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Yi Dong - Steve Eaton
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The site’s location (Moore, OK) allowed us to build across from a proposed expansive park just bellow our site lines to the south. In addition to the park proximity our site is within walking distance of downtown Moore. This unique location propelled us to think about our site as more than just a place where people live and work but as an intersection where the park and downtown merge into one another.
Future Park Project in Moore
Transportation
Park & Recreation
Downtown Area
Site
Predesign Model
Site
Hybrid Model
Voronoi Pattern Inspired by Nature
A model that isn't exactly architecture but at the same time retains architectural qualities. The hybrid model became an experiment in material qualities and a study about what constitutes a space. Throughout the hybrid model no forms are entirely enclosed creating a powerful feeling of spacial ambiguity. We were able to translate that idea into spaces within our building that are neither completely indoors or out.
Planes Extend Connecting Our Site to The Park
Steel Mesh Inspired by Fencing Found on Site
Weathered Steel Debris
Concrete Foundation Elements and Threaded Rods Extending from Base
Voronoi Base as Earth
In a word, the goal of our project is Resiliency. That word comes loaded with many connotations but what it entails for us is that we need a structure that will withstand harsh weather, build community and use as many renewable resources as possible.
Structural Model Changing the Social Paradigm:
From single family stick construction to multi family, multi use resilient construction. Our building will help change how people see shared housing and perhaps how they relate to their neighbors
Concrete Construction:
While more expensive in the short term, the use of concrete throughout our building will give our structure a permanent presence in Moore OK. In the event of a tornado our building will have a much higher probability of survival compared to adjacent structures. After a tornado our structure will be able to temporarily house displaced people from the community. This inclusive aspect of the building would not be possible with wood framing.
Building Community: Rooftop Gardening Shared Common Spaces Shared Park Views and Terrace Level Leisure Facilities Commercial Spaces Community Restaurant and Dining Spaces
Adjustable Spaces for Disaster Relief Accommodation:
Adjustable walls and circulation spaces allow for residents to accommodate their friends and neighbors who may be displaced in the event of a tornado. In times of great strain, Moore has shown that it will rebuild as a community. Our structure will help do just that.
Facade System and Glass Walls:
Blurring the line between and an interior and exterior space is an architectural motif we hope to accomplish in Moore OK. With the proximity to the park, our building site is the perfect place spaces for people who love nature and desire to be close to it. Our structure will incorporate sliding, rotating or contracting glass walls to achieve the ambiguous distinctions between interior and exterior spaces. This level of control for the occupants will lead to both a higher standard of living and reduced energy consumption. Residents will be able to take advantage of cross ventilation during more temperate months decreasing our buildings dependence on fossil fuels for cooling.
Cube Hotel Biberwier
Corten Steel Facade for Wyckoff Exchange
Images shown highlight two different approaches to achieve a glass curtain wall that can transform into an open air patio condition.
Chicken Point Cabin Olson Kundig Architects
Perspective Views
Retail Square Prespective
Southwest Axo
Courtyard Perspective
Northeast Axo Roof Garden Perspective
Elevations
West Elevation
East Elevation
South Elevation
North Elevation
Plans
Level 1
Site Plan
Level 2
Level 4
Level 3
Construction Details
Wall Section
Outlooks and Shifting Ambiguity With Enclosed Space: Each unit contains an inset balcony to improve the quality life of the residents. The balcony facade is a combination of corten steel and forested glass. The adjustable ratio between the two elements depends in solar exposure. On south facing balconies the corten steel takes up more space than the frosted glass and on the opposite side of the buildig the roles are reversed for increased diffused lighting. Shading plates are fitted along paralled tracks and can move independedtly of one another. This design decision ensures that our building will look different virtually every time an onlooker pass by. Some balconies contain glass garage doors that can transform interior space into ambiguous ones during temperate months.
Adjustable Relief Spaces: Expanding walls allow residents to become part of the relief effort in times of need. An adjustable curtain wall system has been applied at three different locations within the building. The expandable space is designed to give residents privacy but also to let them lend a helping hand in times of need within the community. If another tornado were to rip through Moore OK, the people living in the building would be able to expand their walls within the curtain wall system allowing for an expansion of conditioned space within the existig circulation system. A pneumatic lock extends upward at one of two floor locations in order to form a seal againt the elements and for safety reasons. We envision the wall, which is on rollers, to be moved without machinery and with minimal prep time and human energy.
Prototype Plans