2.3 zoning plans

Developing zoning plans for the North Rotunda

Due to the large scale of the buildings, the zoning plans had many iterations. I aimed to keep the buildings open and accessible, with central lift shafts and stairways. Another key aim was to make the best use of the existing windows and doors of both Rotundas.

Social spaces including the cafe-bar and snack bar require the most light, whereas spaces for watching films need to be able to be darkened. As the film museum includes exhibits alongside projections it requires a better flexibility, so this is split across the ground floor and basement of the North Rotunda.

2.3 zoning plans

Sketches exploring where a central lift shaft and stairwell might serve each floor of the North Rotunda Sketch showing floor levels and central stairs in both Rotundas