Nicholai David GO
Architecture portfolio Rhode Island School of Design, B. Arch. 2016
table of contents 04 ARCHITECTURAL PROJECTION Fall 2012 06 A HOUSE FOR DANCE Fall 2012 10 HISTORY THROUGH STRUCTURE Fall 2012 16 ARCHITECTURE OF AIR Spring 2013 18 ARCHITECTURE OF GROUND Spring 2013 20 BOSTON WEST END IN LAYERS Fall 2013 26 OVERLOOK TERRACE PLAYSCAPE Spring 2014 32 OVERLOOK WOOD ISLAND MARSH Spring 2014 42 PRIMARY HEALTH MOBILE CLINIC Fall 2014
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01 MAPPING
02 CROPPING
03 DIVIDING
04 TRACING LIGHT
05 TRACING OBJECT
06 FORMED STRUCTURE
architectural projection
The brief was to digitally map a still life composition using rays and line segments. After mapping the still life, I then traced the constant light source used. With the combination of the traced light source and object, I designed a pavilion. This pavilion makes the audience experience the negative space in between the objects in the still life, without the objects in the still life itself.
back elevation section perspective view
PLAN VIEW
front elevation section
perspective view
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MAPPING OF DANCER IN RITE OF SPRING BY PINA BAUSCH
modular unit
a house for dance
With the logic of construction from translating lines and planes into a sculpture in space, a model of a house for a dance is created. Influenced by the dance “Rite of Spring” choreographed by the legendary Pina Bausch. By mapping the dance through the main dancer, I was able to create a modular unit. When aggregated, the final form of my house for dance aims to let the user experience “Rite of Spring” by the changes in elevation.
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casa del fascio
The Architectural brief for this project is to make a three-dimensional parallel projection drawing with manual representation, using existing published documents of a precedent building. The precedent I received for this project was Casa del Fascio designed by Giuseppi Terragni. Terragni designed the building using a grid system in where he manipulated both the arrangement of the grid and the surfaces in response to program and site conditions. My main focus for the initial part of my exploration was the intertwined reflection and relationship between the interior space and the adjacent exterior.
HISTORY THROUGH STRUCTURE
To explore the idea of how Terragni manipulated the grid to accommodate and reflect the program, I used an exploded axonometric drawing.
I isolated the atrium of the building because it is important in portraying the program. The building was originally designed for the Facist movement. The atrium was used for gatherings and was essential for the movement. No matter how many times the program has changed through history, this part of the building will always show its origins and the concept behind the building. I found this a very compelling idea structure showing the history of the building. I then exploded and shifted the surrounding volume to showcase the main circulation of the building. Due to the importance of the atrium, inhabitants can view it from almost any point inside the building. The circulation in a way encapsulates this main atrium, enforcing the idea of Facism and unity.
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Exploded Axonometric Drawing
fenestration
The main concept of my analysis for this part of the project is exploration of the architect’s use and manipulation of fenestration in reflection to the ambient light. He then uses both dynamic and static elements to specifically control light in response to program.
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W-SW
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Architecture of air
The problem and parameters that were given was to use the provided white nylon, wire and thread to develop a structure that spans the width and length of a desk (30 x 60). I tackled this problem by trying to find the best economic solution. Since the wire they gave us was not able to reach the span of the desk, I focused my attention on trying to extend the length of the wire. I also focused on how to use the fabric so that it will transcend being only a skin. I wanted a structure with all parts playing a role without anything being decorative. I wanted to create a structure that efficiently follows the constraints without the use of any unnecessary parts and materials. Using the wire to create the structure was quite simple, it was finding a way to use the fabric in tandem that posed a challenge. My whole structure was created with the idea that the materials used cannot be replaced with any other material and therefore uses its natural strengths. It also has the possibility to endlessly span in the horizontal direction due to its modularity.
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Architecture of Earth
The problem and parameters that were given was to decrease the original mass and volume to 50% and move the centroid at an exact point. To accomplish the parameters, I had to establish a strict ruleset guided by both aesthetics and mathematics. The concept for this project is reveal the transformation that occurs to reach the parameters by using flow, movement, and memory. The centroid for each layer is evident with the way that the lines are organized and spaced. The radiant centroid for each level created spaces and volumes that are reminiscent of Carlos Scarpa, due to the movement of the offset lines.
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New MGH
Existing MGH
Original Urban Fabric and Grain
Physical and Visual Barriers
Car and Foot Traffic
boston west end in layers Pre-urban renewal, the West End had a lot of layers which gave it culture, diversity and vibrance. Now it is stark and lifeless. There is a lack of activity and foot traffic aside from housing due to disorientation and lack of diverse program. There are also visual and physical barriers that discourage access from the outside. In return, they were able to provide a safe area with a lot of green spaces. Unfortunately, those green spaces are no where near maximum utility. I used urban design to reanimate and revitalize the West End by using the concept of layers. Layers enable me to maximize the area by adding program while maintaining the green spaces. The green spaces are vital to maintain due to the surrounding highways that produce toxic fumes. I tried to use the same concepts of layering on my residential units by bringing the greenscape inside the building and stacking them. I may not have been as successful in following the same concept as the urban scale within the building scale. If I had more time to develop the concept, I would now focus on the buildings. However, I was more interested in the spaces and voids that the building create which I used to sculpt the green spaces.
Built Topographic Height
Bisection Allowing Layers of Access
Connection between MGH
Building section perspective
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site elevation
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average of 6 seconds to reach top speed
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slope promotes to make children run average of 4 seconds to reach top speed provides protection against muscle pain
maximum slope to be able to run top speed decreased increases amount of work
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changes in slope lowers center of gravity reduces impact and impulse makes running more dynamic
sand increases surface area decreases impact and risk of injury increases amount of work 15°
water increases surface area decreases impact and risk of injury inreases amount of work
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maximum slope for running safely average of 3 seconds to reach top speed provides protection against muscle pain
overlook terrace playscape The concept for this design of a playscape is to create an environment that promotes impulse and running by controlling slopes and increasing surface area.
Running is a universal means of terrestrial locomotion allowing humans and animals to rapidly move on foot. Defined as “gait” in atheltic terms, running is when two feet are off the ground simultaneously, in contrast to walking where one foot is always on the ground. Running speeds can vary and also controlled. Most children play through running and it is a means of connecting them through a millenia of human history. Unfortunately, less and less children are running because of the current inactive and lethargic lifestyle, and decrease in safe available space.
disables one ability to run average of 3 seconds to reach top speed increases amount of work
changes in slope lowers center of gravity reduces impact and impulse makes running more dynamic
promote children’s ingenuity cultivates children’s rhythmic balance can form children’s orientation perception
impulse and impact
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built intervention
contested space respite natural natural
OVERLOOK AT WOOD ISLAND MARSH Creating a physical boundary between built and natural environment to isolate each ecosystem that originally created a contested space, while utilizing each of their own innate activity. This innate activity is utilized to manipulate the amount of work the user experiences. This allows the architecture to have a contrast between moments of work and rest leaving the participant space for respite, defined as “a short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant.�
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built intervention concrete to earth
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ground manipulation MBTA pedestrian access access access moment of respite MBTA
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moment of respite
pedestrian access
construction lines
moment of respite
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Primary health mobile clinic During natural disasters like typhoons and earthquakes, medical care for those afflicted is needed. Disaster medicine is the area of medical specialization serving the dual areas of providing health care to disaster survivors and providing medical related disaster preparation, disaster planning, disaster response, and disaster recovery leadership throughout the disaster life cycle.
PURCHASE
PACKING
INITIAL RESPONSE
SETUP BASE
WAREHOUSE
The main injuries and illnesses to focus on particularly after rapid-onset disasters are blunt trauma, crush-related injuries, or drowning. Deaths from communicable diseases after natural disasters are less common but are still a large issue. Due to said natural disasters, resources are often unavailable due to damage. One important resource is the primary health clinics and hospitals, which are crucial for maintaining a proper health system.
HURRICANE PLANNING
EXISTING STRUCTURE VACCINE
EARTHQUAKE
DEPLOYMENT VOLUNTEERING
TENT STRUCTURE
TSUNAMI
TRANSPORT SUPPLIES AND VOLUNTEERS
CASE BY CASE MOBILE CLINIC
DONATING ERUPTION
DIAGNOSE
REFUGEE CAMP
PATIENT
TRANSPORTED TO FOREIGN MEDICAL FACILITY
TREATMENT
FIRST AID
WASTE
Current disaster relief organizations provide a swift coordinated disaster recovery plan in a crisis situation. However, they still have to coordinate with the local government which may aid or hinder the process. Their key focus areas include: control of communicable diseases including malaria, diarrhea, acute respiratory infections and cholera, immunizations, malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies in vulnerable populations, psychological services, and disaster preparedness and risk reduction. Organizations and local government usually respond by sending in supplies and volunteers while setting up a temporary base of operations with an existing building, inflatable hospitals or a framed tent. Provisions include medical supplies, tents, and volunteer doctors and nurses. These provisions are transferred in numerous ways but most often they are sent in bulk individual packages and are not consolidated as a package. This results in disorganization and lack of communication in a time where people need to be treated as soon as possible. There is also a lack of infrastructure that replaces or supplements the existing primary care facilities. Primary care is important because of not only treating the newly injured and afflicted but those that need constant care.
FEATURES
ACCESSIBLE
EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
EASY TO DEPLOY
TOILET ROOM
DIRECTION TO SPECIFIC FACILITY
PATIENT
DIAGNOSES
TREATMENT
MOBILE CLINIC PROCESS
INFORMATION
SUPPLIES
WAITING ROOM
MEDICAL RECORDS STORAGE
CENTRALIZED WAREHOUSE
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
EXAM ROOM
PRIMARY CARE
CENTRALIZED WAREHOUSE PERSONNEL
PHYSICAL CHECK-UP
DIRECTIONS AND TRACKING
ULTRASOUND
X-RAY
LABORATORY TESTS
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FIRST AID FIRST AID LABORATORY
DIAGNOSES
RECEPTION
After looking at the current experience of disaster medicine, I decided to focus on the mobile clinic because of its mobility and its potential of providing a more professional and complete health experience. My intervention is aptly named “Primary Health Mobile Clinic”, which not only focuses on disaster medicine but also on primary care to provide the system a longer lifespan. When not in used for disaster relief, the mobile clinic can be used in rural areas.
TOILET
WAITING ROOM movement flow diagram
FIRST AID
SCANNING EQUIPMENT
EQUIPMENT
UNDERCOUNTER CABINET
UNDERCOUNTER CABINET
My systems of mobile clinics include a central hub in where the mobile clinics can be restocked, maintained, and cleaned properly. The central hub will be in charge of consolidating all of the donations and stocks then properly distribute them. They are also in charge of assigning doctors, nurses, and volunteers to the sites.
TOILET
The Primary Health Mobile Clinic is equipped with everything you need for primary care (Refer to General supplies and equipment for health facilities document). It is also designed to be modular so each unit can be replaced or the system can be modified to suit the crisis at hand. The current model that I have designed includes Waiting, First Aid, Reception, Diagnoses, Laboratory, and Toilet.
FILES
LAB EQUIPMENT
COMPUTER
BED
LABORATORY
DIAGNOSES ROOM
RECEPTION
The modular system compresses and expands for easy mobility and can be customized depending on the need. It can also be transported with a truck or can also be dropped via helicopter.
compressed unit plan FIRST AID AREA
SCANNING EQUIPMENT
FIRST AID
EQUIPMENT FILES
LAB EQUIPMENT UNDERCOUNTER CABINET
TOILET
UNDERCOUNTER CABINET
COMPUTER
BED
LABORATORY
DIAGNOSES ROOM
WAITING AREA
expanded unit plan
RECEPTION
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