Studio I

In Studio I, various skills and fundamental design principles are introduced, encompassing graphic observations, analysis and representations, the design process, architectural drawing and drafting, model building, and verbal communication. During this studio, White delved into the exploration of sounds within spaces to inform the design process, conducted perspective studies of an existing building with the addition of new design elements, created orthographic drawings emphasizing spatial order, and presented his inaugural design proposal for study pods to be implemented on campus.

Fall 2019

Wind Application

The acknowledgment of sounds within a space requires articulation and patience. For example, observing and listening to sounds inside or outside a building can define a mood or convey characteristics that a space embodies. The application of sounds from ongoing activities within spaces can now be utilized to inform design.

This approach to incorporating sounds into the design process originated from capturing sounds at a parking garage. This garage is a space with reflective sound and deep echoes due to the concrete materials and the expansive area it occupies. Nine distinct sounds were identified and translated into individual visual representations.

Upon analyzing these sounds, the sound of wind flowing through the parking garage was chosen for a more in-depth exploration of its meaning and potential design implications. Ultimately, a final textured design consisting of nine interconnected 3”x3” wood pieces was created. The large swirls within this wind application model represent the substantial gusts of wind entering the parking garage, while the bumpy texture across the model signifies the smaller gusts of wind.

Wind Inspired Design

Study Model

Final Wind Application Model

Parking Garage Sound Study

Perspective Studies

A perspective view involves visualizing a building or any object from a specific vantage point. In the initial perspective study, a location on campus was chosen to be observed and sketched in person to capture unique views. In the end, the goal was to propose a new design element that could enhance the space.

For this study, the top of the Design II building was selected. This area features flower beds, facades covered in glazing, and an outdoor space with views overlooking the campus green. After a thorough examination of the fundamentals and aspects of this area, a wooden pergola was envisioned to extend from one part of the building to the other. The pergola design not only adds intricate detail to the building's aesthetic but also offers opportunities for shading, benefiting the students on campus.

Design II Model with Pergola Addition

Exterior Perspective with Pergola Addition

Exterior Perspective of the Top of Design II Building

Initial Perspective Sketches

Spatial Order

Spatial order is crucial for architects and designers when communicating a design and its components. It is evident in the design itself and the production of drawings. Whether in orthographic drawings or three-dimensional representations, spatial order helps organize a clear and logical visual for the viewer.

In this exploration of spatial order, a 9”x9” cube model was created. The aim of this model was to be versatile, allowing observers to interpret it in various ways. Subsequently, orthographic, and three-dimensional hand drawings were generated to professionally showcase the design. Additionally, a structural model was crafted to comprehend the model’s structural components, and an exploded study was conducted to contemplate potential interior spaces within the model.

Exploded Axonometric

Structural Elements-Axonometric View

Axonometric View

First Level Plan

9"x9" Cube and Structural Model

Second Level Plan

Third Level Plan

Top View

Front View

Right View

Section A-A

Section B-B

Study Pods Part I

Every college student needs a dedicated place to study, so why not do it in a unique outdoor environment? For the final project in Studio I, the task was to design a series of ten study pods, providing students with an alternative and inspiring location for their studies on campus. The designated site is situated between Design I and the Engineering Lab on the Marietta Campus.

Two types of study structures, one small and one large, were crafted to cater to both individual and group study needs. These structures were then replicated, resulting in a total of ten study pod units within the designated area. The design concept draws inspiration from portable hammocks, commonly used by college students, also known as 'ENOs,' in easily set-up and take-down spaces like trees.

Unlike traditional hammocks, this study pod design incorporates various structural elements, offering flexibility in set-up and allowing students to study in different ways and positions under a covered space.