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THE TIME TO REFLECT The idea behind the Elsewhere Agora
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The Climate Change problem lies within us. Our behavioural patterns have proven to push the issue aside as they do not impact us directly. The changes in climate occur slowly, enough for us to ignore them. We do not see the effects that each individual action has on the environment due to our pluralistic ignorance. Nevertheless, all of us will be affected by climate change, however, some of us will be affected more than others, some ELSEWHERE around the world. The Elsewhere Agora
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[RE]CONNECTING Educational gateway to the city The project is not only a space for the faculty, it is designed for interaction with the wider community. Surrounded by academic and communal buildings the Elsewhere Agora aims to passively educate people from all walks of life.
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THE SHAPE OF WATER Placing water at the centre of the design
The juxtaposition of natural flow of water and the polygonal geometry creates an open dialogue of man vs. nature. Minimizing the downstream impact of stormwater the collected water flows through the Green Agora and is used as a potable water source after a filtration process The Elsewhere Agora
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WHAT THE FLOOD?
Simulating Climate Changes in real-time
To raise awareness of the flooding issue, during rainstorms the creek drainage is closed to allow for a controlled flood to occur. The water restricts the movement of visitors making them rethink the way they use the Elsewhere Agora.
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SIMULATION ROOMS Bringing Psychology and Education to the Public The first floor is mostly open to public and centres around the idea of climatic simulations. The rooms are designed for the faculty of Psychology and Education to interact with the public in an unprecedented way. The above visualisation shows an Urban Room where visitors can see the future of Manchester.
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Observation theatre Community interview room Control room Familiar environment interview room Service riser WC Accessible WC Rain room Awareness Theatre Food Court Dining area Urban Room Small classroom Big classroom Summer terrace
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THE GREEN AGORA Supporting the main canopy
Taking RHS Bridgewater as precedent supporting the central canopy are the glulam columns that blend into the bio-fabric of the enclosed gardens. To see the 360o view of the Agora follow the link: https://kuula.co/share/collection/7vXXB?logo=1&info=1&fs=1&vr=0&thumbs=1 Meanwhile, concealed within the rammed earth walls is a repurposed steel frame skeleton that helps maintain structural integrity. The Elsewhere Agora 12
A BRIDGING CONNECTION
Designing the walkway through the Green Agora To allow for easy communication of the upper floors a winding walkway rises among the treetops. After multiple iterations, while mimicking nature and reflecting on the structure of the Agora, the meandering design was chosen to create a journey through the unique green space.
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25mm oak planks on 50/50 mm timber 50mm structural plywood 50mm structural plywood 100mm cross-structure glulam 150mm glulam beam concealed ambient lighting laminated glass balustrade
FUTURE PROOFING INTERIOR Reintroducing the way in which we use offices The client has expressed a dissatisfaction with open offices located in the Brooks Building. The office does not allow for major privacy and there is a lot of noise which makes the environment less comfortable for online teaching. Future proofing the offices is finding a balance between social interactions and personal cubicles. With tri-fold glass doors acting as walls on both sides of the cubicles are allowing to easily transition the spaces.
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Powder coated aluminium ← doors, ↑ handrail, and ↓ door frames
MATERIAL DETAILING A natural colour pallet reflecting the Utilising a natural colour palette creates a calm and respectful internal environment. Rammed earth is complemented by the powder coated aluminium which serves as a more sustainable substitute to Corten steel. Meanwhile the English oak lining together with rammed earth and subtle lighting create a very visual and tactile experience.
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↑ Panel sketch concept The design started with a simple sketch. An uneven surface is needed to diffuse the reverberant sound in different directions.
← Grasshopper script
The script morphs a surface with the use of 9 ‘pulling’ points. Each ripple is different with varied wave height and wave length.
↓ Single ‘pulling’ point Displacement pattern of the surface from the point Diffusion of each ripple away from point
A PASSIVE REMINDER
The parametric design of an interior detail The design intention for the acoustic wall panels was the thematic connection to the programme: Climate Change Education. Reminding the visitors about the impact of water on the future, the ripple profile allows for noise diffusion and creates a calmer environment.
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DETAILING
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The detailing of the interior and exterior 1 ← Exterior wall • Section 1:20 1 20mm compressed wood-fibre cladding DPC on 20mm sheathing board 100mm mineral wool insulation in aluminium frame 20mm sheathing board 100mm mineral wool insulation in aluminium frame 20mm sheathing board with vapour control 20mm Compressed wood fibre cladding 2 Concealed LED lighting 3 PV array on a foot stand Single ply membrane 20mm plywood 160mm mineral wool insulation 240mm CLT panel 30mm oak ceiling panels 4 Mechanically operated air opening 5 Triple glazed window 6 Rammed Earth
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1 Double glazed atrium over 200x40mm aluminium frame 660x300mm glulam beam 2 Single ply membrane 20mm plywood 160mm rigid insulation 240mm CLT panel 260mm services gap 30mm oak ceiling panels 3 I-beam lagged with 15mm closed cell foam for expansion 4 500mm rammed earth wall over steel lintel 5 Oak floor finish Plywood subfloor Rigid foam insulation 240mm CLT panel Service gap Sound insulation 30mm oak ceiling panels 6 Polished concrete with in-floor heating Floor screed Rigid insulation Concrete foundation
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