STUDIO6. MoAA. This is my working/progress space.
WEEKFOUR.
Mapping+Site Analysis.
Form+Articulation Ideas.
A simple envelope of 3 intersecting boxes allows an elegant circulation and a contemporary public architecture design aesthetic.
To add visual complexity, EFTE or polycarb translucent panels comprise the facade, with detail and complexity achieved through plastic louvres in the building or window frame details. Since the building itself is translucent, dynamic complexity is achieved in the facade simply through the movement of people through the building, the movement of objects against the facade, the placement of lighting fixtures, etc.
Spatial complexity is mainly achieved through concrete columns which will line the perimeter of the envelope, adding depth + shadow to the facade.
Interior Ideas.
My main ideas so far have been to the preservation of both the cottage and the weather bureau, in all ways possible. To circumnavigate the fact that 'waste of space' might be an issue, the buildings themselves could act as circulation routes, i.e. one is able to walk through them. This challenges the normal topology of public circulation in buildings.
In terms of materiality, I believe the office/admin portion of the buildings should be comfortable and feel like home (most people spend more time at the office than in their own home, other than sleeping). Warmth is required, therefore the palette of material changes to timber hardwood or teak walls, with ample daylight to create a soft ambience. Cold materials like concrete or steel are avoided.
If working at night, harsh halogen lighting is avoided; by hiding luminaires behind a ceiling such that the walls are indirectly illuminated, I believe this could create a more comfortable, warmer working experience.
2 - 'Darkroom areas'. Reasoning - Facing west, these spaces have limited access to the harsh sun. Functions such as the auditorium, research library, manuscript collections, video facilities, etc. which benefit from having limited sunlight access are placed here.
3 - Admin/Offices + Permanent. Reasoning - The permanent gallery is placed on a higher level, occupying 2-3. This affords views toward Circular Quay and the Opera House, + the North Sydney architectural skyline. Offices and other admin areas are on the ground level and underground. These spaces face north for daylight access, obviously with configurable shading implemented.
The other two images are more detailed overviews of circulation and placement. What's interesting about this particular layout and envelope is that it also preserves the large fig trees on the eastern side of the site.
My main ideas so far have been to the preservation of both the cottage and the weather bureau, in all ways possible. To circumnavigate the fact that 'waste of space' might be an issue, the buildings themselves could act as circulation routes, i.e. one is able to walk through them. This challenges the normal topology of public circulation in buildings.In terms of materiality, I believe the office/admin portion of the buildings should be comfortable and feel like home (most people spend more time at the office than in their own home, other than sleeping). Warmth is required, therefore the palette of material changes to timber hardwood or teak walls, with ample daylight to create a soft ambience. Cold materials like concrete or steel are avoided.
If working at night, harsh halogen lighting is avoided; by hiding luminaires behind a ceiling such that the walls are indirectly illuminated, I believe this could create a more comfortable, warmer working experience.
Circulation+Configuration.
The first image shows 1 - entrance area and temporary exhibit. Reasoning - international exhibits of contemporary architecture and designers would attract more visitors, therefore proximity to entrance area and cafe is key. It faces south daylight with ample open space.
2 - 'Darkroom areas'. Reasoning - Facing west, these spaces have limited access to the harsh sun. Functions such as the auditorium, research library, manuscript collections, video facilities, etc. which benefit from having limited sunlight access are placed here.
3 - Admin/Offices + Permanent. Reasoning - The permanent gallery is placed on a higher level, occupying 2-3. This affords views toward Circular Quay and the Opera House, + the North Sydney architectural skyline. Offices and other admin areas are on the ground level and underground. These spaces face north for daylight access, obviously with configurable shading implemented.
The other two images are more detailed overviews of circulation and placement. What's interesting about this particular layout and envelope is that it also preserves the large fig trees on the eastern side of the site.
experimentalMODELLING. SKETCHES.
assignment3SKETCHES.
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Four sketches for a development at the infamous Toaster site in Circular Quay.
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Four sketches for a development at the infamous Toaster site in Circular Quay.
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