

Size allotment is determined by its hierarchical level. The largest space, seating and cafe, represents the most fundamental value of connection. On the opposite end of the spectrum, retail occupies the least amount of square footage as a result of symbolizing the highest value of appreciation.

1000 sf

CIRCULAT ION Primary movement through the space relies upon the linear path through the foyer beginning at the main entrance door running though the greenhouse on the opposite end. Branches from this linear path extend out to other spaces such as bathrooms, retail, and cafe but the straightfoward form allows those passing through to do with ease.

EXIS T ING E L E M E N T S Currently only soybean crops exist on the future site of the welcome center. The existing gravel road, 62nd street, will lead visitor vehicular traffic to the campus entrance.

DI M E NS ION A L R E Q U I R E M ENTS All areas will be ADA accessible for both the visiting public and those operating the Welcome Center. Everything from basic bathroom codes to maintaining plants from a wheelchair will be applied so that this building does not limit or exclude any individual or group of people. All furniture and products within the Welcome Center will abide by ADA standards to accomodate those will disabilities and physical impairments. If not addressed by code, the accessibility for all will be highly prioritized in the design of all furniture, products, and equipments.

F AC IL IT Y P RO G R A M

A table organized by spaces and their qualitative and quantitative needs.

DEPARTMENT

I D

SPACE

SIZE

FUNCTION

INITIAL EXTERIOR

Vehicular Access & Entry

Two lanes wide, 30 spaces

Vehicular entrance to site from 62nd Street, Public parking, First impressions, Service/loading space

Foyer

600 sf

Transition & acclimation space, Axis to "Hub" facility

Front Desk

100 sf

Welcome & direct guests, Provide information, Cashwrap for retail products

Bathrooms

150 sf

Two toilet facilities for one male and one female

Back Room

250 sf

Stores retail products, Package preparation, Employee personal storage, Computer and telephone for inventory, communication, etc.

Mechanical

15 sf

Stores mechanical equipment for the building

Janitor Closet

15 sf

Stores cleaning supplies for the building

Retail

400 sf

Display retail products like produce, jams, honey, handmade goods, meat, etc.

Wash sink

25 sf

Washing sink for pick-your-own produce from the greenhouse

Cafe

75 sf

Prepare small meals and drinks to illustrate how produce, meats, and products can be used and enjoyed

Indoor Seating

1000 sf

Waiting to meet others, Eating/drinking something from the cafe, Enjoying the space

Outdoor Seating

500 sf

Waiting to meet others, Eating something from cafe, Enjoying the outdoors

Greenhouse

1200 sf

Climate-controlled space to grow higher-maintenance plants, Pick-your-own produce or flowers to purchase Enjoy walking through it as an experience

Greenhouse Equipment

50 sf

Stores equipment needed to take care of plants in greenhouse

Gardens

3 Acres

Walk garden paths, Pick-your-own produce or flowers

62nd Str

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BOH

RETAIL

SEATING

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Caf

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F ACIL ITY P RO GRAM P R O G R A M

D E V E L O P M E N T

PROXEMICS

FURN./EQUIP.

ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITIES

ENVIRONMENTAL NEEDS

62nd Street, Building entrance

Main campus & Directional signage

Natural, Avoid concrete mass

Easily navigable, Signage lighting

Entrance, Front desk, Indoor seating

Coat hooks

Light, Airy, Grand

Wayfinding and simple navigation

N/A

Entrance, Foyer, Indoor seating, BOH

Desk, Computer, Cash register, Telephone, Shopping bags

Welcoming, Light, Impressive, Beautiful

Space for 1-2 people to serve as reception and/or salesperson

N/A

Foyer

Toilets, Lavatories, Drinking fountain

Comfortable, Secure

Easily cleaned and maintained

N/A

Front desk, Retail

Product storage, Work counters, Fridge, Microwave, Personal storage, Computer, Desk

Comfortable, Productive, Organized

Flexibility, Spacious, Pleasant workspace

BOH

Mechanical equipment

N/A

Infrequent access

N/A

Bathrooms

Mop sink, Supplies storage

N/A

Low to no maintenance, Washable, Non-porous materials

N/A

Front Desk, Greenhouse, BOH

Refrigerator/Freezer, Displays, Shevling, Scale

Open and exploratory space, Hightlight retail

Space to peruse products and move leisurely through the space with a bag/basket

Greenhouse

Wash sink, Storage

Pleasant, Continuation of Greenhouse

Space to park shopping cart, Ledges to set produce

Indoor Seating, Outdoor Seating, Storage

Prep counter, Sink, Refrigerator, Small kitchen appliances

Comfortable, Homey

Comfortable, Specified fridge and freezer temp.

Possible expan

Reception & CafĂŠ

Small dining tables and chairs, Lounge seating, Coffee and side tables

Mood lighting for a warm and homey environment

Options of prospect and refuge, Comfort, Versatile for groups

Possible expan

CafĂŠ & Indoor seating

Dining tables and chairs, Lounge chairs, Coffee and side tables

Spacious, Magical, Open (prospect)

Consider passive methods in building design

Could expand outw would be in s

Greenhouse equipment, Front desk

Planter boxes, Misters, Heat lamps

Magical, Sunny, Light, Playful

70-75 degrees at all times

Expansion through greenhouse

Greenhouse

Sink, Hose, Storage, Basic hand tools

Well lit but hidden, Ventilated

N/A

Greenhouse, Welcome Center

Benches and seating, Basic hand tools

Lit paths, Meditative, Natural connection

Accessible for disabled

FUTURE FACT

Possible expan

Possibly more st

Possibly more di

N/A

Possible expan

F AC IL IT Y P RO G R A M ( C O N T â&#x20AC;&#x2122; D)

I ENVIRONMENTAL SPACE DEPARTMENT D QUALITIES INITIAL Vehicular Access Natural, Avoid concrete mass 1 & Entry EXTERIOR Light, Foyer 2 Airy, Grand

ENTRY Welcoming, Light, Impressive, Front Desk 3Beautiful Comfortable, Secure Bathrooms 4 Comfortable, Productive, Back Room 5Organized

BOH

N/AMechanical

Janitor Closet N/A

Open and exploratory space, Retail 8 Hightlight retail

RETAIL

Pleasant, Continuation Wash sink 9 of Greenhouse

ENVIRONMENTAL SIZE NEEDS

FUNCTION FUTURE FACTORS

CON

Easily navigable,Vehicular entrance to site from 62nd Street, Public Two lanes wide, Possible expansion Signage lighting parking, First impressions, Service/loading space 30 spaces

Wayfinding and simple N/A Axis to "Hub" facility F 600 sf Transition & acclimation space, navigation

Space for 1-2 people Welcome to serve as& direct guests, Provide information, Cashwrap Mulit100 sf N/A for retail products reception and/or salesperson consid Easily150 cleaned and maintained sf Two toilet facilities for N/A one male and one female Stores retail products, Package preparation, Employee Flexibility, Spacious, Pleasant 250 sf personal storage, Computer telephone for Possibly more and storage workspace inventory, communication, etc. 15 sf for the building Infrequent access Stores mechanical equipment N/A Low to no maintenance, N/A for the building 15 sf Stores cleaning supplies Washable, Non-porous materials

Space to peruse products and Display retail products like produce, jams, How s move leisurely Possibly more displays 400 sf through the space Han honey, handmade goods, meat, etc. with a bag/basket Space to park shopping cart, 25 sf Ledges to set produce

Washing sink for pick-your-own N/A produce from the greenhouse

Cafe Comfortable, Homey #

Comfortable, Specified fridge small and meals and drinks to illustrate how produce, Prepare Possible expansion Handicap 75 sf freezer temp. meats, and products can be used and enjoyed

Mood lighting for a warm and 11 Indoor Seating homey environment

Options of prospect andWaiting refuge, to meet others, Eating/drinking something Elemen 1000 sf Possible expansion Comfort, Versatile for groups from the cafe, Enjoying the space create h

SEATING

Spacious, Magical, 12 Outdoor Seating Open (prospect) Magical, 13 Sunny, Greenhouse Light, Playful Greenhouse

Well lit but Ventilated GREENS 14 hidden, Equipment Lit paths, Meditative, Gardens 15 Natural connection

Waiting Could to meet others,outwards Eating something Consider passive methods in expand but 500 sf from cafe,would Enjoying the outdoors building design be in sun

After

Climate-controlled space to grow higher-maintenance Expansion through multiple Most s 1200degrees sf 70-75 at allplants, times Pick-your-own produce or flowers to purchase greenhouses Enjoy walking through it as an experience 50 sf

N/A

Stores equipment needed to take N/A care of plants in greenhouse

3 Acres for disabled Walk garden paths, Possible Pick-your-own produce or flowers M Accessible expansion

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS QUALITIES

ENVIRONMENTAL NEEDS

FUTURE FACTORS

CONSIDERATIONS

Water drainage, Natural, Avoid concrete mass School buses

Easily navigable, Signage lighting

Possible expansion

Water drainage, School buses

Light, First impression Airy, Grand

Wayfinding and simple navigation

N/A

First impression

Welcoming, Mulit-use approach, Light, Impressive, Design considering Beautiful disabled users

Space for 1-2 people to serve as reception and/or salesperson

N/A

Mulit-use approach, Design considering disabled users

Comfortable, Baby care Secure

Easily cleaned and maintained

N/A

Baby care

Comfortable, Productive, Security Organized

Flexibility, Spacious, Pleasant workspace

Possibly more storage

Security

N/A

Infrequent access

N/A

WaterN/A drainage

Low to no maintenance, Washable, Non-porous materials

N/A

Water drainage

Open How shoppers and exploratory gather items, space, Handicap Hightlight accessibility retail

Space to peruse products and move leisurely through the space with a bag/basket

Possibly more displays

How shoppers gather items, Handicap accessibility

Pleasant, Continuation Water drainage of Greenhouse

Space to park shopping cart, Ledges to set produce

N/A

Water drainage

Comfortable, Handicap employeeHomey accessibility

Comfortable, Specified fridge and freezer temp.

Possible expansion

Handicap employee accessibility

Elements Mood lighting such as foraafireplace warm and to create homey homestead environment atmosphere

Options of prospect and refuge, Comfort, Versatile for groups

Possible expansion

Elements such as a fireplace to create homestead atmosphere

ds but n

Spacious, Magical, Afternoon sun from West Open (prospect)

Consider passive methods in building design

Could expand outwards but would be in sun

Afternoon sun from West

ultiple

Most sun exposure possible, Magical, Sunny, Light, Playful Water drainage

70-75 degrees at all times

Expansion through multiple greenhouses

Most sun exposure possible, Water drainage

Well litWater but hidden, drainage Ventilated

N/A

Water drainage

Lit paths, Meditative, Moments of rest Natural connection

Accessible for disabled

Possible expansion

Moments of rest

ORS

age

lays

ORCHARDS

CAMPUS CHAPEL

ORCHARDS CROPS

CLINIC & REC RESIDENCES LIVESTOCK

HONEY

GARDENS

CENTER WELCOME CENTER BARNS LIVESTOCK

FU L L S IT E

CAM P US CLOSE UP

Primary movement through the space relies upon the linear path through the foyer beginning at the main entrance door running though the greenhouse on the opposite end. Branches from this linear path extend out to other spaces such as bathrooms, retail, and cafe but the straightforward form allows those passing through to do with ease.

When looking closer to the main campus, the spatial relationships between the buildings and functions become evident. One example is that the Livestock Barns and other farming-related facilities are located on the southern side away from the more populated locations to keep noise and odors distant. Another example is how residences and private parking are located farthest away from the public entrance to provide a retreat away from interruptions.

P RO J ECT SITE P R O G R A M

D E V E L O P E M N T

62ND STREET

ORCHARDS

GARDENS

“HUB”

WELCOME CENTER GREENHOUSE PUBLIC PARKING

VIS IT OR CI R CU LAT I O N When driving to the SAVE Campus down 62nd Street from Anderson Avenue, visitors will leave their vehicle and enter the Welcome Center. This process will almost always be the same for visitors to ensure guests are properly checked in and informed or to provide ease of access to any of the spaces within the Welcome Center including the shop, greenhouse, or cafe. All of these spaces provide pathways to the “Hub” for special events, presentations, or classes, to the gardens to pick your own vegetables, and to the orchards to pick your own fruit when in season or take a stroll through the trees. The Welcome Center serves as a starting point for guests to come and experience the entire campus and what is has to offer.

CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT inspiration translated to visual form for the project

CO NCEP T S TATEM E NT C O N C E P T

D E V E L O P M E N T

C ONC E PT S TAT E M E N T The relationship development between those on campus (SAVE Program Veterans) and those in the community (general public) happens initially in the Welcome Center, which includes the reception, gift shop, greenhouse, and leads to the gardens. In these spaces, the products are transferred from the hands of the soldiers into the consumers. The goal of the Welcome Center is to transfer the values of connection, knowledge, and appreciation of the SAVE program to those who experience it. The Welcome Center will most likely be the publicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first impression of the entire campus. It will showcase the hours of labor and care through the fresh products sold in the gift shop through the following visual channels:

[L I G H T ]

[ MA S S ]

TRANS PARENT

S TU R DY

OV E RLAYING

FO U N DATI O N A L

V IS IBILE

S TRO N G

FRAG ILE

DURABLE

positive feedback encourages soldiers and veterans to continue providing

CAMPUS CONNECTION COMMUNITY

The Welcome Center provides the primary spaces where the campus and community connect.

SOLDIERS & VETERANS

COMMUNITY & VISITORS

experience the campus, purchase products, share these with others

PROG R A M/ O R G A N I Z AT I O N AL CONCE P T

Spaces will be arranged according the the main axis running through space beginning at the entrance. All spaces will branch from here to be easily accessible and navigable. This allows new and recurrent visitors to move throughout the space with little confusion as well as present all options for opportunities within the Welcome Center.

A R C HIT E C T U R E

The main axis running through the building derives from the traditional dog trot houses from the southern part of the country that allow for improved ventilation. This “dog trot” also serves as a visual connection from the symbolic entrance of the campus to what lies beyond and a main circulation path that sparks interest in the space along the course. Slanted roofs will be formed to maximize natural light within the space and serve as another element that refer to traditional farm structures and homes.

A ES T HE T ICS

Much of the Welcome Center’s aesthetic appearance will pay homage to the “homestead” feel of farm houses. Despite the use of metal as the main structure, materials such as wood and soft textiles will create a warm, comfortable atmosphere that feels like a home. Colors in the space were inspired by the natural shades of vegetables like those found in eggplant, blackberries, yellow peppers, corn, squash, asparagus, cucumbers, artichokes and cabbage. Natural lighting will be utilized to its full potential and artificial lighting will be limited. To achieve this, the building will be made up of many windows and all spaces will have access of natural lighting and views to the outdoors.

C HAR AC T E R CO N CE P T

This “homestead” feel will be achieved through elements that relate to comfort including a fireplace, lounge furniture arranged intimately, and areas of refuge. Both visitors and residents are welcome and encouraged to spend time in the welcome center to meet with others or for personal time.

PHI L OS OPH I CA L CO N CE P T

Every form, color, and texture is meant to better the physical, mental, and spiritual health of those who enter, whether they be visitors, residents, or employees. Comfortable, secure-feeling nooks of refuge along with open, airy expanses will provide options for each individual to choose how to achieve this for themselves. In these spaces, fundamental connections will be formed that aid soldiers and veterans in repairing and healing their capacity to interact healthily with others. When guests put forth the effort to understand and therefore appreciate the hard work that takes place at this campus, the soldiers and veterans feel validation from the community and continue to be inspired.

F ACTO RS & VA LUE S C O N C E P T

D E V E L O P M E N T

CO N N E CT I O N

Connecting visitors with soldiers provides the first step to creating more meaningful relationships and experiences within the SAVE program. Comfortable spaces allow for people to chat over smoothies or enjoy the outdoors overlooking the garden and build connections with one another. Connections and relationships can be difficult to form again after returning from service. Comfortable spaces where soldiers and veterans can share conversations with family, friends, and visitors is vital to their social improvement.

K N O W LE D G E

Educating visitors about the process and preparation of products creates an understanding of where their food comes from and how it eventually reached the table. The greenhouse utilizes transparency in its material and form to illustrate that these processes should be known to all consumers. The education of the public can help soldiers feel like their work is recognized and form a shared understanding of food and product resources.

A P P R E CI AT I O N

Appreciating the soldiers’ hard work in farming, livestock handling, beekeeping, and other services is demonstrated by purchasing products and giving back to the cycle of the SAVE program. Retail spaces present products for sale where visitors can browse, sample, and take home merchandise to display their appreciation of the soldiers and their work. Appreciation from the community can show soldiers that the work they do is worthwhile and their efforts are not going unnoticed. They feel their newfound purpose is constructive and satisfying.

E LE M E NTAL HIE RARCHY A P P R EC I AT I O N KN O W L E D G E C O N N E C TI O N

Each step can only be achieved through reaching the ones below it as shown here. The connection level can be compared to the third level on Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, which is called “Love and Belonging and addresses friendship and family. Appreciation is then reached later and corresponds with Maslow’s fourth highest level called “Esteem” which addresses self-esteem,. confidence, achievement, and respect of/for others. Knowledge is the means in which visitors reach from connection to appreciation of the SAVE program.

P RO S P ECT & REFUGE P R O G R A M

D E V E L O P E M N T

THE THEORY OF PROSPECT & REFUGE

This theory describes why certain environments feel secure and thereby meet basic human psychological needs. The ideal environment often provides people with the

capacity to observe

[PROSPECT]

without being seen.

[REFUGE]

REFUGE

PROSPECT

FACTORS

The following factors can change our perception of prospect and refuge:

Areas Changes

Situation Light levels

Ceiling height Transitions

Sexes Water

PARTI C O N C E P T

D E V E L O P M E N T

PA R T I DIAG R A M

The concept of using overlapping, transparent elements shows through in this parti diagram as a basis for the projectâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s design. The three blocks represent the three values (connection, knowledge, appreciation) and the corresponsding spaces within the Welcome Center (seating, greenhouse, retail). These basic forms are translated into the spatial organization of the building.

PREVIOUS PARTI STUDIES

Many other partis were considered but did not meet the concept criteria as strongly. All have the common elements of transparency, overlapping, and representation of the three values and spaces. Though they convey similar messages, none translate as well into spatial organization as the parti shown above.

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT the initial progress designs for the project

BUILDING DESIGN

BUILDING DESIGN EX T ERIOR GREENHOUSE OUTDOOR SEATING

RETAIL

B.O.H. FRONT DESK

SEATING

CAFE FIREPLACE

BATH

ENTRANCE

FLOOR PLAN OPT. 2 CENTRAL CAFE, REFUGE

P RO CES S DES IGNS D E S I G N

D E V E L O P M E N T

CONCEPT P RO CE S S PARTI DIAGRAM

DESIGNS

BUILDING DESIGN

In the initial Welcome Center designs, all of the spaces began small. The parti The concept of using overlapping, transparent elements shows the through in this parti values diagram as illustrated same three of connection, knowledge and appreciation a basis for the project’s design. The three blocks for each of the spatial categories: seating, greenhouse and retail. This design represent the three values (connection, knowledge, appreciation) andbe theoverall corresponsding spaces within proved to unsuccessful due to the awkwardly clustered spaces and the Welcome Center (seating, greenhouse, retail). competing hierarchies. Thethefailing These basic forms are translated into spatial factors were considered and rethought organization of the building. while the successful ones remained and were improved for the final design.

GREENHOUSE GREENHOUSE 450450 sf sf OUTDOOR OUTDOOR SEATING SEATING 200 200 sf sf

RETAIL RETAIL 350 350 sf sf

BACK OF SERVICE HOUSE 350 sf 350 sf

FOYER FOYER 400400 sf sf

SEATING SEATING & CAFE & CAFE 500 sf 500 sf

SPATIAL OR GA N IZ AT IO N

CI RCULATI O N

SU C C E S S F U L F ACT O R S

UNSUCCE SSFUL FACTORS

• Primary axis with branching spaces • Large foyer • Using front desk for both reception and retail cashwrap • Using ceiling and roof heights to denote main spaces and creating more intimate spaces • Varying building form elements and seating options allows for prospect and refuge

• Not enough square footage for any of the spatial categories • Retail too hidden away • Attached greenhouse doesn’t provide enough sunlight for plants • Shape of building lacks connection with site • Fireplace hid views from front desk attendant • Too many doors to pass through to reach dining center

FINAL DESIGNS final design solutions for the project

EXT E R IOR F ACA D E

The building’s main entrance is accentuated by the roof height, which also denotes the major axis running through the space.

FEAT U R E S LOW HEIGHT WALL The wall provides sufficient seating for groups visiting to be gathered, a brief location to sit while waiting, or a convenient surface to gather belongings. CURTAIN WALL The glazing allows natural light in during the early part of the day, showcases merchandise to those on the exterior, and presents a direct view through the entire building along its axis towards the dining center. LIMESTONE WALL A visually heavy, opaque wall permits the occupants in the interior spaces on the other side to feel more secure, simultaneously resulting in a blank space fit for large signage. FOLIAGE Trees on the north and south side of the entrance block winds from entering the building or disturbing visitors as well as shield unwanted views of road traffic. SIGNAGE “SAVE WELCOME CENTER” is proudly displayed for directional purposes. BICYCLE PARKING Residents who use bicycles on campus as well as visitors of Wildcat Creek Park, just down the road, can take advantage of bicycle racks located conventiently but discreetly beside the low-height pathway wall.

EX TERIOR F I N A L

D E S I G N S

EXT E R IOR F ACA D E

The backside of the building provides more exploratory and social opportunities and expressed through the angled form that opens up to what the campus has to offer.

FEAT U R E S GREENHOUSE CONNECTION Its location on the main axis makes the greenhouse easily accessible for shoppers and perusers. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s physical separation from the Welcome Center allows for more controlled, custom environment but is still visually connected by the trellis which provides some shade and still allows for sunlight access. OPERABLE CAFE Operable windows allow the cafe to serve visitors sitting on the deck during a special outdoor event or on a typical day of good weather. DECK SEATING Benches located on either side of a low-height wall provide a sufficient level of prospect and refuge for those wanting to sit outdoors but to feel protected behind or with their back against a small barrier. NATURAL LIGHT A high level of glazing allows natural light into the cafe, lounge, and event space during the later parts of the day. The tint of the glazing limits unwanted sunlight that results in glare and overheating. OPEN LAWN Large, open spaces can be used for special outdoor events, such as movies on the lawn or outdoor craft fairs. PATHWAYS One sidewalk provides direct access to the dining center for events and the other to gardens and orchards.

6 7

1 2

13 12 16

9 11

N 20 ft

FLO OR PL AN 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Main Entrance Front Desk Retail Dining & Lounge Cafe Event Space Outdoor Deck Path to Orchards Women’s Bathroom

1 0 Men’s Bathroom 1 1 Workroom & Office 1 2 Janitor’s Closet 1 3 Wash Station 1 4 Greenhouse Storage 1 5 Service Entry 1 6 Greenhouse 1 7 Pathway to Dining Center

F L O O R & S ITE PLAN F I N A L S

D E S I G N S

N 20 ft

S I TE PL A N 1 2 3

Main Entrance Door to Outdoor Deck Door to Greenhouse

4 5 6

Service Entry Path to Orchards Path to Parking Lot

R EF L E C T E D CE I L I N G P L A N Large copper pendant Small copper pendant Recessed downlight Track lighting Wall sconce Wall-mounted picture light

RETA IL EN T RA N C E

BATHRO O MS FRONT DES K

WA S H S TATI O N

G R E E NH OU S E

R . C E I L I N G PL A N , S TRU CTU RE & AXIS F I N A L

D E S I G N S

S TRU C T U R AL P L A N Load bearing walls Steel Column Structural Beam

A XIS

The section shown on the left cuts through the Welcome Centerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main axis exposing many of the spaces that branch from the central circulation path.

GLASS STONE

CONTRASTING WOODS

TILE

MIXED METALS

MAT E R IA L I T Y

WALLCOVERING

VARYING TEXTILES

LIMESTONE

The interior and exterior of the building reflect the concept of lightness and mass as well as include references to homesteads and farm structures in the local area. Visually heavy materials such as limestone and masses of dark woods are contrasting with lighter woods and soft textiles of knits, leathers, and patterned fabrics. Mixed metals provide a sense of refined industrialism ranging from light brushed chromes to dark, matte black steel. The wood and textiles selections are intended to create a homey atmosphere where visitors and residents feel comfortable and safe to relax and enjoy conversations and activities with one another.

M AT ERIA L ITY & F U RNITURE F I N A L

LOUNGE FURNITURE

EVENT SPACE FURNITURE

FUR NIT U R E

D E S I G N S

DINING FURNITURE

WORK CHAIRS

OUTDOOR SEATING

Much like the material selections intended to create a homey feel, the lounge furniture selections share the same purpose. Furniture in this area might reflect a sofa or armchair one would have in their household that they feel comfortable in, both physically and psychologically. The dining furniture uses a mixed selection of chairs for a casual environment. The diverse options of seating along with the varying ceiling heights and wall opacities provide different choices for those who prefer more prospect or more refuge in their experience. Event space furniture provides flexible options per event.

ENT R A NC E

The main axis through the space is apparent upon entering and demarcated by the high ceiling, skylights and wood truss forms. Retail space is located immediately to the left of the main entrance doors and the cafe, lounge and event space to the right. A mid-height wall prodvides coat hooks and a degree of privacy for the seating groups on the other side.

RECEP TIO N & RE TAIL F I N A L

D E S I G N S

R ETA IL

All merchandise produced on the campus site by veterans and soldiers is sold here and uses the front desk as both a welcome desk and cashwrap.

FEAT U R E S FRONT DESK The multi-level front desk provides sufficient spaces for one to two employees or volunteers to work seamlessly side by side. The higher level serves as a surface to greet visitors entering the building at a standing height while the lower levels work well for retail transactions and packaginging products to take home. MERCHANDISE WALL The back wall includes a built-in refrigerated case for temperature-sensitive products and the remainder of the wall uses height-adjustable glass shelving along metal poles to accommodate for varying products. Tables in the center of the space can move to form multiple smaller arrangements, larger grouped arrangements or move to the dining space when more tables are necessary.

C A FE & L OUN GE

The cafe and lounge provide a space that feels like home for residents and visitors to chat with one another over coffee or enjoy an afternoon snack with a friend.

FEAT U R E S CAFE The cafe serves drinks, snacks and small plates for visitors and residesnts to enjoy. When open, food and beverages will be prepared by a member in the SAVE culinary training program. FOLDABLE PARTITION A foldable partition wall gives the option to divide the event space from the rest of the lounge. VARIOUS SEATING OPTIONS Seating groupings with varyings factors, as previously mentioned in the Prospect and Refuge Theory, give occupants of the Welcome Center the option to be in a space with higher or lower ceiling heights, degree of comfort and table heights. VIEW TO OUTDOORS The large curtain wall gives occupants of the building beautiful views of the gardens, orchard and other buildings on campus.

C A F E , LO U NG E & EVENT S PACE F I N A L

D E S I G N S

EVE NT S PAC E

Special events like celebrations or class demonstrations may take place here on the northernmost end of the building in an open or closed setting while still retaining a beautiful view with natural lighting.

FEAT U R E S FOLDABLE PARTITION The space can be partitioned off from the rest of the cafe and lounge to host events in a higher degree of privacy. The foldable partition slides on a ceiling track and folds against the wall next to the fireplace when not in use. The aluminum frame keeps the weight low for easy movement and the frosted glass allows employees to still keep watch of the entire space. CAFE ACCESS The partition can use the track on either side of the cafe to include it in the space or leave it out. This would be useful for demonstrations involving food or drink preparation or as a surface to serve food for celebrations and events. FLEXIBLE FURNITURE The bar-height table and stools create a casual, flexible environment for various event needs. The low ceiling and high surfaces establish a more intimate setting and prevent noise from bouncing too far.

DES C R IPT IO N

The front desk serves as a multipurpose storage and work surface for both employees and visitors to the SAVE program campus. This feature casework piece is often the first impression for guests entering the Welcome Center and campus.

FUNC T IO NS ** ** ** **

Reception for checking in, getting directions, receiving information Cashwrap for purchasing products and produce, packaging and sales information Storage of basic office supplies and personal belongings for employees Provide sufficient space for 1-2 employees or volunteers to work side by side

C ON C EP T EX P R E S S I O N

Concept is illustrated through the desk with the same characteristics as the buildingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s interior of transparent and overlapping elements.

I NSP IR AT IO N I M AG E S

F RO NT D E SK F I N A L

D E S I G N S

DESK DE SIGN

The design of the front desk uses three levels to incorporate the various functions taking place. The highest standing-level surface allows guests walking in to interact with the desk attendant and be directed, informed or spoken with in a casul manner. The seated-height intermediate level allows the desk attendant to work comfortably for longer periods of time, make retail purchase transactions and package merchandise for customers. The lowest level serves as a platform for shopping baskets to be set during transactions. The fluid form of the angled desk allows a smooth flow if only one employee is managing multiple roles.

B> Wood Body Stone Frame

Bag Platform & Chrome Hooks

Plan

Glass Partition (Beneath)

A 44” 30” 14”

A | Front Elevation

B | Side Elevation

DES C R IPT IO N

The shopping basket is a tool useful to those shopping in the indoor retail, greenhouse, or gardens. A basket to meet the many needs of each of the products will help guests move through the spaces and keep their items gathered and secured.

FUNC T IO NS ** ** ** ** ** **

Hold produce and flowers Keep moisture away from carrier and produce Remain durable for duration of shopping Easily move with the carrier and limit hassle of carrying Assemble quickly and easily for employees to handle Provide a reusable and recycle piece to be cost-effective and sustainable

I NSP IR AT IO N I M AG E S

N EW DES I GN

S H O P P ING CAD DY F I N A L

D E S I G N S

SHOP P IN G C A D DY D E S I G N

The final design uses a metal frame wheeled cart that provides mobility to the sturdy cardboard baskets that hang from it. The cart can be wheeled around both inside and outide through the greenhouse and gardens and is easy for elderly and disabled to manuever. After purchsing merchandise, the cardboard basket can be folded up and taken home to be resused or recycled.

Metal Frame Wheeled Cart

Assembled Cardboard Basket

Versatile Shopping Caddy for Indoor & Outdoor Use

12â&#x20AC;?

8â&#x20AC;?

Ready to Hold Items & Hang on Cart

Closes to Take Home & Recycle/Reuse When Done

Disassembled Plan

CONCLUSION ending remarks for the project

F U TU RE IMP L ICATIONS C O N C L U S I O N

The future of the SAVE Farm Training and Rehabilitation Center and Program is only in its beginning stages. A long road is ahead of development and planning, but hopefully this Welcome Center program will serve as an outline for the future. These initial steps illustrate some of SAVEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s priorities to reintegrate soldiers and veterans back into society and back to themselves. Design holds a strong effect on those who experience it and, if used well, can help develop and maintain relationships that bring out the best of everyone.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a responsibility to those who enabled us to remain the greatest nation, our soldiers and veterans...They deserve such an opportunity and in the process of giving them this opportunity, we solve some of our perplexing national problems. Veterans and farming; a compelling solution.â&#x20AC;? Gary LaGrange

S P ECIA L TH ANKS C O N C L U S I O N

A SP EC IA L T H A N K S TO . . . Vibhavari Jani Interior Architecture & Product Design Capstone Studio Professor Kathy Ankerson Interior Architecture & Product Design Department Head Gary LaGrange SAVE Program Founder Shari LaGrange SAVE Program Co-founder Marvin Hachmeister Project Site Owner Lucinda Stuenkel Sunny Day Farms Irene Johnson Prairie Wind Gardens The Mertz Family River Creek Farms Sgt. Pickel Fort Riley Physical Therapy Bruce Wrightsman Architecture Professor Dave Richter-Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connell Interior Architecture & Product Design Professor Final Presentation Reviewers including: Populous Hoefer Wysocki Steelcase Katalyst Kansas State Dept. of Agriculture Members of the Farm Bureau IAPD Class of 2016

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