Establishing Longevity and Openness

Andrew Ashby

Establishing Longevity and Openness precisely-general spatial structure generous activity support supporting full function of activities implied by the initial use Ronald Lees metaphorical posts buildings will often outlast their initial use so we need to create a spatial structure whose purpose can change over time metaphorical posts: difference between:

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Establishing Longevity more than a box: metaphorical posts spatial layers: an engaging and changeful in-between domain changes of scale: all 5 (small, medium, large, tiny, huge) level changes ceiling height variety changing daylight seasonal change capacity to imprint spatial dualities opportunities for interaction and retreat (prospect/refuge) many places in which to be many focal points field-like effect rich imagery, a memorable presence changes of sound, changes of texture an event or secret to be discovered

Spatial Dualities opposite but complimentary spatial conditions in a single place dualities establish experiential scope by ensuring that a large range of spatial conditions will exist in a room Key Spatial Dualities: large/small high/low light/dark outside/inside fixed/changeable public/private simple/complex prospect/refuge

Schindler/Chase Residence, Hollywood, CA lasting structure is and extended garden o if only the concrete walls remained, then the standing structure would form a garden in-between domains permeate the exterior of the building wood horizontal; concrete vertical glass is framed by thin pieces of wood that serve as a border between the domains Summary: o complex footprint / simple rooms o fixed concrete / changeable sliding wood doors o inward looking fireplace/outward looking corner alcoves and edges o inside/outside relationship forms the basis of design o sunlight opens edges / darken solid walls o material dualities: cool massive concrete / warm lightweight wood solid concrete / transparent glass

 St. Ignatius Chapel, Seattle University, Steven Holl 7 bottles of light o procession o narthex o nave o o o o blessed sacrament choir reconciliation chapel bell tower and pond

Summary: o simple footprint / complex roof o garden wall / lantern ceiling o complex interior vaulted space / simple open plan o plain white surfaces / strong color play o organizational dualities: long thin plan / short broad focal point of altar communal sanctuary / private meditation space horizontal dominance / vertical piercings to o

the In-Between Domain

Establishing Longevity the In-Between Domain the In-Between Domain helps to establish: gradual reveal and transition contextual fit (layer that belongs to land) programmatic fit (big to small scalar adjustments) climactic fit (place to leave weather gear) daylight gradient temperature gradient thick edge for non-specific uses

Andrew Ashby

place for personal control (awning, windows, shutters, etc.) spatial layering and ambiguity complex views (through the lens of the in-between element) deep interlock: inside extending outwards, outwards extending deep within an experience for those who will never enter the building (colonnades, arcades, engaging faade)

Types of In-Between Places: bays, balconies, porches stairways awning galleries and colonnades rooftops thick walls and chases in-between rooms

the in-between domain encourages: opportunities for interaction and imprinting opportunities for retreat and vicarious interaction

Bays, Balconies, Porches create a connection to the setting that improves the life of the space add life to an otherwise plain faade transitional space to engage imprinting

Galleries and Colonnades porch in a public domain extension of transitions between different domains Rooftops and Terraces roof gardens create a connection with the sky give organic feel to a civic environment with the garden o surrounding buildings create a canyon-like feel Awnings create a new room, shelter, space interact variably with light and climate decorate the faade Stairways opportunity to extend, make possible, or celebrate transition and create a place for a person to be

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Achieving Clarity and Wholeness

Andrew Ashby

Achieving Clarity and Wholeness establish spatial structure that is both unified and diverse; knowing where to go and how to get there, while still providing for the mystery and adventure of the journey o building should be organized spatially so that you know exactly where you are Fully develop and clearly state the parts (room, room groups, and space types A,B,C,D) space types: o type A enclosed, explicit, or repeating use (private, service, storage) o type B open, suggestive, changing-use (gardens, galleries) o type C circulation (stairs, entryways) o type D in-between spaces (bays, balconies, porches) Unifying Strategies: recurring archetypal spatial arrangements or strategies that have been proven to.????? unifying axis???? (Paris) coalescent room (atrium) serial linkage (Rome) pervasive sunlight emphasize certain parts (Florence Cathedral) use entries, stairs, paths to reveal the whole ensemble (Glasgow School of Art) o the magnification of scale of religious architecture o o o o o o Coalescent Room University of Virginia by Thomas Jefferson o arrange all spaces harmoniously around a single coalescent space Academic Village with Great Lawn (coalescent space) o Academic Village at the head of the arrangement: Temple of Knowledge

The Great Lawn nature at the center the world at our feet, the future before us coalescent and changeful rooms (seasons and topography) The Colonnade symbolizes free discourse and impromptu engagement symbolizes the dignity and equality of all and the preeminence of the individual unifying element that repeats and unites

10 Pavilions are the centers of learning each pavilion is different and each one represents a different classical order created these while trying to discover an American order/architecture/language Dorm Rooms link the pavilions the idea of learning going beyond the classroom setting Musee DOrsey, Paris, France, Gae Aulenti o unifying strategy: arrange all spaces harmoniously around a single shared space emphasize certain parts to define and reveal place entries, stairways, ??? ???