Urban Idiosyncrasies explores the notion of Architecture as a collection of objects. The objective was to develop an architecture that utilizes collection and curation as the ineluctable facet of design. Architectural elements have been extracted from the iconic buildings in Downtown, Los Angeles. The objects are de-familiarized what removed from its context, which invokes an inquisitiveness in the users. Objects have been articulated in scrupulous manner, crafting a form which has a unique interiority. Programmatic ally the form hosts a flower shop, which acts as a continuation of the flower district. The design is on the corner of Venice Beach, CA.
Architecture elements of iconic buildings around Downtown, LA have been extracted from a variance of different scales and uses. Two exterior staircases, and an interior spiral staircase have been extracted as a very recognizable architectural elements.
The flower shop is located in a corner condition to its Urban fabric. The shop posses a fluidity of space, that invites users to engage with the architecture. Threshold developed by the scanned objects give it a unique and discrete experience
Status: School Project
Location: Venice, CA, US
My Role: Project Architect
Additional Credits: Project Partner: Caleb Roberts
Project Mentor: Florencia Pita
Intitution: Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc)