FIG 04: PLAN
M A Y A N AN INDOOR / OUTDOOR BENCH THE FURNITURE DESIGN IS DRAWN THROUGH THE INSPIRATIONAL WORK OF F.L WRIGHT'S TEXTILE BLOCK HOUSES WHICH ARE ACCOMPLISHED ADAPTATIONS OF ANCIENT MAYA FORMS (MESOAMERICAN REVIVAL STYLE) TO MODERN ARCHITECTURE FRANK
LLOYD
WISCONSIN
WRIGHT
1967
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ARIZONA
1959
An abundantly creative master in American and Organic Architecture.
INSPIRATION Textile block system, appeared as imposed and ageless structures which were pre-cast , patterned and exposed concrete blocks. Furthermore, the occasional band of custom made ornamental blocks would punctuate the simple masonry grid . Examples of Textile block houses.
FIG 05: PERSPECTIVE VIEW
Mayan, a multi-usage bench seating that can be used both in a exterior / interior setting, depending upon its usage. The form is composed of basic geometric shapes / lines, synchronicity of dramatic horizontal and vertical elements with a mixture of natural and man-made materials , used in a way to enhance a material character and optimizes its features. The product is functional, durable and cost effective. The design can also be achieved by reusing the materials, as they are basic construction materials.
MATERIALS
EXPOSED CONCRETE
METAL
TEAK WOOD
DIMENSIONS: 3600mm x 750 mm x 800 mm FIG 06: DETAIL The plain concrete mold is attached to the vertical wooden legs through metal for durability and strength. Concrete anchors, to attach concrete and metal and lag screws are used to join metal and wood pieces.
FIG 07: PATTERNED PRE-CAST CONCRETE BLOCKS
Vertical metal supporting members forming a grid.
FIG 08: DETAIL
FIG 01: Ennis house
FIG 02: Millard house
FIG 03: CONCEPT SKETCHES
ART HISTORY | MID-TERM | TUTOR: RACHELE
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