EXP02_Week 03_Independent Study

May 03, 2016

EXP02_Week 03_Independent Study

Themes in model:

Sustainability

1) Roof

The roof extends towards north to stop more sunlight, therefore the platform and check-in room can stay under the shadow.

The sine curve shape of the roof is designed for rainwater collection. The pipes are hidden in the columns which support the roof. The water gathered can be used for cleaning the road or watering the grass in campus.

2) Colume

The arrangement of the column is designed for noise reducing. Light way can produce loud noise, the columns can stop the spreading of the noise effectively by increasing the times of reflection.

The arrangement also produces an amazing visual effect. Different position towards the column may see different pattern. So instead of traditional “subway advertisement” which hang on the wall (2-dimensions and still), the advertisement in my station can be dynamic and 3-dimensions. This advance can not only increase the attraction of the advertisement, but also increase the use ratio of the column, save the space and material.

3) Skylight

The skylight allows more natural light come into the building.

Sunlight can barely get to the south-west facade so this facade of the building is covered by huge glass to bring more natural light in to the building.

Other consideration in model:

1) The electroliquid aggregation concept I wrote was: Great architecture stimulates people to think and reflect, therefore inspires the society and creates change and transformation. So when I design the station I spend some time on considering what I don't like about a station. I realize that 1) I hate to walk in tiny dark tunnel to get to the station or even just for cross the road. And 2) I don't like stairs. When we walk up down the stair we have to pay more attention on our foot but not on our mind. Therefore I designed the huge ramp as an overpass to cross the road and an easier way to get into the shopping center.

2. I also used a lot glass in my design, because I think the use of glass means brightness, and i think students also means brightness, so glass is the best material for a station close to UNSW. And also because the students mainly use the station during day time, so the use of glass can also be environmental friendly because the less use of artificial light.