ITERATION 1
Iteration 1 explores the concept of redirection through voids and openings. Despite maintaining an overall simple form, the specific elements and niches of the design demonstrate the idea of redirection the most clearly, through framing the view, interconnected spaces and surface texture which will intrigue the user.
Matrix
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The Matrix for Iteration 1 primarily focuses on using Point Attractors and Scaling to change the geometry in which the design will be subtracted out of. In the script, these parameters can be altered to change the size of openings and voids.
Key Features
Angled edges contribute to making the space more enclosed and confined - in a way this will promote more movement as the angles incline them not to be stationary for too long.
Creation of 4 voids which create their own threshold. These are connected by openings in the wall, but are generally enclosed. In order to go to the next void, the user to circulate around the exterior to go to the next space.
Subtracted geometry help to break up the mass canopy.
Large mass canopy which will block the light into the space. Limited permeability.
Smooth and curved interior creates a contrast with the hard structured exterior. This difference in texture as the user contribute in re directing the eye as they move from the interior to exterior.
View Analysis
A key feature of this fragment is it's ability to stimulate movement through redirection. This is done through multiple ways. Each space is connected to the other through an opening. As these are not large enough to comfortable pass through, one must go around to enter the next void. These opening also differ in size and shape, depending on the direction it is viewed. As such, this encourages an exploration of the structure through this illusion-like aspect.
Rotation 4
When viewing the fragment on another angle, the openings are now inverted triangle shaped.
Rotation 2
The size of openings has changed, one being smaller than the other.
Rotation 3
When viewing the fragment on an angle, the openings are triangle shaped. The curved overhangs also can frame the environment around it.
Rotation 1
The view is framed by squares when faced directly.
Limitations
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The canopy lacks permeability, allowing little light into the interior.
Some voids of the structure are very narrow and condensed. Angles, such as on the left are not that suitable for leaning against. When looking at the structure to suit a group of around 4 people, there needs to be greater room.
Precedent
The chosen boolean result was inspired by the precedent of House in a Plum Grove by Kazuyo Sejima. Similarily, the home contains many different sized and positioned openings within the internal walls where every space is interconnected. Within one room, one is able to see into the next, and I wanted to translate this concept into my structure, which differed by separated these rooms into 4 separate spaces.
