Over, Under, Around and Through

We've entered the initial diagramming and is headed to the schematic phase. We begin with the first floor spaces paying particular attention to the public circulation into and through the building, working out interior space configurations in concert with the parameters established by the original window openings and the column grid. Also address vertical circulation from the first floor down to the ground floor, up to the second floor, and out to the site including at least one accessible entrance.

To communicate the schematic designs for the first floor, we will prepare and present the following:

1. An overall plan for the first floor indicating additions of interior wall systems and doorways as well as window openings. This plan should be at 3/32” = 1’-0 “ scale.   It is important to show how your schematic design works in the context of the existing columns and windows. It is also important to be sure your design meets egress requirements. Assume for egress that the building is sprinklered and that the use is mixed use.
2. A vertical section cut across the first floor illustrating new walls, openings, and ceilings. This should be at 1/8” = 1”-0” scale and should be cut perpendicular to Redding Drive. (Across the 100’ width.)
3. Three perspective views illustrating two key spaces on the first floor and a typical public circulation pathway. Make the perspectives each large enough to fill an 11x17 sheet. Suggest light, color, and materials. Use the perspectives to illustrate your tactics for these spaces and the vocabulary of materials and features as they relate to the historic materials and features.