Design Strategy: Filtration Typology

To achieve the filtering effect of the meditation space on the environment, different forms of openings, skylights, etc. can be added to the basic configuration. Choose the appropriate form according to the target site to achieve the filtering effect.

The variety of types not only increases the shape change of this cabin, but also enables the space of this form to adapt to the surrounding context to the greatest extent and frame suitable scenery for people.

TYPE2: FILTRATION OPENINGS IN DIFFERENT SITU

Filtration Type List

Since the overall space presents a cylindrical shape, the installation position of the filter opening on its facade is more flexible. Disassemble several pieces of wooden panels in order and implant different forms of filter openings in the corresponding positions.

Projection Type

apply in the area of open urban highlands, introduce scenery into the interior

FRAMING TYPE apply in the area of neibourhood street with the limited good view

SKYLIGHT TYPE apply in the area of surrounding high rise buildings to introduce the sky inside

In the surrounding areas with low building density , the open city scenery can be introduced into the interior to the maximum extent through the small hole by projection the light on the wall. Thus get rid of the limitation of dense space, so that people can feel open sense in the crowded.

In a medium density neibourhood , there are always some great views or nature sense disturbed by the surrounding houses, so these views can be individually filtered out and introduced into the interior through the way of framing.

In a very high density urban area , the view area completely blocked by the tall buildings. People can only look up at the sky to get rid of the steel forest. The skylight introduce the blue sky and daylight into the interior, so people feel like bathng in the light. low low low medium medium medium high high high

The material of the roof topping is wooden and attached with a layer of waterproof wax. The wood of the roof is divided into single shingles to increase the drainage of the roof.

The inner and outer facade used striped woode panel, one is because the wood is a light material. Also, it create a soft and warm feeling for people stay inside.

To create a quiet environment for the user, the acoustic foam panels are loaded between the inner and outer facades to insulate the noise. Also, the foam is light material which is easy to delivery.

The upper floor used mosaic wooden floor. It can save cost and control the shape more conveniently. Also, the same with the facade, wood seems more soft and warm for people to touch it.

Create a little variation in the mostly wood structure. And the perforation on the aluminum plate can create a translucent feeling, also, as an alloy, aluminum is light in weight and easy to transport.

The main supporting structure of the whole cabin is composed of wooden beams and wooden columns, and its lightness makes the whole building easy to build and disassemble.