F.A.B.R.I.C. TUCSON
An extension of F.A.B.R.I.C. Tempe, a fashion incubator and community resource, set in historic Barrio Libre.
RESOURCES
PROJECT GOAL To maximize the strength of F.A.B.R.I.C’s networks inside and outside the facility to foster interaction and build community via MOVEMENT. A site activated by movement provides opportunities for people to meet, engage in conversation, and form relationships to bridge gaps between lifestyles of the designer, the public, and the employee using the space.
SHOP
DES IGN ER EMP LOY EE PUB LIC
CAD/PRINT
GALLERY
CLASSROOM RECEPTION
LIBRARY
MANUFACTURING DESIGNER STUDIOS
JOB STORAGE
SCREEN PRINT
food
BACKSTAGE CLASSROOM
OFFICE CO-WORK
Major program areas placed on opposite ends of the site in a “polarized” arrangement, to encourage walking and activation of the site
NETWORK THEORY & MOVEMENT
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(4) Early studies in visualizing movement and circulation on site: (1) day-in-the-life (2) extended pathways (3) coded program and paths (4) intensity of movement as spatial volume
A diagonal “short cut” through the site allows foot traffic to bisect the internal life and movement of F.A.B.R.I.C. This pathway is programmed with lively spaces such as classrooms, workshops, retail, dining, etc. to invite the public in and spark their interest in F.A.B.R.I.C. as a new member of their community.
A 60 foot manufacturing table, per client request, helps define said pathway and celebrates the craft of sewing on display. The manufacturing table defines the path and creates the project parti. SITE PROGRAM
PRIMARY USE DESIGNER EMPLOYEE PUBLIC
resources
classroom
food MANUFACTURING
Ex. Movable furniture: daily configuration
designer studios
classroom
office co-work
Ex. Movable furniture: runway configuration
Loose FF&E is housed in coded “zones” inside perimeter walls to make a totally flexible floor plan for daily needs and runway events.. All furniture can freely moved and reconfigured inside or out to fit the ever-changing needs of classrooms, workshops, manufacturing, etc.
NE SECTION
BASEMENT & GROUND FLOOR PLAN
SW SECTION
Large pivot gates invite foot traffic to wander inside F.A.B.R.I.C. from the sidewalk.
ADE 511: Fall 2018 Core Architectural Studio I
Student: Shasta Percival Instructor: Elizabeth McLean