Madeline Johnson capstone 2020
SENIOR CAPSTONE PROJECT SPRING 2020 | YEAR 4
CONTACT INFORMATION MADELINE JOHNSON MJOHNSON16@LIVE.MARYVILLE.EDU
PROFESSORS DYLAN DRAVES | BOB WINTERS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PROGRAMMING
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DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
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BY HAND
OVERVIEW | GOALS | NEEDS | SITE ANALYSIS | EXISTING CONDITIONS
CONCEPT | FLOOR PLAN | REFLECTED CEILING PLAN | 3D VIEWS
SKETCHES | DIAGRAMS | PROCESS
HISTORY This non-profit professional wildlife rehabilitation facility
OUR MISSION “Wildlife Rescue Center rehabilitates injured, sick and
was founded in 1979 by Suzie Sutton. The existing building
orphaned native wildlife and releases healthy animals to
was built in 1999 and soon after, in 2002, the organization
their natural habitat. Through educational outreach, the
expanded their educational program. Since their opening,
Center provides environmental awareness, promotes a
the WRC annually treats over 2,000 animals and continues to grow each year.
harmonious relationship with native wildlife, and encourages the community to protect our delicate ecosystems.”
INTERNSHIPS &
CAMPS & EDUCATION
DONATIONS &
RELEASE SITE
VOLUNTEER
PROGRAMS
GIFT SHOP
PROGRAM
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ADDRESS 1128 New Ballwin Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021
HOURS OF OPERATION Office Hours : Mon-Fri, 9-5 Animal Care / Seasonal Hours : April-Oct, Mon-Sun, 9-7 Nov-March, Mon-Fri, 9-5
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Sat-Sun, 9-3
Cotton Tail Rabbit
EVENTS / PROGRAMS
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Opossum
- Spring Peepers Camp
- Wild Child Summer Camp
- Spring Tails
- Tails of the Night
- Open House
- Wild Winter Camp
STAFF 120 Volunteers | 6-20 active daily 8 Permanent Staff Members
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Eastern Grey Squirrel
ANIMAL INTAKE - Cotton Tail Rabbit
- Coyote
- Opossum
- Fox
- Eastern Grey Squirrel
- Skunk
- Turtle
- Raccoon
- Ducks / Geese
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PROBLEM STATEMENT The Wildlife Rescue Center of Ballwin, Missouri is in need of a new and expanded facility to improve the quality of care for their animals, create a more efficient use of storage space and an improved flow within the workplace. With the addition to the space, the Center’s Rescue, Rehabilitate and Release efforts will continue to thrive and may allow for building expansion with future growth.
GOALS • Should be both aesthetically beautiful and remain functional
• Expand both indoor and outdoor recovery rooms for the animals to allow for both the current program and room for expansion
• Keep eco-friendly products in mind with finish selections and maximize use of natural daylight when possible
NEEDS • Designated storage rooms / organization
• Rehabilitation rooms that may adapt to changes in animal intake
• Abundant work surface area throughout
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Location 1128 New Ballwin Rd, Ballwin, MO 63021
MAIN PARKING LOT
OUTDOOR REHABILITATION CAGES ADDITIONAL PARKING
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The 9,000 square foot facility is situated on 15 private acres in Ballwin, Missouri just off the grounds of Castlewood State Park. The site includes woodland, open grassland habitats, a yearround creek and a two-acre lake. Just under 30 miles from downtown St. Louis, it is within close range to a number of State Parks, making it an ideal healing and release location for it’s patients.
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PUBLIC PRIVATE
ANIMAL USE STAFF USE
Q: What do you think the number one issue to address is, in terms of functionality? A: “Storage, storage, storage! We can never get enough. As we continue to grow, the space becomes that much more limiting. Right now, everything just kind of spills over into the next room and is thrown wherever it can fit - there’s no true designated spot for anything.”
Q: Do you cater your space or programs towards a specific age or demographic? A: “ I would say 60% children and 40% adults with our education programs targeting children 13 and under. We do a lot of Scout programs and homeschool group education and all of our large on site events are geared towards families.”
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Lobby / Reception
Waterfowl Rehabilitation Room
Front Elevation
Outdoor Education Center
Education Classroom
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PUBLIC
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Gift Shop
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Education Classroom
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Outdoor Education Center
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Private Employee Office
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Shared Employee Office
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Storage / Staff Break Room
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Restroom
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Receiving / Exam Room
12. Opossum Rehabilitation Room
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Large Animal Rehabilitation Room
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Large Animal Runs / Kennels
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Waterfowl Rehabilitation Room
17. Turtle Rehabilitation Room 18.
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19. Rabbit Rehabilitation Room
13. EXISTING FLOOR PLAN 9,000 sq ft
20. Squirrel Rehabilitation Room 21. Squirrel Porch 22. Isolation Room
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23. Laundry Room
The concept inspiration for the renovated Wildlife Center was taken from one of the most common animals found in the area - the turtle. A turtle’s shell is vital for day to day protection and survival. Similarly, the care and dedication given by staff and volunteers is vital for the lives of the animals they save everyday. The ceiling installation represents the spine and protection of the shell and honors the hard work and compassion that is prevalent within this organization.
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The existing building is shown in white and the addition is shown in grey. After analyzing the existing site and conditions, a partial mirror of the existing footprint allows for the addition to feel as if it had always been there. It also gives the opportunity for exterior spaces to remain private for staff use, rehabilitation porches and grazing patches.
The existing outdoor space, including the Outdoor Education Center and the Large Animal Runs, are shown with dark green. The light green shade falls over the existing which represents the outdoor areas added. This includes expanded animal porches, a grazing area for waterfowl, an outdoor washing station and storage sheds for staff, and a large Outdoor Education pavilion.
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FLOOR PLAN 16,500 sq ft
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Covered for weather protection and year round easy access
Enclosed with 6’ fence for privacy and easy access into and out of the porch Six 9’ x 9’ cages where squirrels will stay for the final step of recovery before release
PUBLIC 18. Rabbit Rehabilitation Room
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Opossum Porch
10. Receiving / Exam Room
19. Waterfowl Rehabilitation Room
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Opossum Rehabilitation Room
Gift Shop
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20. Waterfowl Grazing Porch
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Squirrel Rehabilitation Room
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Restroom
12. Animal Kitchen
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Education Classroom
13. Mother’s Room
22. Large Animal Runs / Kennels
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Outdoor Education Center
14. Faculty Break Room
23. Raccoon Rehabilitation Room
15. Laundry Room
24. Skunk Isolation Room
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Copy Room
Large Animal Rehabilitation Room
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Private Employee Office
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Shared Employee Office
17. Turtle Rehabilitation Room
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30. Squirrel Porch 31.
Isolation Room
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Mechanical Closet
Outdoor Wash Station
Pergola structure prevents bird flight and provides sun protection
Enclosed with 6’ fence for privacy and easy access into and out of the porch Garage doors for controlled access to grazing patch 15
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REFLECTED CEILING PLAN
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9’-0” Gypsum Board
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10’-0” Acoustic Tile
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10’-0” Gypsum Board
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8’-0” Gypsum Board Cloud
10. Exposed Structure Painted Black
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12’-0” Gypsum Board
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Outdoor Education Center
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9’-0” Acoustic Tile
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Pavilion Structure to Meet Roof
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Pergola Structure at 12’-0”
Custom Wood Baffles, Ref. Specs
EXTERIOR
WOOD / LAMINATE
WALL PAINT / TILE
UPHOLSTERY
FLOORING
Section Perspective
PRIVATE OFFICES, LOBBY, EDUCATION CLASSROOM 13
RESCUE The receptionist begins the process with “Intake� where they will take the animal to the back for examination.
REHABILITATION
RELEASE
After the exam, needs are determined and the animal is placed appropriately to begin the recovery process.
Once the animal has met each recovery milestone, staff will use the Release Site Program to locate a good location for a safe and healthy return to the wild.
Entrance / Lobby
RECEPTION, GIFT SHOP, DISPLAYS
Wildlife mural to be commissioned by local artist
Storefront at the Education Classroom gives an open feel and allows for overflow space
Custom glass cases hold artifacts for education and display
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EXTRUDED ALUMINUM FRAME METAL STUD
Entrance / Lobby Section Perspective
LOBBY / ENTRANCE
3/4” GYP BOARD 1/2” PARTICLE BOARD, PAINTED BLACK BACK PAINTED GLASS, REF. SPEC CUSTOM WD LOGO, GLUE TO GLASS MOUNTING BRACKET 50” TV MONITOR 3/4” X 5” WD. PANEL W/ 3/8” SPACING
1/2” WD. BRACE FOR MOUNTING SUPPORT EXTRUDED ALUMINUM, BOLTED TO FLOOR
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Education Classroom
OUTDOOR EDUCATION CENTER
The Education Classroom will host all public events put on by the Wildlife Rescue Center. With modular tables and chairs, the space can adjust to fit the needs of each program and accommodate the desired guest count. Utilizing a NanaWall sliding glass door, the Outdoor Education Center remains easily accessible, allowing for a close indoor/outdoor relationship. 20
The pavilion creates a grand, exciting space that is able to accommodate guests during programs and events. The porcelain stone tiles may be engraved to pay tribute to donors of the WRC.
Outdoor Education Center 21
Hutches for young fowl before being transferred to open grazing
Private, enclosed grass area for leisurely grazing
Adjustable garage doors with a maximum height of 4’-0� allows for a controlled relationship between the indoor range and outdoor grazing
Waterfowl Rehabilitation Room 22
Pavilion Process 23
The process of the creating an addition to the existing building was both conceptual and ideal. Preliminary design ideas went off the shape of a turtle shell, with the center of the building acting as “the spine�. Mirroring the existing structure played nicely with this idea and allowed for the interior of the building to lay out with the important spaces running down the center - the entrance / lobby, receiving exam room, and the touchdown space for all staff and volunteers.
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