LASOISTMANN
ENCODING SPACE A book about library spaces and their place in the future.
TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S G R A N D E U R S PA T H E PA L I S A D E R E S TA U R A N T NEXT CO-WORKING OFFICE R . E . I . R E TA I L S T O R E HAWORTH FURNITURE SHOWROOM
grandeur //’GRANJER
Bold movements and formations of natural forms in the surrounding landscape inspire strong architectural movement within the interior.
spa
entry
fitness center
main entry to spa
files
pool 390 sf
r ec e p t io n / wa i t i n g
r e f l e c t i o n s pa c e
entry to spa
300 sf
r e f l e c t i o n s pa c e
lockers
men’s b at h r o o m
wo m e n ’ s b at h r o o m
200 sf
t doo rs stora ge
storage
exercise machine
close
1100 sf
nook seating
fitness center
water
exercise machine
150 sf
lockers
files
entry to residence
g u e st b at h
bookkeeper’s o f f ic e
40 sf
140 sf
g u e st ro o m 140 sf
weight rack storage
r e f l e c t i o n s pa c e
l i v i n g ro o m
500 sf
k i tc h e n
media cabinet
160 sf
m a s s ag e ro o m 175 sf
m a s s ag e ro o m
m ast e r b e d ro o m
wash/dry
190 sf
175 sf
storage
storage
t h e r a py ro o m
m a s t e r b at h 120 sf
Movement is part of Jackson, Wyoming & the surrounding area. Millions of years ago tectonic plates shifted to form the youngest range of the Rocky Mountains, the Grand Tetons. Nearby Yellowstone National Park sits in all her glory full of wondrous hot springs, beautiful forests, bursting geysers, & wildlife. Every hour Old Faithful gushes bursts of hot water through the air. Roughly 40 miles of Yellowstone make up an ancient volcanic caldera. The eruption associated with this formation of the park supports the notion of constant bold moves that created this landscape in Wyoming. These grand gestures naturally formed in the environment find their way into the interior of the spa & residence reminding the guests and the homeowners of the natural architecture right outside their door.
entry to residence
THE
PALISADE
wine cellar entrance
entrance bar women’s bath 190 sf
kitchen
host stand
1150 sf
lounge seating wait station
private dining
atrium lounge
men’s bath 190 sf
wait station main dining
tasting table
outdoor patio the palisade floor plan
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Palisade n: fortification, a barrier, a place set firmly in the ground The Palisade n: Carved into the side of the Swiss Alps, the natural barriers of Switzerland, the restaurant is tucked away in a place of solitude just 5 minutes from town. The Palisade overlooks Lake Gruyere, an artificial lake made by a dam between Bulle and Friborg, Switzerland. There are old castle ruins on the Island of Ogoz in the Lake Gruyere. The name is a nod to the rich history of the area. Just as the mountains carve the landscape of Switzerland, The Palisade carves into the side of a mountain. The theme of carving spaces continues on into the interior of The Palisade as spaces are carved out with bold ceiling treatments and curved walls. Natural indigenous stone, FSC certified woods, concrete, and other green building materials create an atmosphere that blends sophistication with sustainability. Color is introduced through a deep red felt installation that hints at the iconic roof colors of the local countryside roofs in Switzerland. Curving LED light strips wind through the space and mimic the curves in the floor plan. Seating in the restaurant accommodates all; from a private dining area for larger parties to smaller, intimate tables for two, everyone is sure to find a place at The Palisade.
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geothermal A geothermal system is implemented into the restaurant and hotel design. The geothermal system is a closed loop system that circulates a water based solution through a series of pipes in a sealed environment. This loop eliminates the need to burn fossil fuels and also cuts out the need for inefficient heating and cooling systems. Geothermal systems are the most cost effective and energy efficient solutions for heating and cooling needs in a building.
water
Existing buildings are responsible for over 40% of the world’s primary energy consumption. If the building construction is not carefully planned, energy loss can occur. Inefficient roofs and windows can cause up to 25% energy loss while walls can lose upwards of 60%. Creating a space that retains all of its energy while also producing new energy that can be used in the hotel is the goal of the restaurant.
solar
Low flow toilets, waterless urinals, automatic shut off on sinks, a greywater system, a rainwater system, and a leak detection system are implemented in the space to ensure efficient and responsible water use.
Solar panels are integrated with the green roof and help provide energy for the restaurant. The energy can also be stored or distributed to the neighboring hotel and town.
greywater
material
Using greywater systems in urban environments is an environmental benefit because it reduces the demand for fresh, clean water while also reducing the amount of wastewater that needs to be treated. Water sources for the greywater system come from kitchen and restroom sinks and are processed and cleaned through the living roof on the building. The water can then be reused as toilet water in the building.
heat
The building shell itself is a mix of fly ash concrete, FSC woods, indigenous stones, and glass. Using these materials creates an aesthetic that is complimentary of the surrounding mountains while also staying in line with the sustainability of the building.
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The use of triple pane with low E and argon gas windows and doors prevent heat loss in the winter. The windows and doors also help with passive solar heating, which helps to control the heat generated by direct sunlight.
insulation The building insulation for the restaurant is made of sheep’s wool. It is a breathable material that absorbs moisture without any loss of thermal efficiency. Sheep’s wool insulation is environmentally friendly and the process to produce takes less energy to create than fiber glass insulation. The insulation is safe to handle, recyclable, biodegradable, and can last upwards of 50 years.
green
roof Plants, grasses, and trees create a permanent green roof. The greywater system is filtered through parts of the green roof and surrounding landscape. Benefits of the green roof include stormwater management, improved air quality, added insulation to the building, and also give the roof a longer lifespan.
light LED lighting is used in the space to save energy. The use of LEDs consumes up to 90% less energy than incandescent lighting. LEDs will dramatically decrease power costs. Maintenance and replacement costs are virtually eliminated due to the long lifespan of LEDs.
A rainwater collection and harvesting system is used to collect water that can then be used for the green roof plants, flushing toilets, or pressure washing. This water can be further filtered and turned into purified drinking water.
rainwater
Before a work of ar t becomes a composition, a raw idea is formulated, sketched, and worked out. The NEXT office space is inspired by the process it takes to compose a work of ar t and the makers, ar tists and designers behind it. By attracting these types of creative workers, the co working space becomes a thriving creative entity just by what is being produced inside.
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a wall separates the open office to create a space on the right that could be used by a team in the NEXT office
with warmer climates in Georgia, NEXTERS will often have the capabilities to move outside and work on a large outfitted patio
after arriving to the 2nd level from the first, workers are greeted by a bright, vibrant creative space
ideate
open work spaces are spread throughout the second level & each have their own break out living space
outdoo
r work
work
4 Coalesse Emu Collection
5 3
break out
living living
project rm
um for
private enclave
studio/resources office office
proje
work Bivi Workstations
office
not to scale
break out
work
Inspired by the exclusive coworking office, Neue House in New York City, a hospitality aesthetic is found throughout the interior. This helps to create a boutique hotel like atmosphere and a space that is unique to NEXTERS.
LEVEL 2
living
office
ct rm
living private enclave
office work
private enclave
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Process Sketches
living room like lounge spaces are located throughout the open office and several serve as private enclave spaces for a comfortable working environment
art gallery wall that serves as a backdrop to the staircase as well as visual interest through the curtain wall windows
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REI
Be Bold. Discover. Explore. Gensler Scholarship Finalist 2015
Bold forms create key spaces and memory throughout the store. Textures encourage exploration and remind of the outdoors. Inhabitable and interactive structures fuel discovery and inspiration. The large forms echoed from the storefront windows to the ceiling inside inspire action and adventure. Large screens display members’ activities through a stream of the REI 1440 Project, which makes all visitors want to become a part of the experience.
Process Sketches
Street V iew
Hawor th Showroom Washington, D.C. Haworth Award for Design Excellence 2014
Connecting paths of travel give Haworth employees the opportunity to share the showroom according to different office types. This idea of connection carries through to graphics found in a string concept that divides spaces creates wall graphics and a patter n on the carpeting.
process sketches
cafe lounge
gathering space
An inspiring culture is presented to customers as soon as they enter the space. Company culture can be discussed and explained as the story grows while moving through the space. The showroom and employee workspace is meshed in the design. Employee stations are placed according to work styles. The crew space star ts the story then leads to the connectors, specialists, & finally masters.
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