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The Approved Zone Documents Eroticatecture Scales of Affection Dating Catalogue Guildlines for Proposals Details of Promosexual Installations Glossary & Bibliography
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Y1 The Approved Zone Documents What is an approved zone document? Y1.1
The Secretary of Higher States has approved a series of zone documents that give practical guidance about how to meet the speculative requirements of the Building Regulations 2020.
Y1.2 Approved zone documents set out what, in ordinary circumstances, may be accepted as reasonable provision for compliance with P30030/34/37. If you follow the guidance in an approved zone document there will be a presumption of compliance with the requirements covered by the guidance. However, compliance is not guaranteed there is no guarantee of success, only failure.
How to use this approved zone document Y1.3 This document uses the following conventions (and seeks to reject them) a. Text against a pink background is an extract of important knowledge which must not be ignored b. Key terms printed in magenta are defined in Appendix A c. Additional commentary in italic text appears in places. Read it; these are important!
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Y1 Introduction Y1.4 Following the election of President Trump, Prime Minister Johnson and an impending sense of doom. The Department of Love, Compassion and Care for Others in collaboration with the Secretary for Higher States deemed all legislation superseded. In this ‘Post-Truth’ society, never has a more relevant time come for the forthcoming generation to instil love into everyday life, yet Generation Y are faced with hate from almost every direction. What is more, Generation Y are having less sex than previous generations. DLCCO has therefore been called upon for guidance by the Spanish Ministra del Sexo in order to procure these guidelines. Generation Y has become desensitised to violence/sex/horror, therefore these guidelines have become necessary.
The Project Y1.5 Name: PartY Y1.7 Proposition: Simply by approaching the subject, answers begin to be realised
Y1.6 Question: This is a commentary upon Gen Y relationships. Y1.8 Language: Technical specifications
Y1.9 References: See Y.2 Eroticatecture
Y1.10 Site: IBZ International Airport
Y1.11 Material: Physical & Metaphysical Elements
Y1.12 Client: Public, for universal benefit
Y1.13 Provocation: Themes are real, however practicalities are theoretical
Y1.14 Presentation: A ‘whimsical’ subject, treated in a serious way, resulting in a somewhat satirical project.
Y1.15 Space: This really should be user defined, do what feels good, elements of love and arousal are generally subjective
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Y2 Eroticatecture When Corbusier defined his anthropometric “Modulor” scale of the human body and subsequently introduced them in his built works, glaringly obvious is the inherently male character, and, by default, exclusion of the female form.
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This approved zone document goes one step further and highlights that it is not only the need of the single person, that should be included within anthropometric data, but 2 or more persons are necessarily considered when designing space, especially those spaces which may engender love.
Minimum [combined] personal space
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Diagram Y2.1Y2.1Vitruvian Man, TheThe Modulor, Proposed Anthropometric Benchmark Diagram Vitruvian Man, Modulor, Proposed Anthropometric Benchmark
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Architecture, public buildings specifically, need to incorporate varying emotional responses, this should include their relationship within the context, as well as emotional values which may be experienced by occupants.
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Fourier, as a Utopian Socialist described the necessity of variety within the environment of people. This is entrenched in the first of his “Distributive Passions” Le Papillionne (The Butterfly) which describes the necessity for humans to experience variety, citing workmen who, from morning to night, complete monotonous tasks in a monotonous workplace, and how they work for their measly dinner whilst never experiencing joyfulness of fulfillment.
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“Without this hypothesis of associative labor, arranged in the order I have described, it would be impossible to conceive for what purpose God should have given us three passions so antagonistic to the monotony experienced in civilization, and so unreasonable that, in the existing state, they have not even been accorded the rank of passions, but are termed only vices.” (Franklin)
Y2.5 Fourier (whilst acknowledging that many regarded him as a mad-person) argued the necessity for sexual liberation (including the “Polymorphous-Perverse”) as a necessary progression towards the Utopian Socialist ideal.
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Y2 Y2.6 Architecture, public buildings specifically, needs to incorporate within design methodology the reality that spaces will be appropriated for sexual usage. In no better edifice if this manifest, than the airport. Cloaked in sexual connotations, it is no accident that Robert Vaughan died on the flyover approaching London Airport in J. G. Ballard’s Crash, the airport, together with the motor car is envisaged as the embodiment of 20th century society. Ballard himself wrote how Sex x Technology = Future therefore the modern phenomenon of location-based dating applications clearly demonstrates future themes of love, emotion, and importantly sex.
In the near future, conversations such as this seen here will be common place. Tinder and other dating app companies are investing huge amounts of money into Artificial intelligence software.
Tinder AI Bot Hi Orifice, you have matched with another user in your local area. From your facebook profile, I can see that you both like Coldplay, who are playing a gig only 5 miles away from both of your houses on Friday night. I checked your calendar and you are free all weekend and you get paid on Thursday. Shall I go ahead and book tickets for you both to go? Reply Y PLS for yes or N for no
Write something creepy...
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Carrying on further than this is the Amazon Alexa. Beta versions of the Alexa synchronise with female menstrual cycles with the intent of being able to order sanitary products when necessary. When combined with dating apps, this algorithmic data, known as Femtech can be used to calculate probability of copulation through pheromone analysis, natural cycles and personal habits. Therefore ensuring the owner that they are using appropriate contraception, or are aiming for conception at the most likely rates.
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Y3 Scales of Affection
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In order to represent emotion properly, it was deemed necessary to introduce a Scale of Affection. Diagram Y3.1 applies normative affectionate (only positive) gestures and interactions between consenting adults. This promosexual scale can be seen on drawings and can be used as an additional tool to understand spaces which form the interventions at IBZ. It is not deemed necessary to treat the levels of affection at a different scale for Gen Y.
Intimate 1:1 SEXUAL ENCOUNTER
Kissing [With Tongues]
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Scale [Ruler] of Affection & Detail
Y3.2 Quantitative emotional information (content - m4) levels are to be read in accordance with varying scales of affection shown in Diagram Y3.2. Where emotions, especially those of arousal and sex are involved, it is not possible to accurately represent these notions in a traditional sense, “a 4 dimensional sphere is demanded to account for the various emotions which humans experience” (Küller in Mikellides, 1980. p.87) Diagram Y3.2 displays an abstracted part of this 4 dimensional sphere. During the design stage, spaces are to be treated with a holistic understanding of potential emotional influences and should seek to react accordingly. See Y6.2 for information on 4D (Promosexual) BIM. This gives technical guidance of relevant implementation.
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Y3 User Defined
Penetative Sex
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Diagram Y3.2 2 & 3Dimensional graphs displaying relative scales of affection
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Y4 Dating Catalogue Traditional Methods Y4.1 The ‘contemporary’ methods of communicating sexual intent and current status listed in these guidelines are not limited to members of “Generation Y,” however, the methods listed are those of which most commonly associated with young people. ‘Traditional’ methods identified are tools used (not exclusively) by previous generations for similar purpose. These methods begin to supersede each other as the boundaries between the physical and the digital world blur. (See Y.6 for further information) Classically, eye contact has been a way of signalling desire and intent to potential partners. This often leads to (and includes in this section): • Making Conversation • Buying Drinks •Exchange of contact details
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Acceptable Proto-Romantic Boundary
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Example 2: On The Pull
Commonly seen within sports and social groups, especially Young Farmer’s Clubs shirts, is the use of embroidered messages to display messages. These appear innocent when in ordinary use, however, when ‘on the pull’ the shirt collar is lifted to reveal a message identifying (not necessarily truthfully) the sexual availability of the wearer to others.
The Rugby Shirt Collar
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Y4 Contemporary Methods Y4.2 “Generation Y” are having less sex than their parents or even grandparents. (Martinez, 2015) Several reasons exist as to why Generation Y are having less sex than their previous generations, these range from: • Greater access to pornography • Increased education on STIs • Immersion in other (instantaneous) forms of entertainment • General lack of privacy. Young people are living with their parents for longer It is difficult to draw immediate links between this prophylactic situation and social media, however it is clear that the rise in popularity of internet dating has correlations with diminished relationship quality. After all, the paradoxical situation means that it is NOT in the interest of internet dating providers to generate lasting relationships as they require more users as their business model. (Witt, 2017)
Y4.3 Joining the ranks of the “first kiss” or “I love you” the relationship status is an important part of Generation Y’s relationship milestones. The relationship status can be used as a tool to attract potential mates, either in an overt capacity, or through clandestine ways, such as the “Complicated Relationship” displayed by Orifice Æsthetic in Y4.Ca below.
Orifice Æsthetic Just now
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Y4 Most often used by casual sex seeking queer men or practitioners of BDSM, different colours and styles of handkerchiefs worn in different ways are used to represent particular sexual interests, availability and desires. Note: A red hanky in the RH back pocket is usually associated with fisting (Receptive partner)
Diagram Y4.Tc
The Hanky Code
By wearing coloured clothing to a organised party or similar social event, it is possible for potential partners to identify those: • Single and seeking companionship • Unsure, but open to advances • Not currently seeking a(nother) partner without the apprehension ordinarily associated with approaching potential mates.
Diagram Y4.Td
Traffic Light Party
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Y4 Location based social dating apps such as Tinder, Happn and Feeld allow users to display their [sexual] intent to others, as well as select potential partners based upon æsthetics and a 500 character limit description.
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Further to this, specific language and diction is used to clearly communicate sexual intent. Phrases such as Netflix & Chill and #DTF are common parlance among Gen Y
Pangender
Less than a comfortable distance away.
I am intimate, but I am also designed to make you feel uncomfortable. Tactility is key and I love to be touched. New Generation Taboo | Judgement | Need | Permission | Trust | Intrusion
Provocative social media images are often interpreted by other users as meaning promiscuity. A common problem this leads to is the introduction of unsolicited text messages which are often reciceved on the basis of a so-called provocative image.
Orifice, 27 Pangender
Less than a comfortable distance away.
Instances have been recorded of female location-based dating app users as having recieved messages sent from strangers to personal profiles as a result of “Facebook Stalking”
I am intimate, but I am also designed to make you feel uncomfortable. Tactility is key and I love to be touched. New Generation Taboo | Judgement | Need | Permission | Trust | Intrusion
Diagram Y4.Cb
Diagram Y4.Cb
Location Based Mobile Dating Applications & Y4.Cc Provocative Social Media Images
Location Based Mobile Dating Applications & Y4.Cc Provocative Social Media Images
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Y5 Guidelines for Proposals
Y5.1 “You don’t need much space to have sex” Josephine Teo, minister for National Population and Talent Division, Singapore. (Tai, 2016) The minister stated that it is not necessary for Gen Y to require their own domestic privacy for purposes of reproduction. Diagram Y6.1 describes possible Promosexual options for a typical bedroom used by Gen Y.
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Clear lack of sexual consideration within current guidelines demonstrated in current Part M regulations. Notes: 1. Clear access required to window in case of emergency 2. Bedside Furniture permitted in zone ‘a’
Existing Condition (Sterile)
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Suggested positions to make best use of standard room configurations during sexual encounters a. Upright behind door (for privacy in case of parental disturbance) b. Missionary (Gen Y loves to do it like their parents did) c. Seated ‘lap dance’ (the most underused and therefore quietest areas are edge corners) d. ‘Doggy-style’ utilising outmoded furniture (i.e. computer desk - Gen Y use personal devices)
Redefined for Gen Y (Promosexual) Diagram Y5.1
Clear Access Zones for Typical Gen Y Bedroom
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Y5 Not only is it important for the amount of space for sex to be provided, but comfort in the surroundings is also necessary. Diagram Y6.2 describes the potential for a promosexual influence upon ordinary sanitary facilities.
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Key: a. WC arousal zone b, c, d. Alternative permitted locations for washbasins or contraceptive and lubrication dispensers
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1500mm diameter clear turning circle - to be wipe-clean surface
Arousal Tray
Super-soft bathmat for added comfort
WC pan to withstand weight of 2 adult males (min) in copulation
*all dimensions are arbitrary - do what feels good Notes: 1. Sizes of members based to current standards. Other (especially larger) sizes may affect overall satisfaction 2. Access zones may require extra lubrication 3. The access zone to the basin may extend into each others’ underwear 4. In WC/cloakrooms the basin and/or WC may encroach into the golden shower space but this can, and should, be encouraged 5. Any radiator or heating device should left on to heighten arousal
Diagram 5.2
Sanitary Fittings and How to Make Love Around Them Successfully
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Y6 Details of Promosexual Interventions Y6.1 IBZ airport, like any other airport is full of networks invisible to the naked eye. These networks vary in application and scale, but can all be identified as communication methods. Y6.2 Interpreted in a promosexual methodology, these principles can be defined to interpret how to appropriate airport facilities and thus create a space which engenders love
Ultra High frequency radio waves used with ground to air comms Very High frequency radio waves used for ground based comms
Diagram Y6.1
IBZ Airport Site Detail
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Y6 Existing metaphysical and digital networks and information shown in-situ at IBZ Upon landing, normal behaviour for GenY is to switch on devices immediately (Often before allowed by pilot) Resulting in concentration of messages arriving. Thus meshing with existing electromagnetic networks
Blue array denotes GPS and flight tracker system Messages defined as flight detail Runway markings provide visual marker Instrument landing system (ILS) used to direct pilots landing in poor visibility Diagram Y6.2
Network Detail: Arrivals
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Y6 Y6.3 IBZ airport, like any other airport is full of networks invisible to the naked eye. These networks vary in application and scale, but can all be identified as communication methods.
Speculative messages shown in accordance with guidelines Concentration of app users. See PY/GA/101 for details
Diagram Y6.3
1F Ethereal Network Detail
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Y6 Y6.4 Messages sent via location based dating apps are visually manifest as magenta particulate lines. Y6.6 Birth rate of particle denotes level of affection (See Y.3)
Diagram Y6.4
Message Detail &
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Visual Manifestation of Emotional Control Tower
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Y6 Y6.7 Existing control tower at IBZ is retained and used for aeronautical navigation. Proposed Emotional Control Tower is foemed from concentration of location-based dating applictaion messages. Y6.8 So as not to compromise safety of existing systems, the existing control tower was deemed unsuitable for use as ECT. Y6.9 By using Faraday principles, messages sent via digital networks can be controlled and harnessed to exit the existing building fabric from an defined point, thus not causing interruption or disturbance to flights entering or leaving IBZ airspace
Existing Control Tower
Proposed Emotional Control Tower
Glass and concrete construction
Formed from ethereal network of location based dating app messages
Diagram Y6.6
Control Towers at IBZ, Existing and Proposed
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Multi-Partner Play Room (User Defined) Metaphysical threshold shown Appropriated concession stand used as base for ECT Indicative user of IBZ connecting device to network Diagram Y6.7
Base of Emotional Control Tower
Y6.10 Promosexual interventions at IBZ include provision for environmental factor manipulation to increase participation rates for intercourse. It is hoped that through better environmental conditions, and a general openness about the subject, relationships of substance can be formed and the space therefore engender love. Y6.11 Environmental factors which can help participation rates for intercourse include: • Temperature, ideally 28.5°C. Regulation is achieved at IBZ through the use of solar heating and cooling (via evaporation) systems above • Comfort factors such as health eating • Exercise • Happiness
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Y6 Y6.3 Environmental factors can be manipulated to In order to promote safe sex. One major factor to be considered is obviously proximity to and availability of prophylactic equipment. However, participation rates can be significantly increased when users are exposed to bad smells, due to a subconscious pathogenic avoidance. Bad smells = risk of infection which
Y6.4 Existing sprinklers within IBZ airport are appropriated to contain include olfactory interventions. Sprinklers deliver foul smells re-directed from existing drainage vent pipes when triggered by certain words and phrases detected in dating app messages pertaining to imminent sexual activity
Existing structure shown indicatively
Bypass sprinkler to olfactory response line
Existing sprinkler unit for emergency use High-pressure fire suppression line Metaphysical connection lines within airport (Ethereal Network) Diagram Y6.3 Olfactory intervention detail at IBZ
Diagram Y6.8
Olfactory Intervention Detail
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Y6 Y6.4 Other environmental responses at IBZ include manipulation of monochromatic light. Using research presented by Byron Mikelledes at Oxford Brookes University. Monochromatic light differs from ordinary “white light� but emitting defined bandwidth light, resulting in precision control of colour temperature. Colour temperature affects skin colour, which in turn can affect perceptiveness of attraction. This is used to great affect within pornographic imagery, as well as in day-to-day contexts such as in nightclubs. By introducing reactive floor tiles to IBZ, colour can be altered according to specific factors defined through interpretation of messages sent via location based dating apps.
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Monochromatic Reactive Floor Tile Detail
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Y7 Glossary Content (m4): Due to the complexity of emotion - the 4 dimensional realm is used as a platform to understand and represent this Department of Love, Compassion and Care for Others: A speculative future Governmental department headed by the Secretary for Higher States. The department seeks to promote empathy within a post-truth society IBZ: Ibiza Airport. Former military base during Franco’s Era, IBZ opened to commercial activity in 1959. This is the sole point of entry/departure for the island apart from water based transport Location Based Dating Applications (Happn, Tinder, Feeld): Apps selected as research for PartY due to their prominent status for Generation Y Metaphysical: Meta literally means “beyond”. However, within PartY, this can be deemed to include where the physical and digital worlds collide and mesh together Modulor: Essentially a Modernist version of the original Vitruvian Man Ministra del Sexo: Spanish minister of Sex, charged with the task of reversing the falling birth rates in Spain Technology Exploration: Presented in this document are the current themes upon which I am exploring with an explicit technological intent Proto-romantic: In art, this is the pre-cursor to the romantic period. In PartY, this means the precursero to a [personal] romantic period. Promosexual: Can be interpreted as a new ‘-ism’ used in the context of design, this means the type of architecture of design which integrates emotion and sex within the design process (and can demonstrated integration within the finished building) P30030, P30034 & P30037: Module code for Technology and Design Studio I & II at the Oxford School of Architecture Scale of Affection: This is to be defined by the user at each stage, PartY serves only as guidance, compliance is not guaranteed there is no guarantee of success, only failure.
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Y7 Bibliography Colonna, F. Hypnertomachia Poliphili (1499) Franklin, J. Of the Role of the Passions (unknown) https://www.marxists.org/reference/ archive/fourier/works/ch01.htm Joshua, et al. Smells Like Safe Sex (2011) Issue 22(4) Association for Psychological Science NBS Approved Documents (2015 Edition) Mikellides, B. (eds) Architecture for People (1980) Tai, J. Josephine Teo on “No Flat, No Child” Belief (2016) Williams, J. Richard. Sex and Buildings (2013) Witt, E. Future Sex (2017)
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