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Phase 3

Merge: Model Pictures Merge: Section and Plan This model was created using the protective layer from acrylic sheets. When peeled off, this material naturally curls up upon itself, and I placed the different rotations in different locations and slightly manipulated them to created slightly inclosed spaces around a central shared space.   Gather : Model … Continue reading Phase 3

Phase 3: Creating Shared Spaces

This model works with the sharing concept of bundling. The pencil modules are bundled together and staggered at different heights to create spaces of seclusion and spaces of interaction/observation. This model works with the concept of intersection. The four clothespins are separated slightly to create spaces for intimate gathering within each clothespin, and a central … Continue reading Phase 3: Creating Shared Spaces

Phase 2 Review: Case Study

  Bundle: This building is an example of bundling because it creates a central space and transforms into a vertical community. The concept was to create “bundle” of houses vertically with a rectangular void in the center for gathering. Bind: This is an example of bind because the wrapping terraces connects all of the units … Continue reading Phase 2 Review: Case Study

PHASE 2 REVIEW: SHARING CASE STUDY. STUDIED

OVERLAP Modular arrangement of unique apartments leading to an overlaping of living spaces. INTERSECT Different "branches", overhanging spaces are intersecting at the center of the building mass, connecting different functions. MERGE Bringing community together through interscecting spaces of different with purposes. Tht when merged are leading to the creation of interacting spaces. BLEND Building mass … Continue reading PHASE 2 REVIEW: SHARING CASE STUDY. STUDIED

Case Study Studied: Ruth Muniz

Overlap: The building has balconies that rotate on each floor. They overlap each other so that each unit has the best views and best direct sunlight. The rotation and overlapping creates less privacy since the residents can view onto others' balconies. Intersect: All of the apartments have a balcony. However, in many balconies, the private … Continue reading Case Study Studied: Ruth Muniz

STAR APARTMENTS Michael Maltzan LA, 2014

ARCHITECT: MICHEAL MALTZAN LOCATION: LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, 6TH STR. AND MAPLE AVE. TYPE: MIXED-USE, AFFORDABLE HOUSING SIZE: 95,000 SF; 6-STORIES STATUS: COMPLETED IN 2014 LEED STATUS: LEED FOR HOMES PLATINUM COST: $40 MILLION   INTRODUCTION Exploring the possibilities of shared space by pushing the boundaries of privacy. THE ARCHITECT  MICHAEL MALTZAN Michael Maltzan was born in 1959 in suburban Long Island, as one … Continue reading STAR APARTMENTS Michael Maltzan LA, 2014

Phase 1A: Assignment

  Three examples from daily life: SSV Bathroom: challenges boundaries of privacy because anyone from either room can come in while in the "powder room", however it becomes more private in the bathroom. It is also a passage way into other rooms. MSV Lounge: a multi-use shared space that is connected to all the different … Continue reading Phase 1A: Assignment

Phase 0: Rebeca Aro

I am from Boston, Massachusetts. I was determined to become an architect since I was 8 years old. I always loved design, and architecture is a way that people interact with design in their daily lives.  I want to be able to create spaces that inspire people, make people think, and also help improve overall … Continue reading Phase 0: Rebeca Aro