Jan '05 - Sep '06
This was the final project for this year. The project covered two units of the course, a comprehensive design unit, and a technological unit...
Brief
The brief was to create an observation/information point within a nature reserve which is hidden within the suburbs of Lincoln. The name of the reserve is Swanholme Lakes and it is designated as an SSSI (Site of Specific Scientific Interest). The main theme throughout this project should be the impact, both environmentally (requiring thought about sustainability) and visually...
Initial Concept
Triangular shape developed from the shape of the site and used in elevation to create an inverted three sided pyramid space frame, inside multiple levels create a journey upwards through the structure and lifting the user up above the tree line allowing them to take in the view.
Site Photos
Spatial study - Exploration of spaces within the space frame
Study Model - Exploration of the positioning of facades
Sketch Perspective
Sketch Elevation
The technological unit part of this project required a basic technical report to be produced, with details about how the structure would be built, sustainable elements, etc. My design technically is based on a component system, multiple basic components are used providing a simple and quick method of both manufacture and erection. A Meccano type system if you will. The structure is broken down into structural connectors, structural trusses, cladding connectors, cladding and flooring panels, etc.
Structural Precedent - Earth Centre, Doncaster, UK
Detailed Section
Facade Details
I think that this project was the one I enjoyed the most out of the whole year, after a couple of shaky starts at the beginning I managed to pull it together and I think I created a good design...
Looking forward to starting back... I can't wait.
3 Comments
Really like the final presentation drawings, especially the clear detail which invites reading.
I was a bit sceptical about the simple jump from a triangular plot to a triangle-inspired building. The triangle continues to crop up in places where it mightn't be needed or appropriate, like in the foundations or the balustrade. I do like the reappearing illustration at the bottom right though - that's pretty sweet.
I like the bits of process that you've shown. I think if you narrow things down quickly to a basic framework, then it's only right to thoroughly assess its possible permutations.
Which year have you just finished?
Thanks drs, I can always rely on my fellow brits to comment... I was hoping for more feedback on my work, maybe i'll get some more.
Your right about the use of the triangle though. Although in this case I think the triangle is appropriate, the site particularly lends itself to three main vistas, vistas which are covered by the three sides of the triangle. I also used the triangle for it's well known structural strength. I probably didn't explain myself too well.
I thought the image in the corner was a good idea, because it generates a link through all the work, those sheets are from the technical report, and as you can see from the last image bits of it are highlighted relevant to the information on the page. I tried to keep the presentation simple, mainly because the criteria didn't expect masses of information, just a clear idea and knowledge about technical processes.
Technically I am on a four year part-time course, but I've actually just done the first two years in one year, so in effect i'm at the same level as a second year full timer (I think)...
Hey man, cheers for listening to the criticism! I'm guessing that's what you wanted, having posted your work up here. I'll certainly try to follow your example when I have more finished schemes to show.
Of course triangles have that geometric advantage when it comes to holding their shape. That doesn't mean that something strong has to feature triangles though...
All the best for the new year!
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