Newtown Community Hub

30.5m

24.6m

Hub Concept 1

Hub Concept 2

Downward Sloping Site Facade Mimics Land

Busy Corner. Cycle way becomes big design influence

South Easterly winds and a downward sloping site onto Rintoul Sreet.

Eduardian Architecture

The community hub will house a bike repair and build workshop called the mechanical tempest. As the hub is situated amongst a very busy cycle network, it is the perfect addition to support the sense of community

A bike storage system will be put into place for public bike parking or storage. Both short term and long term options will be available as described below

A diagramatic map of the cycleway through Newtown and how it linksto the two chosen sites within the communal network.

Considering Environmental Factors

Site Development

Switched on bikes will also be a part of the hub. Providing electronic bike services for residents and tourists of Newtown and surrounding communities

The main hall for the community hub will be a large open space with surrounding facilities that take into account all types of people and cultures

Cycle Way Underneath Main Cantilever Facade

The community hub will house a bike repair and build workshop called the mechanical tempest. As the hub is situated amongst a very busy cycle network, it is the perfect addition to support the sense of community

A diagramatic map of the cycleway through Newtown and how it linksto the two chosen sites within the communal network.

A bike storage system will be put into place for public bike parking or storage. Both short term and long term options will be available as described below

Site Development

Switched on bikes will also be a part of the hub. Providing electronic bike services for residents and tourists of Newtown and surrounding communities

The main hall for the community hub will be a large open space with surrounding facilities that take into account all types of people and cultures

Cycle Way Underneath Main Cantilever Facade

South Elevation

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West Elevation 4m

North Elevation 4m

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Canvas Sail Movement

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Wind Analysis

Above the diagrams show the Southern and Northern Sail covers that form a temporary wall for the performance space. Features including sliding along a linear roller.

The sails can be moved to either side and thus creates protection from wind and rain.

As can be seen in the diagram to the left, the prevailing winds are mainly from the North and the South. The inclusion of canvas sails over the performance space is so that the harsh winds are blocked yet the sails still allow in a soft flow of air through.

The primary problem area is the entry space as it is very exposed. Howeveer a dense collection of poles will create a minimal barrier to the wind.

East Elevation 4m

The canvas sail is attached to a simple hook system that is clamped onto the canvas and anchored into the concrete base. The hook is a simple click and release hook for ease of use.

The flexibility with these canvas sails is that they can be removed and taken down on a hot day to let in fresh air.

When the canvas sails are dropped, it allows for more space to be used on either side and thus accomodating more people.

Canvas Sail Movement

The flexibility with these canvas sails is that they can be removed and taken down on a hot day to let in fresh air.

When the canvas sails are dropped, it allows for more space to be used on either side and thus accomodating more people.

Above the diagrams show the Southern and Northern Sail covers that form a temporary wall for the performance space.

Features including sliding along a linear roller. The sails can be moved to either side and thus creates protection from wind and rain.

Wind Analysis

The canvas sail is attached to a simple hook system that is clamped onto the canvas and anchored into the concrete base. The hook is a simple click and release hook for ease of use.

As can be seen in the diagram to the left, the prevailing winds are mainly from the North and the South. The inclusion of canvas sails over the performance space is so that the harsh winds are blocked yet the sails still allow in a soft flow of air through.

The primary problem area is the entry space as it is very exposed. Howeveer a dense collection of poles will create a minimal barrier to the wind.

Lower:

1. Mechanical Tempest workshop 2. Storage 3. Mechanical Tempest repairshop 4. Switched on E-Bicylces 5. Bike Parking 6. Elevator 7. Community Lounge 8. Kitchen 9. Bathrooms 10. Bike Runway

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Upper:

1. Stage Space 2. Seating Area 3. lobby 4. Elevator 5. Front Entrance 6. Dance Studio 7. Meeting Space 8. Meeting Space 9. Gallery 10. Park Lane

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1. Rooftop Bar/Seating 2. Upstairs Seating 3. Elevator 4. Lightroom 5. Recording Studio 6. Main Office

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Lower Level Ground Floor Plan SCALE 1:200

Mid Level First Floor Plan SCALE 1:200

Upper Level Second Floor Plan SCALE 1:200

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Street Render

Performance Space

Short Side Section

Above the section render shows the complexity within the centre of the hub that forms the main lobby space for the users. With a central lift that connects the entire structure, guests will be able to experience the exciting and interesting space easily as each space flows into the next

Below the diagram shows the environmental consideration. With the large cantilevered office space being very exposed to not only wind but also extremely harsh sunlight that could lead to glare wich is unwanted in this space.

Below some strategies are laid out for the client to consider when taking the design further.

Rooftop Bar

Base Model

Louvres

Extra Glazing

Combination Set

Exploded Render

Below the diagram shows the environmental consideration. With the large cantilevered office space being very exposed to not only wind but also extremely harsh sunlight that could lead to glare wich is unwanted in this space.

Below some strategies are laid out for the client to consider when taking the design further.

Base Model

Louvres

Extra Glazing

Combination Set

Considering the daylight and themral factors played a big role in determining the programs within the structure. Placing the office on an exposed cantilever is what the client wanted and thus it is given but with the space being so exposed it caused for some problems. The space would be too bright due to the large windows and thus cause glare and overheating. To combat this design strategies such as louvres or light shelfes can be put in place to diffuse the light whilst keeping the office in its place.

For spaces such as the bike workshops and kitchen it was decided that less light was needed in these spaces although artificial lighting can easily make up for the loss of natural lighting.

The rooftop bar is highly exposed but perfect because it is an open space and thus cannot be too bright or too hot because there is always a constant breeze on the site.