FINAL PROJECT BOOK ONE

THE LINCOLN

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CO NTENTS

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BRIEF

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MASTERPLAN

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INTRODUCTION TO THE LINCOLN

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THE JETTY AND FLOATING PONTOONS

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BRIEF Clumber park is the focus of this project. The site which has been selected is the Village Hall which is located at the Northern end of Clumber Lake. Clumber park is a 3,800 acre park owned by the National Trust, filled with woodland and heath. Clumber park was once the country estate of the Duke’s of Newcastle.

The project explores the current use and main functions existing in Clumber Park, whilst incorporating the values of a National Trust heritage site. The proposed project ims to better utilise the natural resources that Clumber Park offers while still preserving and educating the public about places of historical interest and natural beauty.

The project invites visitors from all ages and parts of society to experience Clumber Lake, forming a true connection with the water. Being the largest man-made element within Clumber Park, creating activity on the lake allows visitors to experince all corners of the park like the Duke’s did through history.

As proved by the cricket team which has been successfully running within Clumber park since the Duke’s inhabited the park, sporting activity is a very stong element which doesn’t diminish and will still be flourishing in many years to come. Through time, a clubhouse supporting and hosting events for the park will build a strong community and build memories which can never be lost.

To best fulfil these requirements, and to install a long standing community, it is proposed that a kayak club, with a cafe and training facilities is to be established.

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MASTERPLAN

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MASTERPLAN The intention of introducing a kayak club to Clumber park is to help progress the utlization of the lake and to improve the flow of visitor population around the park. In the current circumstances there are clear sections within the park in which people are attracted to, this is due to the main functioning buildings being based in one area. This causes a natural lean towards the southern part of the park, where Clumber House used to be located. This is also due to the abundance of facilities and lack of need/intrigue for some to explore further.

By introducing The Lincoln Kayak Club, visitors will be drawn towards the currently more dorment part of Clumber park. This will even out the use of facilites, especially benefitting the park on more busy days. This is demonstrated on the maps on the next page which show the shift of footfall intended to happen after the implementation of The Lincoln Kayak Club.

The kayak club is named ‘The Lincoln Kayak Club’ after the Lincoln frigate that was dominant on the lake through the history of when the park was an estate for the Dukes of Newcastle. The Lincoln, named after the sunken vessel at the bottom of Clumber Lake, offers facilities including leisurely in and out of water activities (fresh water swimming, kayaking), as well as being a hub for those who are interested in taking a more competitive approach to water sports (gym/ training section). The structure allows visitors to have an intimate experience within the trees, as well as boasting breath-taking views and offering a space for potential events all year round.

Aesthetically the structure is intended to gently resemble the framework of a capsized boat and has exposed framework throughout to nurture this concept. The design lives within its context, complimenting it’s surrounding natural features.

The Lincoln has been designed so it can be moulded to suit many different functions. It’s versitile, adjustable form opens up the opportunity for the National Trust to host events for all different occassions, casual or more formal. There is also the opportunity to hold racing events which could focus on the kayaking element, or potentially include other sports such as triathlons.

The reason that The Lincoln kayak club is suitable for Clumber Park and the National Trust, is it draws on the lost history of the park, informing visitors of the exhilirating action which the lake has been part of. The beauty of introducing another sport to the park is that, like the existing cricket club, it would bring a new community to the area.

Within Clumber park there is a clear interest in using the space for physical activity, with a functioning cricket team, bike hire and triathlons/runs that are put on throughout the year. The introduction of a kayak club grows on this attracting people from all age groups and societies, and allowing people to interract with the lake more.

Along with the design of the lincoln and it’s connecting jetty, there would be multiple pontoons which have been designed specifically for kayakers. These pontoons create points of intrigue for visiters walking around the lake, drawing attention to the presence of The Lincoln.

Through research it is clear that the lake is currently enjoyed by visitors from its edge, however it is evident that there is a significant lack of activity on the water’s surface. This is the reasoning for introducing the kayak center in order to enhance visitors experience of the lake.

The proposal of the Lincoln is one that considers the history and beauty of Clumber Park.

Sitting comfortably in the wooded landscape, the structure reflects the natural attributes of its surroundings, becoming part of its context. The introduction of the Lincoln would not diminish, but nurture Clumber Parks identity, introducing new communities and encouraging the public to interact with and experience the stunning historical lake.

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THE VILLAGE HALL

MAP OF CLUMBER PARK INDICATING CURRENT AREAS OF MOST CONCENTRATED FOOTFALL NOT TO SCALE

THE LINCOLN KAYAK CLUB

MAP OF CLUMBER PARK INDICATING AREAS OF MOST CONCENTRATED FOOTFALL AFTER COMPLETION OF PROJECT NOT TO SCALE

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THE LINCOLN KAYAK CLUB

FLOATING PONTOONS

MAP OF CLUMBER PARK SHOWING SOME KEY POINTS FOR KAYAKERS

CREATING MOMENTS When the lake was built, it was constructed in order to be an asset to Clumber House. However since the loss of the house there is a certain disconnection between the main buildings and the lake itself. Fishing enthusiasts still interact with the lake on occassion, however the main interraction can sometimes be left to when a dog runs in to enjoy the waters. By introducing kayaking, it enables the public to witness the park from a different perspective. The visuals on this page demonstrate only a few of the breathtaking moments which can be created by allowing visitors the opportunity to fully experience the park from the water’s surface.

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INTRODUCTION TO THE LINCOLN

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EXTERNAL VISUALS OF THE LINCOLN

EXTERNAL VISUAL OF THE LINCOLN

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The Lincoln was designed with the intent to add a new dimension to Clumber Park. By introducing a kayak club in this location brings many benefits to the park and to the National Trust. Some of the facilities include kayak storage, trailer access, floating pontoons located around the lake, and easy kayak and swimming acess into and out of the water. Introducing the Lincoln to Clumber Park encourages all members of society, whether for leisure or competition purposes, to get involved and experience the lake in a way which was not possible previously.

With a jetty extending out onto the lake, it allows the public to have the oppurtunity to be surrounded by the Lake, ensuring the Lake has an even greater impact on its visitors than it does already. The Lincoln Kayak Club allows visitors to absorb the lakes activity or become involved in it, catering to a wide expanse of society.

EXTERNAL VISUAL OF THE LINCOLN

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SECTION THROUGH LINCOLN PATH AND JETTY NOT TO SCALE

CREATING A CONNECTION The introduction of The Lincoln aims to strengthen the connection between visitors and Clumber Lake. Through history the lake has hosted a ferry, as well as the Duke’s famous frigate. The reasoning for naming the kayak club after the Lincoln is in order to pay homage to what was once the greatest vessel on the lake. By naming the club after this significant part of the parks history, it forms conversation about what the Lincoln was. By sparking these converations, it encourages visitors to learn more about the story of the lake through history.

In order to create a clear connection between the main structure and the lake, a stone path is built to match the existing gradient of the landscape joining onto the path which runs in around the perimeter of Clumber Lake.

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PROPOSED SITE MAP / SCALE 1:500

Out to the side of the structure the main path leads to a jetty which crosses over the existing path. The jetty allows the public to break away from the land to experience the lake creating further connections with nature, and benefiting the well-being of visitors. With ramp and stair access into the water it encourages both groups and individuals to explore and interact with the lake. By creating these opportunities, the lake becomes a hub for kayak and open water swimming enthusiasts without disturbing the surrounding nature.

The neutral colour palette selected for the external materials of the structure intend to allow the structure to sink into it’s context.

PROPOSED ISOMETRIC / NOT TO SCALE

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GROUND FLOOR PLAN / SCALE 1:100

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BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN / SCALE 1:100

TWO ATMOSPHERES The design of the Lincoln is divided into two different types of atmosphere.

BACK BUILDING (RECEPTION / CHANGING / GYM STUDIO) This section of the building aims to feel very open on entrance, with a bright welcoming atmosphere. The outer timber shell mimics the framework seen through the construction of traditional wooden boats. Over the glass facade this creates the feeling of walking in, underneath the floating frame. However, the heavy element that appears to penetrate the glass skin of the structure causes curiosity. The heavy element is designed to feel permenant, as if it was a natural feature which was in place before the rest of the structure. This means that instead of the true order of the rock being built onto the existing footprint of the village hall, it aims to appear so that the heavy element came first and the rest of the structure was built around it.

FRONT BUILDING (CAFE / KAYAK STORAGE) This section of the building is designed to draw the eye straight to the lake. By extending the lake facing end of the existing building forward, a tube effect is created, pulling all focus towards the lake. The seating arrangement within the cafe all faces the lake so to utilise the stunning views as much as possible. The bathroom (which has disabled access) and kitchen are tucked away, lined up with the timber frame, to be concealed to not take focus away from the lake. The kicthen can only be accessed through the cafe bar which creates privacy for staff working within the space. By having the toilet and kitchen located in these spaces, it excentuates the tunnel effect of the design, as a closed corridor opens up to the spectacular view.

VISUAL SHOWING HEAVY ELEMENT PENETRATING GLASS FLOOR PLAN / NOT TO SCALE

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SECTION AA / SCALE 1:100

SECTION BB / SCALE 1:100

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SOUTH-WEST ELEVATION OF THE LINCOLN / SCALE 1:100

VERSITILITY The Lincoln has been designed to be active all year round. The versitility of the structure allows the structure to be completely opened up in order to create an indoor-outdoor space that encourages it’s visitors to enjoy the activity on and around the lake. The adaptability of the structure has a positive impact on the users of the space as it can be altered to suit the differing weather conditions.

During the warmer months you would expect to find the majority of visitors on the cafe patio enjoying the sun and being able to watch over children as they play by the lake. All of the furniture on the patio is foldable and therefore can be stored in the basement storage below the cafe when it is not being used. There are four shutters on the lake side (South-West) of the structure that can be opened up to flood the natural light into the building.

In contrast to this, the building can be closed up with it’s shutters, creating a barrier between the outside and inside. With an underfloor heating system, the temperature can be regulated automatically throughout the year. By having the gym floor indoors, the structure still encourages visitors to be active even if the weather conditions aren’t as desired. The triple glazed glass facade of the North-East wing allows for its vsitors to experience the outdoors without feeling the harsh temperatures.

VISUALISATION OF THE LICOLN IN DIFFERENT WEATHER CONDITIONS

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In the daytime the structure is a versatile space with fold-up shutters on the lake side of the main building operated by ropes and assisting hydraulics. This allows the space to be opened up to the outdoors, yet still sheltered by a glass case in the cooler months.

During night time the structure transforms as the interior lighting leaks out from underneath the shutters creating the appearance of a floating up turned boat. The light glows through the front cafÊ window creating a point of intrigue for onlookers, attracting new visitors to explore it’s form.

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FIVE MAIN AREAS OF THE LINCOLN

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Gym Floor with Changing Facilities below Reception Area Lake-side Cafe Kayak Equipment storage Outdoor seating area

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VISUAL SHOWING BIKE STORAGE LOCATED IN CAR PARK

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

ISOMETRIC SHOWING PATH DOWN FROM CAR PARK WHERE THE BIKE STORAGE IS LOCATED, DOWN TO THE JETTY FORMING THE MAIN STREAM OF MOVEMENT

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PRODUCED BY AN AUTODESK STUDENT VERSION

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JETTY AND PONTOONS

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VISUAL OF PATH LEADING FROM MAIN STRUCTURE DOWN TO THE JETTY

VISUAL OF JETTY

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PONTOON VISUAL FROM ABOVE

PONTOON PERSPECTIVE VISUAL

FLOATING PONTOONS

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Along with the main structure, multiple floating pontoons with kayak parking bays, designed specifically for easy entry into and out of the water, will be installed around the lake on the waters edge. These floating pontoons are strategically designed in order to further to concept of creating a stronger link between high footfall areas (eg. old location of Clumber House) and the northen part of the lake where The Lincoln will sit. By having these pontoons in areas which are noticeable from the existing walking trails, it creates points of intrigue, causing visitors to be curious about the where they are from. This would result in encouraging more visitors to explore The Lincoln and all that it offers.

The benefit of having floating pontoons around the lake is that they are more versitile than having fixed pontoons. By having floating pontoons it allows for the opportunity to relocate them, so they can be adjusted in the case of any race events whereby they would act as checkpoints. Due to not being fixed, the pontoons adjust to the water level and are very durable during the different seasons

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