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Mass-ive.

To refresh our memory, the site is located in Peck Slip, Manhattan.

I figured it was time to begin some 3D modeling.

Therefore, I decided to create a quick rough model to show it's volume.

Ideally, this modeling was produced shortly after my previous sketches.

Comments to note I received on this were:

The structures height is too generous, push higher.

The spaces can become rectilinear as suggested in the massing.

The mobius-strip or the form of "infinitude" can be shown in its structure.

The center core and circulation can be goverened by the vertical planes.

Subsequently, certain spaces can rotate as more levels are added vertically.

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Next step. Work out the spaces and come up with some plans.

Also work out a general 3D composition to capture the "infinity" structure.

Sketch extravaganza!

Initial Sketches
After having completed some conceptual models, it was time to sketch some ideas.
Trying to apply an organic form into my design I began viewing them in section and plan views.

Secondary Sketches
In my notebook, I sketched some quick ideas of some spaces that I can see integrated with the design thus far. Though major development is still needed, I can see these spaces actually come to life and functioning.

Other Sketches
Sketches such as massing itself, so far I was thinking of one single plane or two planes cutting into the building to divide and create different spaces. I think the next step will be to make 3D massing model. Next post.

Nothing to something.

Conceptual Models.

The Sharpie and I.

Some conceptual sketches of my design.
Entry, massing, circulation are just some elements
running through my mind during these sketches...

Concept redefined.

In my previous post, I mentioned the abstract perspective of infinity being boundless and endless with inconsistent forms.

However, through more brainstorming I redefined my concept of infinity.

Infinity is my starting my point, curvilinear forms such as organic architecture my goal.

The Mobius Strip is a similar geometry that can become organic and represent the infinitude.

I put together a collage once again to aid my concept development process.

Infinity.

Infinity, in a literal sense can represent an infinite quantity (numerically) or the quality of something going in a continious manner (directionally).

The abstract perspective of infinity is what I am really aiming for.

This abstract thinking can percieve inifinityas being boundless, endless and having a inconsistent form.

This relates to the program design in such:

Art has no limitations nor boundaries.

Architecture in itself has no limit, to aid my thinking process once again I compiled another collage.

To site or not to site.

We were given a choice of two sites :

42 Main Street, Brooklyn and 27 Peck Slip, Manhattan

As a personal perference I decided to choose the Manhattan site, reason being I believe the open area of the site can be used to my advantage. Though the site dimensions are similar to that of Brooklyn, I found that the open area, nearby stores and historic district to be of my interest the most. I hope this works for my best interest for my art center design.

"Parti" first, party later.

After knowing my building specialty of an art center, though I remain unclear of which form of art it will greatly emphasis on or if it would emphasize on all forms of art...

My first initial idea that popped into my head was the term "infinity".

Without having a reason, the word infinity and the actual symbol appealed to me the most. I knew this was a starting point to begin my brainstorming of the vague idea of "infinity".

Consequently, I compiled a form of imagery in a collage format to aid my thought process.

Matrix and Bubble Diagram

Matrix Diagram

Bubble Diagram

MacPhail Center for Music

Minneapolis, Minnesota
James Dayton Design, Ltd.

'62 Center for Theatre and Dance

Williamstown, Massachusetts,
William Rawn Associates, Architects, Inc.,

Peoria Center for the Performing Arts.

Peoria, Arizona
Westlake Reed Leskosky

Regional Center for the Arts.

Trumbull, Connecticut,
JCJ Architecture

Initial Research Questions.

1. Which building typology you are researching?
Civic Center.

2. Why are you researching this building typology?
The reason I am researching this building typology is because it seems like a interesting typology in that it combines multi-purpose programs usage such as sporting events, theater, concerts, club events or community events.

3. What is the specialty of this building type you would like to research?
Art Center.

4. What are the examples that you will be researching?

Regional Center for the Arts,
Trumbull, Connecticut,
JCJ Architecture

'62 Center for Theatre and Dance
Williamstown, Massachusetts
William Rawn Associates, Architects, Inc.,

Peoria Center for the Performing Arts
Peoria, Arizona
Westlake Reed Leskosky

MacPhail Center for Music
Minneapolis, Minnesota
James Dayton Design, Ltd.

Jackson Hole Center for the Arts Performing Arts Pavilion,
Jackson, Wyoming,
Stephen Dynia Architects PC and Carney Architects

Irvine Valley College Performing Arts Center
Irvine, California
Arquitectonica

Atlas Performing Arts Center
Washington, DC
CORE architecture + design

Tempe Center for the Arts
Tempe, Arizona
Barton Myers Associates with Architekton

5.4.7 Arts Center
Greensburg, Kansas
Dan Rockhill/ Studio 804

Prizery Community Arts Center
South Boston, Va.
Hanbury Evans Wright Vlattas + Company

LG Arts Center
Seoul, Korea
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill

Sidney Harman Hall - Harman Center for the Arts
Washington, DC
Diamond and Schmitt Architects Incorporated

5. What are your goals for working with this building type?
My main goal is to create dynamic spaces that will meet the various programs uses of an art center and allow fexibility of spaces for maximum occupancy usage. Secondary goals are to create intrique spaces that are contemporary and interesting to visitors. My goals will be reinforced once more research has been gathered.

6. What are the program elements that you see included at this point in your building?
At this point, other preliminary program elements that I see included into this building typology are that of a internet cafe, cafe, resturant or theater. As stated before, research has to be done in order see if these may fit the program use.