JOURNAL
ROBYN MACKENZIE, 914559 ANDREW WALTER, 06 DESIGN STUDIO BETA SEMESTER 1, 2018
ASSIGNMENT 1 Process The figure ground drawing was based off the concept of a birdsnest -- with linear forms following a radial pattern. The form is similar to the field vectors and twig figure ground examples shown in the lecture.
Figure 1: Journal brainstorm of figure ground elements
Figure 2: Figure ground element before blocking in shapes
Rule Based Approach I solidified the shapes using a rule based approach where sticks that overlapped were blocked in -- creating figure elements. Figure 3: Figure ground after blocking in shapes with two final zoomed in sections
ASSIGNMENT 2
Figure 6: Greenhouse sketch
Figure 7: Short stay pavilion sketch
Figure 4: Journal sketch of programs
Figure 5: Floor plans of site
Process I wanted my buildings to be able to be closed off to cater for private events. The allotment of functions follows a linear pattern as more public buildings like the entrance and greenhouse are located at the front, the semi-public main function pavilion is located in the middle, and the private short stay rooms are located at the back. My building concept was influenced by Eric Owen Moss’s playful architectural work with concrete and glass. Figure 8: Entrance pavilion sketch
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Figure Elements Axonometric
Greenhouse and Bathrooms
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Function Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Ice-Cream Parlour
Double and Single Rooms
Two Double Rooms
Entrance and Conference Room
Figure 9: Building matrix Exercise Name
Drawing Tittle
Studio Beta Building Development Figure Elements Axon Assignment 2 & Earth
Student Name:
Tutor Name:
Robyn Mackenzie - ID 914559
Andrew Walter
Coordinators Name:
Date:
Leire Asensio-Villoria and David Mah
12 / Apr / 2018
Comments
Scale 1 : 125@A3 (drawn in millimeters)
North
I envisioned a juxtaposition between the concrete “shell� and the glass interior. I wanted my buildings to display the concept of the concrete facade peeling back to expose the glass underneath. The greenhouse displays this parasitic like quality of my buildings. The use of concrete, glass, and wood paneling creates an engaging exterior. 0m
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Overall Site Plan Axonometric
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Studio Beta & Earth
Assignment 2
Drawing Tittle Overall Site Axon
Student Name:
Tutor Name:
Robyn Mackenzie - ID 914559
Andrew Walter
Coordinators Name:
Date:
Leire Asensio-Villoria and David Mah
12 / Apr / 2018
Comments
Scale 1 : 125@A3 (drawn in millimeters) 0m
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3m
North
Drawing No
03 03 of 03
Figure 12: Photo of 3D printed model
Figure 11: Detail photo of 3D printed model
Figure 13: Photo of 3D printed model
ASSIGNMENT 3
Figure 15: Shadow diagram
Figure 16: Wind direction diagram
Figure 14: Journal sketch of landscape
Process I wanted my landscape to continue the geometric quality of my buildings. I also wanted each landform to be seating height to make the space more humanistic. I wanted a strong dialogue between my buildings and landscape so I sunk the short stay buildings into the ground.
Figure 17: Runoff diagram
Figure 18: Sections of landscape and buildings
Figure 19: Diagram showing materiality of landscape and foliage
ASSIGNMENT 4 Process I wanted to push my assignment 3 landscapes further with bolder landscape gestures though multiplying and lifting. I choose to cantilever my greenhouse above a sunken nook to create a interesting relationship between my buildings and the landscape. I connected the buildings above this sunken nook through a network of bridges -- further adding to the playful quality of my landforming. I decided to turn the short stay pavilions and the main function pavilion into roof gardens so I altered my terrain to allow for easier access. I removed the wood paneling on my buildings to further juxtapose the glass and concrete.
Figure 20: Journal brainstorm of new landscape
Figure 21: Journal brainstorm of new landscape
Figure 22: Journal brainstorm of new landscape
Figure 23: Final sections of buildings and landscape
Figure 24: Final axonometric of buildings and landscape
Perspective A This perspective highlights the landscape behind the main function pavilion. The image illustrates how the landscape and parts of the building can be utilized as seating in addition to showing the exploitative qualities of my garden.
Perspective B This perspective shows the inside of my greenhouse looking to the entry building. It displays the bridge network and the sunken garden below. This image highlights how the exploitative nature of my gardens transcends to the interior spaces -- allowing the blending of figure and ground.