THE LINCOLN
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LAKESIDE CAFE
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FOCUSSED PLACE
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LAKESIDE CAFE
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ROOM KEY: 1 - RECEPTION AREA 2 - OFFICE/RECEPTION 3 - TOILETS 4 - LOCKER ROOM 5 - SHOWER ROOM 1 6 - SHOWER ROOM 2 7 - CAFE KITCHEN 8 - DISABLED TOILET 9 - CAFE
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LAKESIDE CAFE The welcoming lake facing café allows visitors to take in the stunning views as well as the activity around the lake, while enjoying a good hot drink and nibbles from the kitchen. With the use of concrete, wood and stone with an exposed timber frame, the design expresses a sense of honesty in it’s material integrity, creating beauty within the lines of the structure without need for further elaboration. The cafe is a versitile space which can be used for evening events by the community in Hardwick Village, drawing on it’s previous function as the village hall. The design strengthens the sense of community within the park as well as the village.
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VISUAL SECTION THROUGH CAFE
VISUALS SHOWING CAFE INTERIORS
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LAKESIDE CAFE / VIEW OUT TO LAKE FROM CAFE COUNTER
VISUAL SECTION THROUGH CAFE
The design within the cafe is based on solid raw materials which aim to compliment the framework of the structure. The use of stone, concrete and timber creates a canvas space which draws focus to the impressive views of the lake. With the kitchen concealed next to the counter, and storage under the fixed seating the cafĂŠ allows for good functionality and operation as well as offering an experiential quality. The reason for having concealed storage, partially integrated with the fixed elements of the design, is to create a less cluttered space, creating a more calm atmosphere. Below the cafĂŠ sits a storage space for kayaks, lifejackets, helmets and oars. The storage appears to be sunken into the gradient of the land and is only visible on approach from the lake side of the building. The storage accommodates nine kayaks stored in the fixed racks creating an ideal collection point for kayaks which can be hired from the reception desk on entry.
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Existing Village Hall stripped of corrugated metal sheeting to expose primary form of structure.
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Roof structure exposed showing the two different structural methods used in two seperate areas of the Village Hall. Both parts of the existing structure are primarily supported by brickwork, however the back building also largely relies on the timber framework within it’s structure.
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Stone element (focussed area) is to be built up first. New timber frame is to be installed on both sections to support the new roof structure. Ground is further levelled out in front of basement storage.
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Glass facade (triple glazing) to be fixed onto structural frame of back wing. Fixed shutters to be install on North-East facing section of back wing as well as part of the lake facing side (South-West) apart from to four shutters indicated. These are adjustable shutters controoled by an internal rope and hydraulic system. Structural walls built onto front wing along with the installation of lake facing window.
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DEVELOPMENT OF THE LICOLN
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Existing structure is mainly demolished to create base for new design. Front wing is extended in length with the addition of a basement below. The basement is to be levelled to the height of the ground at the furthest edge. Back wing of building is to have part of flooring sunk, as indicated, with a side ramp transition between levels. The rest of the flooring is to be resurfaced and finished with concrete.
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The village hall was selected as the site of the project as it offers good vehicle access opportunity for easy entry into the water as well as being amongst a canopy of trees offering the chance to design a structure engaging and its context. The Lincoln keeps the form of the village hall yet has its fabric re-designed to form the nature of the kayak center repurposing the existing building and using low embodied energy construction materials reduces the environmental impacts of the design. The design of the Lincoln is inspired by the frame and structure of a boat. With structural timbers exposed from the interior and exterior of the building there is a sense of honesty and openness within the design.
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New Roof Structure installed to create seemless finish of the Lincoln.
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COMPARISON OF EXISTING TO PROPOSED
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FOCUSSED PLACE
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VIEW FROM GYM STUDIO BALCONY
FOCUSSED PLACE From the exterior of the building the heavy element , which creates the core of the building, penetrates the glass case of the structure. The rock seamlessly enters the shell of the Lincoln giving the impression that the stone was in place before the frame of the rest of the building. This element is the main focus area of the project, creating a varying atmosphere to the rest of the structure.
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VIEW OF RECEPTION DESK CLOSED DURING OUT OF HOURS
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ROOM KEY: 1 - RECEPTION AREA 2 - OFFICE/RECEPTION 3 - TOILETS 4 - LOCKER ROOM 5 - SHOWER ROOM 1 6 - SHOWER ROOM 2 7 - CAFE KITCHEN 8 - DISABLED TOILET 9 - CAFE
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VIEW OF FOLDABLE SHUTTERS CLOSED AT NIGHT PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION
PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION
PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION
The reception desk sits within the front face of the heavy element, back from the facade of the stone. Reflective signage helps visitors navigate around the structure with ease. has wooden shutter doors which allow for it to be closed out of working hours. This is beneficial to the design as it creates a more versitile space that can be controlled with ease which could be transformed for different events. The new frame of the structure was designed with the concept of the sense of honesty which is found in the framework of boats. The lower section of the back building is entirely framed with glass, which is supported by the timber structure. This was designed to further the impact of being underneath the structures framework as if under a boat.
VIEW OF FOLDABLE SHUTTERS OPEN DURING THE DAY
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VIEW OF FOLDABLE SHUTTERS AT FULLY OPEN POSITION
SHUTTERS On the lake-side of the structure, four of the shutters are adjustable. These can be operated through the used of a rope system which allows them to function manually. The three images on the right demonstrate some of the primary positions in which they can be adjusted to.
VIEW OF FOLDABLE SHUTTERS AT HALF-WAY POSITION
The shutter fold in half in order to create a slight ridge above the sliding doors/windows allowing for a variety of natural light intervantions to pour into the reception area dependent on the time of the day. In respect of the function of the structure, the ropes used for the funtioning of the shutters is typical f rope which you would find on sailing boats, this also applies to the fastening hooks used to fix them into position.
VIEW OF FOLDABLE SHUTTERS IN CLOSED POSITION
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PLAN OF FOCUSSED AREA
MOVEMENT On either side of the heavy element the design presents different changes in level. On one side a floating staircase leads up to the gym studio level. The floor of the gym is sunk into the top of the heavy object creating a different impression as from the first approach, the object appears comletely solid. However the more it is explored, the more it becomes apparent that it has been moulded to present many different atmospheres. On the opposing side a ramp gently dips down below ground level and moves visitors into the heavy element. This is where the locker, shower and changing facitilies are located. This part of the building was designed with the intent of making visitors feel as if they are closed in by the rock walls that surround them. A skylight which is installed above the shower area helps flood in natural light, contantly changing the atmosphere throughout the day.
SECTIONS ON EITHER SIDE OF FOCUSSED PLACE
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ISOMETRIC OF FOCUSSED PLACE
ELEVATIONS OF FOCUSSED PLACE / NOT TO SCALE
STRIPPED BACK VISUALISATION FOCUSSED PLACE
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ELEVATED VIEW OF GYM STUDIO FROM RECEPTION AREA
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ROOM KEY: 1 - GYM FLOOR / STUDIO 2 - BALCONY
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PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION
PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION
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GYM STUDIO Sunk into the surface of the rock element and illuminated by pin lights embedded in the frame of the structure sits the gym studio space. Located on the upper floor of the heavy element the space offers a variety of exercise equipment including rowing machines what bikes and weights section. This creates a versatile space for activity that can be opened up to the outdoors and enjoyed by all. PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION
VIEW INTO GYM STUDIO FROM BALCONY
The space encourages people to be active both inside and outside of the structure regardless of the weather conditions. From the exterior of the building the heavy element which creates the core of the building penetrates the glass case of the structure seamlessly entering the shell of the Lincoln giving the impression that the stone was in place before the frame of the rest of the building. When the shutters are open people approaching able able to see straight through the structure, complementing the surrounding landscape.
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VIEW FROM GYM STUDIO BALCONY
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VIEW OF BATHROOMS LOCATED IN FOCUSSED PLACE
VIEW THROUGH WALKWAY BETWEEN TWO FORMS
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SECTION THROUGH CENTRE OF FOCUSSED PLACE
Concrete stairs appear to float up to the gym studio floor. The style of the stairs was selected in order to prevent blocking the stunning view through the end window. With interior planting which subtly sits behind the stairs in a receded planting area so to appear to spring up from the flooring, it is unclear where the line to the outdoors begins. This contributes to a feeling of experiencing the surrounding environment. The lightness of the concrete aims to not take away from the heavy core of the design, but appear to sit onto it, again referring to the concept of the heavy element being the first form in the context. A glass walkway reformed from the existing structure sits quietly between the two seperate areas of the design. This creates a moment to admire the views of the natural woodland while passing through the spaces. A line is created by a change of flooring to indicate the movement into a different section of the building. This creates the transition between the two main existing forms. VIEW THROUGH STAIRWAY TO GYM STUDIO
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The Lincoln has three bathrooms one of which has disabled access. Two are located in the main building and one in the cafĂŠ. There are also changing room and shower facilities at the back section of the heavy element. The design of this section of the building was intended to feel as though visitors were stepping down into a heavy rock which is so solid it appears as though it was in place before the rest of the structure. The walls and floors appear to be carved into the heavy stone creating the interiors for the core of the structure. The changing rooms are lit up by a skylight pouring in natural light above the showers as well as pin lights causing light to bounce off the defined edges of the rooms. Finer details which hint at the function of the building are seen throughout the interiors, including the use of cleats on the towel wrack. Wodden flooring is used in the shower area and doubles up as a draining board which links to a grey water system. This water then gets re-used by the hose which sits within the kayak storage area to hose down the boats after use.
VIEW OF SHOWER/CHANGING FACILITIES
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ROOM KEY: 1 - RECEPTION AREA 2 - OFFICE/RECEPTION 3 - TOILETS 4 - LOCKER ROOM 5 - SHOWER ROOM 1 6 - SHOWER ROOM 2 7 - CAFE KITCHEN 8 - DISABLED TOILET 9 - CAFE
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VIEW OF ENTRY TO SHOWER/CHANGING FACILITIES
A gentle ramp leads down to the more private side of the design, this movement creates the impression of stepping down an into the intense dark tone if the rock element. The contrast in tones of materials from the outer shell of the light wood shutters to the dark, heavy stone implanted into the floor of the original structure creates varying atmospheres throughout the space. Sleek solid wood lockers sit tucked into the stone wall opposite the changing facilities, allowing visitors to store their belongings in the more private side of the design. The lockers are operated through the us of a contactless card system which can be collected from the reception desk.
VIEW OF LOCKER FACILITIES OPPOSITE CHANGING ROOMS
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VIEW OF SIGNAGE AND WALKWAY TO STAIRS
VIEW OF RECEPTION SEATING ON ENTRY TO STRUCTURE
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