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Selected Projectsby Kaley Blackstock
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Systematic Urbanism
Sensible Development
Tactile Architecture
Exergistic Habitation
About Me / Resume
GOWANUS CANAL URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT
EAST BOSTON COMMON GREEN DEVELOPMENT
BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC MIXED-USE FACILITY
FITNESS: THERMODYNAMIC TUMBLER
Design Projects:
Research Projects:
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BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSICMIXED-USE FACILITY
To build in the heart of a city such as Boston is an act of public engagement. Regardless of its user, the building is a product of the civic construct of its setting. For a building intended to house students and music, the human scale becomes the key agent in formation of the architectural agenda.
Design Projects:Tactile Architecture
Design Projects - Berklee College of Music Mixed-Used Faciltiy
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Design Projects - Berklee College of Music Mixed-Used Faciltiy
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CIRCULATION SYSTEMS
+30 +52
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FU_WASTE
FLOOR PLAN WITH DORM ROOMS AND CLASSROOMS
RETAIL
RETAIL
MUSIC FACILITEIS
BERKLEE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
ICA GALLERY
GALLERY
DORMITORIES
DORMITORIES
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Design Projects:Systematic Urbanism
Design Projects - Gowanus Canal Urban Renewal Project
Matter is but captured energy. When assigned to design an urban system to rehabilitate the Gowanus Canal region in Brooklyn, New York, it was apparent that a new building, or even new infrastructure was not sufficient to satisfy the true challenge of the project. To address climate change, designers must provide a vision for a paradigm shift: a system(at)ic change in the architecture of habitation.
GOWANUS CANAL URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT
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CANAL WATER
DWELLINGS
COMMMERCIAL
HEAT CONVERSIONHEAT CONVERSIONHEAT CONVERSIONTO STEAM
COOOMMERCIAL
ELECTRICITY DISTILLATIONPLANT
PLENUM
MANUFACTURINGMA
ADMINISTRATION
RETAIL
PROOCESSINGCOR&DADMIN & RN R
RODUCTONPOST PRT RRETAIL& R R
ASSEMBLY && STORAGE& S &
PROCESSING
DADMIN & R&DD
ODUCTONPOST PROT ORETAIL& REREASSEMBLY
& STORAGE
PROOCESSINGOCR&DADMIN & RN R
ASSEMBLY &Y & STORAGEY && S
PROCESSING
DADMIN & R&DD
ODUCTONPOST PROT ORETAIL& REREASSEMBLY
& STORAGE
RADIANT HEATING
HEAT
TRANSFER
PRODUCT
OUTPUT
EXCHANGE SYSTEMSRESOURCE DISTRIBUTION AND THERMAL T RANSFER ACROSS SITE
GOWANUS SITE
RECYCLED GLASS
BATCH MATERIALS
GLASS SANDSODA ASHLIMESTONEFELDSPAR
K2O, MgO, ZnO, BaO, PbOFINING, COLORING, OXIDIZING
RAW MTLS
NATURALGAS
EWAREHOUSEE
Kaley Blackstock - Selected Projects
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SUMMER WINDSOrientation of residences optimizes ventilation
WINTER WINDSOrientation of residences and location of tall buildings counters cold winter winds
TALLER BUILDINGS
TALLER BUILDINGS
SOUTHERN SUN EXPOSUREBuilding orientations maximize facade exposure to sun. Interstitial spaces are determined by building heights.
EXPOSURE TO 2 FACADES
CITY ACCESS
CANAL AND GREEN SPACESGreen spaces and canal basins are combined to create integrated neighborhoods of industrial zones and recreational areas.
INDUSTRIAL LOAD
ING ZONE
NEIGHBORHOOD
The goal of the Gowanus Canal Revelopment Project is to devise a new urban zoning code for a mixed-use complex in the currently inundated, EPA superfunded Brooklyn area. We proposed a sectionally-based zoning strategy for the distribution of heat across and between the many programs to integrate the entire site within an exergistic system.
Design Projects - Gowanus Canal Urban Renewal Project
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CANAL AS TRANSFER
RAW MATERIALS
PRODUCTS
MAIN STACKS INACTIVE
COOL COMMERCIAL ZONES
HYDRONIC TUBING
THERMAL EXCHANGE - WINTERSECTIONAL DIAGRAM SHOWING HEAT EXCHANGE
PRODUCTION 1 : 1500o C - 1000o C
PRODUCTION 2 : 1000o C - 300o C
COMMERCIAL 1 : 300o C - 20o C
COMMERCIAL 2 : 20o C - 0o C
RESIDENTIAL : 20o C - 0o C
CANAL AS TRANSFER
RAW MATERIALS
PRODUCTS
MAIN STACKS VENTILATE INTERIOR SPACES
SUMMER WINDS
STACKS VENTILATE SPACES
PRODUCTION 1 : 1500o C - 1000o C
PRODUCTION 2 : 1000o C - 300o C
COMMERCIAL 1 : 300o C - 20o C
COMMERCIAL 2 : 20o C - 0o C
RESIDENTIAL : 20o C - 0o CTHERMAL EXCHANGE - SUMMERSECTIONAL DIAGRAM SHOWING VENTILATION STRATEGY
To initiate the development of the site, we employed the glass industry as a vehicle for mapping the exchanges of goods, services, people, and traffic across an urban setting. The programming of the site per the new zoning code reconstituted conventions of mixed-used typologies and governed the form and function of the architectural intervention.
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+ 26INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL ZONES
10 : 01/32
+ 90
10 : 01/16+
YOUTHFUL AND ELDERLY DWELLING TYPES
Design Projects - Gowanus Canal Urban Renewal Project
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DWELLING TYPOLOGYYOUTHFULSUMMER CONDITIONS2020 sq.ftmulti-level unit
S
N MA
IN C
HIM
NEY S
TA
CK
CHIMNEY BRANCH
SUM
MER
SU
N A
NGL
E: 7
3O
SUMMER WINDS FROM SOUTH
increased illuminance
during winter
chimney opperates as a heating source
horizontal windows along southern
facade
vertical windows along northern
facade increase illuminance
ventilation through the dwelling into circulation stack
DWELLING TYPOLOGYYOUTHFULWINTER CONDITIONS2020 sq.ftmulti-level unit
S
N
WINTER SUN ANGLE: 26 O
WINT
ER W
INDS
FROM NW
MA
IN C
HIM
NEY S
TA
CK
CHIMNEY BRANCH
increased illuminance
during winter
chimney opperates as a heating source
horizontal windows along southern
facade
vertical windows along northern
facade increase illuminance
Focusing on the residential spaces of the site, two user types - youthful and elderly - provided a conceptual framework for the integration of heat flows and habitation. Two considerations drove the design of the buildings: heating and cooling conditions provided by the flows of heat per the exergistic zoning, and the daylighting capacity of the facade within a sectionally-based urban strategy.
DWELLING TYPOLOGYELDERLYSUMMER CONDITIONS450 sq.ftsingle-level bedroom
HORIZ
ONTAL
CHIMN
EYS
SUMMER SUN ANGLE: 73 O
SUMMER WIN
DS
N
S
greenhouses mitigate
solar gain
dwellings along northern facade for
sunlighting consistancy
horizontal chimneys as
consistent heat source: OFF
horizontal interior windows for illuminance
ventilation through greenhouses
DWELLING TYPOLOGYELDERLYWINTER CONDITIONS450 sq.ftsingle-level bedroom
WINTER SUN ANGLE: 26O
N
S
WINTER WINDS
HORIZ
ONTAL
CHIMN
EYS
greenhouses mitigate
solar gain
dwellings along northern facade for
sunlighting consistancy
horizontal chimneys as
consistent heat source
horizontal interior windows
for illuminance
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FACADE STUDYYOUTHFUL
4 units
3 units7 units
2 units+16 units = 33% of 48 total units
2 units
3 units5 units
5 units
3 units6 units+
24 units = 50% of 48 total units
NOR
TH F
ACAD
E
EAST
- W
EST
FACA
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SOU
TH F
ACAD
E
Design Projects - Gowanus Canal Urban Renewal Project
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NORTH - SOUTH SECTION
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SITE SECTION
DWELLING TYPOLOGY - YOUTHFULTHERMAL CONDITIONS S
N
ELLING TYPOLOGY - YOUTHFULRMAL CONDITIONS S
N
WINDS
WWWWIN
MAIN C
HIMNEY
STACK
CHIMNEY OPERATES AS A HEATING SOURCE
HORIZONTAL WINDOWS ALONG SOUTHERN FACADE = 33% GLAZING
SOLAR GAIN VS. CHIMNEY AS HEAT SOURCES
VERTICAL WINDOWS ALONG NORTHERN FACADE = 50% GLAZING
VARIATION IN FLOOR HEIGHTS ENABLE DAYLIGHTING ALONG NORTHERN SIDE
PROGRAM DISTRIBUTION DETERMINED BY HEAT CAPACITY AND DAYLIGHTING NEEDS
60% GLAZING TO MAXIMIZE DAYLIGHTING
40%-60% GLAZING TO MAXIMIZE DAYLIGHTING
MEDIUM SIZE GLASS STUDIO
LARGE CERAMICS STUDIOSMALL CERAMICS STUDIO
GROCERY STOREART STUDIO
MEDIUM SIZE GLASS STUDIO 1400OCMEDIUM SIZE GLASS STUDIO 1400OC
1400OC
1400OC800OC
RESTAURANT
BREWERY 225OC
OFFICE
CAFE
RETAIL
BAKERY 225OC
GYM (YOGA AND SPA) 110OC
HEAT R
EQUIRE
MENT
PRODUCTION ZONE
PROGRAM DISTRIBUTION DETERMINED BY HEAT CAPACITY AND DAYLIGHTING NEEDS
40%-60% GLAZING TO MAXIMIZE DAYLIGHTING
PUBLIC GREEN SPACE
ELEVATED PEDESTRIAN PATHS
HORIZONTAL CHIMNEYS
ELDERLY HOUSING
DIAGONAL CHIMNEYS
YOUTHFUL HOUSING
COMMERCIAL ZONE
TO UNION STREET METRO
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YOUTHFUL AND ELDERLY DWELLING TYPES
SYSTEM(AT)IC URBAN ARCHITECTUREZooming into the massings of the urban project, the thermal exchange between programs and users was recalibrated to a personal scale. Two user groups were introducted into the design of housing units: youthful dwellers and the elderly. Due to the tolerance of thermal variance of the youthful group, as compared to the thermally sensitve elderly users, two distinct unit types were established, differentiated by the location and angle of the heat exhaust chimneys.
Critical attention was applied to daylighting in combination with heat radiation from the
industrial chimneys. Depending on the season, the chimneys and solar gain were maximized or minimized for their heat induction and transfer.
Radiation mapping with DIVA
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Design Projects - East Boston Waterfront Redevelopment
East Boston Waterfront Redevelopment
The intersection between the financial motivations of a building project and the needs of the community is a place of opportunity for architecture to assert itself as a solution to the function of a city. Furthermore, the architect guides the project through the nuances of the citys aesthetic culture, both historically and of the future. The management of these various parties and their respective agendas defines architecture as the formation of civic information.
Design Projects:Sensible Development
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Kaley Blackstock - Selected Projects
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Design Projects - East Boston Waterfront Redevelopment
This project began with a single goal: redevelop an existing waterfront site of East Boston to reconnect the public to the Boston Harbor. Armed with expertise represented by four major disciplines: urban planning, property law, real estate development and finance, and architectural and urban design, our team pushed collaboration to its ultimate capacity and proposed a new retail and housing center that would transform a derelict site into a sustainable community center.
FOUR KEY ISSUES WITH THE SITE:Convoluted circulation around and through the site.A bleak park is inaccessible due to the surrounding traffic.All buildings turn their backs to the waterfront. Low intensity (low FAR) leads to inactive spaces.
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The aim of the studio was plausiblity. The redeveloped site sought to integrate the existing community into the new site. Rather than introduce several luxury apartments, large retail centers or several new office towers, the project considered the socioeconomic make-up of East Boston and aimed to provide facilities needed and to be used by the local community. For this to be possible, our team had to find creative solutions to the financial, civic, and architectural challenges of the site.
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Design Projects - East Boston Waterfront Redevelopment
CULT
URAL
ZONE
RET
AIL
BOULE
VARD
GREE
NW
AY
EDUCENTER RETAILHOUSINGOFFICE43,288 sqft
performing arts center (400 seats)public arts galleryconvention hallpublic meeting roomspublic facilities
209,140 sqft
60% affordable - 60% AMI40% market-rate - $2.75/ft2-5 oors800-1150 sqft/unitOPEX: $7000/unitRE Tax: 5% GR
18,000 sqft
2-3 oorsvariable tenant spaces$15/sf OPEX: NNN
152,195 sqft
local retail preferredground oorsvariable tenant spaces$20-23/sf OPEX: NNN
8%
71%
12%
1% 2%6%
Project Uses
Land Acquisition
Hard Costs
Soft Costs
Developer ContingencyDeveloper Fee
Interest Carry
42%
27%
4%0%1%
2%11%
13%
Project Sources
Debt
State/Fed LIHTC
New Market Tax CreditMass. Historic Tax CreditBrowneld Tax CreditBertulli Park ReallocationNon-Prot Donation
Developer Equity
8%
71%
12%
1% 2%6%
Project Uses
Land Acquisition
Hard Costs
Soft Costs
Developer ContingencyDeveloper Fee
Interest Carry
42%
27%
4%0%1%
2%11%
13%
Project Sources
Debt
State/Fed LIHTC
New Market Tax CreditMass. Historic Tax CreditBrowneld Tax CreditBertulli Park ReallocationNon-Prot Donation
Developer Equity
PROJECT SOURCES
PROJECT USES
RETURN IRR PROJECTUnlevered/Unsubsidized -1%Unleveraged/Subsidized 6%
IRR 13%ROTA 6%
East Boston Common Green provides over 200,000 ft2 of new housing (60% affordable), 18,000 ft2 of new office space, 150,000 ft2 of retail (double of the existing), and a new 43,000 ft2 performing arts and community center. Additionally, the development offers five times the amount of green space, adding a much desired soccer field, public facilities, and urban gardening plots around a stormwater management system. Furthermore, the entire site is equip to withstand a 100 year flood, designed according to FEMA and Boston Climate Action Group guidelines. The 20 year development plan would produce not only a necessary renovation to the derelict site, but also a return on investment that would provide for the community land trust for years to come.
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WAREHOUSE
MARSHALLS
CVS
RETAIL + HOUSING
RETAIL + HOUSING
RETAIL + HOUSING
WAREHOUSE
MARSHALLSRETAIL + OFFICES
RETAIL + HOUSING
RETAIL + HOUSING RETAIL + HOUSING
RETAILEXTENSION
RETAIL + HOUSING
RETAIL + HOUSING
RETAIL + HOUSING
RETAIL + HOUSING
CVS
PHASE 1
PHASE 4
PHASE 2
PHASE 3
PHASE 1Adaptively reuse Mystic Shore WarehouseExtend the Harbor Walk to a Science Barge MarinaUnleash existing potential for small-scale market activityReorient residents to the water as a space of recreation
PHASE 2Reroute Central Square traffic and extend pedestrian plazaDedicate road space to prioritize bus transportProvide underground parkingRelocate Marshalls and CVSExtend Meridian Street retail corridor and introduce housing
PHASE 3Extend retail and housing boulevard to the waterfrontInstall Greenway with stormwater management capabilitiesCultivate community garden plotsEnliven entertainment plaza with public programming
PHASE 4Provide multi-functional and educational community centerShowcase and publicize sustainability capabilities of the site
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Design Projects - East Boston Waterfront Redevelopment
260,000 sqft of open green space
increase concentration of permeable surfaces
increase vegetation to spur rehabitation of local species
increase hands-on interaction with greenspace via urban garden plots
increased pedestrian traffic and discourage vehicular traffic
GREENSPACE
stormwater management site
biofiltering swales to manage run-off into the Harbor
WATER MANAGEMENT
narrow floor places enable maximum natural daylighting
increased inter-building dis-tances along north-west access to decrease urban cannon
optimized building shading per each facade of building
introduce light wells for daylighting and ventilation strategies within buildings
DAYLIGHTING
orientation of site to optimize summer ventilation from E
orientation of site to counter winter winds from WNW
VENTILATION
PV panels coupled with tidal turbines to generate electricity
closed loop river-base geothermal heating
ENERGY REDUCTION
ANGLE OF INCIDENCE AND ILLUMINANCE
73
47
26
dec
21
mar/sep 21
jun 21
UNDERHEATED
OVERHEATED
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WAREHOUSE
MARSHALLS
CVS
RETAIL + HOUSING
RETAIL + HOUSING
RETAIL + HOUSING
WAREHOUSE
MARSHALLSRETAIL + OFFICES
RETAIL + HOUSING
RETAIL + HOUSING RETAIL + HOUSING
RETAILEXTENSION
RETAIL + HOUSING
RETAIL + HOUSING
RETAIL + HOUSING
RETAIL + HOUSING
CVS
OPEN HALL
THEATER LOBBY AND GALLERY
MEETING ROOMS
PUBLICRESTROOMS
THEATERRETRACTABLE
LOWER SEATING
OPEN HALL MEETING ROOMS
MEETING ROOMS
THEATERRETRACTABLE
LOWER SEATING
OPEN HALLPARTIONABLE
UPPER GALLERY
LOOK OUT POINTGREEN ROOF
BIOFILTERING POOLS FOR STORM WATER AND GRAY WATER MANAGMENT
LOOKOUT POINTS AT ENDS OF WALKWAYS AND PIERS
GREENWAY PATHS THROUGH URBAN MARSHES
COMMUNITY GARDEN PLOTS
RECREATIONAL PATHS
TIDAL TURBINES
GEOTHERMAL RIVER LOOP
BIOSWALE FILTERED WATER
GREEN ROOF
VENTILATION SHAFTS
PV PANELS
NATURAL VENTILATION FROM EASTERN SUMMER WINDS
DOUBLE-SKIN FACADE AS VENTILATION CAVITY FOR STAGE
VERTICAL FINS ON EAST AND WEST FACADES FOR SHADING
VENTILATION PLENUM
DOUBLE-GLAZED GLASS
Option Studio_Fall 2013Instructors: Alex Krieger, Larry Curtis, Matt Kieffer
PHASE 1
EAST-WEST SECTION: EDUCENTER
+4 (20 above sea level) +28 (44 above sea level)
EDUCENTER: Performing Arts and Community Center PHASE 2
PHASE 3
PHASE 4
EDUCENTEREast Boston Common Green
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Research Projects - FITNESS: Thermodynamic Tumbler
FITNESS: THERMODYNAMIC TUMBLER
Contemporary trends in architectural design have placed a focus on the energy performance of buildings. Rather than challenge current design methodologies, green washing has fostered a culture of design upgrading. FITNESS is a ideological prototype that explores the architectural capacities of a new approach to design that hinges on the term performance to redefine programming as the coordination of the bodys thermal regulation system with the heat flows of the space.
A comprehensive report on the thesis research and project can be found on the website: http://klblacks.wix.com/fitness
Research Projects:Exergistic Habitation
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Kaley Blackstock - Selected Projects
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THERMODYNAMIC TUMBLER ORIENTATION BY CLIMATE TYPE
MAXIMIZE SOLAR GAIN
LOWER FLOOR-CEILING HEIGHTS
EARTH COUPLING FOR THERMAL STABILITY
LOW SOLAR ALTITUDE
HIGH DIRECT RADIATION
GROUND AS THERMAL STABILIZER
COLD - DRY
NATURAL VENTILATION
MINIMIZE SOLAR GAIN
HIGH FLOOR-CEILING HEIGHTS
EARTH COUPLING FOR THERMAL STABILITY
HOT - DRY
HIGH SOLAR ALTITUDE
HIGH DIRECT RADIATION
GROUND AS THERMAL STABILIZER
MAXIMIZE SOLAR GAIN
LOWER FLOOR-CEILING HEIGHTS
FREE CONVECTION FOR VENTILATION
LOW SOLAR ALTITUDE
HIGH DIFFUSED RADIATION
RELATIVE HUMIDITY > 70%
COLD - HUMID
FREE CONVECTION FOR VENTILATION
MINIMIZE SOLAR GAIN
HIGH FLOOR-CEILING HEIGHTS
DE-COUPLE FROM EARTH FOR AIR FLOW
HIGH SOLAR ALTITUDE
HIGH DIFFUSED RADIATION
RELATIVE HUMIDITY > 70%
HOT - HUMID
The universal prototype isolates four distinct climate types, reorienting to maximize the thermal performance of the volume. The focus on performance is reinforced by the consistent use of a single form.
Research Projects - FITNESS: Thermodynamic Tumbler
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MAXIMIZE SOLAR GAIN ON ROOF FOR CONDUCTIVE HEAT TRANSFER
HOT: High Solar Altitude
DRY: High Direct Solar Radiation
ANGLED BASEMENT FOR BEST USE OF GROUND TEMPERATURE
SUBTERRAINEAN ZONES FOR THERMAL STABILITY
OUTLETS FOR HEAT EXHAUST
ANGLED BASEMENT FORBEST USE OF GROUND TEMPERATURE
SUBTERRAINEAN ZONES FORTHERMAL STABILITY
FORM
COLD - DRY
MAXIMIZE SOLAR GAIN ON ROOF FOR CONDUCTIVE HEAT TRANSFER
COLD: Low Solar Altitude
HUMID: High Diffused Solar Radiation
OUTLET FOR HEAT EXHAUST
FORM
COLD - HUMID
PROTECT FROM SOLAR EXPOSURE ON SOUTH FACADE
HOT: High Solar Altitude
DRY: High Direct Solar Radiation
ANGLED BASEMENT FOR BEST USE OF GROUND TEMPERATURE
SUBTERRAINEAN ZONES FOR THERMAL STABILITY
OUTLETS FOR HEAT EXHAUST
FORM
HOT - DRY
PROTECT FROM SOLAR EXPOSURE ON SOUTH FACADE
HOT: High Solar Altitude
HUMID: High Diffusive Solar Radiation
CHIMNEY SHAPE FOR CONVECTION
VENTILATION FROM BELOW - ELEVATED BUILDINGELE
FORM
HOT - HUMID
Kaley Blackstock - Selected Projects
A comprehensive report on the thesis research and project can be found on the website: http://klblacks.wix.com/fitness
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ROUTE 3
air temperature
mean radiant temp
humidity
clothing
activity
brightness
apod
yterium
palaestra
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toriu
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tepida
rium
frigidarium
natatio
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yterium
garden
library
time
apod
yterium
EXERGY(eff) RATE EXERGY (dest) RATE
UNKNOWN
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411 11
56 6
7
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9910 10
2
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EntrancesApodyteriumNatatio
123
CaldariumLaconiumsPalastra
789
Lecture HallsHeliocaminus
1011
FrigidariumTepidariumSudatorium
456
7
4
8
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4
2
310
11
6
1
1 2
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2
PRECEDENT STUDYBATHS OF CARACALLA
ENTHALPIC DESIGN_precedent studies_20140912
ROUTE 3
air temperature
mean radiant temp
humidity
clothing
activity
brightness
apod
yterium
palaestra
aleip
terio
nlaconiu
msuda
toriu
mcaldarium
tepida
rium
frigida
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natatio
apod
yterium
garden
library
time
apod
yterium
EXERGY(eff) RATE EXERGY (dest) RATE
UNKNOWN
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EntrancesApodyteriumNatatio
123
CaldariumLaconiumsPalastra
789
Lecture HallsHeliocaminus
1011
FrigidariumTepidariumSudatorium
456
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4
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11
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PRECEDENT STUDYBATHS OF CARACALLA
ENTHALPIC DESIGN_precedent studies_20140912
ROUTE 3
air temperature
mean radiant temp
humidity
clothing
activity
brightness
apod
yterium
palaestra
aleip
terio
nlaconiu
msuda
toriu
mcaldarium
tepida
rium
frigida
rium
natatio
apod
yterium
garden
library
time
apod
yterium
EXERGY(eff) RATE EXERGY (dest) RATE
UNKNOWN
1
23
411 11
56 6
7
8 8
9910 10
2
1
EntrancesApodyteriumNatatio
123
CaldariumLaconiumsPalastra
789
Lecture HallsHeliocaminus
1011
FrigidariumTepidariumSudatorium
456
7
4
8
7
4
2
310
11
6
1
1 2
9
8
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5
5
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2
12
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43
10
11
1
96
5
2
PRECEDENT STUDYBATHS OF CARACALLA
ENTHALPIC DESIGN_precedent studies_20140912
ROUTE 3
air temperature
mean radiant temp
humidity
clothing
activity
brightness
apod
yterium
palaestra
aleip
terio
nlaconiu
msuda
toriu
mcaldarium
tepida
rium
frigida
rium
natatio
apod
yterium
garden
library
time
apod
yterium
EXERGY(eff) RATE EXERGY (dest) RATE
UNKNOWN
1
23
411 11
56 6
7
8 8
9910 10
2
1
EntrancesApodyteriumNatatio
123
CaldariumLaconiumsPalastra
789
Lecture HallsHeliocaminus
1011
FrigidariumTepidariumSudatorium
456
7
4
8
7
4
2
310
11
6
1
1 2
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2
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43
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11
1
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5
2
PRECEDENT STUDYBATHS OF CARACALLA
ENTHALPIC DESIGN_precedent studies_20140912
ROUTE 3
air temperature
mean radiant temp
humidity
clothing
activity
brightness
apod
yterium
palaestra
aleip
terio
nlaconiu
msuda
toriu
mcaldarium
tepida
rium
frigida
rium
natatio
apod
yterium
garden
library
time
apod
yterium
EXERGY(eff) RATE EXERGY (dest) RATE
UNKNOWN
1
23
411 11
56 6
7
8 8
9910 10
2
1
EntrancesApodyteriumNatatio
123
CaldariumLaconiumsPalastra
789
Lecture HallsHeliocaminus
1011
FrigidariumTepidariumSudatorium
456
7
4
8
7
4
2
310
11
6
1
1 2
9
8
6
5
5
3
2
12
78
43
10
11
1
96
5
2
PRECEDENT STUDYBATHS OF CARACALLA
ENTHALPIC DESIGN_precedent studies_20140912
ROUTE 3
air temperature
mean radiant temp
humidity
clothing
activity
brightness
apod
yterium
palaestra
aleip
terio
nlaconiu
msuda
toriu
mcaldarium
tepida
rium
frigida
rium
natatio
apod
yterium
garden
library
time
apod
yterium
EXERGY(eff) RATE EXERGY (dest) RATE
UNKNOWN
1
23
411 11
56 6
7
8 8
9910 10
2
1
EntrancesApodyteriumNatatio
123
CaldariumLaconiumsPalastra
789
Lecture HallsHeliocaminus
1011
FrigidariumTepidariumSudatorium
456
7
4
8
7
4
2
310
11
6
1
1 2
9
8
6
5
5
3
2
12
78
43
10
11
1
96
5
2
PRECEDENT STUDYBATHS OF CARACALLA
ENTHALPIC DESIGN_precedent studies_20140912
The subdivision of the interior of the prototype follows lessons learned from the Baths of Caracalla in which the architectural agenda of the facility was made manifest by the sequencing of various thermal experiences by the user.
Exergy Efficiency is the capacity for physical work from energy created by the metabolic conversion of nutrients. Energy not used in the process is destroyed exergy - energy used in the maintenance of a core body temperature of 37C.
External conditions such as temperature and humidity affect the bodys thermoregulatory operations and therefore affect the amount of energy available for physical work.
ENVIR
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CON
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ENVE
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INTE
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CON
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BODY
(TIS
SUE
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ORE)
AMBIENTCONDITIONS
SKIN COREMUSCLES
HYPOTHALMUS
(thermal neutrality temperature)
1 2
34a
4b5
1 - Environmental conditions are registered on the surface of the body.2 - The internal thermal neutrality of the body is maintained at the core at 37C.3 - Changes in the core temperature are registered by the hypothalmus.4a - Thermal regulation is achieved through vasodilation/constriction.4b - Thermal regulation is achieved through shivering or bodily movement.5 - Evaporation or respiration alter the surrounding hygrothermal conditions.
THERMOREGULATORY CYCLE
Research Projects - FITNESS: Thermodynamic Tumbler
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A comprehensive report on the thesis research and project can be found on the website: http://klblacks.wix.com/fitness
HOT - HUMIDINCREASE FLOOR-CEILING HEIGHTS FOR HEAT DISPLACEMENTLOW THERMAL MASS MATERIAL FOR WALKABLE SURFACESOFFSET FLOOR PLATES FROM ENVELOPE FOR VENTILATIONLIFT GROUND FLOOR OFF GROUNDDISCRETIZE SPACES FOR MAXIMUM HEAT DISSIPATIONLOCATE LOW INTERNAL LOAD SPACES IN CHIMNEY
DISCRETIZED FLOORS WITH SMALL FLOORPLATES
DOUBLE HEIGHT SPACES
CENTRAL OPENING FOR AIR FLOW
SET BACK FROM SOUTH FACADE
HE
IGH
TEN
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CO
NN
EC
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N T
O C
LIM
ATE
CO
ND
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NS
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HOT - DRYINCREASE FLOOR-CEILING HEIGHTS FOR HEAT DISPLACEMENTLOW THERMAL MASS MATERIAL FOR WALKABLE SURFACESOFFSET UPPER FLOOR PLATES FROM ENVELOPE FOR VENTILATIONUTILIZE GROUND AS THERMAL STABILIZERDISCRETIZE SPACES FOR MAXIMUM HEAT DISSIPATIONLOCATE LOW INTERNAL LOAD SPACES IN BELOW-GRADE ZONE
DOUBLE HEIGHT SPACES
OPENING FOR VENTILATION INLET
CENTRAL OPENING FOR AIR FLOW
OFFSET FROM ENVELOP TO TEMPER AMBIENT INTERNAL AIR
HE
IGH
TEN
ED
CO
NN
EC
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N T
O C
LIM
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CO
ND
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NS
+
+
+
+
+
+
COLD - DRY
HEIGHTENED CONNECTION TO CLIMATE CONDITIONS
DISCRETIZED, COMPACT CORE SUBGRADE:THERMALLY STABLE
CONDUCTIVE HEAT COLLECTION ZONE
SHALLOW FLOOR-CEILING HEIGHTSHIGH THERMAL MASS MATERIAL FOR HORIZONTAL SURFACESMAXIMUM CONDUCTIVE HEAT TRANSFER FROM TOP OF FORMSTABLE THERMAL CONDITIONS AT BELOW GRADECONGREGATE LOW INTERNAL LOAD SPACES INTO CORE, HIGH INTERNAL LOADS NEAR PERIMETEROFFSET FLOOR PLATE FROM PERIMETER TO ALLOW FOR CONVECTION FLOWS
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COLD - HUMIDSHALLOW FLOOR-CEILING HEIGHTSHIGH THERMAL MASS MATERIAL FOR HORIZONTAL SURFACESMAXIMUM CONDUCTIVE HEAT TRANSFER FROM PEAK OF FORMSTABLE THERMAL CONDITIONS AT GROUND FLOORCONGREGATE LOW INTERNAL LOAD SPACES INTO CORE, HIGH INTERNAL LOADS NEAR PERIMETEROFFSET FLOOR PLATE FROM PERIMETER TO ALLOW FOR CONVECTION FLOWS
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HEIGHTENED CONNECTION TO CLIMATE CONDITIONS
MAXIMIZE USE OF GROUND FLOOR
DISCRETIZED, COMPACT CORE
SOLAR RADIATION FOR CONVECTIVE HEAT FLOW
Kaley Blackstock - Selected Projects
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SPACE TYPE EXAMPLE 2
DOUBLE HEIGHT
THERMAL GAP PROVIDED BY OFFSET OF ENVELOPE
VENTILATION THROUGH STAIRS
MEDIUM FLOORPLATE
LOCATION
GEOMETRY
MATERIAL
+
+ .
+
+
UPPER STRATA OF CHIMNEY, EXPOSED TO HEAT GAINS FROM LOWER SPACES
MAXIMUM CONVECTIVE FLOWS
ACCESS TO FULL DAYLIGHTING
+ ..
+
+
TRANSLUCENT PANELS (ADIABATIC, NO SOLAR GAIN)
OPAQUE WALLS (THERMAL MASS)
LOW THERMAL MASS FLOOR AND CEILING
PERFORATED SIDE WALL
A
AA
B
B
C
D
C
C
D
ROOM 2HOT - HUMID
PO
PU
LATI
ON
DEN
SIT
Y
ACTIVITY LEVELME
TABOLI
C EFFIC
IENCY
MEDIUM FLOORPLATE
The location at the top of the chimney creates warmer conditions. Convective ow is created through openings in walls and stairs, exhausting humid air.
Due to the medium oorplate, a limited number of people can occupy the space. The higher temperatures create less efcient conditions for low metabolic efciency rates at high activity levels. Additionally, low metabolic rates would require less heat gains from added population at high activity levels.
TUTORIAL SPACE
3 PEOPLE ON BICYCLE TRAINERS
CONVECTIVE FORM, DOUBLE HEIGHT
THERMAL GAP PROVIDED BY OFFSET OF ENVELOPE
VENTILATION THROUGH STAIRS
MEDIUM FLOORPLATE
LOCATION
GEOMETRY
MATERIAL
+
+ .
+
+
POINT OF STRUCTURE BELOW GROUND - THERMAL STABILIZATION
NO DAYLIGHTING
+ ..
+
TRANSLUCENT PANELS (ADIABATIC, NO SOLAR GAIN)
OPAQUE WALLS (THERMAL MASS)
LOW THERMAL MASS FLOOR AND CEILING
PERFORATED SIDE WALL
A
A
A
B
B
D
C
D
C
C
ROOM 2HOT - DRY
PO
PU
LATI
ON
DEN
SIT
Y
ACTIVITY LEVELME
TABOLI
C EFFIC
IENCY
The location of the room underground, creates stable lower temperatures. The geometry of the room and the ventilation through the rotated stairs enables convect heat transfer capacities to exhaust humid air.
Due to the medium oorplate, a limited number of people can occupy the space. The lower temperatures and high convective ows allow for high activity levels. Low metabolic efciency rates require increased activity levels and/or increased population densities.
SMALL DINNER PARTY
PHOTOSHOOT
MEDIUM FLOORPLATE
DOUBLE HEIGHT
THERMAL GAP PROVIDED BY OFFSET OF ENVELOPE
VENTILATION THROUGH STAIRS
MEDIUM FLOORPLATE
LOCATION
GEOMETRY
MATERIAL
+
+ .
+
+
UPPER STRATA OF CHIMNEY, EXPOSED TO HEAT GAINS FROM LOWER SPACES
MAXIMUM CONVECTIVE FLOWS
ACCESS TO FULL DAYLIGHTING
+ ..
+
+
TRANSLUCENT PANELS (ADIABATIC, NO SOLAR GAIN)
OPAQUE WALLS (THERMAL MASS)
LOW THERMAL MASS FLOOR AND CEILING
PERFORATED SIDE WALL
A
AA
B
B
C
D
C
C
D
ROOM 2HOT - HUMID
PO
PU
LATI
ON
DEN
SIT
Y
ACTIVITY LEVELME
TABOLI
C EFFIC
IENCY
MEDIUM FLOORPLATE
The location at the top of the chimney creates warmer conditions. Convective ow is created through openings in walls and stairs, exhausting humid air.
Due to the medium oorplate, a limited number of people can occupy the space. The higher temperatures create less efcient conditions for low metabolic efciency rates at high activity levels. Additionally, low metabolic rates would require less heat gains from added population at high activity levels.
TUTORIAL SPACE
3 PEOPLE ON BICYCLE TRAINERS
CONVECTIVE FORM, DOUBLE HEIGHT
THERMAL GAP PROVIDED BY OFFSET OF ENVELOPE
VENTILATION THROUGH STAIRS
MEDIUM FLOORPLATE
LOCATION
GEOMETRY
MATERIAL
+
+ .
+
+
POINT OF STRUCTURE BELOW GROUND - THERMAL STABILIZATION
NO DAYLIGHTING
+ ..
+
TRANSLUCENT PANELS (ADIABATIC, NO SOLAR GAIN)
OPAQUE WALLS (THERMAL MASS)
LOW THERMAL MASS FLOOR AND CEILING
PERFORATED SIDE WALL
A
A
A
B
B
D
C
D
C
C
ROOM 2HOT - DRY
PO
PU
LATI
ON
DEN
SIT
Y
ACTIVITY LEVELME
TABOLI
C EFFIC
IENCY
The location of the room underground, creates stable lower temperatures. The geometry of the room and the ventilation through the rotated stairs enables convect heat transfer capacities to exhaust humid air.
Due to the medium oorplate, a limited number of people can occupy the space. The lower temperatures and high convective ows allow for high activity levels. Low metabolic efciency rates require increased activity levels and/or increased population densities.
SMALL DINNER PARTY
PHOTOSHOOT
MEDIUM FLOORPLATE
PO
PU
LATI
ON
DEN
SIT
Y
ACTIVITY LEVEL META
BOLIC
EFFIC
IENCY
(AGE)
1) Young + Inactive + Single (YIS):
2) Old + Inactive + Single (OIS):
3) Young + Inactive + Many (YIM):
4) Old + Inactive + Many (OIM):
5) Young + Active + Single (YAS):
6) Old + Active + Single (OAS):
7) Young + Active + Many (YAM):
Elevated metabolism and lower thermal neutrality. High tolerance for thermal swings. Lower relative humidity levels.
High heat and humidity emissions. Increase in vertical dimensions to remove hot/humid air from occupiable zone. Increase ventilation through spaces
High heat and humidity emissions. Increase all dimensions to remove hot/humid air from occupiable zone. Increase ventilation through spaces and induce convection through buoyancy.
Higher heat emission. Increase in vertical dimensions to remove hot/humid air from occupiable zone.
Lower metabolism and higher thermal neutrality. Dry skin and low activity can tolerate elevated humidity levels. Visual comfort. Thermal homogeneity.
Increase square footage. Elevated metabolism and lower thermal neutrality. High tolerance for thermal swings. Lower relative humidity levels.
Increase square footage, occupants can benefit from close proximity. Lower metabolism and higher thermal neutrality. Dry skin and low activity can tolerate elevated humidity levels. Visual comfort. Thermal homogeneity.
8) Old + Active + Many (OAM):Higher heat emission. Increase all dimensions to remove hot/humid air from occupiable zone. Ventilation may be required.
YIS
YIM
YAS
YAM
OIS
OIM
OAS
OAM
PO
PU
LATI
ON
DEN
SIT
Y
ACTIVITY LEVEL META
BOLIC
EFFIC
IENCY
(AGE)
1) Young + Inactive + Single (YIS):
2) Old + Inactive + Single (OIS):
3) Young + Inactive + Many (YIM):
4) Old + Inactive + Many (OIM):
5) Young + Active + Single (YAS):
6) Old + Active + Single (OAS):
7) Young + Active + Many (YAM):
Elevated metabolism and lower thermal neutrality. High tolerance for thermal swings. Lower relative humidity levels.
High heat and humidity emissions. Increase in vertical dimensions to remove hot/humid air from occupiable zone. Increase ventilation through spaces
High heat and humidity emissions. Increase all dimensions to remove hot/humid air from occupiable zone. Increase ventilation through spaces and induce convection through buoyancy.
Higher heat emission. Increase in vertical dimensions to remove hot/humid air from occupiable zone.
Lower metabolism and higher thermal neutrality. Dry skin and low activity can tolerate elevated humidity levels. Visual comfort. Thermal homogeneity.
Increase square footage. Elevated metabolism and lower thermal neutrality. High tolerance for thermal swings. Lower relative humidity levels.
Increase square footage, occupants can benefit from close proximity. Lower metabolism and higher thermal neutrality. Dry skin and low activity can tolerate elevated humidity levels. Visual comfort. Thermal homogeneity.
8) Old + Active + Many (OAM):Higher heat emission. Increase all dimensions to remove hot/humid air from occupiable zone. Ventilation may be required.
YIS
YIM
YAS
YAM
OIS
OIM
OAS
OAM In FITNESS, programming is not defined by a composition of fixed spatial utilities but rather a spectrum of performative capacities of the body within the conditions established by the thermodynamics of the space.
The rotation of the universal prototype reestablishes and redefines the programming of the building, reinforcing the architectural agenda in which energy and the built environment converge through the notion of performance.
HOT - HUMID
HOT - DRY
CONVECTIVE FORM, TALL SINGLE HEIGHT
THERMAL BUFFER DUE TO OFFSET OF ENVELOPE
VENTILATION THROUGH CEILING
SMALL FLOORPLATE
LOCATION
GEOMETRY
MATERIAL
+
+ .
+
+
TOP OF STRUCTURE, HOVERING ABOVE GROUND
CLOSE PROXIMITY TO CONDUCTIVE TOP
SHADED FROM DIRECT SUN, DIFFUSED SUNLIGHT ONLY
+ .
+
+
TRANSLUCENT PANELS (ADIABATIC)
OPAQUE WALLS (THERMAL MASS)
HIGH THERMAL MASS FLOOR
PERFORATED CEILING
A
A
A
B
B
D
C
D
C
ROOM 2COLD - DRY
PO
PU
LATI
ON
DEN
SIT
Y
ACTIVITY LEVELME
TABOLI
C EFFIC
IENCY
SMALL FLOORPLATE
The location of the room at the end of volume, elevated above ground creates cooler conditions. Additionally, the conductive heat from the upper oor induces convective ows, reducing humidity levels in the room.
Due to the small oorplate, only a few people can occupy the space. The lower temperatures and high convective ows allow for high activity levels. Low metabolic efciency rates require increased activity levels and/or increased population densities.
STUDENT GROUP MEETING
3 PEOPLE DOING TAI CHI
CONVECTIVE FORM, TALL SINGLE HEIGHT
THERMAL BUFFER DUE TO OFFSET OF ENVELOPE
VENTILATION THROUGH CEILING
SMALL FLOORPLATE
LOCATION
GEOMETRY
MATERIAL
+
+ .
+
+
TOP OF STRUCTURE, HOVERING ABOVE GROUND
CLOSE PROXIMITY TO CONDUCTIVE TOP
SHADED FROM DIRECT SUN, DIFFUSED SUNLIGHT ONLY
+ .
+
+
TRANSLUCENT PANELS (ADIABATIC)
OPAQUE WALLS (THERMAL MASS)
HIGH THERMAL MASS FLOOR
PERFORATED CEILING
A
A
A
B
B
D
C
D
C
ROOM 2COLD - DRY
PO
PU
LATI
ON
DEN
SIT
Y
ACTIVITY LEVELME
TABOLI
C EFFIC
IENCY
SMALL FLOORPLATE
The location of the room at the end of volume, elevated above ground creates cooler conditions. Additionally, the conductive heat from the upper oor induces convective ows, reducing humidity levels in the room.
Due to the small oorplate, only a few people can occupy the space. The lower temperatures and high convective ows allow for high activity levels. Low metabolic efciency rates require increased activity levels and/or increased population densities.
STUDENT GROUP MEETING
3 PEOPLE DOING TAI CHI
COLD - DRY
Research Projects - FITNESS: Thermodynamic Tumbler
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COLD - HUMIDSPACE TYPE EXAMPLE 2
A comprehensive report on the thesis research and project can be found on the website: http://klblacks.wix.com/fitness
CONVECTIVE FORM, TALL SINGLE HEIGHT
THERMAL BUFFER DUE TO OFFSET OF ENVELOPE
VENTILATION THROUGH STAIR ACCESS
SMALL FLOORPLATE
LOCATION
GEOMETRY
MATERIAL
+
+ .
+
+
POINT OF STRUCTURE, MAXIMUM INTERFACE WITH EXTERIOR CONDITIONS VIA ENVELOPE
ELEVATED OFF GROUND (SECOND FLOOR)
SHADED FROM DIRECT SUN, DIFFUSED SUNLIGHT ONLY
+ .....
+
+
TRANSLUCENT PANELS (ADIABATIC, NO SOLAR GAIN)
OPAQUE WALLS (THERMAL MASS)
HIGH THERMAL MASS CEILING
PERFORATED FLOOR
A
A
A
B
B
D
C
D
C
ROOM 2COLD - HUMID
PO
PU
LATI
ON
DEN
SIT
Y
ACTIVITY LEVELME
TABOLI
C EFFIC
IENCY
SMALL FLOORPLATE
The location of the room at the end of volume, elevated above ground creates temperate conditions. Additionally, the geometry of the room (due to walls) with maximum exposure to solar radiation, and the elevated oor above a ventable space creates strong convect heat transfer capacities to exhaust humid air.
Due to the small oorplate, only a few people can occupy the space. The lower temperatures and high convective ows allow for high activity levels. Low metabolic efciency rates require increased activity levels and/or increased population densities.
DANCE CREW PRACTICE
INTRO TO YOGA LESSON
CONVECTIVE FORM, TALL SINGLE HEIGHT
THERMAL BUFFER DUE TO OFFSET OF ENVELOPE
VENTILATION THROUGH STAIR ACCESS
SMALL FLOORPLATE
LOCATION
GEOMETRY
MATERIAL
+
+ .
+
+
POINT OF STRUCTURE, MAXIMUM INTERFACE WITH EXTERIOR CONDITIONS VIA ENVELOPE
ELEVATED OFF GROUND (SECOND FLOOR)
SHADED FROM DIRECT SUN, DIFFUSED SUNLIGHT ONLY
+ .....
+
+
TRANSLUCENT PANELS (ADIABATIC, NO SOLAR GAIN)
OPAQUE WALLS (THERMAL MASS)
HIGH THERMAL MASS CEILING
PERFORATED FLOOR
A
A
A
B
B
D
C
D
C
ROOM 2COLD - HUMID
PO
PU
LATI
ON
DEN
SIT
Y
ACTIVITY LEVELME
TABOLI
C EFFIC
IENCY
SMALL FLOORPLATE
The location of the room at the end of volume, elevated above ground creates temperate conditions. Additionally, the geometry of the room (due to walls) with maximum exposure to solar radiation, and the elevated oor above a ventable space creates strong convect heat transfer capacities to exhaust humid air.
Due to the small oorplate, only a few people can occupy the space. The lower temperatures and high convective ows allow for high activity levels. Low metabolic efciency rates require increased activity levels and/or increased population densities.
DANCE CREW PRACTICE
INTRO TO YOGA LESSON
Kaley Blackstock - Selected Projects
Located at the end of the massing, the space allows for moderate activity levels with low population density for both high and low metabolic efficiency levels.
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Fall Semester Core Studio 2011(Kiel Moe): Perimeter Plan, Hidden Room, Lock ProjectSpring Semester Core Studio 2012 (Cameron Wu): Brookline Athletic Center, The Wellesley Greenhouse FacilitiesFall Semester Core Studio 2012 (Danielle Etzler ): Berklee College of Music Mixed-Use FacilitySpring Semester Core Studio 2013 (Renata Sentkiewicz): Architecture and the Urban Contract ProjectFall Semester Option Studio 2013 (Alex Krieger): Planning and Development of the East Boston WaterfrontSpring Semester Option Studio 2013 (Inaki Abalos): Thermodynamic Materialism and Urban Conglomerates
Fall Semester Thesis 2014 (Kiel Moe): FITNESS: A Thermodynamic Tumbler Fit for HabitationEDUCATION
ABOUT ME
Harvard College, Class of 2010, Cambridge, MA
Harvard Graduate School of Design, Class of 2015, Cambridge, MA
Bachelor of Arts in History of Art and Architecture, class of 2010. Magna Cum Laude. Concentration credits in Islamic Architecture, Modern and Contemporary Art and Architecture, Studio Art, Real Estate Finance and Development. GPA: 3.8
I was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma and traveled the world before enrolling in Harvard College in the Fall of 2006. I found my calling in the arts, concentrating in History of Art and Architecture, and spending my weekends organizing undergraduate events for the Harvard Art Museums. The summer before my senior year I enrolled in the GSD Career Discovery Program as a way to better understand the mind of a designer. I fell in love. After graduating, I worked for Charles Rose Architects, who guided me through the application process for design school.
My time at the GSD has been enlightening of not only the culture of architecture, but also of my interests and aspirations as a budding professional designer. The influence of the architect can reach beyond the pages of the CD set to engage in politics, reform education, establish new technologies, and affect other fields woven into the disciplines network. My fascination with energy is rooted in my analytical and curious mindset. It is an intellectual challenge, a design conundrum, and a means of working beyond the boundaries of the profession.
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Spring Semester Core Studio 2012 (Cameron Wu): Brookline Athletic Center, The Wellesley Greenhouse Facilities
Fall Semester Thesis 2014 (Kiel Moe): FITNESS: A Thermodynamic Tumbler Fit for Habitation
Teaching Experience:Studio Teaching Assistant - Fourth Semester Core Studio - Urban Housing (Vince Bandy), currentStudio Teaching Assistant - Third Semester Core Studio - Comprehensive Building (Inaki Abalos), Fall 2014Teaching Assistant - Issues in Professional Practice (Jay Wickersham, Maryann Thompson), Spring 2014
ExPERIENCE
Charles Rose Architects, Inc. Fall 2010-Spring 2011, Somerville, MA
Personal assistant to Charles Rose and marketing assistant. Managed licensure, researched and prepared RFP responses, awards submittals, scheduled client site visits, material database, publicity and public outreach.
Butz & Klug, Summer 2012, Boston, MAArchitectural and marketing intern. Assisted with drawings and concept images, researched materials, assisted during site visits, updated online presence, awards submittals, marketing organization.
Kilo Architectures Summer Intern, 2013, Paris, FRParticipated in an urban design competition for the city of Tamansourt, Marocco. Model building, 3d modeling and redline corrections for a hotel project in Marrakech, Morocco. Graphic designs for project type book series.
Atelier Ten Summer Intern, 2014, New York, NYEnvironmental Design Consulting Intern. Assisted with LEED projects, Passiv Haus Study, daylighting simulations and calculations, assisted with graphics and presentation materials.
SKILLS /ACTIVITIES
AWARDS
Event Planning and Marketing:Founder, President and Vice President of the Harvard Art Museum Undergraduate Connection that is responsible for the organization of all student events for the Harvard Art Museum, including the Night at the Museum series with a record attendance of 700 students at a single two-hour event.
Software:
AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, SketchUp, Grasshopper, Ecotect, DesignBuilder (EnergyPlus interface), DIVA, Ladybug, Flovent, VRay, 3dsMax, Photoshop, Illustrator, AfterEffects, Premier, InDesign, Excel, Powerpoint, Word
Organizations:
Harvard Graduate School of Design Student Forum Alumni Relations (past: Academic Chair, Co-Infrastructure Chair), Student Academic Committee Class Representative, Harvard University Women in Design, Harvard College Women in Business Alumna Associate, Radcliffe Mentor, Winthrop House Non-Resident Advisor
Deans Merit Scholarship Recipient - 2011-2015
GSD Unsung Hero Award for Contributions to Student Life - 2014