Karlee Brune

CASE STUDY HOUSE #29 WHERE MICRO MEETS MACRO

Karlee Brune

INTD5002_Senior Capstone Studio

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While working in Chicago at a high-end resid faced with looking at what the “new normal” time, we were receiving requests such as ad and thresholds, and even safe or panic room normal for an urban household would look urban residence owner’s do not have the lux modify spaces. But even after the pandemic, dweller have more longevity in their home? A of the city in search of more space. My missio with you rather than growing out of it. This p series of modular systems that allow the u

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At the start of the pandemic, we saw the home transform into an array of different spaces housing everyday activities such as the office, gym, school and more. While it’s not uncommon for homeowners in suburbia to be able to add or modify their spaces, urban dwellers do not have the luxury to do so. Even in a post-pandemic world, families should have the opportunity to allow their space to grow with them, rather than growing out of them...

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ONE BEDROOM: 800 SQ. FT. NON-FAMILY HOUSEHOLD FAMILY HOUSEHOLD

TWO BEDROOM: 1200 SQ. FT.

THREE BEDROOM: 1700 SQ. FT.

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As rules, regulations and people are constantly changing overtime, our environment in which we dwell must be able to accomodate for these changes. By implimenting a sleek and sophisticated interior that has the ability to be modified to the users needs, our homes can evolve with us and create a longevity of space.

Looking to the infamous Swiss Army Knife for inspiration, the design intent of concealing an abundance of functions and slowly revealing them one by one is something that this design will embody moving forward. Designed in 1886, Victorinox used the guiding principal, “Good design is when shape, function and ergonomics blend seamlessly together”.

Having a utilitarian object that is sleek and sophisticated from the outside but houses many tools is a clever invention, so why can’t the home be beautiful and house an abundance of functions as well?

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MKC Architecture Transforming Yacht Focuses on aesthetically pleasing ways to transform space and looking at form to guide the user through.

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The Quinta Monroy Housing Project Townhomes that are able to be added onto based on a change in financial status or family size.

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PROGRA Work A designated place to focus.

Whether you’re working from home or remote learning, the “work” environment will be a quiet, secluded space to go.

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Play An open and inviting space.

Made for entertaining guests or acting out daily activities and encourages gathering.

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Relax A place to unwind. Promotes lounging and all things chill.

A semi secluded to totally secluded space.

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MODIFICATIONS

CONCEPT: MULTIFUNCTIONAL, MODULAR WALL SYSTEM.

This design explores the concept of having a multifunctional wall system that is built in increments of two feet so that it can be outfitted to any interior space. By applying a textured material to the face of the wall system, it creates interest while also concealing the seams of the typical millwork items inside.

For this study, reeded bamboo was used as the surface material as it is economical and environmentally friendly.

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Although these wall systems are meant to fit any home, the Brunswick Commerce Lofts provided an ideal space to delpoy them. The industrial nature of the space allows for flexibility of the wall systems, giving tenants the option to customize them to their needs. By dividing each floor into multiple units, you obtain the cost of a smaller price per square foot while also being able to access all of the amentities that a suburban household can accomodate.

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APARTMENT 101 - 1,000 SQ FT. - INCLUDES WASHER AND DRYER IN UNIT - FLEXIBLE INDOOR TO OUTDOOR LIVING - GUEST SPACE ACCOMODATIONS

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Apertment 101’s application explores the study of using the wall as an integrated “spine”.

The reeded material creates a minimalistic but appealing aesthetic while concealing utilities.

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APARTMENT 102 - 875 SQ FT. - INCLUDES WASHER AND DRYER IN UNIT - FLEXIBLE INDOOR TO OUTDOOR LIVING - GUEST SPACE ACCOMODATIONS

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While apartment 102 also utilizes the “spine”, it studies how these wall systems could interact with each other. By creating a hinging mechanism, the wall system is able to divide spaces creating public and private zones.

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THANK YOU!

Karlee Brune

INTD5002_Senior Capstone Studio