The present research addresses the convergences that occur during the collaboration between a fashion firm and an architectural studio. In a contemporary context where a cross-cutting relationship between FASHION - ARCHITECTURE is assumed, the role of the architectural studio behind the spatial characterization of fashion is explored as a permeable agent that is no longer merely a transmitter of the collection's DNA to the space. It fulfills a transformative effect on its image. We no longer speak of a service but of a collaboration. As a theoretical-material basis, codes and common dialectics perceptible to both disciplines in shared creative processes are evaluated.
For the detailed study of the FIRM-STUDIO correlation, the tandem of Demna Gvasalia, current creative director of Balenciaga, and Andrea Faraguna and Niklas Bildstein Zaar, founders of Sub Studio, is analyzed. Thus, all works carried out during the Gvasalia era of Balenciaga from 2017 to the present are examined.
As a methodology, the analysis and taxonomy of the runways and retail by SUB Studio for Balenciaga, under Demna's creative direction, are proposed through the collection and materialspatial interpretation of these works. This establishes parameters that allow for their classification for a better understanding of this hybrid and the positive contamination between both disciplines.
(ETSAM_ DESIGN ATELIER 8)
Heaven on Earth
(FW.22)
The project is located in Fort San Pedro in Iloilo City, Philippines. Due to its geographical condition, it is subjected to a progressive reduction of its coastline due to the rising sea level, which is assumed as an analytical and project base condition.
The project is executed in phases of action (new flooded areas) in response to the need to accommodate new enclaves. As a logistical and structural support, the complex is organized along a backbone previously equipped with a port access endowment as well as basic services for the users.
Due to the climatic conditions of the site over time, a protocol is established by which the materials are replaced by others with better mechanical performance, which will be transported by a belt placed on the backbone. In this phase of onsite replacement, a system of cranes is proposed to the various groups of buildings that not only ensures this maintenance, but also provides the user with a unique tour of the buildings.
This post-analytical and programmatic drift results in a developing memory chip preserves the social value and material efficiency of Iloilo's landmarks, where the inevitable material deterioration is probed through a study of their lifespan and a conglomeration of innovative materials and those in a state of progressive deterioration.
(POLITO_ DESIGN ATELIER 7)
Natura interludio
(SS.22)
_scenario: in the ancient Chinese city of Chengxiang, an analysis of the evolution of green areas over the past decades is conducted, and the current residual landscapes are determined. These wastelands become potential scenarios for intervention protocols, therefore a clasification of these spaces by the grade of third landscape. The plots of land with irreversible antropogenic actions (colapse_ grade 1) are considered a priority.
_characters: distant from the Antropocene, diverse species with a complementary use of the territory promote the enhancement of biodiversity in the scenario.
_ phase 01: analysis of spatial perception of each character and the interactions between them_ analogies with human activities on a secondary level.
_ phase 02: The intervention is proposed through a series of artifacts at varying scales, revolving around the activity of indigenous flora (seed bank and and insects. Concurrently, actions are undertaken to clean the physical environment: water treatment and CO2 attractors.
_ phase 03 (RE-start): Lastly and in order to promote the endurance of the protocol, these sets of artifacts will be displayed in the urban scale to ensure that non-human agents can colonize correlative enclaves to find " our new living landscapes". A tour of bioclimatic conditioning mechanisms for the third landscape.
Shibaura House
(SS.23)
Shibaura, a vibrant and cosmopolitan urban enclave in the heart of Tokyo Bay, Japan. Situated on a small corner lot of approximately 1000m2 stands one of the landmarks of modern architecture, the office building designed by Kazuyo Sejima.
The 30-meter-high volume consists of 7 floors and stands out for its geometric complexity and the characteristic interplay of volumes typical of the architect.
Based on its design in steel and concrete slabs, it was decided to implement a structure of solid C24 wooden pillars and CLT slabs. Additionally, the foundation is preserved against seismic activity due to the decision to maintain the location of the building. In addition to these decisions, thanks to the characteristics provided by CLT, the stair and elevator core will also be constructed with this material. As changes to the original geometry of the building, it is proposed to raise the facade to cover the original facilities, thus incorporating an additional floor. In this way, they will not be perceived from the exterior. Due to the change in wooden structure, the steel bracing elements are replaced by tension rods with the same function.
Originally, the building has a glass facade which is replaced by ETFE. This maintains the permeability of the building to receive natural light, creating a bright and pleasant environment for users.
SECCIÓN CONSTRUCTIVA
SALA CONGRESOS SALA REUNIONES OFICINAS TALLERES CULTURA CAFETERIA
ARQUITECTA: KAZUYO SEJIMA
3 Chome-15-4 Shibaura, Minato City, Tokyo 108-0023, Japón
