KENDALL HAAS RENAISSANCE RESISTANCE

This to scale-model of a single residential loft is a 3D expression of a design for an individual with a very specific hobby: attending renaissance fairs. Through the concept of a corset, a physical representation of renaissance fair attire, this design incorporates functional and formal inspiration from this piece of renaissance clothing including movement and structure as well as concave curves and lace-like details in order to account for the many needs and requirements of a renaissance fair goer. This space aims to address the issue of storage that can hinder any artistic crafter. With the use of open storage throughout the space, the user is able to openly display their work and fulfill the maximalist look of the renaissance period while also creating a practical and easily accessible storage solution.

The functional characteristics of the corset are demonstrated through the use of a grand, open wardrobe to store and display costumes, a large workspace to create said costumes and other crafts, as well as a hidden full-length mirror stowed underneath a murphy bed to convert the space into a fitting area. The characteristics of the form/aesthetic of the corset are conveyed through details from the castle-like spiral staircase and tavern-like bench style seating to smaller details including the lace-back storage unit and the ornate frames hung on the walls.