The 22nd Annual Hajjar Competition | Honorable Mention

William Hajjar was an influential architect who worked with modularity and minimalism. His work has allowed for a difference in thinking when it comes to thow one uses a space. Spatial organization is key in replicating the Hajjarstyle, as it is this modernist yet unique style which sets him apart from the rest. This can be done by making use of several modular spaces and orienting them in such a way to optimize a user’s experience, most notably done by separating the living space from the service areas. With these factors in mind, the apartments are designed to follow these sets of rules, especially keeping the resting area separate from the busy ones.

Created using Rhino & Photoshop

Baltimore, MD 1 Week

Nature center which could be used for educational or leisure purposes, as well as a kayak rental facility. Similar forms with contradictory materiality. Between the two forms is an intermediary space which takes advantage of the sun’s path and height during the year to give warmth and shade. Kayak storage is on the floor nearest to the water for ease of accessibility and loading in/out of the river.

BY LAND AND WATER

Firehouse intended for 12 firefighters with sleeping quarters, personal gear lockers, kitchen and dining, apparatus bay large enough for three trucks, a community center, and parking. This design was heavily influenced by the sun and its tradeoffs in different seasons. Through use of building orientation, brise solei, thermal mass, and a sloped roof leading to a garden, the building takes full advantage of the sun and what it can provide. This project was completed in conjunction with learning about environmental control systems, which aided in the concept and design.

Hill District, Pittsburgh, PA

12 Weeks

Prof. Laia Celma

Learning from great architects takes analysis and understanding of their work. The Radiant City opened my mind to he ideas of urban development and how a building can create experiences through use of different spaces, such as community versus private space. Corbusier’s use of a different type of floor layout also allowed me to understand than apartments do not have to be glum or the same as every other building. The creation of a space where all of one’s needs may be met in a single piece of construction is fascinating.

Marseille, France

Le Corbusier

8 Weeks

Prof. Matthew Kennedy