Alternative Desert City In the future of Phoenix, Arizona, a large scale housing project proposes 5000 people to live in a desert city. By addressing problems of traditional skyscrapers, a conservative footprint typology creates an opportunity for platforms to network in the sky.The project aims to mend the tragedy of urban sprawl by promoting vertical growth through the project’s network. Hybrid use spaces and density are used to meet all the needs of different living styles within Phoenix. In response to the environment, the project provides connections and large amounts of shading that supports a close and walkable environment to live in.
Concept Diagram (Left), Form Diagram (Right)
Low Density Unit Type + Voids, Floor Plans
High Density Unit Type + Working Space, Floor Plans
Air Flow Diagrams (Old Type, New Type)
Summer Shadow Diagrams
Urban Change (10Years, 20Years, 30Years)
Model Photos
ADE 421: Fall 2017 Architectural Studio III
Student: Yuchen Zhao Instructor: Bryan Maddock