For the exterior, we wanted to blend the historic facade of the factory with modern innovation. This facade features a panel system of synthetic wood which create privacy, reduce exterior noise, and help protect the building from inclement weather.
Exterior View
Exterior Elevation
The buildings goal was to be a multi generational builder which would encourage interaction between residents across generational lines creating a greater sense of community. To help visualize this goal, we created three user profiles of potential residents and their needs for the space.
Visualization Board
Monica and Andy
Luca and Alberto
Brandon
By opening up the entrance to the basement level through a ramp and dugout, the basement and level one were converted into commercial spaces. The basement levl holds building facilities and storage for building residents on the left side and a convenience store and wine and art studio space on the right.
Basement Level Floor Plan
Basement Level Reflected Ceiling Plan
Wine and Art Class Space
Looking at the area around the site, we saw the booming art scene which guided our decision to create an open kiosk space in which local artists and merchants can rent space to sell their wares to the public in a form of "open market". We also noted the shortage of food places in the area. To help remedy this, we designed a café on level one and convenience store in the basement level. Additionally, we included a daycare space to encourage families to live in the building.
Level One Floor Plan
Level One Reflected Ceiling Plan
Daycare
Kiosk Space
Level 2, 3, and 4 were turned into residential apartments including studios, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments. For the renders, we created spaces for the three user profile we had made.
Level 2 Floor Plan
Level 2 Reflected Ceiling Plan
Two Bedroom Apartment Kitchen
Aerial View
This two bedroom apartment offers Monica a great place to raise her baby, Andy, with access to amenities such as in unit laundry, quality building security, and stroller friendly walking areas.
Level 3 Floor Plan
Level 3 Reflected Ceiling Plan
Studio Apartment Bedroom
Aerial View
This studio apartment offers the elderly couple, Luca and Alberto, an accessible building, community interaction, and walkable green space.
Level 4 Floor Plan
Level 4 Reflected Ceiling Plan
Living Room in One Bedroom Apartment
Aerial View
This one bedroom apartment allows Brandon to have his own space while still being close enough to walk to work and his friends.
Basement Level Floor Plan with Fire Walls
