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Christian Haahs

Christian Haahs

Champaign, IL, US

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Sophomore Studio - Farmer's Market

 

This Japanese design market is designed to be parallel to both weather and urban design. The market, located in downtown Champaign, maximizes the use of the site’s square footage. The “L”-shaped form also allows for a flexible gathering space. Fins that hang from the roof of the building are built on casters, allowing administration to move them back and forth. These moving building components create options for the space. The fins can be moved to prioritize open space, covered space, and even aesthetic. The building appropriately allows for different space types that can be appropriately selected for Illinois’ dramatic weather. Stalls may also be moved to the interior or exterior spaces of the building. Although the building is permanent, the function can be altered for any means. The building is divided into two core space: public and private. The administration resides in the front end of the building with translucent walls for moderate privacy, with access to both the storage and mechanical rooms. The offset of the two major spaces allows for loading and unloading in the back, with direct access to the storage foods for goods and miscellaneous resources. The bathroom is located opposite to the office space; however, the building’s wooden under-hang allows for a guided and aesthetic journey.

 
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Status: School Project
Location: Urbana, IL, US
Additional Credits: Earl Prize Nominee (2nd Year Studio)