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1 THE RING, 2 THE ROW, THE LAST RESORT, 3 4 CENTRO DI SPORT DI ROMA, THE STEPPING WALL, 5 6 THE LEVITATOR, THE MOTION LIBRARY, 7 8 THE WISE FOLLY, 9 FERAL FORMATIONS, NYC, NY
CORNELL UNIVERSITY
( PROFESSOR HENRY RICHARDSON )
ITHACA, NY
CORNELL UNIVERSITY
( PROFESSOR LUBEN DIMCHEFF )
ITHACA, NY
CORNELL UNIVERSITY
( PROFESSOR ALICIA IMPERIALE )
CORNELL UNIVERSITY
( PROFESSOR WERNER GOEHNER )
ROME, ITALY
NYC, NY
CORNELL UNIVERSITY
( PROFESSORS THOMAS PHIFER AND GABRIEL SMITH )
CORNELL UNIVERSITY
( PROFESSOR WERNER GOEHNER )
ITHACA, NY
LOS ANGELES, CA
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ( PROFESSOR LAUREL BROUGHTON )
LOS ANGELES, CA
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ( PROFESSOR LAUREL BROUGHTON )
SAN DIEGO, CA
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ( PROFESSOR HRAZTAN ZEITLIAN )
C O N T E N T S
THE RING NYC, NY
Built along the Highline, the mixed use public and private building was conceptualized as a strip interacting with the Highline. Facing the Hudson River on one side and the city on the other, the project is designed with an intention to create a dialogue between land and water. With distinct private zones and semi-private zones to completely public zones, the positioning and conceptualization of the project corresponds to its utility and functionality. While the hotel and apartments are on top of the structure, the restaurants, resort and retail are closer to the Highline level. Constructed primarily out of concrete and glass, the intention of the design is to create a hierarchy between solid and void, and thick and hollow. The heavy structure floats above the ground, and is supported by concrete columns which also function as the circulation cores of the building. Creating diverse interior lighting conditions, along with shade and shadows throughout the day, the structure has strategic viewpoints giving views in all directions. Creating a vertical relationship with the highline, the structure not only aims to be a connector of public life but also provides a monumental experience.
TRAFFIC FLOW / CONNECTIONS
VIEWS
RETAIL FOOD PRIVATE GALLERY
SURROUNDING AREA
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DEVELOPMENTAL DIAGRAM
SITE ENGAGEMENT
STREETSCAPE
CITYSCAPE
SKYSCAPE
STRUCTURAL DIAGRAM
EXPLODED AXONOMETRIC
VEHICULAR CIRCULATION
CIRCULATION DIAGRAMS
PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATION
RETAIL
GALLERY
LOBBY
RESORT
HOTEL SUITES
ACTIVITY / USE DIAGRAMS
APARTMENTS
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PUBLIC - PRIVATE DIAGRAMS
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STREET LEVEL PLAN
HIGHLINE LEVEL PLAN
RUNNING TRACK LEVEL PLAN
RESORT LEVEL PLAN
HOTEL SUITES PLAN
APARTMENTS LEVEL PLAN
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THE ROW ITHACA, NY
Built on the edge of Cass Park, the rowing center was conceptualized as a pier that extends into the Cayuga Lake. With an intention to create a dialogue between land and water, the positioning of the boathouse corresponds to its utility and functionality. While the boat storage is on top of the lake, the gym and office spaces are on the land. Constructed primarily out of wood and glass, a series of angled wooden louvres form the exterior skin of the building. The structure floats above the ground, and is supported by concrete columns which run all the way from land to water. The storage space is connected to the lake with movable ramps, which are further connected to permanent barges floating on the water. Creating diverse interior lighting conditions, along with shade and shadows throughout the day, the structure has strategic viewpoints giving views in all directions. Linearity in shape and structure has been a major factor for design decisions.
SITE PLAN
SITE SECTION
REAR ELEVATION
LEFT ELEVATION
FRONT ELEVATION
RIGHT ELEVATION
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DETAIL SECTIONS
EXPLODED AXON
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THE LAST RESORT ITHACA, NY
The Last Resort is a structural system that aims to rethink architectural design and manufacturing techniques. It explores the filigree and delicate skeletons of radiolarians, with their well-defined hexagonal patterns, and transfers this concept to architectural scale, materializing it in a large scale structure. Radiolarians are tiny unicellular organisms abundant in Cayuga Lake. In contrast to most other unicellular organisms, they exhibit a huge variety of bizarre shapes. The most significant aspect of their structure is the exquisite skeleton, which has an evident resemblance to lightweight building structures, and has been the subject of research for the project. Using parametric design techniques and exploring new methods of architectural investigation, the project aims to analyze the principles of bionic architecture. Combining flexibility with fluidity, The Last Resort consists of individual elements or blocks, which come together to create composite center. Each element retains its individuality by being mobile and unrestrained. This research and design project investigates various Grasshopper techniques and concepts, integrating them with the conceptualization of this floating eco-center.
SITE PLAN
TRIANGULATION ANALYSIS
CONNECTOR POINTS GENERATION
GRID PATTERN GENERATION
AGGREGATION FROM HEXAGONS
VORONOI SURFACE DIVISION
CIRCLE PACKING
OPIMIZED PATTERN MANIPULATION
OFFSET AND SMOOTHENED
MESH DEVELOPMENT AND REGENERATION
MOVEMENT ANALYSIS
FORM GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
CENTRO DI SPORT DI ROMA ROME, ITALY
Located in the Testaccio area, which has been the subject of a major redevelopment in recent years, the project aims to address the existing issues of the area and provide a solution to a few prevailing problems. This sports complex serves the Testaccio of those sports spaces which are lacking today. Facing considerable degradation, the site misses out on urban connections and circulation, which are addresed in the project, From this point of retraining and opening to the district, the 'idea is to build a sports center where the main beneficiaries will be local residents as well as the sporting community of the city, Serving as a connector of work and play, this center consists of a soccer field, basketball courts, tennis courts, squash courts, museum area, display spaces, galleries, kids center, shopping and restaurants, thereby appealing to people of all ages. Conceptualized as a public center, the project uses circulation strongly to create a diverse range of spatial variation on the inside, and distinct urban connections on the outside.
LAND-USE LAND USEE MAP
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STREET NETWORK
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TRANSPORTATION NETWORK
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DESIGN INTERVENTION
COMMERCIAL GYM BASKETBALL TENNIS MUSEUM/ CULTURAL
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THE STEPPING WALL GOWANUS, NYC
Context: Designed to mirror the raw and permeable qualities of the Gowanus neighborhood, the building physically connects the canal and streets around it, allowing for free circulation across the site. Program: Located on parcel of city owned land currently a salt storage lot, the program expands the use of site to include several other pressing needs in the neighborhood, combining a storm water storage tank (CSO), community educational and recreational activities. Atmosphere: Brick, a construction material commonly found in this neighborhood, is used to tie the new building back to the Goawnus but also to achieve a new visual transparency by modulating the coursing to open the walls, preserving the permeable quality of the neighborhood. At levels above the maximum water line, the brick walls form screens which veil the interior of the site and allude to the permeable nature of the neighborhood. As these walls descend below the waterline they become solid and thicken into massive retaining walls to resist the force of the water both inside and outside the CSO tank.
SECTION STUDY
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MODEL STUDY
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BELOW GRADE LEVEL PLAN
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THE LEVITATOR ITHACA, NY
Designed as a floating block, the concept behind this was to eliminate the use of columns and to build a structure with a free plan. Constructed primarily using steel, this light-weight structure is not only economical but is also environment friendly. Held at the corners by concrete ramps, the building gives a sense of levitation. Not only does it serve as a bridge connecting one part of the city to other, it also marks the entry to Ithaca and serves as a gateway to the city. Adding to the lives of the locals, this project aims to create a landmark which is both aesthetically appealing and functional simultaneously.
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SKIN ANALYSIS
SITE PLAN
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THE MOTION LIBRARY LOS ANGELES, CA
Conceptualized as a multi-structure complex, this library is designed for a site in Downtown Los Angeles. Dedicated to showcasing, storing, launching and advertising cars, the library adopts an aerodynamic design like cars, and is fluid, while retaining its rectilinear form. Divided into complexes, the structure creates a distinct hierarchy of spaces and provides an experiential circulation loop. The building maximizes the use of natural light by alternating large glass and solid panels, thereby making it environmentally friendly. Framing views of the city, the library is designed giving equal importance to people of all ages. With the idea to create a public arena that is both contained and secured, this library focusses on creating experiences for car enthusiasts. The orange colored panels on the building reiterate its deep connection with vehicles and automobiles.
DETAIL SECTION
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LEVEL 1 PLAN
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QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS
QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS 45°
THE WISE FOLLY LOS ANGELES, CA
Created for a kid’s park in Hollywood, this folly is not limited to being only a piece of installation, but is also interactive and usable by the public. With a three dimensional triangulated facade, the structure creates a distinct depth of shadow and light conditions, while providing a break from the monotony of the park. With numerous openings to enter and exit the central contained space, and a wide variety of views, the project enhances children’s imagination and serves as a zone of entertainment and education. Built using various metals, this is a lightweight structure and is self-supported.
QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS
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FERAL FORMATIONS SAN DIEGO, CA
This project focuses on the analysis, transformation, and trans analysis of an existing form to create a distinct spatial form. Retaining the major properties of the form from which it is derived, the new form aims to create new design strategies while exploring the additive and multiplicative properties of design development. An outdoor sculptural monument, developed from the analysis and alteration of a shape and an object. Serving as an addition to the existing house of an architect, this concept serves as the office space, addressing the ideas of public and private spaces, movement, lighting and ventilation. Showing the relationship between different forms, this addition project aims to revitalize the site and create an atmosphere of imagination.
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ELEVATION PROCESS DIAGRAM
PLAN PROCESS DIAGRAM
TRANSFORMATION DIAGRAM
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BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTURE CANDIDATE, COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE, ART AND PLANNING, CORNELL UNIVERSITY pr398@cornell.edu +1 (818) 255 - 8477