Project 1
Form and Function
Bridge Designs
Quebec Bridge, Canada
Sydney Harbour Bridge, Australia
Rock Creek Bridge, Oklahoma
The first step of the project was to find three real world examples of bridges. Each had to be one of three categories. These categories includes a truss, cantilever, and a cable bridge
3x3 Conceptual Table
Prototype Designs
Original Design
Modifications
Final Design
3D Elevations
3D Axonometric Views
After weeks of researching and brainstorming ideas, the Professor selected the Quebec bridge with the Umbrella mechanism. This design portrays the hinges of an umbrella lifting a roadbed and placing it back into place. This project was required to be 3d modeled in AutoCAD. After weeks of work, we were able to provide the following
Movement Analogies
A table demonstrating three multiple hinge mechanisms and how they would function if they were used in the real world. Ultimately, the umbrella mechanism was chosen by the Professor.
How the Mechanism Works
Step 1
In the development stage of the project, an idea that was proposed was having the mechanism lift the bed of the road and place it back after. With the multiple hinge nature of an umbrella, the numerous arms would allow for the system to move the bed with ease.
Step 2
Step 3
How the Mechanism is Attached
Transformation Animations
Transformation Animations
Project 2
Contextual Fit
Narrative
Richard Meier, a widely known architect, designed the Smith House in 1965. It stood as a marvel in architecture at the time and even served as the inspiration for modern-day architecture. Recently the Smith family, a family of popular artists, has commissioned an architect by the name of Xander Osario to make additions to their home. While they were commissioning their project they liked some of the details of the original, so much so that they wanted to have certain elements preserved within the final product. The Smith family values keeping the work of the original artist intact to see what styles they incorporated among their work. As art enthusiasts, they are always looking for new styles to experiment on when creating their next work. Leading to perseverance being a top priority in the finished design. Having this in mind Xander was overwhelmed with making a design that adheres to the Smith’s family desire for perseverance with originality.
Meta Idea
Original Building Analysis
Original Building Plans
Function
Loud:
Exercise Room
Sunbathing
Outdoor Room
Family Room
Garden
Quiet:
Master Bedroom
Walk-In-Closet
Master Bathroom
Garden
Private:
Master Bed and Bath
Walk-In-Closets
Exercise Room
Garden
Garden
Sunbathing
Outdoor Yard
Family Room
Public
Master Bed and Bath
Walk-In-Closets
Indvidual
Group
Exercise Room
Sunbathing
Outdoor Room
Family Room
Garden
Hierarchy:
Family Room
Modifications
Preliminary Designs
Option 1
Option 2
Option 3 (Selected and Final Design)
New Additions Plans
New Additions
Analysis
Elevations
Sections
Transformation
Project 3: Light
Project Research
Project was heavily inspired by Le-Corbusier's Palace of Assembly and his other works
Campus Analysis
Sunlight Diagrams
Fall
Summer
Winter
Spring
New Site Floor Plan
New Site Analysis
Preliminary Chapel Designs
Final Chapel Designs
On Site Analysis
Location: Great Lawn by Lupton Hall and the Nold Athletic Complex