assignment 3.0 : design and development

Assignment 1.0 we began to research and analyze the participating teams in the 2011 Solar Decathlon ; assignment 2.0 allowed us to apply our discoveries to a single family residential dwelling. Our class used various means to utilize solar energy along with techniques of achieving energy efficiency. Assignment 3.0 gives us an opportunity to further develop 1 teammate's design. Following a design sherette of about 20 students we've decided on an architectural detail that will be built from the house. We have examined the structure as well as enhanced and reconstructed certain features....all without compromising the integrity of the original design. our slogan is: Tectonic Architecture : Design in Motion.

Concept:

Tectonic Architecture:
The focus of architecture as a constructional craft.

"The material, detail and structure of a building is an absolute condition. Architecture's potential is to deliver authentic meanings in what we see, touch and smell; the tectonic is ultimately central to what we feel... "
—Steven Holl, architect

for examples / INSPIRATION visit:
www.tectonic-design.com
www.techtonicmasonhousingdesign.com

photo credit

Here's a few suggestions for our bedroom from my eyes!

sketch up


podium SU





living / dining rooms




Getter better! I can't wait to take this into Photoshop!

I'm making my way to the lavatory! I enjoyed experimenting with the reflection in the mirror. Well, just started out as a simple rectangle that i added translucency to; then I applied 100% reflection using the podium materials editor.

Still need some final touches with Photoshop...for instance, green hair.

Fixed the hair....now where did the glare in the corner come from? She's just creepy, I'm getting rid of her!