ARCHITECTURAL PORTFOLIO
By EdEn Hawkins
E D E N H AW K I N S EDUCATION DEGREE — UWE BRISTOL — BSC ARCHITECTURE — (2018-PRESENT) Eligibility to date - CERTHE Certificate with Distinction A-LEVELS — TRURO COLLEGE — (2016 - 2018) Art and Design (3D) - A* Mathematics - A
PROFILE My name is Eden Hawkins and I am currently studying BSc Architecture at
UWE Bristol. I am looking for a 2020 summer internship between the school summer holiday months of July until September.
SKILLS Time Management - Within my degree at UWE Bristol, I have developed
excellent time management skills. Throughout my entire education, I have
never submitted any work after the deadline as I consistently manage to work
Physics - B
efficiently and within a strict time schedule.
Psychology (AS Level) - B
Organisation - During the summer periods within 2017 and 2018, I travelled
GCSE’S — POLTAIR SCHOOL — (2013 - 2016) 10 GCSE’s grade A*-B
ACHIEVEMENTS UWE ‘FET’ DEANS LIST 2018-2019
PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT CARPENTER (WORK EXPERIENCE) S J Sandercock And Sons 2016 STUDENT AMBASSADOR/CONTENT COORDINATOR UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND 2018-Present
through Europe and South-East Asia. I planned the entire trip myself, without any external companies. Hence, I was able to organise travel, accommodation, and activities, without fault.
Problem Solving - Though I can organise tasks efficiently, it is inevitable that
problems will arise. However, I am a flexible worker and pride myself in being able to ‘figure it out’. During my periods of travelling, I have encountered many situations involving non-English speakers. This has helped me to
develop an analysis of situations. Consequently, I can approach them with a different, more successful, method.
SPECIALIST SOFTWARE During my Art and design A-level and my BSc Architecture degree, I have learnt how to use many pieces of software, these programs have enabled me to produce high quality work efficiently. I can use the following Software: Adobe Indesign, Adobe Photoshop, AutoCAD, Google SketchUp, VRay, Solidworks, and 2D Design. I also have a basic understanding of Autodesk Revit, Adobe Premier Pro, and Adobe Illustrator.
PROMOTIONAL TEAM MEMBER PUREGYM 2019-Present USHER/OPERATOR
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
WTW WHITE RIVER CINEMA 2016-Present
REFERENCES On Request
CONTACT DETAILS By E-mail: edenhawkins10@gmail.com By Phone: 07885999267 By Post: 2 Kingfisher Drive, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 3AZ 1
Alongside my architectural studies, I enjoy travelling and experiencing new cultures. Over the past few years, I have managed to travel through Europe and South East Asia. I believe that this is important as it has helped me in understanding different parts of the world. Hence, I believe that I am more equipped to design for these people in the future after better understanding their society, religions, and ways of life.
I also enjoy living an active lifestyle. I visit the gym often as this helps to relieve stress and to maintain my physical fitness.
Measured Drawing
CONTENTS
pp. 3 - 12
Town Analysis pp. 13 - 20
Future proof, Healthy homes pp. 21 - 42
Playing and Learning pp. 43 - 63
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PORTFOLIO CONTENT Across four projects, this portfolio showcases my work throughout the past year in the Design Studio. From hand drawing, to CAD and rendering, the portfolio not only shows my design capabilities, but also my progression since the beginning of this year. Each project includes aspects relating to DESIGN, TECHNICAL, AND PROCESS. This is to ensure that whoever views this portfolio will be able to view my projects from their initial conception until the inal technical details.
THE DESIGN PROCESS ITERATION “TO CREATE, ONE MUST FIRST QUESTION EVERYTHING.”
– Eileen Gray
DESIGN “GREAT DESIGN IS A MULTILAYERED RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HUMAN LIFE AND ITS ENVIRONMENT.” – Naoto Fukasawa
TECHNICAL “GOD IS IN THE DETAILS.” –
Mies van der Rohe
PROJECT 1 - MEASURED DRAWING “Through recent years, Victorian terraced houses have been adapted to new living and performance standards.”
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PROCESS
RESPONSE TO THE BRIEF AND SITE ANALYSIS
THE CLIENTS:
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- A young professional couple
- Accountant and a Graphic designer - a space to encourage productivity and design - May have a child in the future - bedrooms will need to be close
THE BRIEF: - Strip and redesign the interior of the house - Upgrade the external fabric
- Add a rear extension (single storey) and a loft dormer - Use of permitted developments - planning portal
PLANNING PORTAL - DESK STUDY: Loft conversions: Planning permission not required if: - Additional roof space no more than 40m^3 - Not beyond the existing roof slope - No higher than the roofs highest point - Similar materials to house exterior - No balconies - No overhang - Set back at least 20cm from original eves Extensions: Planning permission not required if: - No more than half the area of the original house - No extension fronting the highway - Single storey only - Materials similar to the existing house - No verandas, balconies, or raised platforms
ADDITIONAL POINTS: - A long and narrow site, Every available space will need to be utilised. - Differing work and home needs, spaces will need to be separated - Front facade cannot be adapted - The house includes a large garden, the interior layout should extend towards and include this space to be utilised in the summer months. - Sunlight enters the rear facade during the afternoon, Direct sunlight will be on the front and side of the building for the majority of the day. - The space behind the site provides views which could be utilised
SUNLIGHT AM Midday PM
KEY AREAS:
WORK AND PRODUCTIVITY SLEEP, QUIET, AND PEACEFUL OPEN, SOCIAL, AND INVITING
SPACES
Green Space Buildings Road
PUBLIC AND PRIVATE Public Private Semi-Private
DESIGN ITERATIONS
Draft 3/4 Experimenting on size with some furniture and WC sizing
PRECEDENT STUDIES
Draft 1 - experimenting with layouts
Draft 5/6 - WC and Reception Placement
Draft 10 - Drawing up sizes and first floor layout
PROCESS
Pre-review drawings
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Draft 2 - moving interior walls and extension
Draft 7 - Section, experimenting with the extension and stairs
Elevation drawing focusing on window, extension, and dormer placement
Draft 8/9 - Kitchen and WC placement
Draft 11 - Exploring heights and stairs
Pre-review drawings
DESIGNER: MAE HOUSE DESIGN LOCATION: MULTIPLE LOCATIONS AROUND LONDON, UK Mae house design has redesigned many houses around the London area. These houses all have similar appearances. I like how the designers have used subtle changes such as lighting types and flooring in order to signify a changing characteristic of the house and the ‘zones’ that the consumer is within. For example in the building picture, top right, you can see that the hallway areas are much darker both in colour and in the way they are lit as these areas are circulation points, not rooms to stop in. This contrasts with the kitchen area in this building which is much brighter and uses a mixture of both natural and artificial lighting. I also enjoy how Mae house design uses glass interior walls as a way of separating an open design as shown in the top right photograph. For my design, I may wish to look into natural lighting within the extensions and also potentially using interior glass walls to separate an open plan interior.
ARCHITECT: SCENARIO ARCHITECTS LOCATION: CLAPTON, UK The architects who redesigned this house have managed to split the space into different levels whilst connecting the upper and lower levels both physically and visually. I am attracted to the way in which they have an open plan kitchen area which extends out into the garden through large glass doors and windows. Also, the exterior mimics that of the older part of the building, something that I may consider for my proposal. The architects have managed to hide functional areas within the space. In effect, there is more usable area for the family to enjoy.
PROCESS
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NATURAL LIGHTING
The following drawings showcase my final proposal. The main focus was to ensure that the clients have enough space for socialising, privacy, and work. The downstairs areas of the house focused on the social aspect of my clients. I decided to design an open plan kitchen/dining room in order to maximise available space. The reception area and garden are connected and visible from the main interior space. A small WC ensures that guests do not enter the private areas of the house. A unique skylight is also integrated within the proposal to increase usable, diffuse, light. The private zone is located on the first floor. This consists of a larger WC and two bedrooms. Both bedrooms are on this floor as if the couple have a child, as stated in the brief, then they will want to be close to the child.
DESIGN
FINAL PLANS
The second floor is the work zone. This is the furthest possible distance from the social area so the clients can concentrate even if there are guests downstairs. There is also a large window with aesthetic views which will help to promote creativity.
LOCATION PLAN 0m
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PLANS
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GROUND FLOOR PLAN A
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FIRST FLOOR PLAN A
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SECOND FLOOR PLAN A
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ROOF PLAN A
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FINAL SECTIONS AND REAR ELEVATION DESIGN
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The following drawings show sections and elevations of the proposal. Section ‘A-A’ emphasises the vertical layout of the space with specific emphasis on the distance from the social areas to the working zone. Section ‘B-B’ shows the skylight design. You can see from the overhang how minimal direct light will enter this. However, through its extrusion, light will be able to enter all day as all sides are open. The rear elevation shows changes to the exterior materiality. The exterior of the house will mainly consist of a brick facade to mimic that of the other houses in the area. The dormer will be clad in larch as this aesthetically pleasing and sustainable material will better blend in with the roof materiality once it has weathered. This timber will also fit with the ground floor decking.
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SECTION ‘B-B’
TION ‘A-A’
REAR ELEVATION
DESIGN
INTERIOR RENDER
KEY PLAN SHOWING THE VIEWER’S LOCATION
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EARLY SKETCHES WHICH HAVE INFLUENCED THE DESIGN
TECHNICAL
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As the brief specifies, I will need to improve the existing building fabric. The current fabric consists of a solid brick wall. I believe that interior insulation will be the best course of action as although this will slightly reduce the room sizes, the process is much easier and more efficient than insulating externally with a finish to match the original aesthetic of the buildings exterior. Insulating boards will be attached directly onto the walls, ensuring that the construction is entirely airtight. Else, penetrating damp may occur.
1:20 DETAIL - IMPROVING THE EXISTING BUILDING FABRIC
Existing fabric - Solid brick construction
PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION
TECHNICAL DETAILS
IMPROVING THE EXISTING PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION BUILDING FABRIC
Image taken from Kingspan U-Value calculator https://www.uvalue-calculator. co.uk/calculator/
Image taken from http://goastudio.co.uk/project/architectdesigned-putney-wandsworth-sw6-kitchen-house-extension/ [Accessed 05 October 2019]
1:20 DETAIL - SECTION THROUGH THE NEW EXTENSION
PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION
ROOM TYPES AND USE
TECHNICAL
TECHNICAL DIAGRAMS
Social Private Circulation Work
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FIRE ESCAPE
Primary escape route Fire doors - to enclose staircase Alternative means of escape
PROJECT 2 - TOWN ANALYSIS “Before we begin to design we must first understand as much as we can about the place”
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PROCESS
CHELTENHAM SITE VISIT
After visiting the site, our group decided to begin with the slides and split this task in to one slide each. This worked well as we could produce each slide for ‘colour’, ‘light’, and ‘photography’ at he same time. We also began researching into particular events and lighting information which could help us in completing the task efficiently.
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Images and text below taken from:https://cheltenhambid.co.uk/time-lightcheltenham/ “A new event run by Cheltenham BID will see landmark buildings in the town centre lit up in a way they have never been seen before. Light Up Cheltenham will take place in the February half-term holiday. It will be launched on Saturday February 10th by spectacular street theatre drumming group Spark!, who have been a massive hit in towns and cities across the UK and beyond. “
CREATING THE PRESENTATION PROCESS
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Map of Cheltenham extracted from AutoCAD after Digimap download
After the site visit and research, we began developing the maps for our slides. A lot of research was also completed using Google maps and AutoCAD/Digimap to view the building heights and their materiality. We then proceeded with the slides using these maps and other diagrams. We used Adobe Photoshop and InDesign to complete these slides.
PHOTOGRAPHY IN CHELTENHAM DESIGN
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PHOTOGRAPHY IN CHELTENHAM
ByEden EdenHawkins, Hawkins,Tara TaraLovering, Lovering,and and By LujzaHronkovicova Hronkovicova Lujza
COLOUR IN CHELTENHAM
COLOUR IN CHELTENHAM
DESIGN
By Eden Hawkins, Tara Lovering, and Lujza Hronkovicova
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As you walk through Cheltenham, there are many different colours and textures within the build up of the city. The maps shown on this page showcase these areas and the types of colours of which you will see within each location. Within the diagrams, you can see how the centre of the city is mainly constructed using stone, hence the general area is beige in colour. The surrounding areas consist of dark red brick or white render which gives these parts of the city a different aesthetic due to the change in colours and textures. There are also green areas which again produce a contrasting colour palette when compared to the town centre or housing areas. In contrast to these main colours/textures, graffiti and flowers integrate bursts of colour in seemingly random locations.
LIGHT IN CHELTENHAM
LIGHT IN CHELTENHAM
URBAN BUILDINGS - 3+ STORIES DENSLEY DISTRIBUTED
DESIGN
By Eden Hawkins, Tara Lovering, and Lujza Hronkovicova
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SUBURBAN HOUSING. S
N BUILDINGS - 1-2 STORIES SPARSELY DISTRIBUTED
The diagrams on this page represent light in and around Cheltenham. As you can see, the lighting varies depening on your location within the town. When standing in the town centre, the densely distributed, high rise, structures generate larger shadows from the sunlight. Consequently, these shadows cover a larger floor area than the sparsely distributed low rise buildings in the outskirts of the town which in turn means that the centre can be much darker than the outskirts of the town. Due to there being no buildings in the green areas, these are shown as white as there are minimal shadows, hence, thee areas are the brightest. The section on this page also highlights the relationship between building heights and the lighting levels that they produce.
LIGHT IN CHELTENHAM After the pages were complete, we then began on the artefact and video. We assigned each other roles for this. One person made the artefact, one made the video, and the third created the Photoshop images for the video. This allowed for efficient time use allowed our group to use each persons strengths effectively.
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SUBURBAN BUILDINGS - 1-2 STORIES HOUSING. SPARSELY DISTRIBUTED
ARTEFACT
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By Eden Hawkins, Tara Lovering, and Lujza Hronkovicova
URBAN BUILDINGS - 3+ STORIES DENSLEY DISTRIBUTED
URBAN BUILDINGS - 3+ STORIES DENSLEY DISTRIBUTED
By Eden Hawkins, Tara Lovering, and Lujza Hronkovicova
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SUBURBAN BUILDINGS - 1-2 STORI HOUSING. SPARSELY DISTRIBUTED
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SEIROBUILDINGS TS 2-1 - SGNI-DL1-2 I SUBURBAN ETUBIRTSID YLESR SPARSELYDDISTRIBUTED SUBURBAN BUILDINGS - 1-2 HOUSING. SPARSELY DISTRI
PROCESS/DESIGN
By Eden Hawkins, Tara Lovering, and Lujza Hronkovicova
The diagrams on this page represent light in and around Cheltenham. As you can see, the lighting varies depening on your location within the town. When standing in the town centre, the densely distributed, high rise, structures generate larger shadows from the sunlight. Consequently, these shadows cover a larger floor area than the sparsely distributed low rise buildings in the outskirts of the town which in turn means that the centre can be much darker than the outskirts of the town. Due to there being no buildings in the green areas, these are shown as white as there are minimal shadows, hence, thee areas are the brightest.
MAHNETLEHC NI THGIL
The section on this page also highlights the relationship between building heights and the lighting levels that they produce.
NABRUBUS 2BSTOREYS PS .GNISUOH
LIGHT IN CHELTENHAM
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SEIROTS +3--3+ SGNSTOREYS IDLIUB NABRU URBAN BUILDINGS DETUBIRTSID YELSNED DENSELY DISTRIBUTED
PROCESS/DESIGN
FINAL VIDEO
Using online resources and our own research, we managed to create a video which conveys how colour and light can be seen differently in Cheltenham throughout the day. The series of slides and videos are accompanied by music and speech in the background
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The final video is available within the following link:
https://youtu.be/D6VsPKB-K_E
FUTURE PROOF, HEALTHY HOMES
A SOCIAL ECO-HOUSING SCHEME WITHIN PITTVILLE PARK
“What if there were new homes designed to meet the changing aspirations and lifestyles of all ages and needs? Can new homes ... be sustainable and adaptable to meet future inhabitants’ needs?”
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K, CHELTENHAM
PROCESS
SITE ANALYSIS AND RESPONSE TO THE BRIEF
MY RESPONSE TO THE BRIEF
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SUN PATH
This page consists of my site analysis of our site within Pittville park in Cheltenham. For me, the most important aspects of the site are located within the larger circles. This includes the sun path, access, views, and site context. The site has two main entrances from the road behind, and views facing towards the north. Consequently, my design will face away from the street and focus on the views. However, low-rise buildings may be best to allow in maximal sunlight and also to respect the existing views from the buildings behind. In order to respond to the site context, I wish to design buildings of a similar, red brick, materiality. Natural elements will also be included to link to the park.
ACCESS
Alongside these points, the site is close to public transport and cycle routes so less cars will be required by inhabitants. Also, The park involves many activities which inhabitants could get involved in. Hence, the scheme will open up to this and focus on a communal, healthy living ethos.
VIEWS
CURRENT VIEWS FOR EXISTING RESIDENTS POTENTIAL VIEWS FOR NEW RESIDENTS
SITE CONTEXT
FLOOD RISK
1880’S
AREAS OF INTEREST CHELTENHAM RACECOURSE PITTVILLE PARK + PUMP ROOM
WIND DIRECTION CHELTENHAM CITY CENTRE
PUBLIC TRANSPORT - BUS STOPS
1960’S
CYCLE ROUTES - CITY CENTRE ROUTE AND DISTANCE
ACTIVITIES
1980’S
PUBLIC SPACE PRIVATE SPACE
FORM FINDING AND DESIGNING FROM EXPERIENCE
PROCESS
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INFLUENCES FROM EXPERIENCES Taken from trips to Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore, these images of unique experiences have influenced my design through the use of platforming, thresholds, views, and experience. For example, the smaller ‘bridge’ located in the image labelled ‘Bangkok’ makes the visitor understand a sense of privacy. This had been carried forward into the use of smaller, different materiality pathways within my proposal. The gardens in Wat Ratchanatdaram force the user the walk through an indirect but scenic route to the main attraction. This has been utilised within my design through the placements of public spaces as the public walkway gradually takes you towards the community hub. The use of walkways and viewpoints as seen within Singapore’s ‘gardens at the bay’ have also directly influenced different parts of this proposal. A walkway could be utilised to give a new perspective of the park
GARDENS AT THE BAY SINGAPORE
Could the community hub
become a centrepiece, simil
to the gardens at Singapore
SUPERTREE GARDENS, SINGAPORE Thresholds could be created using materiality and path sizing
Calming higher level viewing,
away from the busier areas beneath
BANGKOK, THAILAND A journey, viewers have more
time to respect the centrepiece
and its design, ‘the scenic route’
CAMERON HIGHLANDS, MOSSY FOREST, MALAYSIA WAT RATCHANATDARAM, BANGKOK, THAILAND
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MASSING MODELS The following massing models were created at 1:500 scale. I decided to use 6x 1 Storey, 2 bedroom buildings (77sqm) and 4x 2 Storey, 3 bedroom buildings (115sqm). Each model uses a different idea/parti to inform its shape and layout.
Community campfire 3. Mediating 1+2 storey units better
Everyone gets a view
Community campfire
Protecting the community Castle walls
Everyone gets a view 2
Community campfire 2 more structure
David vs Goliath
Sunlight and views
Sunlight and views 2
A thriving community within nature
A platform
A public and a private garden for everyone
A ‘bubble’
Private and Public
Enclosed square
Evenly shared
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BLOCK 51-C
PROCESS
PRECEDENT STUDIES
Architects: Dick Van Gameren architecten Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands Year: 2009
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SAN DAMI HOUSING
Architects - C Stager Arquite Location - Sa Chile Year - 2014
GOLDSMITH STREET
Architects - Markhail Riches Location - Norwich, UK Year - 2019
VILLA VERDE HOUSING Architects: ELEMENTAL Location: Chile Year: 2010
IĂ N ESTATE
Chauriye ectos antiago,
THE HIGHLINE Architects/designers: James Corner Field Operations, Diller Scofidio + Renfro, and Piet Oudolf Location: New York, USA Year: 2009
PROCESS WORK AND ITERATIONS PROCESS
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SPACES AND THEIR RELATIONSHIPS WITH ONE ANOTHER
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1. Exploring with platforming
2. Pathways and platforming continued
3. Filling in the gaps
8. Creating boundaries
9. Water management and landscaping
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EARLY VISUAL MANIFESTO
EARLY PARTI DIAGRAM
4. Separating different zones
FINAL VISUAL MANIFESTO
5. Pathways and mediating public to private
6. Experimenting with asymmetric designs
10. Access and ecology
11. Adding symmetry and pubic spaces
7. 3D view, exploring with building heights.
DESIGN
FINAL MASTERPLAN
After analysing the brief, I decided that I wanted to create a scheme which not only benefits those who will live there, but also the wider community. The scheme attempts to provide new social areas which will encourage a wider sense of community and identity. The homes attempt to meet the needs of differing individuals and thresholds through the site effectively differentiate between what is public and what is not.
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Upon entering the park, the viewer is directed through the site and towards to community hub cafe. The curvature promotes the idea of organic forms and allows the viewer to respect the area as they travel through the site. The red brick homes are seemingly ‘set back’ from this central path through their forms, darker appearance, and differing materiality. Upon reaching the cafe, the viewer may proceed to travel up the ‘interior/exterior’ stairs to a higher level platform, allowing for a new perspective of the site and exploiting the views ahead of them. The scheme ultimately intends to invite the wider community whilst also allowing privacy for the inhabitants through separation of space and materiality changes.
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50m
VIEWS
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SUNLIGHT
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50m
BIODIVERSITY
ACCESS & PUBLIC/PRIVATE SPACES
INFLUENCES FROM PRECEDENTS AND EXPERIENCES SINGAPORE SUPERTREE WALKWAY - Walking within
DESIGN
PRECEDENT RESPONSE
nature, a different perspective
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SINGAPORE GARDENS - A
platform surrounding a key space, allowing you to respect both the exterior and the interior of the building
CAMERON HIGHLANDS VIEWPOINT - A simple
structure which stands out, allowing views over the mountains
SAN DAMIAN HOUSING -
An exterior staircase, leading to rooftop terraces so the roof may be utilised effectively as a living space
BLOCK 51-C - A brick
facade with large windows to enhance views. A change in materiality between public and private
BANGKOK HOUSING - A
threshold from the main walkway to a walkway of a different materiality and size
WAT RATCHANATADARAM - A
journey from the street to the temple through planting. This allows the viewer to respect the site more as an observer
VILLA VERDE - Straight rows of housing, pushed apart to generate a key public space in the centre
GOLDSMITH STREET -
Separations to allow maximum sunlight in winter months and brick screens used within higher levels . THE HIGH-LINE - A platform used to escape the city and provide relaxing public spaces within a natural setting
GROUND FLOOR PLAN 1:250 SCALE
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PLANS
B
C
FIRST FLOOR PLAN 1:250 SCALE
A
DESIGN
B
C
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C
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MATERIALITY
The scheme will make use of a variety of different materials in order to provide an effective appearance with a lasting effect on the residents. The main materials used will be:
RED BRICK - This
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will fit within the context of the surrounding area and allow the houses to ‘sit back’ from the public spaces. Brick will also be used with a different build up on the accessible rooftops as a way of separating each space and enhancing the appearance of the façades.
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GLULAM
- This material will be used within the primary structure of all timber-clad elements. The ability to curve Glulam will enable an aesthetic finish on the upper walkway.
GRASSCRETE -
Made in Yorkshire, Grasscrete will provide effective paving for the lower public areas whilst relating to the context of the site.
GLASS
- Glass balconies will be used to showcase the view from the upper levels. C
WILD-FLOWERS
- Wild-flowers will be used within the entire scheme to add colour and enhance biodiversity.
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B
BRITISH WESTERN RED CEDAR - Also made in the UK, this sustainable material will be used for the community hub, the walkway, and the planting.
INTERIORS
- The Interiors of the housing will be a plain white painted finish with timber flooring in the social areas, and, carpet in the bedrooms. This is to allow the inhabitants to make their own spaces, similar to the ideas seen in Villa Verde by Elemental.
The following pages show different elevations and sections of my proposal.
WEST ELEVATION
DESIGN
ELEVATIONS
Through the elevations, you can see how the layout allows for a central public space and views from all housing towards the park and lake. It is also visible how the communal hub follows the axis of the scheme and directs visitors through the scheme and into the park. The North elevation shows fencing where the private gardens are located.
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The section ‘A-A’ shows how the upper platforms are used alongside the interiors of the buildings. Section ‘BB’ shows the public seating areas which mediate the spaces from the busier pathway from the private housing.
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DESIGN
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SECTION ‘A-A’
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This 3D view shows how social living is at the heart of the scheme. Inhabitants and the public may meet and socialise throughout the entire proposal. However, inhabitants may also use their own private gardens for more privacy. Path size and materiality creates thresholds from the public to private spaces. These thresholds are also created through the use of differing materiality, and linearity, of different zones.
DESIGN
Also visible is the way in which nature has been integrated within. A tree protrudes through the platform. This mediates the upper and lower zones and allows for a new perspective. Wildflowers adorn the site in an attempt to bring in wildlife and promote healthy living
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The scheme has four different housing types. There are 6 single storey dwellings and 4 two storey dwellings. All two storey dwelling have a WC and bedroom downstairs to ensure that the home can adapt t the needs of different inhabitants. Alongside this, each dwelling includes a kitchen/dining area, multiple bedrooms, and a private garden, separated from the more public spaces.
HOUSING UNITS
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FIRST FLOOR PLAN HOUSE TYPE 2
10m
GROUND FLOOR PLAN HOUSE TYPE 1
GROUND FLOOR PLAN HOUSE TYPE 2
SOUTH ELEVATION HOUSE TYPES 1 AND 2
NORTH ELEVATION
DESIGN
HOUSE TYPES 1 AND 2
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FIRST FLOOR PLAN HOUSE TYPE 3
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GROUND FLOOR PLAN HOUSE TYPE 3
GROUND FLOOR PLAN HOUSE TYPE 4
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SOUTH ELEVATION HOUSE TYPES 3 AND 4
N NORTH ELEVATION HOUSE TYPES 3 AND 4
MODELLING DESIGN
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SITE MODEL This model showcases the general arrangement of the site. It is evident from this model how the linear housing units, and undulating public spaces, are mediated by the high level platform and the intermediate seating areas. Alongside this, the community hub is situated within the centre of a strong axis which has been created by the undulating forms. Consequently, inhabitants and the public are driven towards this hub and into the park.
HOUSING UNIT MODEL This model showcases one of the housing units and the way that the brick screen works on top. This model highlights how the materiality changes vertically to separate these private, and more public zones. Alongside this, the model gives a scale to the single storey dwelling as there are figures shown.
COMMUNITY HUB AND THRESHOLDS
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This page shows the community hub plans and elevations. You can see from these drawings how the community hub layout emphasises the axis that is produced from the layout of the site as there is a clear route straight through. Alongside this, the design allows for clear views towards the park. The hub is clad in British western red Cedar. This separates it materially from the housing and also gives it more of a natural feel, thus linking to the park and lake beyond.
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The site entrance, a threshold between the park and the scheme. Visual thresholds between different areas through materiality and physical boundaries
From private to public. Thinner ‘private’ walkways differentiate themselves from the large public spaces. There is also a theme of linearity within these spaces. This is less common within the public zones.
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SOCIAL LIVING
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RELATING EARLY SKETCHES TO THE FINAL PROPOSAL
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RELATING EARLY SKETCHES TO THE FINAL PROPOSAL
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The units within the site will consist of a load-bearing structure as this is simple and should be the most effective way to hold up the forces imposed by the structure and the live loads from the decking above. The roof structure will use steel trussed timber joists which have enough strength to span across the required distances within my proposal.
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For the community hub, and the walkway, a framed structure will be used. These elements will be created using Glulam beams and columns as the primary structure, with a timber secondary structure, clad in Western Red Cedar. A framed structure for these elements will allow for the large window located on the north facade of the community hub. In the case of the walkway, a framed structure will enable minimal structure in the areas beneath.
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Timber/ steel joists span across the loadbearing walls and can withstand live loads from the decking above
Glulam columns follow a structural grid
Glulam beams span between the columns and transfer loads from the secondary structure to the columns
Image taken from: https://www. scottsofthrapston.co.uk/engineeredfloor-joists/ [Accessed 12 May 2020]
Image taken from: http://www. bucklandtimber.co.uk/gallery/ [Accessed 01 May 2020]
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- Buildings are separated with enough distance to ensure solar gain during the winter months. - Most bedrooms are located on the North face of each unit as these rooms are generally darker and need more diffuse light for any work which residents may use these areas for as they will be quieter than the common areas. - Windows are located in all living spaces. Some larger spaces have more than one window to promote crossventilation. - Planting within the site will help to absorb sound from the public zones and also to increase biodiversity within the area. - Rainwater harvesting via the two ponds within the site.
Pond connected to gutter system with overflow draina within surrounding planting
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Image taken from: http://www.pedarch.com/ rain-chain-supreme-alternative-to-downspouts/ [Accesses 20 April 2020]
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RAINWATER COLLECTION Due to the buildings and platform covering a large surface area, there will be an integrated rainwater collection system which will be located underground, next to the water features on the ground floor. Hidden gutters take the water to the collection system via chain gutters as shown. The rainwater will then overflow through hidden inlets which transport the water through two filters before storage. The storage tank then has smaller outlets which can connect to buildings for use within toilet areas and for watering surrounding plants. The tank also has overflow outlets to ensure that flooding does not occur. These overflow pipes would lead to nearby rivers, lakes, or sewers
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MATERIAL STUDY AND TECHNICAL PRECEDENTS
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TECHNICAL PRECEDENT 1 - DOMINIKUSZENTRUM IN MUNICH Architects: Meck Architekten Date: 2008 This detail is of particular interest due to the roof structure and the way that users can walk on top of the building
Early details from log book
TECHNICAL PRECEDENT 4 - A GLULAM HOUSE
Early details from log book
Architect: Hermann Kaufmann Date: 2016 This detail uses a Glulam frame structure with a timber-clad facade. There is also an exterior timber balcony. Hence, this can help to draw up both the housing and community hub details.
BRITISH WESTERN RED CEDAR Within my scheme, I have chosen to use British Western Red Cedar as the material for cladding the community hub, planting, and the platform/walkway. I have chosen this material for a number of reasons. Firstly, the timber will contrast to the brick houses and link to the organic form of the public spaces. This timber is also cost-effective, locally sourced, and sustainable. When treated, this product can be expected to last up to 50 years. This cladding will act as a rain-screen which will protect the structural elements of the building. Also, the timber and the way that it is fixed will help to reduce noise transfer from the exterior spaces. Alongside this, the timber cladding is easily replaced and it is a naturally insulating material which will help the structures thermal performance.
Using the BREEAM Responsible sourcing of materials calculation, I followed ‘route 1’ to find out an approximation of what score this cladding would receive, 6.5 points towards a maximum of 40 for the entire building.
FAMILY NAME: Cupressaceae SPECIES NAME: Thuja Plicata SPECIES GROUP: Softwoods COMMON NAME: British Western Red Cedar ORIGIN: Well-Maintained, Sustainable Forests In
England And Wales USE: Exterior Cladding COLOUR: A Uniform Colour Palette Of Pink And Amber Hues, Silvering With Age If Untreated AGE: New Growth Forests 50-100 Years Old GRADING: Knotty DENSITY: 390kg/M3 DURABILITY: 3 – Moderately Durable DEPTHS: 18mm WIDTHS: 90mm Or 140mm LENGTHS: 1.8m – 4.8m British Western Red Cedar is visually different to its Canadian counterpart. The Canadian version has less knots and is much more red in colour. In my opinion, the British Cedar is more visually aesthetic. Both types have similar durability. However, The British grown Cedar is cheaper, and has a lower carbon footprint.
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Wall Structure (interior to exterior): Plasterboard Blockwork VCL 100mm Kingspan Insulation Cavity with cavity ties Brickwork (Incl. Air bricks)
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PROJECT 4 - DAYCARE CENTRE
SPACES FOR CHILDREN
“Good childcare gives young children the best start in life by improving their emotional and social development and have a positive impact on educational attainment. “
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MATERIALS, TEXTURES, AND COLOUR
SITE ANALYSIS
The following diagram shows photographs taken from the site, in respect to their specific places on the map. Around the site, there are many different types of buildings, all with differing materialities. The site also has some green areas surrounding it which could potentially be utilised. There are many colours around the site which could be mimicked. I particularly like the block of flats which utilise differing shades of blue to give a layering effect. This could be used to show progression and movement within the scheme.
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PERCENTAGE OF INHABITANTS WHO HOLD NO As this scheme will be aimed at young children, it is important to understand QUALIFICATION its location and the types of families which will use the centre. The site is close to both the city centre and temple meads train station. Hence, parents may drop of/pick up their children on the way to/from work. Many residents within the area have no degree or formal qualification. Hence, their children should be encouraged to learn from an early age, which will give them a better chance later on in life.
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This part of the site analysis shows the thresholds surrounding the site and aspects relating to the climate. We can see that the maximum sunlight is received from the South. But, the shade from the opposing buildings covers the site for the majority of the winter months. The ecology diagram shows the location of trees and bushes surrounding the site. This may be useful in placing my building to focus on nature and key, sunlit, areas.
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The diagram below shows thresholds. Within this diagram we can see how the southern and eastern faces are much more contained and enclosed. This juxtaposes from the open roads of the other sides of the site. This diagram also shows potential areas to ‘branch out’, where green areas are located for the children to enjoy.
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PUBLIC/PRIVATE, ACCESS, AND INTIMACY OF SPACE The site is easily accessible from the North-East, and, the South-Easterly directions. Hence, my entrance should be located on one of these sides. There are also several paths which could be utilised within my proposal.
PUBLIC/PRIVATE
There are also a lot of residential areas around the site, as shown on the diagram ‘Public/Private’. Consequently, I will need to ensure that the scheme is safe throughout, and also that noise from daycare centre site will not effect those who live nearby. The scheme will be overlooked from 3 out of 4 sides. This greatly restricts the privacy within the site.
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Volumes can be created to separate different areas and create unique forms throughout
Light and large windows can be utilised to make a friendlier environment and allow the children to connect better with nature
NATURE
By allowing interior spaces to flow outdoors, children can better respond to their natural environment and increase health and wellbeing
Play is an important aspect of a childs learning and should be integrated throughout to allow for play between different ages
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Movement and progression should be easy to understand and flow throughout the site in order for children to feel safe and happy
THE SCHOOL DAY 6:30-7:30am - Teacher/ parent hand over
12:452:00pm Outdoor play. Followed by a snack
7:30-8:00am Breakfast
2:00-3:45pm Nap time and quiet play
8:0010:00am Indoor play, activities, and group tasks
3:45-4:45pm - Circle time
10:0010:45am Outdoor play
4:45-6:00 Independent play until parents arrive
10:4511:45am Indoor play, music and digital play
6:00pm6:30am - one-off events and cleaning
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FORM FINDING - SITE AND SPEED MODELLING
DESIGN PRECEDENT 1
Hakusui Nursery School by Yamazaki Kentaro Design Workshop
Quotes from the Architects: “On the other side, the entrance opens out to a large play area with an enclosed nap room and toilet. From here, each singlestorey level has a section cut away to create steps that run down one side of the interior following the slope of the site” “One unique feature of this ‘large house’ for example, is that a three-year-old child is in the same room as a five-year-old and these children of different ages can interact in the wide, one-room space,” “Wooden structural pillars are left exposed, creating another division between each level of the building while retaining clear views through the structure” “We made it a priority to minimise the number of blind spots within the room in order to keep safety measures as unobtrusive as possible”
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During morning and afternoon play, these areas have the greatest amount of direct sunlight
The building leaves space for exterior play at key times during the day
The public street is to the North-East, and the North-West of the site
Green areas are located towards the South-East, and the South-West of the site
The play area will face towards the green spaces
This placement allows for more of the play areas to be separated from the public space. Also, the entrance can be accessible from the street
The building is overlooked by two tall apartment blocks
During the day, not much light will enter each area
‘Pockets’ created by the form allow for a space within the site boundaries for waiting, bike parking, and drop off points.
By extruding the 2D forms at different heights, many of the areas within the building are well lit with minimal overlooking
Staggering the shape allows for more light to enter each area throughout the day
RELATING THE FORM TO THE BRIEF LIGHT VOLUMES
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The large play areas both inside and out can enhance the child’s social skills and co-ordination. The staggering of the design means that the areas are less overlooked. This staggering also allows for smaller areas which could be utilised as more intimate spaces.
MOVEMENT
The unique form allows for playful movement within. Alongside this, the spaces created allow for effective zoning and spatial organisation. Each face can lead into the playground, consequently, movement from the interior to the exterior flows better.
The separate volumes allow for more light to enter each space throughout the day, both direct light and diffuse lighting is enhanced. The form also leaves space for exterior play in the best lit areas.
3D Volumes have been abstracted from a Suprematist painting by El Lissitzky. The volumes are playful and seemingly random. Thus, this exterior form links with the idea of play and the function of the building
NATURE
By placing the building to the North of the site, the play areas face the park and surrounding green areas. The scheme promotes the idea of flow and outdoor living.
The diagram, left, shows my adjacency plan. Hence, it identifies which areas should be close to one another. For example, from this diagram it can be seen that each base room should have access to a WC, Multifunctional space, and exterior play. This diagram heavily influenced my final plan layout, and separation of spaces.
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MASTERPLAN
THE FINAL PROPOSAL
The final design attempts to respond to both the surrounding context and its use. By responding to the initial diagrams of Light, Nature, Movement, Volumes, Play, and the school day, the final proposal effectively suits its purpose whilst sitting elegantly within the site. The exterior materiality and form is unique. However, it attempts to enhance, and not overpower its surroundings. The masterplan showcases strict linear volumes which have been created. These volumes, as a response to the mentioned painting by El Lissitzky, allow for a sense of movement and progression. Alongside this, the forms enhance the interior separation of spaces. With the buildings location on the site relating to previous analysis of light, ecology, overlooking, and privacy, the forms ensure that the children have a safe, and yet effective, space to learn, play, and thrive.
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As the staff and office workers enter, they can immediately go upstairs into a separate, and quiet, area. For the children, they can walk straight into the assembly and catering space. Then, they can proceed into the large play areas and multi-functional spaces. The use of topography and thresholds allows the children to separate into their individual base rooms when required. Alongside this, the floor plan tries to emphasise the strict volumes created by the scheme. Thus linking to the ideas of volume and movement.
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The following 4 pages show each elevation of the proposal. These elevations identify how the scheme sits within its surroundings. The vertical timber cladding attempts to mimic the layering and progressive idea utilised both philosophically and within the blue tower block nearby. Large windows break up this pattern to allow light to enter and views of specific areas such as towards the natural spaces close to the site. The surrounding wall helps to achieve privacy and safeguarding for the children at all times throughout the day
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The following 2 pages identify sections through key places within the design. Section ‘A-A’ shows how the children can play between base zones. The gentle change in height from the main play area to the base zones help to separate these spaces for use during teaching and quiet times throughout the day. Alongside this, the section shows the exterior ‘castle’ idea (also shown in the axonometric), the linear structure, and the key view through towards the exterior play space.
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Section ‘B-B’ identifies key environmental strategies which the building uses. This includes passive ventilation, acoustic insulation, natural lighting, and thermal insulation.
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VENTILATION AND INSULATION - The sectional layout shows how the structure allows for ventilation to rise throughout the building, following a similar idea to a ventilation stack
Summer sun Winter sun Ventilation Green roof
- Continuous Insulation and green roofs help to maintain a constant temperature within the scheme.
- Low emissivity glass helps to keep thermal energy in during the winter months
LIGHTING
- Low energy interior lighting
- Light timber interior is sustainable and ensures that the interior is light throughout the day - Windows face towards the South to increase solar gain and interior lighting in the play areas
- Covered play space prevents summer sunlight from entering the larger openings
SOUND REDUCTION
- Play/learning zones pushed away from the roads - noise reduction - Office space separated from play zones to reduce noise
- Acoustically insulated flooring reduces sound transfer from upstairs play to the base rooms below - Green roof reduces some sound transfer from surrounding flats
This massing model shows the general massing of the scheme, It also places the design in some context, emphasising how the final piece relates to its context and the site analysis. The model shows:
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The building placement Surrounding roads Sunlight during exterior playtime Ecology and green areas
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This axonometric projection effectively identifies the proposal within its context. Key pockets are shown which allow spaces for car parking, buggy storage, and waiting areas. Alongside this, the projection identifies how the volumes react to the context and key access routes. Also visible is the ‘castle’ idea within the exterior play area which allows children to see out, but the public cannot see in.
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MATERIALITY AND TECHNICAL PRECEDENT
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WALDORF SCHOOL BY MONO ARCHITEKTEN QUOTES FROM THE ARCHITECTS: “Forms deliberately set themselves apart from the formal language of the existing buildings and add a lively moment to them” “The facade cladding made of vertical larch wooden boards of different widths and depths give the building structures a plastically moved surface”
MATERIALITY EXTERIOR CLADDING
The exterior façades of the proposal will consist of British Larch cladding. However, this cladding will be of different widths and thicknesses in order to generate a layering effect and symbolise the interior movement throughout the building. The cladding will be broken through the use of large windows, framed in pre-weathered Siberian Larch. This layering effect consequently links with the ideas of Volumes, Nature, and Movement as seen during by initial brief response. The above image gives an example of what I am aiming to achieve. This image is of Mono Architekten’s Waldorf school. British Larch is durable and lasts approximately 15-30 years before it needs to be replaced. British larch is also relatively cheap when compared to other types of timbers. The timber is sustainable and also UK grown, hence, there is little embodied energy within the material.
SHOWING INTERIOR MOVEMENT THROUGH EXTERIOR MATERIALITY
The above plan shows how there is a direct path of movement from the assembly to the exterior play area
This movement is identified by the vertical cladding, giving an indication of horizontal movement. Alongside this, the timber elevations colouring will attract the attention from viewers as it stands out from its surroundings.
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RELATING THE KEY INITIAL DIAGRAMS TO THE PROPOSAL NATURE
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KEY DESIGN ASPECTS RELATING TO THE BUILDING REGULATIONS:
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- Maximum travel distance to an escape route is less than 18m
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Highest density areas Lower density areas Primary escape routes Alternative exits Kitchen - most likely source of fire Assembly points
- At least a 45 degree turn angle between primary escape routes and alternative exits. - Fire resisting construction within ancillary accommodation
PART K - PROTECTION FROM FALLING - 160mm rise and 280mm going meets general access stair requirements - Ramp gradients match those set in diagram 2.1 of part K - Any guarding is at least 1100mm high, balustrades are less than 100mm apart.
PART M - ACCESS - Ramps and lifts throughout allow for everyone to access the entire building - Entrance doors are powered - Accessible toilets are easily accessible and available throughout the building
BENEFITS OF USING CLT:
- Low embodied Carbon footprint - Faster construction time when compared to traditional methods - Less waste than using masonry
- All floors and landings are level
- Lightweight so smaller foundations are required
- Stairs meet part K requirements and nosings visually contrast from the step.
- Charring improved its fire resistance
- Aesthetically pleasing
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Approx. 6m grid - Glulam framed structure with CLT walls and floors Depth approx. 360mm
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Wheelchair users have access to the entire site
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This digital model shows the previous 1:20 detail which has been extruded into 3D. By extruding this drawing, we can easily see how each layer works. Also, aspects such as the horizontal counter battens are more visible.
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FOOTING DETAIL From ground: 225mm Concrete floor slab with up-stand Damp proof course 120mm Insulation 75mm Screed Timber flooring
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