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Basic Section of Spaces

2011-12-07T13:28:00.000-05:00

Schematic Design - Beginning Stages

2011-12-05T20:02:00.000-05:00

This is the original schematic design for the conference center hotel. The 3rd, 7th and 11th floors are angled to be parallel to the angled side of the lot to compliment the site.

Study Models / PARTI

2011-12-05T17:24:00.000-05:00

Using the basic idea of a conference table I tried to explore possibilities in the abstract form the table and the people around the table take. This became too literal and I had to explore deeper.

I then tried taking the geometric shape from the conference table and tried working with them within the triangular space of the lot to try and resemble an abstract table.

My final attempt to explore the idea of the conference table was to focus on the roles of the people. In most situations there is a central figure, whether a boss, manager or speaker and everyone else is focused upon them, as depicted in this attempt.

When I think conference center, I think of a meeting place. My next exploration is with the ancient meeting place of the tepee and the pyramidal shape. First I started with the basic pyramidal shape (left & right) with one corner missing along with one side/face. This helped me gain an understanding of the space usage and lighting/shadows. I continued this exploration with abstracting this shape into thinner elements that still portrayed the same image (as shown below). The rules in creating this study model was that each stick had to touch the ground/surface, had to connect to a central point/node and had to be in contact with two other sticks. With this study, the abstract tepee, I was able to better understand the effect the light/shadows had on the object.

This next study model is based on the same concept as the last study model but without any specific rules and with a paper mesh material to better understand the effect of the light on the object .

Going back to the idea of the tepee where all the stick members met at a central node at the top got me to think of this meeting place as a central point from other points, like a vortex. So, in this study model I created a central axis with metal wire coming from several exterior points to wrap around the central axis.

This last idea of having a central axis was my inspiration for having geometrical members stacked on each other and having them rotate via a central axis of rotation.

The idea of trying to fit a rectangular shape within a triangle and still maximize space was my new challenge. This is why I had chosen this study model to be my PARTI for this project.

Bubble Diagram

2011-10-17T16:14:00.000-04:00

Pictured above is a Bubble Diagram depicting how the spaces relate to each other within the hotel/conference center.

On the lower portion is the more public and service areas. The upper portion shows a diagram that relates to the purpose of the building.

Matrix of Spaces

2011-10-17T14:32:00.000-04:00

Zoning for Manhattan Site

2011-10-12T13:18:00.000-04:00

Below is a detailed Zoning Analysis of the Manhattan Site

SOHO Site Analysis

2011-10-12T13:16:00.000-04:00

The following link is a site analysis for the Manhattan (which is the site I will be using)

http://manhattan-group.blogspot.com/2011/10/manhattan-site-analysis.html

Concept Board

2011-10-12T12:24:00.000-04:00

Research - Stage 2 (cont.)

2011-09-12T00:39:00.026-04:00

The Panoramic Hotel at Karnala in Mumbai, India was original a design that won in an invited competition. It is a spiral looking hotel designed by a Mumbai firm called Planet 3 Studio Architecture Pvt. Ltd. The spiral design creates an out-of-the-box symmetry that compliments the environment very well. The entrance to this building is from the south into the lobby. From the lobby, the administration area is to the left and to the right is a lounge area. There is a lounge area at the entrance to each hallway of rooms. Each room has horizontal louvers to help against the heat of the sun while still allowing natural light into each room and the complex. Some of the louvers light up at night creating a floating lantern appeal. Each room also has a private balcony with a personal view to the abundant green surroundings to form a local bird sanctuary. On the main floor along with the lobby and lounges are restaurants, spa, health club, cafe and a large pool, all located within the central core of the building. Throughout the hotel, there are 4 sets of spiral staircases to the lower level where there is another level of rooms with more basic amenities, while the upper/main level is composed of suites.
Unfortunately, the local building codes limit the construction to just the ground and first floors.

For more detailed information an layouts of floors and rooms, visit: http://www.blog.jts.vr.it/?cat=3&paged=11, http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=610337&page=4

Research - Stage 2

2011-09-09T16:45:00.011-04:00

The New York Marriott Marquis in located in the heart of Times Square facing Broadway, its back against 8th Avenue and sits between 45th Street and 46th Street. The entrance to the hotel is either on Broadway through the shops or the sides by the car entrance and exit (on 45th and 46th Streets), also know as the porte cochere. After reaching the valet service desk there are entrances on both sides where you can take an elevator to the mezzanine level or circumvent around to the programmed glass elevators, where you type in your floor destination and the keypad tells you what elevator to go to and that elevator will stop on that floor. The first floor is the entry floor along with information. Next is the mezzanine which has a concourse which faces Broadway. After reaching the valet service desk there are entrances on both sides where you can take an elevator to the mezzanine level or circumvent around to the programmed glass elevators, where you type in your floor destination and the keypad tells you what elevator to go to and that elevator will stop on that floor. The first floor is the entry floor along with information.

As you escalate through the building you pass the lower floors which house the conference rooms and ballrooms. Then you reach the 8th floor whichserves as the main lobby for the hotel. The higher you go up in levels, the building sets back more and more.

The lower floors have more basic rooms and the higher floors have better rooms, like the deluxe and presidential suites, with better views. On each side is a massing that gives a symmetrical look to the building. Between a combination of the slanted skylights on the front of the building and the top skylight, these mechanisms create much needed natural light throughout the building. The glass elevators along with the state-of-the-art fitness center (pictured below) both open up the space within the hotel and make the hotel look more modern.

For more detailed information an layouts of floors and rooms, visit: http://www.emarketing360.com/Marriott/ny/NYMM/planner/index.html

The Vdara Resort Hotel & Spa located at one end of the Vegas strip in the City Center complex in Las Vegas, Nevada is the newest completed hotel at that location. Even though it is located in Las Vegas on the strip it does not have a casino attached as part of the hotel. The partial floor plan (below), shows the main entrance along which the tree sculpture in the lobby. Beyond that are the registration desk with a walkway to a pre-function area. From this pre-function area, you can access multiple areas. Some of these areas are the registration desks for the conference rooms, an executive boardroom, the business center, IT area and the grand ballroom. This area services multiple uses all year round from conferences to conventions to private parties.

On the lower part of the floor plan, which is cut off leads to the main towers and hotel part of the resort. The first floor serves as a welcoming area while the rest serves as a residence. The towers are made up of 3 curved elements compliment each other in symmetry, with the middle one being the tallest at 57 stories high. The elevators are located in the center of the middle structure with each floor having a similar layout.Each typical floor has 34 rooms with 17 rooms facing the south side while the remainder 17 rooms face the north side. All rooms have floor to ceiling windows which showcase great views. Every room at Vdara is a suite ranging from their deluxe suite, 582 sq. ft., to the two floor penthouse. With everything considered this is just a nice luxury hotel with only one restaurant, one bar and a small coffee cart with no poker tables, casino games, smoking lounges or Michelin-rated restaurants.

For more information visit: http://vdara.com/ , http://www.vegascondoscene.com/vdara-condo-hotel-citycenter-las-vegas/ ,http://www.lasvegascondohighrise.com/vdara

Stage 1 - Research (Basics) - Edited

2011-09-09T15:03:00.000-04:00

Which building typology am I researching?
      The building typology that I will be researching is a hotel.

Why am I researching this building typology?
   I have always wanted to create a building on a larger scale than residential homes. one that is distinct, modern and unique. A building that people will gaze at and be awful over. The reason for choosing a hotel is both practical for my life goals and it also allows me to show my design skill at a large scale.

What is the specialty of this building type that I would like to research? (i.e. museum for dance, school for digital media . . .)
There is one specific building type that I would like to research having never designed it and always having a passion to design. This building type is a modern hotel which also serves as a conference center which a few dining halls.

What are the examples that I will be researching? . . . list the examples, location, and architect (10 examples)
1. Arabela Hotel in Amman, Jordan ... architect???
2. Marriott Marquis in New York City, NY, designed by architect John Portman
3. Helix Hotel in Abu Dhabi, UAE designed by Leeser Architecture (for a competition)
4. Jumeirah Glasgow Hotel in Glasgow, Scotland by Ian Simpson Architects
5. Tanzanian Hotel in Tanzania, Africa by WOW Architects
6. Contemporary East Hotel in Hong Kong by CL3 Architects
7. Panoramic in Mumbai, India by Planet 3 Studios Architeture
8. Loisium Hotel in Langenlois, Austria by Steven Holl Architects
9. Axis Viana Business & Spa Hotel in Portugal by Jorge Albuquerque of VHM
10. Vdara Resort Hotel & Spa in City Center, Las Vegas the exterior designed by Rafael Vinoly of RV Architecture; the Interior planning, architecture and design was by BBGM's New York office under Tony Machado's lead; and the AOR (Architect of Record) is Leo A. Daly of Lamberto Smigliani as Project Manager and Hamilton Anderson Associates was the AOR of interior guest rooms.

What are my goals for working with this building type?
   My goals for using these typologies is not only to get a better understanding of these types but to also understand their uses and roles in a project. Also to see how the different spaces integrate with each other.

What are the program elements that I see included at this point in my building? (this may evolve more once research is done)
lobby, front desk/reception, administrator offices, kitchen, bell service/luggage area, gift shops/convenience stores, rooms (regular, deluxe, suites, multi-room suites, penthouse, etc.), conference rooms (multiple sizes), dining halls, bathrooms per floor, ice room with refreshments per floor of hotel guests, mezzanine, cafeteria/buffet/dinning room, elevators/stairs, business center, balcony as needed

Research - Stage 1 (Basics)

2011-09-07T00:35:00.001-04:00

Which building typology am I researching?
      The building typology that I will be researching is both Green and Modernism.

Why am I researching this building typology?
   I am researching these types due to my interest with them and since that seems to be the direction in which this field is headed towards. Green architecture is interesting in how it allows the inner workings of a building, something static, and creates something that becomes dynamic through the sustainability, reusable and renewable energy. Modernism is the style and sophistication of a building along with its appearance and how it portrays itself to the world and its viewers.

What is the specialty of this building type that I would like to research? (i.e. museum for dance, school for digital media . . .)
There is one specific building type that I would like to research having never designed it and always having a passion to design. This building type is a modern hotel which also serves as a conference center which a few dining halls.

What are the examples that I will be researching? . . . list the examples, location, and architect (10 examples)
1. Arabela Hotel in Amman, Jordan ... architect???
2. Marriott Marquis in New York City, NY, designed by architect John Portman
3. Helix Hotel in Abu Dhabi, UAE designed by Leeser Architecture (for a competition)
4. Jumeirah Glasgow Hotel in Glasgow, Scotland by Ian Simpson Architects
5. Tanzanian Hotel in Tanzania, Africa by WOW Architects
6. Contemporary East Hotel in Hong Kong by CL3 Architects
7. Panoramic in Mumbai, India by Planet 3 Studios Architeture
8. Loisium Hotel in Langenlois, Austria by Steven Holl Architects
9. Axis Viana Business & Spa Hotel in Portugal by Jorge Albuquerque of VHM
10. Vdara Resort Hotel & Spa in City Center, Las Vegas the exterior designed by Rafael Vinoly of RV Architecture; the Interior planning, architecture and design was by BBGM's New York office under Tony Machado's lead; and the AOR (Architect of Record) is Leo A. Daly of Lamberto Smigliani as Project Manager and Hamilton Anderson Associates was the AOR of interior guest rooms.

What are my goals for working with this building type?
   My goals for using these typologies is not only to get a better understanding of these types but to also understand their uses and roles in a project.

What are the program elements that I see included at this point in my building? (this may evolve more once research is done)
lobby, front desk/reception, administrator offices, kitchen, bell service/luggage area, gift shops/convenience stores, rooms (regular, deluxe, suites, multi-room suites, penthouse, etc.), conference rooms (multiple sizes), dining halls, bathrooms per floor, ice room with refreshments per floor of hotel guests, mezzanine, cafeteria/buffet/dinning room, elevators/stairs