M.Arch 2G Applicant
ELL I S V E N IA III
CONTENT Toledo Resurrection Tatlin Reinterpreted Callahan House Le Corbusier Study Point, Line, Plane Marinetti Institute South Bass Island Retreat
D ESI G N ST UDI O 4 : FALL 2 0 0 8
Requirements: Complete urban analysis of Toledo, Ohio Choose an area of downtown to rejuvenate Develop/ execute parti Diagram parti of specified area
This design proposal is aimed at bringing Paramount Park and the immediate surrounding area back to prominence, and once again, be a focal area of the City. An overall partí, consisting of a path which cuts through downtown Toledo in a stepping manner was used as the basis for the proposal. Slabs were designed and placed at different elevations allowing one to feel the stepping motion and experience the design concept directly, while voids act as guides for people to move around the spaces in a related way. Buildings composed of mostly glass, each containing a modern fenestration pattern, were designed to accent and define the overall space. As part of the rejuvenation of Paramount Park, restaurants and a large amount of retail would move into the allotted buildings for consistent public traffic for the weekday and weekend.
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1950 Figure Ground. 304,000 1950Population figure ground - population 304,000 0’
1000’
2000’
1970 Figure Ground. 384,000 1970Population figure ground - population 384,000
Main Grids
2008 Figure Ground. Population 295,000
Circulation/Entry
Focal Point Axis
Parking
Green Space
Existing Figure/ Ground
New Figure/ Ground
Overall Conceptual Parti
Grid
Macro Parti
Focal Points
Micro Parti
Focal Relationships
Axis
Spatial Relationships
Green Space
Lower Circulation
Upper Circulation
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Requirements: Research/ analyze Tatlin’s tower Create a reinterpretation of the original tower Must include an observation tower Include a means of egress To be solid modeled using Architectural Desktop
In attempt to reinterpret Tatlin’s Tower, creating a solid form, was for myself the best option. The twist in the center of the structure represents the basic moving geometry of Tatlin’s Tower, and made for a powerful and dynamic backbone to the overall design. The ribbon-like piece that is wrapping around the form was in response to the structural skeleton of Tatlin’s Tower and also serves as the means of egress to the observation platform. The transparency of the design was in direct response and relates to the outside skeletal site and feel of Tatlin’s Tower.
Original Tower
Moving Cylinders
Spiraling Band
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Requirements: Research a “client” of assigned profession Create a design of the specified architectural type (L-scheme) Strict program including master bedroom and 2 1/2 baths Orthographic drawings inked 1/8”=1’-0” scale model
Harry Callahan is a popular photographer who specialized in his use of the double exposure of his work to create and abstract to effect to a fairly ordinary scene. Through research of his personal life and the study of a few of his works, the design calls for a 1-story, L-scheme house, that is simple and modern. Ceiling heights are used to mimic his use of double exposure and to entertain the eye. Because, Callahan was a very simple man, the materials in the home will be very minimal consisting of concrete, steel, glass and plaster.
Callahan Portrait
Chicago, 1948
Floor Plan
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Requirements: Grid manipulation Use and integration of Corbusian forms 2D and 3D drawings to be inked Shade and shadow done in graphite Model with clear and clean finish
Le Corbusier is widely considered as one of the most prominent architects of modern time. Le Corbusier’s painting titled, “Still Life� was the basis for a series of projects that pushed the use of positive/ negative space and the control of grids and how they can juxtapose and/or sit in harmony with curvilinear lines and forms.
Still Life, Le Corbusier
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Requirements: Multiple examples of concept shown Form must be within a 4” x 4” x 4” box Ability for “stairs” to be added later Orthographic drawings inked Full scale wood model
An early and heavily influential exercise, was the idea of a point turning into a line, then to a plane, then ultimately a volume. These studies, promoted the use of a grid, working in 2-D and 3-D simultaneously, proportions, and overall organization in design.
Perspective drawing exercise Orthographic drawing exercise
DESIGN ST UDI O 3 : SPRI NG 2 0 0 8
Requirements: Min. 10 stories, max. 14 stories Min. floor to floor height 12’-0� Public green space throughout the building Roof Garden spaces Mechanical Space
This project, cited on Michigan Avenue in Chicago, Illinois, was to design an institute dedicated to Filippo Marinetti with futurist influence. The project was to be a skyscraper with a minimum of 10-stories. Mies van der Rohe said it best, when he stated, “Skyscrapers reveal their bold structural pattern during construction. When the outer walls are put into place, the structural system which is the basis of all artistic design, is hidden in a chaos of meaningless and trivial forms.” The strong prevalence of the structure ties the building to the very plate of Chicago, which is known for its skyscrapers. Having the four large truss’ anchoring the spans of the smaller truss’ makes columns unnecessary, while also giving a very dynamic scene inside and out of the building.
Figure/Ground
Grid
Park/Green Space
1st Floor
4th Floor
5th Floor
8th Floor
9th Floor
Model inserted into site
Site Plan
DESIGN ST UDI O 5 : SPRI NG 2 0 0 9
Requirements: Meditation spaces 4-seminar spaces 1-theater/auditorium Outdoor spaces Cafe with kitchen
Millions of years ago, the Bass Islands were formed by glacier movements and the geological feature known as the Cincinnati arch. The arch tilted the islands allowing for water to erode the landscape creating many caves. The focus of the project was to emulate the rock layers in and around the event of a cave collapsing. The site, located right on the water, includes a natural depression creating the appropriate landscape for the design. Focusing on interpreted movement of the rock layers, circulation became the essence of the project, leading to the creation of a large ramp that takes people on a journey as if they themselves were the pieces of rock being shuffled and settling during the collapse. Having two meditation spaces and the cafe separated from the rest of the buildings forces the interaction with the design and allows for the “journey with the rock layers� to be experienced by many. Site Plan
Glacial Movement through Great Lakes region
13,200 years ago
12,500 years ago
11,800 years ago
10,000 years ago
Silurian period: 438-408 million years old
Cross section of Ohio Rock Layers
Map of Ohio Rock Layers
1st Floor
2nd Floor
Enclosure
Structure
Entry
Circulation
Zoning
Natural Light
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