CLEVELAND SCHOOL OF MEDIA ARTS

An Adaptive Reuse Project In The Flats Of Cleveland

Fourth Year Design Studio I

Semester: Fall 2022

Professor: Robert Kobet

The Cleveland School of Media Arts was assigned on a site with five existing buildings to respond to. I utilized two in my project, and let the rest be characterized by new construction. In my design, inspired by the adjacent silos of Lafarge North America, I came up with a project characterized by tall glass silos that functioned as entries and methods of allowing natural light into an uncommon space: underground. I added a large collaboration lounge, demolished Spruce Ave, and created a rather heavy, solid complex with a light, welcoming plaza that encouraged an engaging landscape for not only the intended user group, but also the public of Cleveland, Ohio.

These silos also act as the kinetic element, connecting the interior underground spaces with the exterior. They drive the project and promote engagement with various landscapes, inside the project and on the site, and with each other, as these spaces are meant to promote collaboration and innovation for the user group.