Saturday, March 22, 2014
Wednesday, March 19, 2014
Tuesday, March 18, 2014
Diagrams - Floor Plans and Sections
Diagrams Relevant Spaces
These are some simple diagrams I have created to illustrate the most relevant spaces in my building , I am still trying to figure out how the partition walls are going to be . I am also still working with my physical hybrid model ,I think this is very util and it will help me to understand better the distribution of spaces.
Floor Diagrams
Section Diagram
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Sunday, March 16, 2014
Further Development- Hybrid Model
Further Development - Hybrid Model
In order to shape the building structure I decided to follow the same pattern of triangular shapes , this time extending the pointed sides toward the base level . I think this was the best option , since the first model I tested the model just placing a plat floor slab not working well.
Study Model on the site
In order to control the visual corridor , I have placed my Hybrid model this way .,which also stands the best way controlling the views toward the statue of Liberty and toward the park.
Solving the Visual Corridor
In this sketch I tried to figure out how could I control the visual corridor, then I though to use cables attaching to each angle structure and this stretching to the ground .
Hybrid model made to scale to fit the site
Sunday, March 9, 2014
Assignment 12 - Hybrid Study Model Design Process

To develop my Hybrid model i have chosen this two study models : the "golden serpentine " which I named to interpret the program collage and the "curved edge" which represent the edge collage .
This are two sketches I draw based on the two study models
This sketch means to show the integration of the two study models , I re-sketched over the first drawing , trying to develop a structure . As you see I draw three dimensional triangular spaces and also I integrated the idea of the "golden serpentine"which has to be with motion as it rolls along the triangular structure giving to it a kind of dynamic touch .

This is the Hybrid model I have created after the study models and sketch process , it is composed of three triangular elements suspended by two cables . I tried to work with the angels in order to provide high to each structure, the view to the river and the park was also important, so I tried to oriented the best way to control the views.
Hybrid model on the site
Sunday, March 2, 2014
Study Models
STUDY MODELS
FEELING TO THE SITE
Empty Hole
This model evokes the feeling to the site , the wire bole symbolizes emptiness and lost, this complements with the frozen piece of glass which means coldness .
Flat Square
Many physical aspects related to the site are involved in this model. The flat squares represent the massing of the buildings ; tall , repetitive extended walls made me feel lost in the area . The large pieces of wood located transverse to the vertical black piece means restriction .
PROGRAM (YOGA CENTER/ SPA)
Golden Serpentine
Yoga has much to do with motion and balance and this is exactly what I am trying to convey through this model . Although copper seems to be a rigid and inflexible material , it can also denotes movement and esthetics by twisting it in the proper manner. Both complement each other through movement and integration .
The same thing happens with the people , the stress can also cause rigidness in our bodies , however through the possess of yoga ,the body can reach flexibility , motion and balance as well.
Motion Sphere
The spheres represent connection to the universe , meditation and peace by other hand the wire represent motion , connection and stability . The way the wire and the balls interplay are perfectly positioned in order to find some point of balance between them in order that both can function in harmony.
Balance Square
EDGE
Exploted Glass
This is mi first interpretation for the meaning of the world edge .The intention of doing this model was to connect to the program , the triangular pieces can give a sense of danger which represent cutting glass , many of us could make reference with blood and pain if we touche it . However through meditation , we can change those thoughts from negative to positive , in this way the triangular pieces placed in a vertical way give a sense of sculpture , it also evokes balance and beauty
Curved Edge
For me broken pieces of glass evokes the meaning of the word edge.
Positioned in such way transmit a seance of danger but the interaction with the curved piece of board creates coordination

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