interior architecture.

training.room

2008-05-08T23:31:00.000-07:00

training room perspective

training room axon

training room section

In the training room we decided that the horizontal bands of windows would not only add natural lighting to the space but also help distinguish the public and private spaces in the building. We offset the wall and added lighting to the wall as well, which corresponded to our concept for our logo and to the immigrants coming to cnnc.

conference.room

2008-05-08T23:24:00.000-07:00

conference room perspective

conference room axon

conference room section

In the conference we used horizontal bands of glass to distinguish the separation of the private and public spaces. It brings natural light into the space as well as breaks up the wall into different planes. The planes all come together to create one solid wall, as the immigrants are coming together to become Americans when the come to cnnc. The yellow on the wall was inspired by springtime and a new beginning, once again relating back to the imigrants.

private.office

2008-05-08T23:17:00.000-07:00

private office perspective

private office axon

private office section

In the private office we dropped down a ceiling plane to make the space feel more comforting. Although the ceiling has been dropped you can still see up into the rafters which still keeps the room open. We decided to use a u-shaped desk in the private offices, oriented with the open part of the u towards the guest chairs in the space so that the interaction between the employee and the immigrants can be more personal.

logo.

2008-05-08T23:16:00.000-07:00

details.

2008-05-08T23:04:00.002-07:00

reception.desk

2008-05-08T23:04:00.001-07:00

3d.models.and.materials.board

2008-05-08T22:37:00.000-07:00

Final Viz Views

2008-05-08T05:08:00.000-07:00

Bathroom

Kitchen

Bedroom

Crib

2008-04-08T09:42:00.000-07:00

my.sisters.house.tour

2008-04-01T11:22:00.000-07:00

2008-04-01T09:50:00.000-07:00

.my.sisters.house.

2008-03-27T09:15:00.000-07:00

.cnnc.

2008-03-17T11:08:00.000-07:00

vote

2008-03-04T10:19:00.001-08:00

.sketches.

2008-02-25T21:25:00.000-08:00

exterior ideas

On the interior i intended to create a glass wall extending up from the top of the interior walls in the vaulted areas. This creates an idea of privacy while also allowing the unique trusses to be exposed.

rough.sketches

2008-02-25T19:55:00.000-08:00

exterior.

office.

waiting area

classroom.

cnnc floor plan process

2008-02-25T17:55:00.003-08:00

graphic design styles.

2008-02-20T22:34:00.000-08:00

This example of bauhaus art uses no text, but has a great in color and line weight. It also includes texture and is a balanced composition.

This example of pop art uses heavy line weight and although the composition doesn't have a large range of color, the shadows create a sense of depth that works very well. I enjoy how the artist used space, the up close shot of the face draws my attention to it.

subway.

2008-02-19T10:04:00.000-08:00

creating an ad using photoshop

2008-02-11T16:25:00.000-08:00

photoshop design

2008-02-06T22:03:00.001-08:00

new ads

2008-02-06T21:40:00.000-08:00

Leon's

2008-02-04T21:52:00.000-08:00

Visual Design

2008-01-30T21:23:00.000-08:00

"Going Green" immediately grabs your attention when looking at this page. The white color of the text, placed in a dark area of the image creates very nice contrast that helps tie in the white cabinets. Also the use of different fonts helps to lead your eye down the page from the image to the text below.

This page has many things that connect the images and the text, I think. The contrast of the white and dark walls in the larger image caught my eye first in the layout. Using the green in the larger image in the text below the image and also using the shape of the candle holder from the image beside the text ties it together. While the shape of the candle holder comes from the top image the color of it ties together with the smaller image. I think over all the composition of the page works well.

I chose this image because it set a very clear mood as soon as you eyes hit the page. It is very calm and relaxing. The use of different font types create a sense of hierarchy and more importance over other words. Also the border around the outside of the page ties the picture to the text.

Welcome Mat

2008-01-30T09:11:00.001-08:00

Many Moods - Playful

2008-01-28T16:01:00.001-08:00

Immigrant Collage

2008-01-28T15:59:00.000-08:00

Anna Polan, formerly known as, Ania Piecyzkolan

Anna's grandfather came to the USA in the 20's and had 3 kids here. He then went back to Poland and had more children there. After the war, the citizens of the USA were allowed to come back, so she came back in 1967. Her siblings who were currently residing in the USA sponsored her to come back, which guaranteed a job/school. Her reason for coming to the USA was for economical reasons. Post-war, 5 of them basically lived in one room with no bathroom or showers. Housing was much cheaper here.Her dad was the first to come and three other sisters came later.

Her parents had to work in the factories and “sweatshops” and her goal was to not have to do that. She didn’t want to have to work hard labor like them. Her primary goal was to get an education and not have to worry about money.

Her life wasn’t that much different after she came to the USA
-she lived in a Polish community
-first thing her dad bought was a car
-everything was still based around family
-they traveled a lot more once they got here because they had a car

She describes her biggest challenge as a culture shock. It wasn’t what was expected. She had a vision of “gold on the streets” but it wasn’t clean and it wasn’t as easy as she thought it was gonna be. She basically came with 25 dollars and everything her mother could pack.
“Working hard and saving money was everything.”
-how people dressed and the music was a big change – (the 60’s)
when MLK died
-war
-Her dad went to work with her uncle
-Her mom worked in a kitchen
-January 17, 1967 was the day they moved
“...came on Sunday and went to school on Monday.” She was out of school for 2 months in Poland so her dad said they had enough vacation it was time to go back to school once they got to the US
She was 11 when they came to the US

She met her husband, George, when she was 17. He lived on the street next to them and he came over to look at her house and wound up asking her out. George is now the Vice President of Research and Development for Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Company. Anna works as a nurse for Cancer Centers of the Carolinas. They had four children together.

Eric (26)
-Graduated from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM)
-recently married

Mark (24)
-Graduated from Drexel University in Philadelphia
-Works for Sunoco as a safety engineer

Julia (22)
-Attends Clemson University; majoring in Conservation Biology

Adam (20) (Sarah's Boyfriend)
-Attends Clemson University; majoring in Financial Management with an emphasis in Real Estate

Likes & Dislikes:
Poland- every town has a castle and there are little places where u can sit everywhere

USA- she doesn’t like the walmart type stores—there is no variety
-everything is the same everywhere
-people all talk the same, the news is the same...
- no history: everything old gets torn down to build something new
She says that she is more American now than she is Polish, though she still speaks Polish to relatives.

Pattern Perception

2008-01-23T14:55:00.000-08:00

Using Photoshop I took the side of a building that had windows and columns and created a flower like pattern. Using the columns as the "Petals" and the blue of the sky reflecting off the windows to create the center point of the flower. I found this assignment much more difficult to do on my own than it seemed it was going to be in class. After being shown how to use photoshop it is a challenge to remember all the buttons to push out of the thousands that are available to use.

IAR 202 - Welcome Guatemala!

2008-01-17T22:39:00.000-08:00

Researching Guatemala -

IAR 212 - Jan.16.2008

2008-01-16T20:33:00.000-08:00

Response to Computing in Architectural Design

The development of the computer programs originally were for supporting the needs of mechanical engineering but over time it became more involved with architectural design. Computer systems began to appear in architectural practices in the early 1970s. The early computers were large and expensive. The first CAD system was developed for a Macintosh and although they were easy to learn how to use, the programs capabilities were far too limited for professional architects to draft with. On the other hand the second CAD program was much more advanced and was actually known as a drafting and modeling systems.
The advancements in computer technology and programs today enable designers to work at a faster and easier pace. Computing allows work to be done in less time and allows for changes to be made much easier. For example, some programs have building codes embedded into them, therefore, when creating a structure within this program you will know if something is structurally incorrect without having to look it up. Another advantage to computing would be that instead of having to keep track of several papers and tools, all your work would be saved in one location. While storing your work digitally can make it more convenient to locate and alter your work it also eliminates the use of large amounts of paper waste that may occur during the work process. This parallels the idea of the world becoming more involved in going “green”.

2007-11-15T21:56:00.000-08:00

Bedroom(s)
-Twin Bed with under storage
-Bedding
-Two Pillows/ Pillow cases
-Two Sets of twin sheets
-Quilt for bedspread
-Crib Transitional bed
-Bedding
-Two sets of sheets
-Comforter
-toy storage bins underneath
-Nightstand
-Wardrobe/changing table combo
-Changing table
-changing pad
-baby blankets
-diapers/wipes storage
-Sink
-towel hook
- White Ceiling fan with light
-Flooring
-Carpet

Kitchen
-2 Stovetops (White)
-4 burners each
-2 stacked oven (white)
-1 microwave (white)
-1 dishwasher (white)
-Single double-sided sink
-Toaster
-Toaster oven
-Refrigerator
-food storage
-Dishes
-cups
-silverware
-Pots
-Pans
-Dish clothes
-Dish towels
-Cabinets for food storage
-Flooring
-Tile

Bathroom
-3 Toilets (1 of 3 = Handicap)
-Handicap stall
-Handrails
-3 Showers (1 of 3 = Handicap)
-massaging shower head
-Handicap shower
-built in seat in shower
-Handrails
-3 Shower Curtains and liners
-3 adjacent Shower changing area
-benches
-Shelves and cabinets
-Towel and robe hook
-2 Sinks
-Cabinets underneath each sink
-Mirror over each sink
-Floor
-Tile floor and walls

Lounge
-1 Couch
-two throw pillows
-1 Love seat
-1 throw pillow
-Coffee table
-Television Stand
-White
-Silver Television
-Public toy storage bins
-Accent rug
-Flooring
-Carpet

Intent Narrative
My intent in designing this suit level floor is to utilize the natural light coming into the space from the unique windows. One way I intend to do this is by only having the wall opposite of the windows a main, bright color and having the others a neutral calm color. This allows the color to reflect off of the main colored wall onto the other without over powering the space. Using this idea from Le Corbusier’s work creates a bright and open space. Also using furniture that is not only appealing to the eye but also creates more space by utilizing dead space, such as under a bed.

Close to Home

2007-11-15T20:46:00.000-08:00

Appealing Transition

The use of multiple materials creates appeal and openness that allows for easy transition through out the space. Within the structure, two different stains were applied to the wood. This emphasis on the wood leads your eye and shows the relationship between the floor and the ceiling. Your eye is lead to the ceiling not only by the differences in the stain of wood but also by the slanted wood that creates a roof-like structure.
A large amount of images throughout the space creates an element of appeal. The images grab the viewer’s attention; with the presence of text containing information next to the images it also leads your eye from one poster to another. Projectors throughout also allow for the presence of technology and are appealing to the eye with a slideshow of information. This makes its possible for information to be delivered to the viewer in a different form. Along with the projectors, there was also a computer set to the side, it seemed to me. I was not pulled towards the computer; it was out of place and could have been incorporated into the structure more. In my opinion this was the least successful of all the elements of the exhibit.
The structure related very well to the space that it is installed in. It creates a contrast in materials with the wood and metal of the structure and the sheet rock and concrete of the space. Also taking advantage of the glass wall by bringing the structure out of the gallery brings a transition from the exterior of the exhibit to the interior.

The poster with images allows the designer to utilize the interior wall of the space. The images draw the viewers attention which transitions them throughout the space in a different direction.

With the use of metal pipes it allows for a transparent structure. This creates easy transition throughout the space and a feeling of openness.

The transition of stain colors connects the bottom of the structure to the top.

Seeing in Color

2007-10-26T10:36:00.002-07:00

Reflection

2007-10-17T08:33:00.000-07:00

1. Taking this course has helped me realize how many elements play a roll in how a building is constructed. Thinking about how a building has certain styles and that these certain styles all have different meanings for having them. I also never thought about how much thought and time goes into designing a building, space, or anything for that matter. Also the material something is made of has a huge impact on how the building or structure is viewed. Certain materials are more prominent in a particular time period. All the process and reasoning for the way something is designed was non-existent in my mind before taking this course.

2. The crystal palace introduced the industrialism of architecture. The presence of glass, metal, and cement arose. This building is a great example of machine made products. This building reflects on today’s sky scrapers with the class exterior. The presence of huge glass windows covering the entire building is common in large building such as the crystal palace today. The sky scrapers that are being built today are constructed of metal, concrete, and glass with is exactly like the glass palace Because of the trees that were they did not want to cut down the glass palace brings the outside into the interior of the building with the foliage on the interior of the building.

3. In many ways today we always fall back in history in architecture. As stated in class about the church on Walker Avenue, it is full of architecture from many different time periods. The columns and stain glass windows are two of the main elements of this building that stand out to me as to taking from past architecture. Although the past was not brought back exactly the was it was used then it is still present in today’s design. A second example is in the design of school buildings. In today’s society classical style buildings are still used to represent school buildings. This style was used many years ago and is still being brought back today.

4. I researched the Beatnik time period. The housing for the beatnik’s were nothing like today’s houses. They lived in empty apartments with no furniture because they would have rather cut up their couch and use it for firewood rather than sit on it and decorate their apartment. The lifestyle then and the lifestyle today are completely opposite. They would sleep three to five people per bed, which would never happen today. On the other hand the design of their vehicles are much different. They were very proud of their cars and would fix them up. The presence of flames on the exterior of the car was popular. The idea of adding extras and fixing up cars is still a big thing today to some.

2007-10-08T11:22:00.000-07:00

I have progressed in this project through researching.

Using the projects we have done as a group in charrettes we have come along way as a group. Researching artists, arcitects, and designers influenced the design of our models/structure of My Sisters House project. Using information about our architect we researched we developed a very community friendly enviorment for the residence of the house. When focusing on the artists, there were two different extremes. One artist used abstracted paint splats that were curved and had no organization. On the other hand, the second artist used very straight, rectiliner shapes. Although these are complete opposites, they come together as great contrast. Looking at the designers we researched reflects on a more casual enviroment, which is perfect in making the space feel welcoming.

Group Statement

The combination of geometric and organic shapes flowing through the space gives a sence of embrasing and comfort.

2007-10-05T11:31:00.001-07:00

Our goal for my sister’s house is to allow the design to provide a welcoming, calming, and safe atmosphere while encouraging a positive outlook on life.

Today is my first day visiting the shelter where I’ll be staying for a while.
I’m excited and nervous at the same time.
Okay, I’m here and the place looks really nice from the outside.
It’s a uniquely constructed building, unlike the other plain shelters I’ve seen.
It’s time to see what the inside is like.
I walk into the lounge area and am overwhelmed with the sensation of being at home.
The room is suited perfectly for my son and me.
He points out how cool the recycled blue jean couches and curtains are.
He wants to take the pair he has on and make something with them.
I ask him if we could wait until he grows out of them, that shouldn’t take long.
I appreciate how resourceful they are by reusing the jeans; maybe they could let me in on a few tricks.
As we stroll into the kitchen my eyes are drawn to some very attractive cabinets.
I’ve never seen cabinets like these before.
They look like glass but feel more like plastic and they seem to have been dyed in a ray of beautiful colors.
This room is already one of my favorites,
it instantly raised my spirits.
There’s also fencing hanging horizontally from the ceiling used to hang pots and pans,
another resourceful idea.
Next we go into an office area,
another one of my favorites.
The room is sectioned off into private areas by using these dividers that look and feel a lot like the cabinets in the kitchen.
The dividers open and close by simply pulling them one way or the other.
This room will be perfect for when I need to do my schoolwork.
I’m about to be starting high school so I’m sure I’ll have a lot.
Finally I make my way over to our room.
It’s very nice and already has a few decorations.
There are several lamps hanging that are made from that same plastic-glass material I saw earlier in the kitchen and office.
They’re so cute and look like they came straight out of the 50s.
This place is amazing and I’m so blessed to finally have a place for me and my son to call home.

Shadows

2007-09-20T14:02:00.000-07:00

Shadows1
Night.

Shadows2
Evening.

Shadows3
Afternoon.