An Equitable Housing Utopia by D.Respress, Assoc. AIA

AN EQUITABLE HOUSING UTOPIA

SUBTITLE: UNPACKING SOCIAL BARRIERS WITHIN ARCHITECTURE

BY DONALD D. RESPRESS, JR., ASSOC. AIA DEGREE TO BE AWARDED: MASTERS OF ARCHITECTURE BOSTON ARCHITECTURAL COLLEGE GRADUATION CLASS: DECEMBER 20, 2019 DATE OF FINAL REVIEW: NOVEMBER 18, 2019 THESIS/DEGREE ADVISOR: SUSAN TWOMEY, AIA NAME OF DESIGN CRITICS: KEIRSTEIN DEEGAN, AIA, MICHAEL MCGOWAN, AIA, & MEGHAN RICHARD ,DONALD D. RESPRESS, JR., M. ARCH STUDENT ,SUSAN TWOMEY, AIA, THESIS ADVISOR ,IAN TABERNER, AIA, DIRECTOR OF MASTERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S THESIS 3

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BIOGRAPHY

BIOGRAPHY The BAC has afforded me the opportunity of studying this very precious discipline of architecture. Since the outset of my education, architecture has always been close to my heart, and now those dreams of becoming an architect, are coming into fruition. Why pursue architecture? In June of 2016, my life was turned upside down when my thirteen year old son was placed on dialysis. I began to question life, and my purpose in it. It was a blessing that I was able to donate my kidney in order to save his life. I made a vow to myself, that if we made it out of surgery, I would finally step away from my comfortable corporate job and pursue architecture. My son (SIMEON), architecture and the BAC has forever changed my life.

Employer: Studio G Architects, Jamaica Plain, MA Site: https://studiogarchitects.com/people LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donald-draxton-respress-jr-mba-bsee-4a00b7140/ Affiliations: AIAS, Assoc. AIA

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Moving forward, I want to help others and make an impact on the built environment now. I am humbly thankful to be receiving quality education here at the BAC.

AN INTRODUCTION

An architecture that promotes equality, health and wellness, and promotes social change and connectivity; this is social architecture. Using that definition as a basis, my project will focus on the related domino effect of unpacking an array of issues within the housing environment while mitigating social barriers. By improving the housing environment, making it equitable and sustainable for all, a Utopian housing situation will grow that promotes the kinds of connectivity that architecture and the housing industry have been attempting to achieve for years. This project explores reforms intended to: improve housing policy, enlarge the housing typology selections, and promote health and wellness via the well-established principals of transit-oriented development.

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INSPIRATION IMAGE:

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Equality...â&#x20AC;?

Source render by Donald D. Respress, Jr.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. Biography. 2. An Introduction. 3. Table of Contents. 4. Preliminary Review. 5. Schematic Review. 6. Final Review. 7. Project Conclusions. 8. Original Thesis Proposal. - Summary - Abstract - Statement - Methods of Inquiry + Terms of Criticism - Performance Programming - Health and Wellness - Case Studies - Annotated Bibliography - Constructed Argument and Building Systems Integration - Models, Drawings and Sketches - Site, Context and Situational Analysis - Visualize the Program/Scheduled Approach - Thesis Presentation Panels 9. Thesis Client Advisor. 10. Schedule of Requirements.

PRELIMINARY REVIEW PROJECT ASPIRATIONS My project aims at addressing the related domino effects of mitigating social barriers and unpacking an array of issues within the housing environment. By improving and making the housing environment equitable and sustainable for all, this will derive a housing Utopian situation and promotes the kinds of connectivity that architecture and the housing industry have been failing for years. This project will create reform, improve housing policy, enlarge the housing typology selections, and promotes health and wellness via transit-oriented positioning. An architecture that promotes equality, health and wellness, and promotes social change/connectivity; this is social architecture.

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CONCEPTUAL IDEATION

SOCIAL ARCHITECTURE: ADDRESSES POLICY, HOUSING TYPOLOGY AND TRANSIT

PRELIMINARY REVIEW CASE STUDIES Renaissance Square, Baltimore, MD | Partnership Strategies 65 Workforce Housing Units + 50 Market-Rate Units

NATURAL LIGHTING

Case Study: NYC New Affordable Housing Design Guide | Typologies Massing & Respectful with Scale + A Different Affordable Housing Form

MASSING

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Case Study: Highland Park, Northbrook, IL | Design Solutions Transit-oriented, Sustainable and Inclusionary Zoning

CIRCULATION TO USE

PRELIMINARY REVIEW PROGRAM - INITIAL

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STACKING DIAGRAM

PARKING RETAIL/LOBBY 10

OFFICE SPACE

RESIDENTIAL

PRELIMINARY REVIEW PROPOSED SITE - INITIAL

NORTH LECHMERE STATION (EAST CAMBRIDGE) GREEN LINE

BUS

ST. 2ND S T.

3RD ST .

RIDGE

TRAIN

CAMB

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MAP SOURCE: (2019, Feb.4) https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lechmere/ TARGET SOURCE: (2019, Feb.4) https://www.target.com/sl/somerville/1441 K-ENDALL SQAURE SOURCE: (2019, Feb.4) https://courbanize.com/projects/kendall-sq-urban-renewal/information BUNKER HILL SOURCE: (2019, Feb. 4) https://www.bhcc.edu/ MUSEUM OF SCIENCE: (2019, Feb.4) https://www.mos.org/

BIKE

PEDESTRIAN

PRELIMINARY REVIEW SUSTAINABILITY GOALS

- Supports the AIA Living Building Challenge - A Well-Tight Insulated Building Envelope - High Performance Building Systems - Passive Strategies, i.e., Improved Air Quality - Optimize Site “GREEN BUILDING DESIGN: GREEN BUILDING PRACTICES AIM TO REDUCE THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF BUILDINGS.”

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GREEN BUILDING DESIGN INSPIRATION

SOURCE: (2019, Dec.4) https://www.sahahomes.org/green-building

PRELIMINARY REVIEW MASSING I

SITE PLAN

THE APPROACH

SW VIEW

MASSING 2

WEST LOOKING EAST

THE APPROACH

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SITE PLAN

IN CLOSING... 1. Addressing Policy. Typology. Transportation. 2. Lock in SD/DD building design and site plan. 3. Develop project schedule.

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UPCOMING: Page 4. Schematic Review. 16

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NOTE: IN THIS SECTION, THE CRUX OF THE PROJECT IN ESTABLISHING A SET OF DESIGN RULES TO PROVIDE GOVERNANCE AND ORDER IS INTRODUCED.

SCHEMATIC REVIEW SITE: CLARENDON HILL (SOMERVILLE HOUSING AUTHORITY) ZONING REQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: RB RESIDENCE B FAR: 2.0 - 3.0, max

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SITE: CLARENDON HILL | WEST SOMERVILLE | 96.4K SF

OPEN SPACE

TRANSIT

FITNESS

CHURCHES

DAYCARES

HOSPITALS

TRAFFIC - 8AM

TRAFFIC - 12PM

TRAFFIC - 6PM

NOTE: PREVIOUS REVIEW CONFIRMED DATA COLLECTION WAS WARRANTED ACROSS TWO SITES AND WAS USED IN EVALUATING SITE/CONTEXT CONDITIONS AND CONSIDERED FOR FURTHER PROGRAM. 16

MAP SOURCE: (2019, Sept.23) https://www.google.com/maps/place/Somerville+Housing+Authority/

SCHEMATIC REVIEW SITE: NORTH LECHMERE STA. (EAST CAMBRIDGE) ZONING REQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S: PUD-A: RETAIL, OFFICE AND RESIDENTIAL FAR: 2.0 - 3.0, MAX

TRANSIT

FITNESS

CHURCHES

DAYCARES

HOSPITALS

TRAFFIC - 8AM

TRAFFIC - 12PM

TRAFFIC - 6PM

OPEN SPACE

NOTE: PREVIOUS REVIEW CONFIRMED DATA COLLECTION WAS WARRANTED ACROSS TWO SITES AND WAS USED IN EVALUATING SITE/CONTEXT CONDITIONS AND CONSIDERED FOR FURTHER PROGRAM. MAP SOURCE: (2019, Feb.4) https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lechmere/

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SITE: NORTH LECHMERE STATION | EAST CAMBRIDGE | 46.4K SF

SCHEMATIC REVIEW THE DATA SET HIGHLIGHTED THE FOLLOWING EXISTING CONDITIONS

NOTE: THE RESULTS GENERATED CONFIRMED THE NORTH LECHMERE STA SITE AS THE FAVORITE. MOVING FORWARD, DESIGN THINKING CONSIDERED WHICH TYPE OF PROGRAM/SITE IMPROVEMENTS TO BE MADE IN ORDER TO REACH A NORTH LECHMERE STA STANDARD.

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NOTE: THE TWO SITES WERE SELECTED TO SHOW A DETAILED SITE CONTEXT COMPARISON, WHEREAS THE LECHMERE STA SITE WAS CONSIDERED A GOLD STANDARD VERSUS THE CLARENDON HILL SITE.

SCHEMATIC REVIEW SUSTAINABILITY GOALS

SOLAR: 57.5K SF GREEN ROOF: 7.7K SF SOLAR: 9.1K SF GREEN ROOF: 24.3K SF GREEN ROOF: 7.8K SF MEP: TBD OTHER STRATEGIES: - PASSIVE HEATING & COOLING - PERMEABLE PAVERS - WATER MANAGEMENT

CLARENDON HILL | SOMERVILLE, MA

N LECHMERE STA. | EAST CAMBRIDGE, MA

NOTE:THESE GOALS WERE SELECTED NOT LIMITED TO GREEN BUILDING DESIGN BENEFITS AS HIGHIGHTED ON PAGE 12, THESE GOALS, IN THEORY WILL PRODUCE AND RETURN SAVINGS ON VARIOUS BILLS (WITH THE HELP OF PASSIVE HVAC) TO THE RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITIY. BOTH SITES HAVE THE POTENTIAL TO OPTIMIZE SOLAR OREIENTATION. 19

OTHER STRATEGIES: - PASSIVE HEATING & COOLING - PERMEABLE PAVERS - WATER MANAGEMENT

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GREEN ROOF: 1.7K SF GREEN ROOF: 4.3K SF SOLAR: 9.1K SF MEP: TBD

SCHEMATIC REVIEW INTRODUCTION OF CLARENDON HILL MASSING

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THE APPROACH

EAST LOOKING WEST

WEST LOOKING EAST

SCHEMATIC REVIEW PROGRAM - INITIAL

PARKING

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STACKING DIAGRAM

SCHEMATIC REVIEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR DEVELOPMENT Inclusionary Development Policy Zone Designations Based on Median Value per Square Foot of Living Area for Condos, One-, Two-, and Three-Family Homes, FY13-FY15

Charlestown East Boston West End

North End

Beacon Hill Downtown

Allston

Back Bay Brighton

Chinatown

Fenway

South Boston Waterfront

South End

LMA

South Boston Mission Hill

Harbor Islands Roxbury

Jamaica Plain

Dorchester

West Roxbury

Roslindale Mattapan

Hyde Park

Inclusionary Development Policy Zone Designations Neighborhood Median Value Falls Into: A

Top Third of Citywide Values

Middle Third of Citywide Values

Bottom Third of Citywide Values

One Half Mile Radius Area

Waterfront Parcels Designated as Zone A Data Source: DND/The Warren Group, Assessing Department, MassDEP. Document Path: T:\DCGIS_Administration\CITYWIDE\IDP_InclusDevPolicy\Neighb Prop Sales\Neighb_Sales_DesignationC.mxd

SOURCE: (2019, Sept. 16) http://www.bostonplans.org/documents/testing-documents/affordable-housing/inclusionary-development-policy-zone-designations

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A. CREATE NEW POLICY: EX: MASS HOUSE CARE ACT (EXPAND ZONE COVERAGE) - MAKE HOUSING AFFORDABLE FOR ALL; SIMILAR TO HEALTH COVERAGE - CEASE LANDLORDS FROM PRICING EXISTING TENANTS OUT OF HOMES

B. IMPROVE FRAMEWORK: INCLUSIONARY ZONING + DEVELOPMENT

- CREATE A POINT SYSTEM FOR DEVELOPERS/BUILDERS FOR ACHIEVING GREEN DESIGN (EX: LEED, ETC.) - INCENTIVES FOR DEVELOPERS IN CREATING HOUSING MIX (EX: 60% AFFORDABLE VS. 40% MKT RATE) - STATE INCENTIVES FOR NEW PUBLIC TRANSIT ONCE DENSITY IS ADDED OR DESIRED FOR SITE

C. CREATE FRAMEWORK: DESIGN RULES + REQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S

- BE CREATIVE WITH RESPECT TO MASSING AND SCALE - DESIGN WITH THE NEIGHBORHOOD/TOWN IN MIND - CREATE FRAMEWORK FOR PARTICIPATORY ARCHI TECTURE - AFFORDABLE HOUSING CANNOT APPEAR TO LOOK AS SUCH - ARCHITECTS/DEVELOPERS TO INCORPORATE GREEN BUILDING DESIGN IN ORDER TO BE SELECTED FOR 22 NEW BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

SCHEMATIC REVIEW END STATE VISION

SOURCE: (2019, Nov.18) https://theblackdetour. com/two-studies-show-finding-affordable-housingfor-black-people-can-be-challenging/

SOURCE: (2019, Nov.18) https://bayareamonitor.org/article/agencies-accelerate-efforts-to-build-transit-oriented-development/

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Finalize Bldg. Massings

Derive Framework – Incl. Zoning Derive Framework – Design Reqs

TBD – Further Deliverables

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Derive Framework – New Policy

NOTE: THE FINAL REVIEW WILL EXPLAIN CONCLUSIONS AND MODIFICATIONS TO SCOPE OF WORK. 23

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NOTE: THIS SECTION HIGHLIGHTS HOW THE DESIGN RULES INFLUENCE THE ARCHITECTURE, PROGRAM AND COLLABORATIVE SPACES.

FINAL REVIEW PROJECT ASPIRATIONS - REVISED My project aims at mitigating social barriers and unpacking an array of issues within the housing environment, which has been failing society for years. This requires repositioning and adherence to a set of design rules and standards for housing. Implementation will frame the program for green design, massing/form and directs us in responding to the site need and conditions. This project creates reform by improve housing policy, enlarges the housing typology selections, and promotes health and wellness via transit-oriented positioning. An architecture that promotes equality, health and wellness, and promotes social change/connectivity; this is social architecture. INSPIRATION IMAGES

SOURCE: (2019, Nov. 4) https://www.theguardian.com/cities/2018/oct/23/nowhere-for-people-to-go-who-will-survive-the-gentrification-ofatlanta

SOURCE: (2019, Sept. 16) http://www.gmhousingaction.com/bad-housing-leads-to-bad-health/

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SOURCE: (2019, Nov. 4) https://www.twincities. com/2019/08/19/democratic-u-s-sen-elizabeth-warren-woos

SOURCE:(2019, Nov. 4) https://www.archdaily. com/870685/ad-classics-pruitt-igoe-housing-project-minoru-yamasaki-st-louis-usa-modernism

SOCIAL ARCHITECTURE ADDRESSES HOUSING POLICY, HOUSING TYPOLOGY AND TRANSIT.

FINAL REVIEW RESHAPING, VISIONING & POSITIONING

1. HOUSING FORM SHOULD MODERATELY REPRESENT EXISTING FABRIC OF CURRENT HOUSING DEVELOPMENT. 2. HOUSING FORM SHALL NOT REPRESENT CURRENT TRADITIONAL MODERNISM AF FORDABLE HOUSING VIA FORM (REGARDING MASSING/SCALE AND MATERIALITY). 3. DESIGN INTENTIONS SHOULD CONSIDER CLOSE PROXIMITY TO LOCAL TRANSIT (IF DENSITY OF > 2.0 FAR WILL ALLOW FOR DEVELOPERS/ARCHITECTS TO APPLY FOR NEW/ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR CONSTRUCTION/DESIGN, TRANSIT SYSTEMS AND SER VICES). 4. DESIGN TO INCLUDE QUALITY SERVING RETAIL SPACES SERVICING IMMEDIATE DEVEL OPMENT AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITY. 5. DESIGN TO INCLUDE INCLUSIVE COLLABORATIVE SPACES, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR (COMMUNITY GARDENS, COMMUNITY CENTERS, FARMERS MARKETS, EXHIBITS, ETC.) 6. DESIGN TO FOSTER ACTIVE SPACES (CAN BE IN SUPPORT OF LBC, LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE, AIA); COURTYARDS, SANDBOXES, ACTIVE BLOCKS, COURTS, AND PRO MOTES HEALTHY LIFESTYLE. 7. DESIGN TO INCLUSIVE SPACES WHERE TENANTS CAN PRODUCE AND GROW VEGETA TION AND PRODUCE. 8. DESIGN TO BE MEASURED ON A SUSTAINABILITY POINT SYSTEM. SCORES OVER ABC EXAMPLE: 300 PTS) WILL ALLOW FOR DEVELOPERS TO APPLY FOR FEDERAL/STATE LEVEL FUNDING TOWARDS DESIGN PER THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS HOUSING ACT. DESIGN TO INCLUDE OPTIONS OF SOLAR, GREEN DESIGN, WATER RETENTION AND REUSE, COMPOST, ETC. 9. DESIGN TO INCLUDE SURFACE AND/OR UNDERGROUND PARKING (20-30%). 10. DESIGN TO INCLUDE VARYING UNITS OF MULTI-FAMILY UNITS (60% AFFORDABLE & 40% MARKET-RATE). IF ACHIEVED, DEVELOPERS/ARCHITECTS CAN APPLY FOR NEW/ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR CONSTRUCTION/DESIGN, TRANSIT SYSTEMS AND SER VICES. 11. DESIGN TO INCLUDE INTERIOR COLLABORATIVE SPACES SUCH AS BREAKOUT ROOMS IN CORRIDORS, KITCHENETTES, LOUNGES, MEDIA CENTERS, OR COMMONS/PODS. 12. DESIGN TO FOSTER LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS. 13. DESIGN SHOULD OPTIMIZE NATURAL LIGHTING AND VIEWS. 14. DESIGN TO SHOULD INCREASE DENSITY AND REDUCE AS MUCH OF THE CARBON FOOTPRINT WHERE APPLICABLE.

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DRIVEN BY RULES AND STANDARDS

NOTE: FOLLOWING THE SCHEMATIC REVIEW, IT WAS NOTED THAT THE PROJECT NEEDED GOVERNANCE AND STANDARDIZATION DRIVEN BY A SET OF DESIGN RULES. 27

FINAL REVIEW PROGRAM REVISED ACCORDING TO DESIGN REQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S

DIAGRAMS HIGHLIGHT INCLUSIVE INTERIOR SPACES THROUGH COMMONS PODS, BREAKOUT ROOMS. INTENT ALLOWS PASSERSBY TO SLOW DOWN AND ENGAGE WITH OTHER RESIDENTS. RE: 1-2 BEDROOMS

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DIAGRAMS HIGHLIGHT INCLUSIVE INTERIOR SPACES THROUGH COMMONS PODS, BREAKOUT ROOMS. INTENT ALLOWS PASSERSBY TO SLOW DOWN AND ENGAGE WITH OTHER RESIDENTS. RE:3-4 BEDROOMS

SUPPORTS DESIGN RULES #1 & #2 28

FINAL REVIEW

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PROGRAM REVISED ACCORDING TO DESIGN REQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S

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FINAL REVIEW

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GROUND LEVEL PROGRAM

FINAL REVIEW GROUND LEVEL PROGRAM

LOCAL COFFEE/CAFE

farmers market

COMMUNITY CENTER PUBLIC ARTS EXHIBIT SITE CIRCULATION

SUPPORTS DESIGN RULES #4 - #14 NOTE: PROGRAM ELEMENTS PROVIDES CONNECTIVITY TO RESIDENTS, PUBLIC AND FOSTERS COMMUNITY AND COLLABORATION.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

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LOCAL RETAIL SPACE 2

FINAL REVIEW SECTIONAL DIAGRAM 2 BR 850SF 4 BR 1250SF 3 BR 1000SF

SUPPORTS DESIGN RULES #4 - #14

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LONGITUDINAL SECTION

FINAL REVIEW

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SUPPORTS DESIGN RULES #1 & #2

FINAL REVIEW PROGRAM - TYP. BEDROOMS

SUPPORTS DESIGN RULES #4 - #14

LEVELS 3 - 5 4 BR 1250SF

LEVEL 6

LEVEL 7

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LEVELS 3 - 5 2/3 BR 800 - 1000SF

LEVELS 3 - 5 34 1 BR/STUDIO 650-750SF

FINAL REVIEW ADDRESSING TRANSIT CLARENDON HILL SITE RED-LINE EXT. (MBTA) PARKING

PROPOSING NEW RED-LINE EXTENSION SUPPORTS DESIGN RULES #3 & #9

SUSTAINABILITY GOALS

SOLAR 98.8K SF | 150 PTS

NOTE: POINT SYSTEM TO BE LEVERAGED AND FRAMES THE QFD (QUALITY FUNCTION DEPLOYMENT) METHODOLOGY. THIS ALLOWS FOR ELEMENTS TO BE WEIGHTED WHICH CALCULATES A TOTAL SCORE, AGREED UPON BY A LARGER COMMITTEE. SOURCE: (2019, DEC.6) https://asq.org/quality-resources/ qfd-quality-function-deployment.

GREEN ROOF 115.2K SF | 150 PTS PERMEABLE PAVERS | 50 PTS

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EX: 350 PTS

SUPPORTS DESIGN RULES #8 & #14

FINAL REVIEW INCLUSIVE SPACES

SUPPORTS DESIGN RULES #7 & #11

COVERED BALCONY SPACES OPTIMIZES VIEWS TO MAIN STREETSCAPE AND FOSTERS COMMUNITY.

COVERED BALCONY SPACES OPTIMIZES VIEWS INTO COURTYARD AND FOSTERS COMMUNITY.

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COVERED JULIET BALCONY SPACES OPTIMIZES VIEW, AFFORDS RESIDENTS A NICE AREA (EX:40 SF) FOR PLANTING AND PRIVACY.

FINAL REVIEW

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INCLUSIVE SPACES

FINAL REVIEW INCLUSIVE SPACES

SUPPORTS DESIGN RULES #6 - #13

COMMONS AREA FOSTERS COMMUNITY AND ENGAGEMENT.

SUPPORTS DESIGN RULES #6 - #13

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GRAND STAIRCASE PROVIDES A SENSE OF PRIDE AND INDOOR/OUTDOOR CONNECTIVITY.

FINAL REVIEW INCLUSIVE SPACES

SUPPORTS DESIGN RULES #6 - #13

SPACES FOSTERS COMMUNITY, ENGAGEMENT AND INDOOR/OUTDOOR CONNECTIVITY.

SUPPORTS DESIGN RULES #6 - #13

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ACTIVE COURTYARD FOSTER COMMUNITY, PUBLIC/PRIVATE CONNECTIONS TO LARGER COMMUNITY.

FINAL REVIEW RECOMMENDATIONS + NEXT STEPS Inclusionary Development Policy Zone Designations Based on Median Value per Square Foot of Living Area for Condos, One-, Two-, and Three-Family Homes, FY13-FY15

Charlestown East Boston West End

North End

Beacon Hill Downtown

Allston

Back Bay Brighton

Chinatown

Fenway

South Boston Waterfront

South End

LMA

South Boston Mission Hill

Harbor Islands Roxbury

Jamaica Plain

Dorchester

West Roxbury

Roslindale Mattapan

Hyde Park

Inclusionary Development Policy Zone Designations Neighborhood Median Value Falls Into: A

Top Third of Citywide Values

Middle Third of Citywide Values

Bottom Third of Citywide Values

One Half Mile Radius Area

SOURCE: (2019, Sept. 16) http://www.bostonplans.org/documents/testing-documents/affordable-housing/inclusionary-development-policy-zone-designations

A. IMPLEMENT DESIGN REQUIREMENTS (RULES)

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- LEVERAGE PROCESS RIGOR ACROSS THE COMMON WEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS - ENFORCE PROPOSED POLICY REFORM

---------------------------------------------------------------------TO BE DEVELOPED / NOT IN SCOPE B. EXPAND ZONING COVERAGE / REPOSITION HOUSING POLICY

- MAKE HOUSING AFFORDABLE FOR ALL; SIMILAR TO HEALTH COVERAGE - CEASE LANDLORDS FROM PRICING EXISTING TENANTS OUT OF HOMES

C. IMPROVE FRAMEWORK: INCLUSIONARY ZONING + DEVELOPMENT

- CREATE A POINT SYSTEM FOR DEVELOPERS/BUILDERS FOR ACHIEVING GREEN DESIGN (EX: LEED, ETC.) - INCENTIVES FOR DEVELOPERS IN CREATING HOUSING MIX (EX: 60% AFFORDABLE VS. 40% MKT RATE) 40 - STATE INCENTIVES FOR NEW PUBLIC TRANSIT ONCE DENSITY IS ADDED OR DESIRED FOR SITE

PROJECT CONCLUSION THE DESIGN RULES ARE THE DRIVING FORCE FOR ENSURING GOVERNANCE AND AN OVERALL STRUCTURED PROCESS.

PRELIMINARY REVIEW - SCOPE WAS TOO LARGE - NEEDED FURTHER SITE/CONTEXT LEVEL INVESTIGATION

SCHEMATIC REVIEW - LACKED TRANSIT DEVELOPMENT - LACKED A SET OF DESIGN RULES - SCOPE WAS TOO LARGE - BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF SITE DATA COLLECTION

THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING THE DESIGN RULES IS TO PROVIDE ORDER, BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, FOR THESE SET OF RULES TO SERVE AS AN ENABLER FOR THE COMMUNITY BY RESPONDING TO THE SITE, AND FRAMING THE PROGRAM AND SHAPING THE ARCHITECTURE.

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FINAL REVIEW - SCALED DOWN SCOPE TO DEVELOP DESIGN RULES, WHICH IS THE DRIVING FORCE FOR GENERATING PROGRAM AND DESIGN - ALLOWED SITE ANALYSIS AND DESIGN RULES TO ESTABLISH PROGRAM

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NOTE: THIS SECTION HIGHLIGHTS THE INITIAL PROJECT ASPIRATIONS.

THESIS SUMMARY This thesis is about equitable housing utopia and its necessity for the betterment of the world around us and the need for buy in from community, city leaders, and developers in order to provide opportunities for inclusion regarding housing that will support health and wellness, equality, and social change. The purpose is to highlight the current challenges faced by the disadvantaged, due to inadequate housing policies, transportation / commute times, displacement into undesired typologies in order to motivate change and drive a sense of responsibility as architects to use our platform and how we design the communities around us to make the housing environment equitable and sustainable for all. When needs are met around policies, transportation, and better housing opportunities, that is when architecture positively affects our social aptitude driving self-empowerment for all.

THESIS PROPOSAL| SUMMARY

INSPIRATION IMAGE:

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dismal Housing Typologyâ&#x20AC;?

Source sketch by Donald D. Respress, Jr.

THESIS ABSTRACT The research within this thesis proposal uncovers the many issues and the divide related to our current housing crisis. These issues are related to housing policies or lack of housing policies, inadequate transit and dictated housing typologies. My aim is to create a housing Utopian environment, that creates better housing opportunities, no matter race or income levels. Although income levels have a role, the current situation in Boston and across the United States, many residents are priced out. Our housing policies are inadequate and provide no real help, and often times the disadvantage are dictated into undesired housing typologies, which further complicates accessibility and daily commutes. So how do we achieve this housing utopia? In the following pages, several case studies are referenced, which highlights the importance of building relationships. Fostering relationships in communities, businesses, and with political officials are needed in order to begin to mitigate the aforementioned issues around our housing crisis. This is social architecture. Social architecture is when needs are met around policy, transit and equitable typologies. This is where architecture directly affects us socially, either negatively or positively.

THESIS PROPOSAL | ABSTRACT

My thesis continues to highlight proven case studies where partnership strategies have worked, and provides a solution, with a site proposed as a transit-oriented community. This potential site is located at the North Lechmere Station in East Cambridge, MA. In this proposal, I present to you, â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Equitable Housing Utopia.â&#x20AC;?

THESIS STATEMENT Why is an equitable housing Utopian environment important? It is important because people/inhabitants matter and fairness should be a common language in any housing environment. The alternative is continuing to perpetuate the social barriers within architecture. Relative to Boston, MA and many other cities around the world, many residents are priced out, which is a starting point for inducing this divide. As a result, the lack of housing policy applies unwanted pressure, and many of the disadvantaged are dictated into undesired housing typologies. In addition, after an abrupt displacement, the access to transportation is further complicated. This induces an insurmountable stress on the mind and body, which affects our overall health and wellness. This is a powerful domino effect that affects us all and our families. Consider this, a single mother whose total daily commute is 4hrs (2hrs to work and another 2hrs back home), after working an eight to ten-hour shift, would she really have time for anyone else? The domino effect in this scenario will start with the stress and wear on the mother, which can ultimately lead to health issues for her. For her children, inadequate engagement from their mother can lead to several developmental issues including misbehavior in school, low self-esteem, educational under performance, lack of social development, the list goes on... Housing should not be viewed as a race between the haves and the have nots, but rather using architecture as the catalyst for breaking down the barriers within architecture. An equitable housing environment requires more credence and begins with reevaluating the existing housing policies. Cities needs to re-establish order, as it relates to housing opportunities. Irregardless of pay, a person should have similar access to purchase equitable homes, goods and services. It is time to put an end to social barriers within architecture and make better use of the profession, by reshaping the way we think and live.

THESIS PROPOSAL| STATEMENT

INSPIRATION IMAGE:

â&#x20AC;&#x153;A New Day Is Dawningâ&#x20AC;?

Source render by Donald D. Respress, Jr.

THESIS PROPOSAL | CONTENT

UPCOMING: Page 4. Methods of Inquiry + Terms of Criticism. 7 5. Performance Programming. 8 6. Health and Wellness. 9

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METHODS OF INQUIRY + TERMS OF CRITICISM METHODS OF INQUIRY: 1. Proper use of examining US consensus and local MA data, in order to better understand root cause. 2. Research includes highlights from case studies that relate to social, health and well-being populations. 3. State wide data shows the relationships to race and income median levels that directly affect home ownership. 4. Use data from existing policy as a means for understanding the historical land contracts. 5. Use mapping techniques for understand access to goods and services.

THESIS PROPOSAL| METHODS OF INQUIRY + CRITICISM

TERMS OF CRITICISMS: 1. Does the project really unveil the systemic issues as it relates structure and lack of Housing policy? 2. Does the project address social, health and wellness? 3. Does the project promote social equality, diversity and housing fairness for all? 4. In order to reach project success, does the project address housing reform and is it site specific?

PERFORMANCE PROGRAMMING The emotional aspects of my project affect us all, aspects around housing policy or lack of, which dictates typology selection and comfort, and directly negatively affects our transit positioning and incurs cost on those affected. Moreover, underutilizes nearby public spaces in the most intended way. This is a perpetual domino effect that has needed some dire attention. The aim of my project is to use architecture as a means for creating fairness for all. This fairness starts with rewriting and improving the current housing regulations and policies. This will bring about appropriate reform and much needed structure. I’ve researched several successful case studies on how various developments were able to work with local communities and derived some creative financing strategies. As an example, some of these strategies consist of selling or renting 60-80 percent of the AMI (area median income). My project will allow the disadvantage, generally those who live in more dense, low to medium income level areas, the same opportunities of upscale areas. By doing so, this will begin to reshape the minds and social aptitudes of those affected. As a result, self-esteem will be improved, and a sense of establishment will be achieved. I imagine my project to allow for various affordable housing typologies, welcoming all income levels, inclusive of market-rate, renting and or for sale units. Relative to transportation, my project will be positioned as a transit-oriented housing community, whereby increasing access to and from the city and access to work; mitigating several changeovers for transportation. This will allow residents to save more money to be able to do other meaningful things, spend more time at home with family, improves kids’ social skills because parents get home at a decent time versus later. These are some examples of how providing ease for transportation affects so many areas of our lives, and most importantly, is time gained and not lost due to inadequate transportation.

INSPIRATION IMAGE:

THESIS PROPOSAL | PERFORMANCE PROGRAMMING

The last portion of my project to be improved better use for the public spaces around the new housing community. Currently, public spaces around the country support are consumed with the less fortunate, and often deters others from using the public spaces for its intended use or program. These public spaces are being run-down and often presented as an eye sore instead of a celebration to the local community. My belief, by offering sustainable architecture, people will begin to improve socially, ease of traveling will improve due to better access to transit, and public spaces can be enjoyed better as a result.

“Access to Goods and Services”

Source render by Donald D. Respress, Jr.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS Health and wellness is suffering because of the mental strain of not having an adequate sustainable home, due to varying life issues, which is driven largely be lack of housing policy and lack of finances. This wear and tear have a serious effect on a person’s attitude and self-esteem, and ultimately, no sense of accomplishment. In addition, this domino effect also reaches our home life, whether its reducing family time, relationships with children/family and can create unfavorable situations for work. The effects health and wellness also touch upon the topic of transportation. If more communities are transit-oriented, this would offset some stress and strain, because traveling commutes would be improved. The improvement would be a result of more opportunities for public transit, improved proximity and better travel times, increased sidewalks/bike lanes, and ultimately reducing the number of added route stops. This would also be a cost save as well, because residents would not need as much funds for various means of travel and returns peace of mind and structure back into the home. I see my thesis really addressing the issues through a what I call, Social Architecture as the driving force for fighting housing inequality and promoting civic fairness for all.

THESIS PROPOSAL| HEALTH & WELLNESS

INSPIRATION IMAGE:

“Peace of Mind” 50

SOURCE: (2019, Feb. 4) https://www.christushealth.org/shreveport-bossier/services-treatments/primary-care/issac-palmer

THESIS PROPOSAL | CONTENT

UPCOMING: Page 7. Case Studies. 11 Sanchez, Thomas & Breman, Marc (2007). The Right to Transportation. Subtitle: Moving to Equity. Sprague, Joan Forrester (1991). More than Housing. Subtitle: Lifeboats for Women and Children. Warner, Sam Bass (1972). The Urban Wilderness. Subtitle: A History of The American City. Chmiel Architects (1997). Designing with Social Architecture in Mind. Richard Rosan & Theodore Thoerig (2005). Housing Americas Workforce: Baltimore City, Highland, IL and New York City.

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CASE STUDY Case Study: Renaissance Square, Baltimore, MD | Partnership Strategies (2005) 65 Workforce Housing Units + 50 Market-Rate Units This case study touts the Renaissance Square as a 17-acre, 115-unit residential development offering 65 workforce housing units and 50 market-rate units in the Essex-Middle River community of Baltimore, MD. The developers used a piece of land that fell into decline following several years post World War II. Years later, the site was consumed with crime, and lack of housing for the county’s workforce, and as you can imagine, the community has been responding vehemently in considering any new proposals for development. How do you move forward in establishing a relationship here? In 2004, the county sold the land to the former owner of Kingsley Park Apartments, the US Dept of Housing and HUD. AS a result, they joined forces and presented a case to the county of Baltimore, with deed restrictions that would require any new development to serve a mix of varying income levels. It’s this type of policy or process that’s needed in order to move the dial forward when getting buy in and everyone energized about the project. Buy-in is so imperative for a project to even kickoff and for getting a whole community excited. Given the tensions in years prior, the developers hired a planning team to work alongside the community in servicing all their needs. As a result, the following were introduced: - - -

65 units reserved for households in six income categories, ranging from 60 to 115 percent of the AMI (area median income) The county donated the land and contributed $4.1M for cost of infrastructure As the units sold, funds were used to provide buyers with forgivable silent mortgages

THESIS PROPOSAL| CASE STUDY

These above are just a few of the good things when parties can work together, provide creative financing solutions, and better integrate low-to-moderate income households. These practices are smart solutions, that no doubt, require a level head in working with tough communities, but further strengthens and develops the character of those communities through an inclusive process.

MASSING SOURCE: (2019, Feb. 4) https://www.neighborhoods. com/renaissance-square-baltimore-md

CASE STUDY Case Study: NYC New Affordable Housing Design Guide | Typologies (2014) Massing & Respectful with Scale + A Different Affordable Housing Form This case study addresses the negative stigma that we have in the United States and various parts of the world as it relates to the type of housing typologies associated with public housing. Most often, aesthetically we think of these types of housing typologies as big box buildings and very unpleasing to the eye. The City of New York’s American Institute of Architects chapter took a bold stance by kicking off the idea of Designing a better New York and providing a more quality focused affordable housing program. This position took place just six months after Mayor De Blasio sparked an initiative to build 300k affordable homes. Along with this, came about a new policy that directed designers in adhering to the following criteria: - - - - - - -

Be creative with massing and respectful with scale Design with the neighborhood in mind by integrating absent services Don’t make affordable housing look like affordable housing Structural innovation can overcome a difficult site for the benefit of the residents A green building is more than just about sustainability Design won’t solve everything Different cities and countries need their own design solutions

THESIS PROPOSAL | CASE STUDY

These are great steps at reconfiguring one plans for a better more equal affordable housing policy. This really speaks to drawing back to an even playing field whereas more matter the hardships, housing and how one feels about housing, should be comfortable and accommodating for all. This also includes better materials and sustainable efforts, as this type of philosophy plays perfectly as it relates to my project in using architecture in breaking these various barriers that affect us socially.

NATURAL LIGHTING SOURCE: (2019, Feb. 4) https://www.archdaily. com/894973/7-lessons-from-new-yorks-new-affordablehousing-design-guide

CASE STUDY Case Study: Highland Park, Northbrook, IL | Design Solutions (2005) Transit-oriented, Sustainable and Inclusionary Zoning This case study is regarding a new housing development project in Illinois and touches on several topics, such as transit, sustainability, taxes, and a diversity. In addition, partnership strategies, financing/ regulatory, design solutions and community shared in lessons learned. Regarding policy, terms such as inclusionary zoning were introduced for an upscale city in Illinois (Highland Park). The project adhered to the following criteria: For every (6) units, there is a requirement to have at least one affordable housing unit. For the developer, as an incentive, the project gets a bonus if adopted. As I begin to construct my arguments for my project, I see this logic as something that can be leveraged. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to create a process by which allows opportunity for one to gain and be considered equal amongst others. By doing so, this fuels self-esteem and complete confidence to the owner or potential owner. Moreover, this approach should be noted as a win-win; a win for the developer to think outside the finances and consider others, meanwhile, receive a tax break from the state. Lastly, for the potential owner/renter, by feeling proud about where you live, and the hope of living in an upscale residential area. This transit-oriented project did a good job of addressing the needs of all by placing the development right across the street from the metro-line. By doing so, this provided residents ease into the city for work and business, in a relatively good fashion, and mitigated residents from using multiple traveling means. Additionally, sidewalks were introduced to the site. By offering these types of design solutions, allows residents to save money, and promotes peace of mind.

THESIS PROPOSAL| CASE STUDY

Relative to sustainability, geo-thermal HVAC was implemented and permeable pavers (see site plan below) introduced to the site in support of some green features. Anytime we can make sustainability stick and last, as designers, we have the potential in making the world a better place. Moving forward, taxes were 1 and .75 percent of the assessed value; another impressive item to note, several units were sold at 80% of the area-median income level. This promotes a winning attitude for those who arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t winning enough. Lastly, the out of the mix of market and affordable units, the area was very diverse. As an example, the project housed a teacher with small children, two divorced parent families, and another who works in the local community.

SOURCE: (2019, Feb. 4) https://www.zillow. com/homedetails/540-Hyacinth-Pl-Highland-Park-IL-60035/111477450_zpid/

CIRCULATION TO USE

THESIS PROPOSAL | CONTENT

UPCOMING: Page 8. Annotated Bibliography. 16 9. Constructed Argument and Building Systems Integration. 17 10. Models, Drawings and Sketches. 18

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ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY Sanchez, Thomas & Breman, Marc (2007). The Right to Transportation. Subtitle: Moving to Equity. The authors address the following points to address the inequitable effects of transportation polices on minorities. Issues around, spatial mismatch, transportation policies, gentrification, access to Education, and transportation policies and health effects. Does transportation affect the lives of minority, low-income, elderly, and physically disabled citizens? The answer is yes. These are tough issues for which I agree needs to be addressed and it starts with establishing policy. This book is a guide to transportation fairness. It explains the demographic trends, historical events, and current policies that have shaped the transportation in the United States and offers recommendations for moving to equity. As I continue to investigate, this logic can be leveraged within my project.

Warner, Sam Bass (1972). The Urban Wilderness. Subtitle: A History of The American City. In this read, the author expresses himself very candidly on the following: the tradition of white racism and the differential rewards of capitalism. Whether you believe it or not, it’s a problem and something that has been achieved behind the scenes for quite some time. The former poisons every neighborhood and institutions, meanwhile, the latter segregates the city into clusters of families of similar class attainment and delivers the power and destiny of the modes of urban growth into the hands of the well-to-do. This is something that needs to be addressed, worldwide. These are systemic issues that affect us all and something that I plan to combat with in my project. Purchasing power, control of political, economic, and social institutions of the city were further elaborated. Moreover, how upper income groups have always controlled and still do control the allocation of the city’s resources and the determination of its patterns of development. No one should be even remotely proud of this, and we should respond vehemently, in solidarity. Sam believes the cure for this social illness rests upon a public willingness to give the highest priority to the commonplace values of everyday life.

THESIS PROPOSAL| ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY

Sprague, Joan Forrester (1991). More than Housing. Subtitle: Lifeboats for Women and Children. The author poses a question, “what is permanent housing?” Joan further explains this to be defined as having a place to live and being able to stay for as long as anyone wishes. As a result, and I agree can foster self-determination, dignity, and self-esteem. The book addresses the fact that more affordable housing is needed and highlights the fact that affordable housing does not address systemic issues. Affordable housing does not foster self-empowerment and self-suffi ciency for those who have little to no confidence nor marketable skills. I believe when the com munity can be able to afford to pay their bills, and important ones, such as rent or mortgage; it’s a sense of accomplishment. Self-help programs, life stabilization, emergency housing, transitional housing and identity were expressed further. This is another candidate for establishing better policy in giving others a chance at what we previously said, “The American Dream.”

CONSTRUCTED ARGUMENT / BUILDING TECH. My project will focus on being a transit-oriented community, which improves the health and wellness of residents. As I eluded to previously in my proposal, the affects on the mind and body can be very extensive following a long days work and rough commute home. By establishing a transit-oriented community, this allows residents fluidity and ease of access to good and services. The proposed site is located at the North Lechmere Station in East Cambridge, MA, so zoning requirements could be a potential constraint to manage through. I selected this site due to the vast selection of good and services, all while ease of transportation. Design for sustainability will be paramount throughout the project design phase. Sustainable features to include the following: geothermal heating and cooling, permeable pavers, high quality low maintenance materials (cladding, metal composite facades, etc.), Extensive vegetation/landscaping to promote shade, with a deciduous forest. Other features include, extensive daylighting with insulated glass, and completes itself with EnergyStar appliances. My structural will be comprised of concrete, glass and steel. I will be seeking the following consultants: MEP systems engineer, zoning/code and structural.

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THESIS PROPOSAL | CONSTRUCTED ARGUMENT + BUILDING TECH.

PROPOSED SITE: NORTH LECHMERE STATION (GREEN LINE), EAST CAMBRIDGE, MA

MODELS, DRAWINGS AND SKETCHES

BOTTOM SIDE OF MODEL: Highlights a Divide/Separation

TOP SIDE OF MODEL: Highlights a Equality

CONCEPTUAL EQUALITY DRAWING

ACCESSIBILITY DIVERSITY

THESIS PROPOSAL| MODELS, DRAWINGS & SKETCHES

SUSTAINABILITY (PAVERS)

SITE MASSING

CONCEPTUAL SKETCHES

THESIS PROPOSAL | CONTENT

UPCOMING: Page 11. Site, Context and Situational Analysis. 21 12. Visualize the Program/Scheduled Approach. 22 13. Thesis Presentation Panels. 23 14. Thesis Client Advisor. 25 15. Schedule of Requirements. 26

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SITE, CONTEXT & SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS

PROPOSED SITE: - North Lechmere Station, East Cambridge, MA - Public transportation (MBTA), trains/buses - Access to goods and services (20 + locations in 3 mi radius) - Easier routes to jobs within city limits - 46.4K, Gross Area SF - No foreseeable zoning issues

ALL MAP SOURCES: (2019, Feb.4) https://www.google.com/maps/place/Lechmere/

ZOOMED IN: - Adds density to area - Solar orientation optimal natural daylighting into site - Strong winds supports hot summer days - 5 min ETA to public transportation

ETA from Milton, MA to Financial District

VS.

THESIS PROPOSAL| SITE, CONTEXT & ANALYSIS

ETA from Proposed Site to Financial District

19 - 21 min, via Public Transportation

> 49 min, via Public Transportation

VISUALIZE THE PROGRAM/SCHED. APPROACH

PROGRAM DIAGRAM

CONTEXT: The extension of the North Lechmere Station (Green Line) is underway and places itself as a means of service to the city of East Cambridge, MA (Client). This location serves well as an opportunity for adding density in housing. Socially, this favors the diverse area and logic and presents as much goods and services as any other vibrant location. TYPE V Construction Type USERS: Vary/Wide Range; Public/Private and Common

THESIS PROPOSAL | VISUALIZE THE PROGRAM + SCHED. APPROACH

MIXED-USE: 25% Retail, 50% Housing, 10% Common, 15% Other

• Sanchez, Thomas & Breman, Marc (2007). The Right to Transportation. Subtitle: Moving to Equity. • Sprague, Joan Forrester (1991). More than Housing. Subtitle: Lifeboats for Women and Children. • Warner, Sam Bass (1972). The Urban Wilderness. Subtitle: A History of The American City. • Designing with Social Architecture in Mind (Chmiel Architects) • Housing Americas Workforce: Baltimore City and Highland IL

CASE STUDIES

• US Consensus Data • Economic • Social • Education • Government / Policy • Neighborhood mapping Homes purchased Cultural impact

METHODS OF INQUIRY

1. Does the project really unveil the systemic issues as it relates structure and lack of Housing policy? 2. Does the project address social, health and wellness? 3. Does the project promote social equality, diversity and housing fairness for all? 4. In order to reach project success, does the project address housing reform and is it site specific?

QUESTIONS OF CRITICISMS

Social architecture is comprised of several key delimiting factors that affect us socially. These factors span across policy, which often dictate the disadvantaged in the certain housing typologies, which ultimately displaces inhabitants and further complicates modes of transit. As of today, early data substantiates there is much more to gain socially, by improving and reducing inequality and achieving sustainability.

FRAMING A THESIS

THESIS PROPOSAL| PRESENTATION PANELS

sustainable for all, this will derive a housing Utopian situation and promotes the kinds of connectivity that architecture and the housing industry have been failing for years. This project will create reform, improve housing policy, enlarge the housing typology selections, and promotes health and wellness via transit-oriented positioning. An architecture that promotes equality, health and wellness, and promotes social change/connectivity; this is social architecture.

NATURAL LIGHTING

Case Study: Renaissance Square, Baltimore, MD | Partnership Strategies 65 Workforce Housing Units + 50 Market-Rate Units

INQUIRY

DATA ANALYSIS

CONCEPTUAL IDEATION

PROPOSED SITE

NORTH LECHMERE STATION (EAST CAMBRIDGE)

SOCIAL ARCHITECTURE: ADDRESSES POLICY, HOUSING TYPOLOGY AND TRANSIT

THESIS PRESENTATION PANELS

THESIS PROPOSAL | PRESENTATION PANELS

Warner, Sam Bass (1972). The Urban Wilderness. Subtitle: A History of The American City. In this read, the author expresses himself very candidly on the following: the tradition of white racism and the differential rewards of capitalism. This is something that needs to be address, worldwide. These are systemic issues that affect us all and something that I plan to combat with in my project. Purchasing power, control of political, economic, and social institutions of the city were further elaborated.

Sprague, Joan Forrester (1991). More than Housing. Subtitle: Lifeboats for Women and Children. Affordable housing does not foster self-empowerment and self-sufficiency for those who have little to no confidence nor marketable skills. I believe when the community can be able to afford to pay their bills, and important ones, such as rent or mortgage; it’s a sense of accomplishment.

Sanchez, Thomas & Breman, Marc (2007). The Right to Transportation. Subtitle: Moving to Equity. The authors address the following points to address the inequitable effects of transportation polices on minorities. Issues around, spatial mismatch, transportation policies, gentrification, access to Education, and transportation policies and health effects.

BIBLIOGRAPHY

PROGRAM

CIRCULATION TO USE

EQUALITY CONCEPT DWG

EQUALITY DRAWING

Case Study: Highland Park, Northbrook, IL | Design Solutions Transit-oriented, Sustainable and Inclusionary Zoning

MASSING

Case Study: NYC New Affordable Housing Design Guide | Typologies Massing & Respectful with Scale + A Different Affordable Housing Form

NATURAL LIGHTING

Case Study: Renaissance Square, Baltimore, MD | Partnership Strategies 65 Workforce Housing Units + 50 Market-Rate Units

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NORTH LECHMERE STATION (EAST CAMBRIDGE)

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CASE STUDIES

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• Social • Education • Government / Policy • Neighborhood mapping Homes purchased Cultural impact

PEDESTRIAN

THESIS PRESENTATION PANELS

THESIS CLIENT ADVISER OR REPRESENTATIVE

POTENTIAL: Ralph Jackson, FAIA Studio G Architects Representative

THESIS PROPOSAL| THESIS ADVISOR

*Under Evaluation

SCHEDULE OF REQUIREMENTS Begin to meet advisor over summer months Introductory Review Preliminary Review Schematic Review Design Development Review Final Review Final Book (Signed) Graduation

2 Sessions, by August 2019 First week of classes Third week of classes Fifth week of classes Ninth week of classes Thirteenth week of classes Fifteenth week of classes December 2019

THESIS PROPOSAL | REQUIREMENTS

Additionally, I plan to make a presentation of my research and project as a housing proposal to the State Senate House in the Fall 2019 semester.

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