I hope this is the correct path. I am moving on to start to compose a program list of spaces and hopefully we all can start discussing things. I will be posting the list tomorrow.
On a side note: Is anyone else having issues with their blog? I changed my studio blog because things weren't loading correctly on it when I would try to view it and add blogs etc. I am hoping this change will fix things. My technology one was the same template and there were no issues. Strange.
I look forward to reading everyone else's descriptions.
7 comments:
Jaclyn,
good start, you focus on the well-being, napping, outdoor access ('hope this is not indicative of last semesters' experience...), try to picture a whole days' activities (get up, eat, work, study, recreate, etc.) to hone the description and the program.
Your suggestion is that the classrooms to be in the core while the other elements radiat out from the core.
would the centralization and Core position of the classrooms contradict with functions of the additionl elements (as you call them!!!!) ? Are we creating classrooms or an integrated learning facility elements?
Your suggestion for a fresh air exposure is a very delightful Idea.The challange would be that Boston is a very windy, cold city and hot sometimes. what is your energy economic plans?
Your suggestion that "some students may have their own transportation" or area uploading / loading, are you refering for parking? If so, would that eat alot from the valuable limited land we have for the project?
Keep the hardwork up, Great job, looking forward to see your list.
Amr,
I think there is still lots of time to work out many of the details you have brought up. Thank you for getting my wheels thinking about them though! Much better to think about them in advance in the schematic phase. Parking...I don't think it would have to eat up space. One I don't know what the site is, two, who is to say you can't build up or down to incorporate a minimal loading area/parking spaces? I think that without knowing the specifics, it is too early to rule aspects out that would contribute to an ideal space.
Jaclyn,
Something that I have come to appreciate to the American culture is the ability to remain focuses and simple in the statements that are expressed (very evident in your document) what make very understandable your process.
This is related to ways we view life (and architecture) I would never thought about parking because I do not travel with car but you would beceasue you arrive to Boston in car. I would be more concern about a space for a couch (for the “siesta” stuff =)… you know….)
But something for me to learn from it is that I think the process starting like this will make more efficient, upfront and smooth later on.
I agree with Amr in the fact of the cold /hot problems with the outside, but I think that is just part of the challenge. What I think might be of use is to consider have a stronger statement about sustainability or an idea that holds all the elements together and a unit with an intention.
Gus
Jacly,
I am impressed by your well thoughtout project description, it includes many things that others don't seem to be considering yet. Is very interesting how each person commenting is inserting a bit of what they consider is important to them. It goes to show that as Architects we must design spaces that provide environments that accomodate everyone. By the same token, I have to say that I very much enjoyed your comment about the use of outdoor space and the contemplative. With that said, Herb Childress taught us that we should consider what we don't know or have not been exposed to, think about what are missing. In other words, what could this facility present in form of space and it's arrangenment that could make the studying Architect see or study Architecture differently from other institutions. I applaud the early thoughts of green strategies and comfort. I know this is more to do, but visit the USGBC website for green design strategies on the benefit of not encouraging parking on site or perhaps suggesting parking lifts (http://www.klausparking.com)as a method of saving space and providing open space instead. Zoning codes always require parking for facilities, therefore it can't just be taken out, but perhaps an administrative solution of entering a contract with a nearby parking facility could satisfy the ordinance. Boston is very much a college town, therefore unloading and loading in front of the building is part of the student experience. :-)
Oops! I misspelled your name, my apologies.
Jaclyn,
Nice approach to the start of programming.
I will think about how I would write a kick-off statement tonight, as I drive back to Dallas.
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