EXP 3_The Bridge_Final Submission

MASHUP
School of Architecture, The Loop

The School of Architecture is formed with bridging, a structure that wraps as a facade element around Square-house that connects, the ground level, floor levels and buildings as a unified loop. 

The bridging structure as it loops around garden areas and a rich array of trees, it offers students and staff the chance to take a closer look at the tree canopy, to experience the site from the treetops. The aim is to form a open space for people to experience nature. 

Built as a timber building for sustainability, carbon dioxide removed from the atmosphere by the trees remains locked in the structure of the building. The glass exterior and open balconies draws people into this beautiful landscape, to enhance one’s experience of nature through all five senses, and to allow nature itself to inspire in us an experience of awe.The building loops around trees, with glass chambers enclosing gardens of rich vegetation, mankind must not only coexist with nature, but also be its active benefactor, this results in a unique experience bring people up close and personal with the canopy. The walkways, courtyards and glasswrapped volumes that form beneath the roof are remarkably transparent and invite people to engage with the expansive natural surroundings. Integrating trees in architectural and urban design is the integral part of this design. The bridge disappears as a sinuous silver ribbon that meanders between trees and canopies. 

  

Sources

http://www.archdaily.com/775884/baubotanik-the-botanically-inspired-design-system-that-creates-living-buildings

http://www.dezeen.com/2016/04/28/treetop-walkway-glenn-howells-architects-westonbirt-national-arboretum-in-gloucestershire-pathway-bridge-uk/

http://www.archdaily.com/775319/grace-farms-sanaa

18 SKETCH PERSPECTIVES

36 CUSTOM TEXTURES

Fluid

Linear

Resonance

Rhythmic

Rotational

Scalar

CHOSEN TEXTURES

Rotational: For Movement Element, Rotating Library

Linear: For Moving Element, Staircase/Seating  

Rhythmic: For Entrances/Gallery Spaces via ground level

3D SKETCHUP MODEL
SIMPLIFIED MODEL (Connecting Buildings)



SITE MODEL


MOVING ELEMENTS (SketchUp)

IN LUMION

The Library rotates within the glass chamber, elevates up and downwards, the upward and downward movement is dependent on the books the student wants to access, whilst rotation allows easy access. 

The Staircase function both as a seating bench and as a stair way to provide easy access between the computer labs and studio space. Each step module declines downwards when a discussion between tutor and students occurs. The stair module then folds up when more studio space is required for presentations.

DRAFT LUMION MODELS

Model 1: Curvy Waves

Model 1: Top View

Model 2: Bridging as a loop with External Stairs

Model 2: Top View

DEVELOPED MODEL

Exterior View, array of trees surround the bridge

Bridging elements connects the ground level to other building via a continuous loop that enhances circulation

Studio room and computer labs are linked by staircase/seating element, the staircase can lower or retract dependent on usage of the studio room

Computer labs, with glass chambers enclosing greenery

External staircases connects each floor level with efficient movement among levels

Exterior View Bridging at Blockhouse with Workshop, Office Spaces and Printing Lab

Lecture Theatre 

LUMION FILE
Lumion File DropBox Link

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