WEEK 07 - MODEL 1
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Iterative Model with an additional source of natural light at a new scale.
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M O D E L 7
Iterative Model with an additional source of natural light at a new scale.
Based on last week's model 6, this iterative model features a pavilion-style outdoor studio workspace using the no-crease and v-pleat techniques. In this model, additional sources of light were added to the large front windows and v-pleat roof.
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L I G H T
Experimenting with natural lighting.
In the images below, natural light source is coming from the WEST side of the model.
In other words, the following images represents how natural light during the sunset alters the atmosphere of the building through shadow placements.
ABOVE: View facing the front of the model.
Linear shadows are formed from the glazing bars of the large triangular windows at the front of the model. No light filters through the skylights on the v-pleat ceiling towards the back end of the model when light comes in from the west.
(RIGHT) Front view captured at a higher angle to show curvatures in the model's structural form, particularly in the roof. With the light source placed in the west, the curvature of the roof provides shade to the east side of the building.
ABOVE: East view of model.
The majority of the light filters through the front windows, creating distinct linear shadows from glazing bars.
ABOVE: (LEFT) Top view. (RIGHT) Front view.
CHANGES TO LIGHTING IN A DAY
The following images show another investigation on light and its impact on the mood and atmosphere of the model. Here, the model is shown in its east and south-east view, with a torch shone around it to mimic the path of the sun coming in from east to west.
ABOVE: South view of building.
ABOVE: South-East view of building.
MORNING
In the morning, sunlight enters through the front windows which illuminates the entire interior space. As someone who is most productive in the mornings, having as much natural sunlight in my workspace is an important factor I considered in my design.
LATE MORNING / EARLY AFTERNOON
As the sun begins to rise, there is very little to no sunlight entering the interior at all.
This changes the mood of the space dramatically from a positive, productive workspace to a dark and uninspiring office.
While having less light coming into the building nearing noon may also mean less heat from the harsh sun especially at this time, it would be nice if even a bit of natural sunlight were still present in the space - perhaps to motivate and maintain productivity or, provide a relaxing atmosphere for resting during lunch time.
To improve this design, perhaps a small skylight can be added in the ceiling central to the building to allow sunlight to enter the interior when the sun is directly above.
In the morning, sunlight enters through the front windows which illuminates the entire interior space. As someone who is most productive in the mornings, having as much natural sunlight in my workspace is an important factor I considered in my design.
LATE MORNING / EARLY AFTERNOON
As the sun begins to rise, there is very little to no sunlight entering the interior at all.
This changes the mood of the space dramatically from a positive, productive workspace to a dark and uninspiring office.
To improve this design, perhaps a small skylight can be added in the ceiling central to the building to allow sunlight to enter the interior when the sun is directly above.
LATE AFTERNOON / NIGHT
Skylight detailing on the v-pleat roof at the back of the building allows very interesting and intricate light patterns to enter the interior as the sun begins to set. I think this is a very beautiful aspect of the design, as the sunlight re-appears in the space leading up to the time when work should be finished and preparations should be made for rest. In a way, the user is able to use the light entering their workspace as a clock; an indicator (like in prehistoric times) of how to spend time wisely.
S C A L E
Human figure is 160cm at 1:75 scale.
ABOVE: South-East view of model.
From this view, we can see more clearly the form in which the model was created using the two paper folding techniques aforementioned.
The no-crease paper structure forms the base of the building, while the v-pleat structure is placed diagonally on top of the no-crease base. This is done in a way such that the bottom of the v-pleat roofing solution actually touches the ground. The angular positioning of the v-pleat is done to shift the model's form to that of a pavilion-style.
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