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Sean Murphy�Arch 101 Final Portfolio�
Spring 2013�Jerry Lum
Site Model One
• This model was an a2empt at poin4ng out the hillside in the distance. The la9ce is in the shape of the hills and when one sits down they are going to be highly aware of the contour of the hillside.
Model One
• The seat in this responds directly to the two trees. It will be custom built for the space in between those trees.
• Not only does this provide a place for one to enjoy the hillside but it also allows one to appreciate that exact space that is created by the presence of the trees.
*This design proved to be too obvious and not exci5ng enough.
Model Two
• I wanted to emphasize the branches and leaves that were hanging down into the site.
• In order to do this I had to elevate people up to it. That is why there is a plaDorm. The triangular structure encompasses the hanging tree branch.
***I enjoyed the look of the stacked, thin wooden bars but I couldn’t seem to explain how they met the requirements of the assignment. No one else seemed to like this idea either.
Model Two
• I enjoyed how this structure emphasizes the trees and it’s leaves. We always see trees from a distance but I don’t think we oHen go up close to them or enjoy their texture and smell.
• Finding things that are unique to this site only was a constant ba2le
Model Three
• For this model I was trying to use the shape of the par4cular leaves of these two eucalyptus trees as inspira4on for the model.
• One can see the way the bo2om of these structures are curved out like that of a eucalyptus leaf.
• The top por4on of this is going along with the idea of framing the branches and le9ng the tree make its way into the model.
Model Three
• Here is a different view of this model.
• I feel like this almost has a religious element to it. As though the tree is sacred and people inside are forced to worship it.
• This is a bit strange.
Model 4
• In this model I took some of the ideas Jad presented and then added in Some of my own.
• One of the main things we wanted to explore in this model was the idea of tops of the frames star4ng high on one side, then gradually coming down, and coming back up on the opposite side.
• This creates a more dynamic structure than just having a flat roof. Finally we are learning to employ your idea of asymmetry. We also loved the living element of the shiHing frames.
Model 4
• Here you can see my idea of crea4ng a space that has intersec4ng wooden beams.
• This was also a space to hang out and meditate on the light, the trees, whatever you need to reflect on.
***We ended up not really having enough 5me to do this.
Site • The main elements of this site were slope, the two trees, the fact that it had a view of the hills in the distance and the fact that it was windy.
• We were the first site visible from the rest of the campus.
• We chose this site mostly for the fact that it was one of the more flat spaces on the country por4on.
Stakes and Frames
• Beneath the mulch we found a very hard surface. Since we wanted to have standing frames, we had to dive stakes deep into the ground. The depth of the stakes were 1.5 feet.
• Taylor came up with this idea. We then decided to a2ach the asymmetrical, sloped entry way frame to the stakes in place.
• One way to directly experience the trees was to have a path that leads you directly into them
Work
• One of the next phases was implemen4ng Pilar and Taylor’s idea of having flowing triangles that rush through the frames added to the piece
• We decided to saw old chair parts into different sized triangles.
• This was a long tedious process and didn’t seem possible at first but we all believed in it and made it happen.
Math
• We had to use some good old geometry to work out some equilateral triangles.
• Before we sawed theses pieces of wood, we wanted to make sure the shapes created a sense of harmony.
Adding Mo4on
• These triangles we craHed by all of us. They are the life force of the project. The triangles interact with the frames Beau4fully. Even though they depend on The frames, Taylor and Jad were able to masterfully construct them in such a way That makes them look free-‐floa4ng.
• Part of this idea came about from a Conversa4on Pilar and Taylor were having Con4nuously during the first part of their Construc4on.
• At a certain point, I feel the project took On a life of its own and people were intui4vely bringing it into being.
Breathing
• Our site was absorbing the wind in the most intense way. Our structure interacted with the wind by being open to it. It’s strength lies in its openness.
• The tension created by these ropes really emphasizes the expanding and contrac4ng quality of our structure.
Intersec4ng Paths
• The addi4on of the 4ght ropes was A much needed way for us to unify The frames and add a third element • Into the conversa4on of the piece.
• I feel like they can actually tell their own abstract story. They also create An implied wall.
Reflec4ons
This semester began with a rush of work. I was overwhelmed and didn’t think I would make it through this class. At a certain point I tried to have a bit more fun and engage with the assignments rather than fear them. One of the most valuable things I learned was the value of a quan4ty of work. A lot of 4mes the first few ideas I had were not great. Some4mes I’d let this discourage me. When I actually followed through, which some4mes meant staying up all night, then I would usually be pleased with the results. Another thing I learned was to not be afraid to look at other more successful architects for inspira4on. I guess before I thought of that as chea4ng. As long as one doesn’t just take an idea then this can be a very helpful start to a project. the most important thing I learned is that you can only do one thing at a 4me. I found my self regre9ng not just plugging away at some of the models because I’d feel overwhelmed that I wouldn’t finish all nine. At the end of the day I probably had enough 4me to at least get seven done but wasted 4me just worrying about not being able to finish. In the future I hope to work out of a sense of passion and curiosity rather than fear.
The final project taught me many great things. The biggest challenge was keeping a balance between s4cking to the requirements and staying crea4ve. Time seemed to pass so quickly and keeping everyone on the same page was hard because everyone had a flourish of crea4vity at different 4mes. If we were to rigid and just stuck to our original plans then some of the most beau4ful parts of our project would not have been created. At a certain point we had to let go of trying to stay exactly within the boundaries because of the forces of 4me and inspira4on. I feel like I did a great job of doing my best and keeping a posi4ve a9tude, even when things looked a bit doomed.
Conclusion
This project was a lot of hard work. I learned a great deal about working with others and about the struggle of bring Something from a drawing into a Model and then into a real Structure. We faced a variety of challenges along the way but always aimed for greatness and didn’t give up un4l we had something we were proud of. Thank you Jerry for pushing us and everything you taught us.