Portfolio
Ryan Battick
Name : Ryan Battick Tutor: Patrick Drewello Tutor Group: 9+10 MMU ID: 11071077 Year 2
Introduction Site analyses history sITE STUDY sITE MODEL
CONCEPT iNITIAL IDEAS fIRST PROPOSAL pRECEDENT
dEVELOPMENT Staircase concept final staircase Materials precedent Concept/Schematic hybrid drawing
final Ground floor plan First floor plan Second floor plan East Section North section Elevations Interior perspectives Structure Ventilation Environment
Introduction
1.01 Photo from the opposite side of the river Severn
This portfolio Displays the process of designing the Ironbridge Kayak centre from the Site analyses, all the way to the final visualizations. It encapsulates the whole project, the portfolio begins with the site analyses and intends to carry the reader through the detailed conceptualization and development process of designing the kayak centre, The portfolio gives insight into every decision the architect made throughout the process, culminating in the final proposal for the Ironbridge kayak centre
Site Analyses
2.01 Aerial view of site
Ironbridge, Telford The site, Ironbridge, is currently being used by kayak users and other water sport enthusiasts that use the river Severn. The site is a small patch of sand that is also vastly populated by trees and large shrubs. The combination of the site’s unique characteristics and the needs of the people that use the site make the site and the possible interventions quite interesting.
2.02 Photos from site
2.04 Historical maps
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1960 2.03 Sketch from site visit
Buildings Previous path of river River path
Contemporary
History
Ironbridge is famous for its rich history and its involvement in the industrial revolution. The raw materials found in the area in and around coalbrookedale made it the perfect location for factories as it would provide easy access to coal, iron ore, sand and limestone. Large amounts of bricks and tiles were produced and shipped downstream. The Maps represent the changes in the urban fabric of the town over a number of years. It shows the changes of the river and the buildings around the site.
2.05 Painting of historical coalbrookedale
2.06 Sketch of site analyses
2.07 Routes in and around site
Site study and Routes on site the images represent the studies undertaken during the visit to the site. The Sketch shows a number of important factors that were integral in the development of the concept.
2.08 sections AT 1:1000
2.09 sITE MODEL AT 1:500
site mODEL AND lIGHT sTUDY at THIS POINT IN THE PROJECT A NUMBER OF MODELS WERE MADE TO EXPLORE THE SPACIAL RELATIONSHIPS ON THE SITE AND AROUND THE SITE. a NUMBER OF CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SITE THAT STOOD OUT ON THE SITE VISIT INFLUENCED THE MODELS. tHE FIRST MODEL WAS A REPRESENTATION OF A NUMBER OF SECTIONS TAKEN ALONG THE SITE, THIS DISPLAYED THE TOPOGRAPHY OF THE SITE AND THE WIDER CONTEXT. tHE NEXT MODEL WAS A SITE MODEL WHICH GAVE US INSIGHT INTO THE SITE AND ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH ITS IMMEDIATE SURROUNDINGS.
2.10 lIGHT STUDY ON 1:500 MODEL
2.11 Sketch of Sections along site
Section a Sections and level study of the site One of the most important elements of the site was its level changes. The whole town is located in the Gorge of the river Severn. Level changes and height differences is an integral aspect of the site, therefore, a number of site sections were taken at different locations along the path of the river, through the site.
Section B
The study Revealed that there was a specific relationship between the horizontal and the vertical elements of the site.
Section C d Section D
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Section E
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Concept
2.12 Study of sound vs level changes
2.13 Horizontal and vertical elements of the site
Horizontality vs Verticality During the site Visit A sound vs Levels study was undertaken. ThIS study looked at the relationship between the noise and the level changes around site, there ARE a number of level changes over the distance between the main road and the river. The sketch shows the relationship found. 2.14 Topographical model at 1:5000
During the site visit and the site analyses, various vertical features and horizontal elements were noted. The relationship between the horizontal and the vertical is an integral characteristic of the site. At this point the aim was to enhance or mirror this relationship found on the site.
2.15 Initial sketches
Initial ideas The design process was based upon the concept of horizontality vs verticality. after the concept of the project was established a number of ideas and proposals began to come into form. these proposals intended to emphasize the concept and almost mimic or mirror the surroundings because the idea of horizontality and verticality was naturally displayed on the site. The Proposals aimed at showing the relationship between the horizontal and the vertical through the buildings design and through it’s form.
2.17 Materials considered
The materials considered at this point were black stained concrete for the exterior walls and a steel structure that was secondary. The black steel walls was to symbolize the relationship between coal and the history of the site. The steel structure was aimed at creating a relationship between the Ironbridge and the building.
2.16 first proposal
2.18 Sketches showing the relationship between horizontal and vertical through form
After the initial proposals were made, the ideas and designs were analysed. the following precedent played a vital role in the development of the design. with the initial ideas the concept was expressed through the form of the building itself. the precedent, the irs Kansas city campus expresses its vertical and horizontal elements very effectively, however, it is done through its choice of materials and it is designed into the details. the design was developed considering the expression of the concept through details and materials rather than the form.
Precedent : IRS Kansas City Campus
Development on design After the analyses of the irs campus, The design developed in form and function. The programme of the building was established and the form was also brought forward. From the Sketch, the programme goes from Wet space (Pink) to Public space (orange) to Private space (Green), and to Restaurant space/public space (red), all these spaces are connected through the circulation space (blue). The Design moved on from expressing the concept through the form of the building to attempting to express the concept through details and materials.
2.21 development of design
2.19 model at 1:200 2.20 Materials considered
Further development
2.24 Sketches of regulations regarding staircase
Concept Through staircase The initial designs of the staircase aimed at encapsulating the concept of horizontality vs verticality. The initial designs were attempting to create the feeling of each step hanging through 3 floors from the ceiling. The verticality is emphasized through the black wooden rectangular poles that are hung from each floor, however, through detailing, the poles attached at each floor will appear to be one continuous pole that is fixed on the top floor only. the verticality is contrasted by the step itself.
2.23 concept through stairs
Final Design : Staircase
2.25 final renders of staircase
The final design of the staircase has vertical poles that seem to hang from the ceiling, these vertical poles are made from black polished wood. the poles emphasize the verticality by giving the impression of tall thin structures, similar to the trees found on site. The vertical poles are actually supported at each floor.
Materials The Steps of the staircase are made from glass, This was done to reveal the white polished wooden supports underneath that purposefully contrast the black vertical poles. this relationship to between the supports and the poles is to represent the relationship between the horizontal and the vertical. 2.27 Materials considered
2.26 Staircase at 1:100
2.27 Photos of “line of work�
Precedent : line of work by Jill anholt This precedent uses light to emphasize lines and certain elements of the installation. the idea of using lighting in the design to emphasize elements was used to develop the design. The design was developed by using light to emphasize the concept by illuminating the structural elements and details that show the verticality and horizontally.
2.28 Sketches showing ideas of lighting the building
COncept/Schematic hybrid drawing
the Ironbridge kayak Centre
ground Floor The ground floor of the kayak centre, programmatically, is the Wet space., The outdoor ‘dock’ is for Users to get in and out of their kayaks easily. the ground floor is the space assigned for the participants to change for the sport, remove their kayak from storage and proceed directly onto the river, without leaving the building. outdoor space also has seating for spectators or visitors who just want to relax by the river.
First floor the first floor is the main circulation space within the programme of the building, it is a mix between wet and dry space. The main entrance to the building is on the first floor. upon entry each visitor is greeted by the reception desk and transported down a corridor that is completely open on its right to the views of the river and the site.. the race office provides a 180 degree view of the river and the site. this floor also has a lounge that gives each visitor to relax indoors and enjoy the spectacular view of the river Severn in all seasons.
Second floor The Second floor is the restaurant and bar space. ten metres above the ground, the restaurant and lounge space provides breathtaking views onto the river and the trees around. This floor has restrooms, a bar, a kitchen and storage space for both. the floor is a perfect space to relax and have a meal, escaping the cold, wet outdoors but still enjoying the beauty of the landscape.
East Section
Section a-a
scale 1:100
This section is taken along the width of the building. traces of the concept may be seen in the very form of the building along with the details of the building. the kayak dock on the ground floor allows easy access to the river and also serves as an excellent viewing platform. The path that was widely used on the site previously was protected, and the section shows the space that the structure has created in relation to this path. the vertical circulation space is also an integral element of the design which connects the spaces and emphasizes the concept simultaneously.
North Section
sECTION b-b
scale 1:100
This is the section taken along the line B-B
scale 1:100
South elevation
scale 1:100
West elevation
Interior perspectives The final design of the kayak centre is an encapsulation of the concept “horizontality vs verticality� the concept is embodied in every aspect of the building from the form, to the details in the furniture. The interior perspectives show the race office, which is located at the tip of the first floor, and the staircase on the ground floor. the race office overhangs the river and gives race officers a 180 degree view of the river and a perfect platform to oversee all races.
2.31 View from the entrance on the ground floor
2.32 View of the Race office on the first floor
Interior perspectives on the top floor, the restaurant AND BAR SPACE IS COMPLETE WITH A CASUAL LOUNGE SPACE TO GIVE VISITORS A PLACE TO RELAX AFTER A LONG DAY OF SIGHTSEEING AND EXPLORING. tHE TOP FLOOR PROVIDES A WARM AND COMFORTABLE PLACE FOR EATING, DRINKING AND VIEWING. THE ENTRANCE PERSPECTIVE SHOWS THE VIEW FROM THE ENTRYWAY OF THE FIRST FLOOR, THE FLOOR IS COMPLETE WITH CIRCULATION SPACE AND A SMALL LOUNGE AREA FOR VISITORS TO STOP AND ENJOY THE BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPES BEHIND THE PROTECTION OF THE 3M TALL GLASS WALLS. 2.33 View of restaurant and Lounge 2.34 view from the main entrance on the first floor
dead + LIve loads
Transfer of loads
Structure The kayak centre is constructed from a steel structure, with concrete slabs for each floor. each floor uses a slimdeck concrete slab to reduce the thickness of each floor, while providing space for the services to be run between the ridges of the corrugated steel deck.
2.35 Structure of building 2.36 Detailing of ground/wall
the foundation is a strip foundation with short piles at sections where necessary. the concrete slab transfers loads to The steel structure, then the loads are transferred through the frame and through the foundation to the ground..
Concrete slabs
glass Curtain wall
Steel Frame structure
Steel Cantilever Support
shallow Strip foundation
2.37 Exploded perspective drawing of building
Natural Ventilation the direction and path of the wind was found and recorded during the site analyses. from the sketch , it may be seen that the wind comes off the hills and down through the gorge, blowing from west to east. With this consideration, The kayak centre was designed with a natural ventilation system, The West facade of the building is hit with the winds from up-river, the diagram below shows that. these ducts carry the fresh air into the building. This system is controlled by a building maintenance system, therefore loss of heat and overventilation is controlled.
2.37 Sketch of site analyses 2.38 Wind and the surface of the building
2.39 under-floor ventilation controlled by the BMS
2.41 Green Roofs
Environmental considerations The fact that the Ironbridge kayak centre is on the river Severn raises concerns regarding flooding. The gorge is usually expected to flood up to 1 metre above the normal river level. This environmental factor was considered during the design of the building. the docking space on the ground floor is 1.5 metres lower than the ground floor itself. This dock is constructed and finished in a way that will protect if from rust and decay by water. The materials were specifically chosen knowing that they were to be flooded. 2.40 flooding diagrams : current level (blue) Flooding level (red)
Also The roofs of the first and second floors are designed as green roofs, to be covered with grass, however, Photovoltaic panels may be placed in these areas to contribute to the energy usage of the building during the day.’
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