CONTENTS
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place
Views of site site modelling Ambient light study shade study access/social luminosity
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idea
idea 1 idea 2 mobility idea 3 reflection
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form
3d model plans, sections, elevations plan structure exploded perspective opacity
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material
aerial and ground views internal views material palette construction detailing filtration
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Place
Maths lawn - university of adelaide
The Maths Lawn is part of University of Adelaide. It is an extended lawn area between the Barr Smith Library and Frome Road. The vista of the Barr Smith Libary from the street is heritage listed.
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aerial view
Aerial view from Frome Rd
Aerial view from Barr Smith Library
Ground view from Frome Rd
Ground view from Barr Smith Library
ground view
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site modelling
Site Plan 1:1000
South Elevation 1:1000
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West Elevation1:1000
North Elevation 1:1000
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Ambient light study n I G H T
Night view of Maths Lawn - street lamps will be on, brightly lighting up the two green lawns. Reflections of light can also be observed on the glass panels of The Braggs building.
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Day view of Maths Lawn - most of the times receives enough daylight after morning hours.
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Shade and shadow
winter 9Am 15 July
winter 12PM 15 July
SUMMER 9Am
SUMMER 12Pm
15 July
15 July
winter 3Pm 15 July
SUMMER 3Pm
15 July
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ACCESS AND MOVEMENT
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PLACE SOCIAL CHARACTER
The Maths Lawn is frequently used as an event space, for clubs and communities to hold their events at. Public/external use of event space are sometimes also available upon booking. Most of the times, people and students from University of Adelaide sit around the benches to relax or hang out with friends for a chit chat session.
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luminosity
P h i l o s o p h i c a l When we look beyond the linguistic definitions, light has been studied as metaphor for truth in philosophy. In this context, luminosity cannot be seen, and can only be known. Walsh’s thesis in Wittgensteinian fashion said that because ‘luminosity’ is not an event in existence, it cannot be ‘said’, but only ‘shows’ as its horizon. Luminosity is also sometimes used to describe consciousness of the mind in different ways. For example, in the Early Buddhist Texts, luminosity refers to the development of the mind in meditation, where the perception of light leads to a mind endowed with luminescence. Luminosity can be interpreted in many ways philosophically and does not necessarily have to be related to any religion. It can also serve as an inspiration coming from other sources, or something to be looked upon.
leeza soho L i n g u i s t i c d e f i n i t i o n Luminosity, a glow, a radiance, a bright light, an intrinsic brightness of a celestial object. Luminosity is the quality of something that gives off light or shines with reflected light. Astronomers use the word luminosity to
talk about a specific property of physics, the energy given off by an astronomical object in a certain amount of time. There’s a direct correlation between this amount of energy and the object’s brightness. The Latin root is lumen, meaning “light.”
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The Phaeno Science Centre
Architectural Light, as a ‘building material’ has been an important element in the development of architectural. More recently, luminosity has gained astounding influence in material culture studies. The case study on Zaha Hadid’s fluid luminosity – the architectural lighting has brought about deep contemplation about light. In Zaha Hadid’s projects, her innovative way of
handling tangible materials and her imagination regarding the medium of light are remarkable. Her theories of fragmentation and fluidity are now well-known design techniques which enabled her form-finding. Her advances in using light to render her architecture became an essential element in revealing and interpreting her architecture. The three-decade transi-
-tion from minimal light lines at her early Vitra Fire Station to the world’s tallest atrium at the Leeza SOHO skyscraper, which collects an abundance of daylight, shows the astonishing development of Zaha Hadid’s luminous legacy. The Phaeno Science Centre was a turning point in Hadid’s lighting imagination. The windows and luminaires in the building’s surface
share the same form, creating a holistic design approach and thus moving on from Hadid’s earlier period of lines and sharp corners. In contrast to earlier projects with sharp edges, Hadid’s forms here took on curved shapes, marking a transition to fluid designs. The presence of light is the key relevance of many of Hadid’s work. The manipulation of natural light to create a sense of luminosity is brilliant, as seen in her works. Luminosity in architecture can be interpreted in many ways, but they all usually have the same achievement.
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idea idea 1
seek light is discovery 1
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contextualising idea on site
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idea 2
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contextualising idea on site
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mobility
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idea 3
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contextualising idea on site
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reflection reflection
adelaide hospital research centre Linguistic definition Reflection is the throwing back by a body or surface of light, heat, or sound without absorbing it. One common example is the production of an image by or as if by a mirror. A reflection can also be interpreted as a transformation of a figure in which each point is replaced by a point symmetric with respect to a line or plane. Philosophical Philosophically, reflection refers to the careful examination of life situations. This involves the weighing of several alternatives and using specific standards to evaluate one’s actions. A man reflects philosophically when he can build on previous actions, events, or decisions. When someone reflects on his past experiences, he looks at them once again thoughtfully. Humans have the ability to exercise introspection and to attempt to learn more about their fundamental nature and essence. Often during meditation humans experience introspection. When the brain experiences introspection, it is self-reflecting upon itself.
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Elbphilharmonie hamburg by herzog & meuron Architectural Reflection has become more readily used in architecture, with construction materials such as mirrors and reflective glass panels. This phenomenon is addressed in the article “Veiled in Brilliance: How Reflective Facades Have Changed Modern Architecture�. It mentioned that while light and brilliance could help in creating iconic architecture, glass and metal have been innovatively transformed to create crystalline images. As a result, the locus of meaning in architecture has shifted from the internal space-form towards the external surface. External sparkling reflective patterns are even able to initiate political discussions and influence the names of buildings. In Elbphilharmonie Hamburg by Herzog and Meuron, they introduced a linear interpretation of light reflections. The building’s stretched aluminium modulates the building in a light way. When oriented towards the sky, the surface gives brightness to the building which is set in stark contrast to the dark perforations and areas where the bands lean toward the ground. Undoubtedly, the use of reflection in architecture is not only to reflect the surrounding, but also to abstract the aesthetics of it.
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Form
p l a n 1 : 1 0 0 0
section AA 1:1000
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elevation west 1:1000
elevation east 1:1000
section BB 1:1000
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plan structure
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floor plan 1:100
1. Reception area 2. Toilets 3. Small library 4. Seminar room 1
5. Seminar room 2 6. Exhibition space 7. Relaxing space 8. Storage
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exploded perspective
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opacity Linguistic definition Opacity is the quality of lacking transparency or translucence. It can also be defined as the quality or state of a body that makes it impervious to the rays of light. Opacity is means not letting light pass through.
dybkaer church Philosophical In philosophical meaning, opacity is the quality of being difficult to understand or know about, especially because things have been intentionally kept secret or made complicated. When we say a person is being opaque, he is intentionally hiding something and not opening up/ telling the truth.
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alvar aalto museum For example, the sophisticated daylight concept arrives from three directions, as Plummer explains: “Low from the north to emphasize a black steel crucifix; more broadly from the south as a glancing wash; and as a shower directly behind the altar, guided down through a sluice of wall.”
A r c h i t e c t u r a l In the article “Light Matters: Whiteness in Nordic Countries”, the author addressed how the architects in Scandinavia incorporated mostly white surfaces into the country’s architecture due to the low light situations. This shows that whiteness is a central aspect of how Nordic architects responded to their local environment. This design approach still influences modern sacred buildings like the Dybkær Church by Regnbuen Arkitekter.
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material aerial view
Aerial view from Frome Rd
Aerial view from Barr Smith Library
ground view
Ground view from Frome Rd
Ground view from Barr Smith Library
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internal movement
Point of Enlightenment - Filtration and Reflection of Light
Point of Entry - Light is a Discovery
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material palette
Concrete stairs
Concrete flooring
Glass
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construction detailing
Glass Air space
Spacer Desiccant Seal
Double glazing glass detail
Concrete floor detail
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filtration Linguistic definition Filtration is the act of passing a liquid or gas through a piece of equipment in order to remove solid pieces or other substances. A more scientific definition of filtration will be a physical, biological or chemical operation that separates solid matter and fluid from a mixture with a filter medium that has a complex structure through which only the fluid can pass.
church of saint-pierre
Philosophical Filtration in philosophical terms is commonly related to speaking. When something comes to your mind and you decide not to speak up about it, in fear of getting into trouble or causing unnecessary trouble, that is filtrating your words. This “filtering� acts as a way of keeping you from voicing your thoughts out.
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A r c h i t e c t u r a l In the article “Light Matters: Le Corbusier and the Trinity of Light”, it was mentioned that Le Corbusier has played masterfully with orientation, openings and textures to create kinetic architecture with daylight. His pilgrimage chapel at Ronchamp reveals distinctive and individual approaches that each render contemplative spaces with light. Filtration of light in architecture has a very intriguing effect. As said by Henry Plummer, “Light eats away and weakens institutional discipline, while exerting its own dazzling powers to draw attention out to the sky and its commonplace marvels – in effect using light to consecrate the natural universe”. This also proves that rays of light are very significant in the aspect of filtration. Le Corbusier’s light techniques emerge as a multifaceted language to consecrate his sacred buildings. His dynamic layers of light transcend the static building volumes.
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