GEOFFREY KORNEGAY
ARCHITECTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE
This project is a study of the relationship between architecture and infrastructural networks. It attempts to address issues with the three types of infrastructure - physical, economic, and social - through architectural solutions in depressed areas.Through diagrammatic study, relationships between programmatic elements are illustrated allowing a holistic response to mulitple infrastructural problems. The proposal is for a series of interconnected public facilities, each unique, which address the specific needs of the neighborhoods that surround them. Modular spaces on a three-dimensional grid allow any use mix and arrangement to be specified by the designer and then assmebled on site using a simple kit of parts.
ARCHITECTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE
ARCHITECTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE
ARCHITECTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE
ARCHITECTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE
ARCHITECTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE
ARCHITECTURAL INFRASTRUCTURE
LIFE CYCLE SCHOOL
This project is a submission prepared for the ACSA design competition entitled “Life Cycle of a School”. The design challenge was based on the premise that over the next several decades, as suburbs age and many suburban dwellers return to urban life, many schools will be left empty and should therefore be designed with planned future “life cycles”. This design involves a large canopy structure of steel louvres that provide protection from the elements and enclose a large modular space that could be manipulated to suit varying needs. A panel wall system was created to allow quick turnaround times so the “school” can meet other needs on evenings and weekends, or be completely altered for future use in a cost effective manner.
LIFE CYCLE SCHOOL
LIFE CYCLE SCHOOL
LIFE CYCLE SCHOOL
ANZO FALCO MUSEUM
This project is a response to a recent plan to build an Art and Design Museum in the city of Houston. Our task was to explore a nonarchitectural response to an architectural issue. I chose to explore the different manifestations of the dialogue between building and ground. Through formal experimentation, a series of interactions were chosen to be explored: building on ground, building in ground, building under ground, and building above ground. I was then given the task of designing the museum using the “sensibility” of a nonarchitectural object that addresses the chosen issues. This facility harnesses the “sensibility” of ship design.
ANZO FALCO MUSEUM
AUDITORIUM
SHOP
RAMP
GALLERY
ENTRY
AUDITORIUM LOBBY BELOW
GALLERY RAMP
GALLERY
VIEWING
GALLERY
ANZO FALCO MUSEUM
ANZO FALCO MUSEUM
This project was completed for the 2012 ULI - Hines Urban Design Competition. Groups of five graduate students of mixed diciplines are given two weeks to create a successful development project on a given site. This project is located on an underperforming property in downtown Houston, TX. Our team proposed a new “Design District” to attract an under-served population and to utilize adjacency with the Theater District and Warehouse District. Teams must move from a concept through urban design, land planning, phasing, and financial feasability. Because of my mixed background, my role was “Lead Design Developer,” and included urban design, systems development, architect/financial analyst coordiation, and graphic design.
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innovative
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Characterized by the introduction of new ideas, methods, or devices A Central Combined Heat and Power Facility provides the district with a lower cost and cleaner source of energy as well as cooled water for air conditioning On-site recycling collection processes cardboard, plastic, electronics, and glass
downtown design district
Green roof rainwater harvesting manages stormwater runoff and reduces urban heat island effect
inclusive
Comprehensive; taking a great deal of everything within its scope Affordable housing mixed with market rate units cater to all income levels and walks of life A variety of employment opportunities are proposed for various skill levels and trades Training facilities are proposed with the intent on providing “real life� classrooms in tourism, facilities management, and design
interconnected Mutually joined or related
Walkable streets and destinations create a live/work environment A trolley system connects neighboring districts and amenities Commuter rail has a downtown hub directly on site, making it easy for out of town and suburb dwellers to access the district Conveniently located, this proposal links several districts including The Theatre District and the Historic District by multiple modes of transportation
invested
Devoted to a particular undertaking with the expectation of a worthwhile result A significant cash outflow will provide multiple economic benefits for downtown Houston and the surrounding areas Parking Garages have occupiable green roofs the
ODEON at the FRINGE
A small theater with feature film showings
Pedestrian promenade Hotel rooms designed by local artists
Footbridge to James A. Baker Park Bike paths extend the Buffalo Bayou green belt into downtown the
Stormwater retention
TERMINAL at the FRINGE
the
EXCHANGE at the FRINGE
the
FOUNDRY at the FRINGE
A multi-disciplinary Franklin Street workspace
A local market offering products from Gabion retaining wall independent merchants from reclaimed concrete
Affordable and SRO housing
Tunnel connection to student uses and parking
Combined heat and power facility with parking above Student housing and student oriented retail
Densities and products are mixed for the purpose of creating community and a socially responsible and safe place A unique retail and civic environment require community involvement and participation for success and to encourage a robust economy
Natural Water Feature
A 24 hour platform for ommuter rail
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district map the
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downtown design district
historic district theater district
minutemaid park nightlife hub
regional connection Commuter Rail Commuter Rail Terminal
convention center
Major Highways Area of interest
toyota center
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connectivity
interstate commuter rail light rail metro bus bike trails surface streets local trolley
district map
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rail station hotel
theater promenade park
community market multi-disciplinary workspace
student-oriented development 5 min. walk to U of H Downtown
5 min. walk to theater district
2 min. walk
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phasing models
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land use models
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HUMMINGBIRD AVIARY
This project explores the possibilities and implications of designing a man-made space to contain nature. The design is a pair of simple rectalinear forms separated by a flowing stream which is always visible to visitors This stream acts as a guide through the spaces and creates openings for entrances and exits. The most important space, the aviary, is incased in polycarbonate, allowing light to penetrate from all angles and is suported by a “forest� of columns suspending it over a reflecting pool.
HUMMINGBIRD AVIARY
HUMMINGBIRD AVIARY
HUMMINGBIRD AVIARY
GEOFFREY KORNEGAY