Final Presentation

The Arbour, Acton Ostry Architects

Structural Precedent

Sketch Assignment 1

Kengo Kuma

Overlapping and intersecting rooms with clear story windows to allow for views and sunlight. Stairs on both sides of the building to allow for people to access and use the roof. A square shaped building but the lower levels are extended to create large balcony areas. Exterior walk ways that show the … Continue reading Kengo Kuma

Phase 5: Documentation

Phase 4: Individual

The story of Uptown that my group focused on was how the place hasn't changes but the people have. We showed that the architecture and building uses have stayed pretty much the same since the neighborhood started. However, the neighborhood has gone through changes with its residences. Uptown has always been a populated night life … Continue reading Phase 4: Individual

Phase 5.1: Proposal

I have two ideas for residents: single 30 year old or people starting families. For the 30 year old group I think they would be people who are still apart of the nightlife scene since the site is close to North Broadway and Argyle. The programs I'm thinking of are art studios, yoga studios, fitness … Continue reading Phase 5.1: Proposal

Phase 1: Documentation

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Phase 4: Group Post

UPTOWN

Phase 3: Documentation

I used the same sized screw at different lengths to create areas of sitting, resting, leaning and exploring. The taller screws are closer together making a visitor have to weave through. The areas of shorter height screws are spaced farther apart to allow for more private interaction with the space and seating areas. The sharing … Continue reading Phase 3: Documentation