Experiment 3 (THE BRIDGE)_Final Submission

The Image Captures and Architecture

The overall bridge consists of separate singular elements which come together to form a holistic structure under the concept of "Deconstructivism", also creating/following the individual concept of "Geometry through Deconstructivism is a core element in moulding a holistic and modernised architectural form."  

One of the walkways between the two main structures is shown to emphasize the circulation routes around the bridge. 

The entrance to the bridge is accessed via the valley floor on either side of the eroded natural structures. This entrance leads directly to one of the key blocks forming the overall bridge.

























The first elevator is portrayed in the first screenshot above is used to access the folly. It moves in a staggered vertical path from the bridge floor towards the folly positioned below the bridge deep on the valley's floor. 

The second elevator above is a mean of transportation from the bridge floor to the secluded meeting space found below the other structures. The elevators' program works in a way to relate and assist in the interaction found between the singular structures of the form in an attempt to abide by the overall concept. Deconstructivism is an evident element within the way in which the elevators work as they are the main source of connectivity for the form. 

The folly is seen in the screenshot above, it is secluded from the rest of the form and the only way to get to it is via the first elevator. The folly is made up of open as well as enclosed spaces for privacy and public matters. The seperation of the folly from the holistic form is purposely executed in order to show that singular geometrical elements are able to come together in order to form a complete singular structure. 

The screenshots above show the overall connectivity of the form as well as how the singular bridges help connect the overall blocks to one another.





Plans & Sketches

36 Textures




















The 18 Sketch Perspectives

One Point Perspectives

Two Point Perspectives

Marking Schedules

CryENGINE3 & Sketchup Files 

3D warehouse/Sketchup link: http://sketchup.google.com/3dwarehouse/details?mid=3f17096392e7bbed3a138fc7862076ec&result=4

CryEngine3 Level link: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/72tk1zzz96pg2hg/fd5yl_JggN

Valley

The inspiration for my 'Country of Origin' valley is The Kadisha Valley.

The Kadisha Valley lies within the Districts of the North Governorate of Lebanon. The valley is a deep gorge carved by the Kadisha River; Kadisha means "Holy" in Aramaic and the valley, sometimes called the Holy Valley, has sheltered Christian Monastic communities for many centuries.

CryEngine Valley Draft #2

CryEngine Valley Draft

MashUp

Modern architecture is generally characterized by simplification of its publication, functionalism and rationalism. Architecture begins with geometry of form and purity, clarity and simplicity. Since earliest times, Geometry was relied on. In a broader sense, early modern architecture began with symmetry and proportion. Deconstructivism is a development of postmodern architecture characterized by fragmentation and manipulation of a structure, with its exact definition and scope varying widely. Deconstructivism in contemporary architecture is opposed to the ordered rationality of Modernism, however, prior to that, some believed that architects should always use precise ratios when constructing temples. Geometry was to deconstructivists what ornament was to postmodernists, the subject of complication, and this complication of geometry was in turn, applied to the functional, structural, and spatial aspects of deconstructivist buildings. It is a term applied to an overarching movement, signs and ornament, where the concept of geometry can be applied to a pragmatic architecture. Modernism eventually generated reactions, which look at the design, analysis and manufacture processes. Architectural modernism was adopted by many influential architects and architectural educators; it lies at the core of architectural design. With its publication, functionalism and rationalism, the two main branches of modernism, the concept of modernism is a central theme in these efforts.

Articles:

RED: “Modern Architecture” http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modern_architecture

BLUE: “Geometry in Architecture” “http://architecture.about.com/od/ideasapproaches/a/geometry.htm

GREEN: “Deconstructivism” http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deconstructivism

Overall Theory:

" Geometry through Deconstructivism is a core element in moulding a holistic and modernised architectural form. "

Architectural Theories

1 - "Form Follows Function" - Louis Kahn

2 - "Yes is More" - Bjarke Ingels

3 - "Architecture is the art of how to waste space" - Phillip Johnson

4 – “Supply and demand regulate architectural form” - Adolf Loos

5 – “The architecture we remember is that which never consoles or comforts us” – Peter Eisenman

6 – “"Architecture should speak of its time and place, but yearn for timelessness" - Frank Gehry