Peer Evaluation

3D Model Links

Lumion File
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B9_InLaUTCGIYnhSVVJsOEdqcW8/view?usp=sharing

Sketchup File
https://3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/model/22e9e754-4bb5-483e-961c-61d68999e0a4/ARCH1101-Experiment-3?uploadsuccess=1

Real Time image captures of developed Lumion model

A large proportion of the exteriors contain windows in which many of them cover over half the wall. The transparency of the window breaks the barrier between a room and the environment, effectively allowing the window to be essentially a part of the surroundings. 

As seen in with the computers in the computer laboratory and the staff rooms in the office level, it can be seen that the way elements are grouped can also determine the amount of free space is available. By grouping in lines and against walls, it creates wider pathways which improves the circulation around a room, making the person's experience with it more enjoyable and as tranquil as a natural environment.

Similarly, the arrangement in the lecture theatre also produce functional space. As all the seats are in the back half of the room, the entire front half, which is occupied by one person, is planned openly to have sufficient room for any demonstration when necessary.

The mezzanine level allows the library to carry additional books despite the small area. This level also extends the floor plan to the gallery, showcasing major works by the students. Being such an open space, the gallery can display artworks and sculptures of unique shapes that can direct light in numerous ways.

The purpose of open planning is to improve circulation around areas. The open patio area outside level 2 is sufficiently wide enough accommodate a bridge to link the proposed building to the Squarehouse. This assists with circulation so people can travel between the buildings without the need of leaving one altogether.

Incorporation of textures

 Texture 1 - Linear

This texture has been applied to the top level deck area. It's effect is that while it is a large space, the direction of the textures help guide people easily towards the bridge to cross the road. This is essential as without the bridge to NIDA,  people would be forced to exit the building completely and walk around to the main entrance in order to cross the round thus saving commute time.

Texture 2 - Vibrational

The workshop is an area where heavy machinery are used. These cause many vibrations which can be felt in the workshop. In resemblence to how an open plan draws light into from the natural light surroundings, the walls mimic the vibrations of a machine to limit, drawing them away from people thus maximising their experiences in the workshop.

Texture 3 - Rotational

The second floor contains an open plan. The elevator can be considered as the central element in the level. Each rotating arm in this texture on the floor leads to an element on the floor (library, meeting room, cafe. toilet and open deck areas). Hence light from different angles can meet at a single point. The colour of this texture has been faded which ensures there is no clash with the open circulation of this floor space.

36 Textures

From Left to Right - Linear, Rotational, Scalar, Vibrational, Explosive, Flowing

Moving Elements

Moving Element One - Sun Roof

This sun roof is placed above the patio to protect from the harsh UV rays of the sun or the drenching rain.

Moving Element Two - Blinds

This blinds are located in level one space between the lecture theatre and studios. It's purpose is to vary the amount of light on the space.

Draft Plan and Model

I have used the floor plan of the Barcelona Pavillion by Mies van der Rohe as inspiration to my building design. The section of the proposed building resembles this floor plans and the positioning of the bridges also allows the proposed building's floor plan itself to have some similarities to the Barcelona Pavillion floor plan:

The model is to be connected to both the Squarehouse as well as the NIDA building across the road:

Two Point Perspectives

Theory

Article:
http://www.inquiriesjournal.com/articles/949/deconstruction-over-demolition-manasc-isaac-architects

Key Words:
Space
Light
Environment
Open

Theory:
"Open planning maximises space and draws light from surrounding environments."

One Point Perspective

Experiment 2 Final Submission

List of concepts
12 Axonometrics
Model axonometric in Lumion environment
6 Interconnected Sketch Axonometrics
Electroliquid Aggregation
Sketchup Model of Electroliquid Aggregation in Lumion
36 Custom Light Textures
Final two concepts and theme
Images of Final Lumion Model
Sketchup Model
Lumion File

Images of Final Model in Lumion

The light rail stop will be above ground. In comparison to the original electroliquid aggregation, the curvilinear amalgamation has been rotated 90 degrees to produce two tunnels. Both amalgamations have been scaled in order to appropriately accommodate the tram, the waiting areas as well as the allowing cars to still drive through.

Adolf Loos: "A blank canvas can be more"

A blank wall is placed on the side furthest from the main entrance. This 'blank canvas also acts as a supporting beam for both sides - the platform on the inside and the stair and elevator on the outside.

Rural Studio: "Establishing the ethos of recycling, reusing and remaking"

The tunnel is reusing old PVC rainwater tanks which are cut and joined together. By recycling the tanks, it demonstrates sustainability, preventing more non-biodegradable waste from entering the habitable environments

The 'blank canvas' also divides the road so that cars can still drive through Anzac Parade. Thus both modes of transport can be accommodated without completely removing the existing road.

Final two concepts and theme

Rural Studio: "Establishing the ethos of recycling, reusing and remaking"

The environment has over time been subject to increased greenhouse gas emissions leading to global warming due to the production of waste. For the reason the light rail stop has the purpose to highlight the theme of sustainability.  It consists of recycled materials, notably the tunnel which is reusing old water tanks, cutting then joining them together to make a unique tunnel shape. As the Rural Studio state, recycling and reusing are essential factors to reduce the waste emission into the environment..

Adolf Loos: "A blank canvas can be more"

The 'blank canvas' of the light rail structure a large wall on the side furthest away from the UNSW Main Entrance. It has two purposes - one is to support the surrounding objects, notably the platform and the elevator and stairs. The other purpose is to divide the road to retain a lane which other vehicles can drive through. 

One consideration when designing a light rail stop outside the university was whether to clear any existing structures to accommodate the light rail. However, land clearing has been shown to destroy habitats and increase carbon emissions and reducing sustainability on the land. Loos' concept and thus be effectively applied into the light rail stop to high light sustainability.

36 Custom Light Textures

Chosen Textures for Model:

Light: Used for tunnel and support beams

Medium: Used on the Rectilinear axonometric

Dark: Used for the ground

Sketchup Model of Electroliquid Aggregation in Lumion

Sketch of Axonometric

"A blank canvas can be more" - Adolf Loos

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"Establishing the ethos of recycling, reusing and remaking" - Rural Studio

Model in Lumion Environment

Electroliquid Aggregation

"The true vocabulary of architecture lies into the materials themselves. The building should remain dumb on the outside and contrast austere facades with lavish interiors." - Adolf Loos+"Everyone both rich and poor deserves good design" - Rural Studio

"A blank canvas can be more" - Adolf Loos

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"Establishing the ethos of recycling, reusing and remaking" - Rural Studio

 "Be not afraid of being called un-fashionable" - Adolf Loos

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Rural Studio questions what should be built rather than what can be built

6 Interconnected Sketch Axonometrics

"The true vocabulary of architecture lies into the materials themselves. The building should remain dumb on the outside and contrast austere facades with lavish interiors." - Adolf Loos+"Everyone both rich and poor deserves good design" - Rural Studio

 

"A blank canvas can be more" - Adolf Loos

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"Establishing the ethos of recycling, reusing and remaking" - Rural Studio

 "Be not afraid of being called un-fashionable" - Adolf Loos

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Rural Studio questions what should be built rather than what can be built

Model axonometric in Lumion environment

Sketch of axonometric:

Rural Studio questions what should be built rather than what can be built

Model in Lumion environment

Experiment 2 Sketch Axonometrics

"Be not afraid of being called un-fashionable" - Adolf Loos

"The true vocabulary of architecture lies into the materials themselves. The building should remain dumb on the outside and contrast austere facades with lavish interiors." - Adolf Loos

 "A blank canvas can be more" - Adolf Loos

Rural Studio questions what should be built rather than what can be built

"Establishing the ethos of recycling, reusing and remaking" - Rural Studio

"Everyone both rich and poor deserves good design" - Rural Studio