Folio VOL. 1

Elan Ezra

Harari

(hebrew; noun m., 2nd): student of architecture, logic, devotion; sharpness; precision.

Traumatic Growth

Program: MUSEUM ANNEX.

Location: PITTSBURGH, PA

1 WARHOL

Several powerful softwares taught during this course, as aid in our conceptual design, created a motivation to adapt and explore any program necessary.

“My fascination with letting images repeat and repeat - or in film’s case ‘run on’ - manifests my belief that we spend much of our lives seeing without observing.”

–Andy Warhol.

OBJECT REPETITION THROUGH INTERSECTION & ROTATIONS

DE-FAMILIARIZATION

MATERIAL ARTICULATION

SURFACE ARTICULATION

Seeing without observing explains why we have ‘ordinary objects’. Through sight, our brains collect the details. This allows for classification of an object. Over a period of time, enough details and other general information is a gathered and stored, needing fewer details to recognize an object. Using repetition, Andy Warhol called attention to ordinary objects, transforming the cliche into icons.

Andy Warhol’s ‘Campbell Soup’ and ‘Coke Bottles’ are great examples of his ability to transform a mundane silhouettes into a timeless masterpieces.

This museum’s design plays on his principle of repetition translated in architectural elements, resulting in a landmark for Pittsburgh.

Surface articulation, derived from the physical model, creates capturing views, while simultaneously a logical placement of aperture. The WARHOL’s interior statement is out of the ordinary through the ordinary, much like Andy Warhol’s creations. The design originality is enhanced by the high levels of articulation protruding inward, refracting light.

LEVEL 2 GALLERY; INTERIOR VIEW FROM LEVEL 3

N. ELEVATION

S. ELEVATION

W. ELEVATION

E. ELEVATION

Program: ENTERTAINMENT VENUE

Location: NON-SPECIFIC

2 RIPPLE

This performance space is designed as an outdoor, floor-seated experience. The goal of this course was to explore and demonstrate understanding of circulation, hierarchy, and creation of space.

The model’s form derives from a droplet of water and the rippling effect it creates.

The two ripples support for the triangular panels above where the audience sits.

The Seating can be reached by a centrally located stair (not modeled). The clear panels are used for aesthetic purpose. If built the clear panels would be replaced with a sustainable Astroturf or wood decking.

4. stage & orchestra pit

5. set storage

6. dressing rooms

1. entrance

2. vendor possibly

3. prop storage path

Program: REHABILITATION CENTER

Location: ST. LOUIS, MO

TRAUMATIC GROWTH

Growth:

-A positive healing process consisting of a drive to succeed.-

This Veteran Center Housing and Rehabilitation uses growth in nature to manifest growth in residents. Letting them blossom and feel more comfortable in their surroundings. 3

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) takes a toll on many lives, turning activities into triggers. Some architectural elements favored by designers are ‘triggers’ to Veterans suffering with PTSD. Harsh angles, abrupt spacial differentiation, and seclusion are some, just to name a few.

The circular plan, as detailed on the next page, creates a sense of community and centralization in order to keep the residents engaged with each other in a secure atmosphere.

I believe horticulture therapy creates a sense of accomplishment. When an equal energy exchange occurs between plant and gardener, all life flourishes.

S. ELEVATION

N. ELEVATION

SITE PLAN

This design encourages the use of horticulture in many forms including classes, meditations, and farm fresh dining. Responsibility, talent, and worth reflect Post Traumatic Growth.

The top level - shown in pages to come - houses a greenhouse and outdoor garden. The kitchen’s vegetables are grown and maintained by the residents as a form of therapy. Some amenities such as gym, sauna, yoga and dance studio, lecture room, and recreation room encourage a friendly atmosphere and an active environment.

W. ELEVATION

E. ELEVATION

LEVEL 1: VISITOR AND STAFF

1. CHECK-IN

2. STAFF LOUNGE

3. VISITORS CENTER

4. CONVENIENT STORE

5. BACK PORCH

6. GENDER NEUTRAL BATHROOM

LEVEL 2: AMENITIES

1. LOCKE ROOM

2. GYM

3. MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM

4. ART STUDIO

5. DANCE AND YOGA STUDIO

6. MEDITATION PODS

7. GENDER NEUTRAL BATHROOM

LEVEL 3: BLOSSOMING CENTER

1. CLASSROOM

2. GROUP THERAPY ROOM

3. RECREATIONAL ROOM

4. THERAPY ROOM

5. OFFICE

6. GENDER NEUTRAL BATHROOMS

7. STAFF STATION

LEVEL 4: BLOSSOMING CENTER

1. CLINICAL ROOM

2. GROUP THERAPY ROOM

3. COUNSELOR’S OFFICE

4. MEETING ROOM

5. THERAPY ROOM

6. OFFICE

7. STAFF STATION

8. GENDER NEUTRAL BATHROOM

LEVELS 5 - 9: RESIDENTIAL BEDROOM UNITS

2. BATHROOM UNIT

A.D.A BEDROOMS

4. A.D.A BATHROOM

5. BALCONY/SHARED PORCH

6. LAUNDRY ROOM

LEVEL 10: DINING

1. DINING HALL

2. KITCHEN

3. ROOFTOP GARDEN

4. GENDER NEUTRAL BATHROOM

Communal responsibility helps sustain a familial level of comfort between each other.

The residential floor plan shapes communal responsibility and participation by creating spaces shared by the neighboring tenants to either side. Sharing a bathroom on one side and while sharing a porch on the other, allowing residents to interact on a daily basis. The Social Contract Theory is described as a morally driven agreement between rational people. This bond between residents intends to build a sense of trust and comfort.

Each resident has their own portion of the large porch style balcony, as well as a removable planter box hidden to the public by a louvered system. The louver mechanism opens and closes to reveal the porch, while also using greenery as a second form of screening. Privacy and Community don’t always coexist, but is considered the most important elements, managing coexisting in this design.

LEVEL 11: NURSERY

1. GREEN HOUSE

2. STORAGE

Thank You.

eeharari@gmail.com