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Monday 27 June 2011
Friday 24 June 2011
THE FUTURE OF UC??!!! Competition Entry by Silvester Fuller.
Silvester Fuller
Our competition entry for the University of Canberra Heartland Competition was developed in collaboration with Matthew Gribben Architecture and ARUP.
The proposal aims to capitalise on the unique qualities presented by the University of Canberra, it’s location, both politically and environmentally. There exists an opportunity to consolidate the existing heartland campus and profit from the outlying campus. In concert, this twin strategy develops a specific identity to differentiate the university from other Australian Universities.
The campus heart is enlivened by the installation of a new concourse infrastructure – a new focal point, a beating heart. The outlying campus is reserved for advanced research into green technologies, positioning the university with industry and government in sustainable leadership. In this scheme no existing buildings require demolition, significant trees are to be retained as is the primary campus infrastructure. The existing concourse buildings become the back drop for the theatre of the concourse.
Parallel to the vibrant restructured concourse a new ring circulation system is proposed. In addition to providing a legible entry sequence and address for future buildings, the ring is a containing device that promotes consolidation of the campus heart by limiting sprawl. It incorporates services infrastructure to support a carbon neutral campus. The potential for integration between research and development, academia and public administration places the University as a true leader and pioneer for the sustainable growth of Australia.
Our competition entry for the University of Canberra Heartland Competition was developed in collaboration with Matthew Gribben Architecture and ARUP.
The proposal aims to capitalise on the unique qualities presented by the University of Canberra, it’s location, both politically and environmentally. There exists an opportunity to consolidate the existing heartland campus and profit from the outlying campus. In concert, this twin strategy develops a specific identity to differentiate the university from other Australian Universities.
The campus heart is enlivened by the installation of a new concourse infrastructure – a new focal point, a beating heart. The outlying campus is reserved for advanced research into green technologies, positioning the university with industry and government in sustainable leadership. In this scheme no existing buildings require demolition, significant trees are to be retained as is the primary campus infrastructure. The existing concourse buildings become the back drop for the theatre of the concourse.
Parallel to the vibrant restructured concourse a new ring circulation system is proposed. In addition to providing a legible entry sequence and address for future buildings, the ring is a containing device that promotes consolidation of the campus heart by limiting sprawl. It incorporates services infrastructure to support a carbon neutral campus. The potential for integration between research and development, academia and public administration places the University as a true leader and pioneer for the sustainable growth of Australia.
VIDEO: Craftsmanship.
PROFESSIONal from VITA BREVIS FILMS on Vimeo.
PROFESSIONal by Vita Brevis Films -
In this short-form profile, VitaBrevisFilms interviews Neil Youngberg for the beginning exploration of our "Professional" series. Shot on location in Neil's metal fabrication shop, the 3rd generation craftsman gives a sincere overview of his life's work, dispensing hard-worn wisdom while illuminating the sobering realities of the role private business plays in an ever changing economic landscape. A deeply personal project for all involved, this on-going series seeks to shed-light on forgotten trades and practices in an evolving America.
Weekly Links #1
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The Psychology of Architecture - The comments are very interesting as well, especially Gregory Lent's.
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Venice in Retrospect - A look at the Venice Architecture Biennale in 2010.
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Parametricism and the Autopoiesis of Architecture - Lecture by Patrik Schumacher at SCI-Arc, California 2010.
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The Ascension of Peter Zumthor - NYTimes article on Peter Zumthor, March 2011.
The Psychology of Architecture - The comments are very interesting as well, especially Gregory Lent's.
2
Venice in Retrospect - A look at the Venice Architecture Biennale in 2010.
3
Parametricism and the Autopoiesis of Architecture - Lecture by Patrik Schumacher at SCI-Arc, California 2010.
4
The Ascension of Peter Zumthor - NYTimes article on Peter Zumthor, March 2011.
Monday 13 June 2011
VIDEO: FORA tv Frank Gehry
On cost of building, client - architect relationship, a message to young architects and questions.
BOOK REVIEW: Constructing Architecture by Andrea Deplazes
Andrea Deplazes of ETH Zurich created this book to teach how an architect can construct a building. The German translation of the title is Baukunst, this means the art of construction.
All I can say is: BRILLIANT
***** [this book received 5/5 stars]
Buy it on AMAZON
Ignacio Azpiazu said
"Andrea Deplazes, the editor and author or co-author of many of the articles, teaches at the Zurich ETH (and I would guess the same must be true for the authors of most of the other articles), which for well over a hundred years has been one of the few true schools of architecture in the world. The book glows with the power of this accumulated knowledge developed in a true academic environment since the times of Semper. It also gives a glimpse at how the ETH consistently produces first class ordinary architecture, and for that matter first class extraordinary architecture too."
All I can say is: BRILLIANT
***** [this book received 5/5 stars]
Buy it on AMAZON
Ignacio Azpiazu said
"Andrea Deplazes, the editor and author or co-author of many of the articles, teaches at the Zurich ETH (and I would guess the same must be true for the authors of most of the other articles), which for well over a hundred years has been one of the few true schools of architecture in the world. The book glows with the power of this accumulated knowledge developed in a true academic environment since the times of Semper. It also gives a glimpse at how the ETH consistently produces first class ordinary architecture, and for that matter first class extraordinary architecture too."
VIDEO: Joshua Prince-Ramus of REX
Joshua Prince-Ramus talks about how architects can take back control and create ingenious solutions.
Daily Post #1 ~ Ikimono architects: Airy house
More at Designboom! Thanks!
japanese practice ikimono architects has created 'airy house', a multi-purpose building located in gunma, japan. part-cafe, part-residence, the structure features a distinct architectural language that looks to seemingly merge the internal volume with the exterior environment.
two modest and industrial forms compose the overall structure, their rectilinear bodies placed perpendicular to eachother. treated independently of one another, the units each contain a specific, contrasting program - one private, one public - and unique arrangement of space and materiality.
japanese practice ikimono architects has created 'airy house', a multi-purpose building located in gunma, japan. part-cafe, part-residence, the structure features a distinct architectural language that looks to seemingly merge the internal volume with the exterior environment.
two modest and industrial forms compose the overall structure, their rectilinear bodies placed perpendicular to eachother. treated independently of one another, the units each contain a specific, contrasting program - one private, one public - and unique arrangement of space and materiality.
Saturday 11 June 2011
The NEW format of this BLOG.
To make this blog more accessible there will be:
-A DAILY (or every second [or third, fourth, fifth] day) post (thanks to the inspiration of A Daily Dose of Architecture):
This is so the blog will not overload you with information!!
-A WEEKLY post of LINKS:
Consisting of news, theory, art and architecture articles.
- THE NEW FAVOURITE POST:
An architect/firm whose work I really admire.
- A BOOK review:
A book I am reading or have read. Or something I have found that is a MUST read!
- And if I feel something is missing to this list, I will add later!
Charles
-A DAILY (or every second [or third, fourth, fifth] day) post (thanks to the inspiration of A Daily Dose of Architecture):
This is so the blog will not overload you with information!!
-A WEEKLY post of LINKS:
Consisting of news, theory, art and architecture articles.
- THE NEW FAVOURITE POST:
An architect/firm whose work I really admire.
- A BOOK review:
A book I am reading or have read. Or something I have found that is a MUST read!
- And if I feel something is missing to this list, I will add later!
Charles
New Favourites: AMUNT. architekten martenson und nagel·theissen
Here are some excellent architects who bring together sustainable buildings and techniques with wonderful design.
AMUNT
AMUNT
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| Fried Cafe |
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| Fried Cafe |
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| JustK House, zero energy house |
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| JustK House, zero energy house |
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