Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
ASSIGNMENT 2: Mystery Play
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I continued with the four themes of my characters personality; Suppressing Obsessing Observing and Protecting.
Suppressing: The internal space is divided into three sections an open living space, bathroom/wet area and bedroom which is located 3 ‘floors’ below the ground The entire western façade comprised of glazing held together by a repetitive beam element, not dissimilar to a cage or bones. This is to represent the fragility of suppression. This façade is the main light source and constantly exposes those within the living environment. The wet area is located slightly off the main living space and provides a degree of privacy while the bedroom is located 3 levels below the ground. This represents the deep part of subconscious in which Elias retreats in the dark hours of the night and the struggle Elias must undergo each day to return to the real world.
Obsessing: To further develop the idea of obsessing I removed all the distractions [other spaces] leaving only the hallways. This emphasizes journey rather than habitation and clearly reflects the nature of obsession. Their design is a conglomeration of hallways that extend above, below and around the other structures. These halls also act as a link between two of the other three designs [Suppressing remains detached]. Several of the paths enclose spaces which house the facilities required for a functional living environment. The hallways are void of any furnishings and are rendered internally with a mirror-like substance to literally reflect the obsessive nature of the occupant and add a maze-like confusion to the halls.
Observing: In representing observing a tower seemed the most suitable choice, allowing unobstructed views over the surrounding area. Thin ribbon windows located at head height that envelope the frame and allow a constant view to the ‘outside’ world from any position in the structure. All glass is reflective to allow those inside to see out, but not those outside to see in, returning to the nature of the observer.
Protecting: The only part of the structure that is above ground is an external hall which acts as the spine of the structure, extending below the ground and dissecting the area below, creating three distinct areas in semi-open plan. However, very little natural light is allowed to enter the structure due to a required separation from the external world. It is secluded enough for Elias to undertake his often questionable methods of protection, without the inhibition others. This reflects that nothing will stand in the way of Elias’ pursuit of justice.
Technology and Nature:
TECHNOLOGY
Inside each structure there is room that contains a screen and on this screen is displayed a series of images transmitted from the town. Surveillance images. It is here that Elias controls the world around him, playing the hand of god. But whether this technology is used for good or evil is up to the user.
NATURE
The four pillars in each corner are memorial stones for each family member Elias has lost. They stand not only as a memorial to their deaths but as a reminder to the vengeance that Elias must undertake against all those who oppose justice. His life, his purpose, his nature
Suppressing: The internal space is divided into three sections an open living space, bathroom/wet area and bedroom which is located 3 ‘floors’ below the ground The entire western façade comprised of glazing held together by a repetitive beam element, not dissimilar to a cage or bones. This is to represent the fragility of suppression. This façade is the main light source and constantly exposes those within the living environment. The wet area is located slightly off the main living space and provides a degree of privacy while the bedroom is located 3 levels below the ground. This represents the deep part of subconscious in which Elias retreats in the dark hours of the night and the struggle Elias must undergo each day to return to the real world.
Obsessing: To further develop the idea of obsessing I removed all the distractions [other spaces] leaving only the hallways. This emphasizes journey rather than habitation and clearly reflects the nature of obsession. Their design is a conglomeration of hallways that extend above, below and around the other structures. These halls also act as a link between two of the other three designs [Suppressing remains detached]. Several of the paths enclose spaces which house the facilities required for a functional living environment. The hallways are void of any furnishings and are rendered internally with a mirror-like substance to literally reflect the obsessive nature of the occupant and add a maze-like confusion to the halls.
Observing: In representing observing a tower seemed the most suitable choice, allowing unobstructed views over the surrounding area. Thin ribbon windows located at head height that envelope the frame and allow a constant view to the ‘outside’ world from any position in the structure. All glass is reflective to allow those inside to see out, but not those outside to see in, returning to the nature of the observer.
Protecting: The only part of the structure that is above ground is an external hall which acts as the spine of the structure, extending below the ground and dissecting the area below, creating three distinct areas in semi-open plan. However, very little natural light is allowed to enter the structure due to a required separation from the external world. It is secluded enough for Elias to undertake his often questionable methods of protection, without the inhibition others. This reflects that nothing will stand in the way of Elias’ pursuit of justice.
Technology and Nature:
TECHNOLOGY
Inside each structure there is room that contains a screen and on this screen is displayed a series of images transmitted from the town. Surveillance images. It is here that Elias controls the world around him, playing the hand of god. But whether this technology is used for good or evil is up to the user.
NATURE
The four pillars in each corner are memorial stones for each family member Elias has lost. They stand not only as a memorial to their deaths but as a reminder to the vengeance that Elias must undertake against all those who oppose justice. His life, his purpose, his nature
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