PART 1C - Application of Analysis Architects Cabin

Design Inspiration & Elementary Symbolism
Key parts of the design revolve around existing technologies, both natural and man made. Through exploration of a range of design elements (pictured below) I have created a design that is both symbolic, and direct in it's approach to the philosophy of the Bark Design practice. The most obvious part of the building's form I have chosen to manipulate is the roof structure. The central pole is designed to support the substantially organic and wave-like pattern. The structure itself is intended to mimic the affects of trees in the original design both climatically and formally. The roof is supported much like the bone structure in a leaf whilst the central pole which supports is a symbol of the tree trunk. The forms have been abstracted and the appropriate man made technologies (pole and steel supporting rods which are good in both tension and compression) have been employed.

The Form of the Fly-Roof will Mimic a Leaf's Bone Structure
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The Organic Abstract Form of the Roof will Replicate this Carton Lip Fold
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Suspended Roof Technologies in Application
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Firmness, Commodity, & Delight Synthesis
This project aims to address the key elements of the original Bark Studio house whilst providing a unique interpretation of the designed aspects. The following synthesis outlines the design approach in terms of the building as an environmental filter, a container of human activities, and as a delightful experience.

As an Environmental Filter
There are a range of environmental related elements in the original design which have been explored further in the diagrams which follow.

These include:

• A distinctively subtropical design approach
• Direct integration with the natural environment
• Minimisation of environmental impacts (including sustainability and on site)
• Flooding natural light
• Passive solar integrating wide eaves
• Natural cross ventilation through louvres and windows
• Natural finishes to materials
• Seamless connection between inside and out
• Maximised view lines
  

Application Analysis: As an Environmental Filter

As a Container of Human Activities
The design brief for architects Lindy Atkin and Stephen Guthrie was to encompass a studio space as a working environment for their emerging architectural practice. This new project encompasses an identical brief but on a smaller more individual scale.

Ideas explored:

• Flexibility of work and living space
• Open plan living
• Incorporation of functional spaces including kitchen and bathroom
• Definition of private and semi-private spaces
  
• Privacy provided the manipulation of structure and materials
  

Application Analysis: As a Container of Human Activities

As a Delightful Experience
The house should act as a getaway from the typical urban office setting one would expect to experience in an architect’s office. The following explores the space as a delightful experience confirming this concept.

Elements explored:

• Flooding natural light
• A sense of lightness
• Flexibility of uses including spaces for reflection
• A specific take on the rectilinear geometric form
• Simplicity of structure
• Honest representation of the material palette (Woods & Steel)
  
• Natural ventilation and passive cooling
  

Application Analysis: As a Delightful Experience

Final Application: Cabin for the Architect

Architects Cabin: Exterior Perspective

Architects Cabin: Site Plan Selection

Architects Cabin: Site Plan

Architects Cabin: Section A-A

Architects Cabin: South West Elevation

Architects Cabin: North East Elevation

Architects Cabin: Floor Plan