PRECEDENT STUDY: UNITÉ D’HABITATION

Kahn was heavily influenced in his creation of this museum by two main components: the sun and the collection, both influenced by the module. By creating a module, he allowed for spaces to be more intimate with specific works of art or artists. Through his design of skylights which illuminate the space while diffusing the light, while still in the module, he allows for ample lighting while not damaging the pieces. Use of a module allows for a unique experience of perspective and sightlines while moving through the spaces.

New Haven, CT Louis Kahn

4 Weeks

Prof. Cooper, Gursoy, Ligler, Shaffer

Longitudinal Section