Project Booklet

NEW YORK HIGH LINE

Florida A & M University

Professor Ana Orosco

ARC6239HB

Latonia Artis

Fall 2023

TABLE OF CONTENTS

City Narrative

Site Choice

Site Narrative

Program Narrative

p. 1

p. 9

p. 19

p. 27

Highline History

Site Choice

Case Study #1

Program Outline

p. 3

p. 11

p. 21

p. 29

City Map

Land Performance

Program Diagram

Cost Estimate Case Study

p. 5

p. 15

p. 23

p. 31

Diagrams

Zoning and Code Requirements

Case Study #2

Program Outline

p. 7

p. 17

p. 25

p. 37

Self-Seeding and Materials

User Analysis

Program Problems

Program Concept

01 CITY NARRATIVE

History The Highline originally started as a street-level freight train on tracks. The New York Central Railroad transported food, but its position made it extremely dangerous for pedestrians. The Transit Commission took note of the constant train fatalities and later ordered the removal of street-level tracks, instead elevating the railway.

The West Side Elevated Line was the first train on the Highline. Transporting meat, dairy, and produce, the line cut through buildings that gave easy access to factories; one particular was the National Biscuit Company (Nabisco), which later became what we know as Chelsea Market. The growing trucking industry caused a decline in train use, and eventually, all traffic ceased.

After many decades of abandonment, the people called for the demolition of the Highline. Some noticed that a thriving garden of wild plants had overtaken the structure. Inspired by this naturally grown field, Friends of the Highline, a non-profit conservancy, successfully advocated preserving and reusing as a public park in the West Chelsea Special District. The first section of the Highline was opened to the public from Gansevoort to 20th Street (#2). The Highline, located between 30th and 34th streets, known as the Rail Yards, opened with a temporary walkway.

The Spur was the last to open because of its special significance, made by people, for people. This mixed-use development was created for more space for public programming, restrooms, access points, food, art, and plants. Pathways were placed to enable the public access to transit facilities and the West Side of Manhattan, with only one street to cross. The Highline, viewed as a park in the sky, features over 500 species of local plants and trees and is the home of various free public programs, community activities, artwork, and performances. page 1

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CITY MAP

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These are the main points of entrance for the public.

Meanwhile, nature points are mainly clustered at the top and scattered downward. These nature points are areas where people gather and interact with one another or nature. Some locations have art exhibits and festival events.

The large-scale map shows a bird’s eye view of the City of New York, displaying every point the public utilizes. The reused rail line has a distinct presence in the city. The 1.45-mile Highline stands out among the cityscape but is nestled between the buildings. The closeness of the building plays a protective role of the Highline. The city’s grid seems to saturate the map from north to south.

The Hudson River breaks the urban pattern from East to west.

LEGEND

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Location

Restrooms

Stairs

Fig. 5 1. 30th Street Cut-Out and Viewing Platform, a platform where the concrete has been removed exposing the steel decking. Visitors can enjoy the view of 30th street from this spot.

Fig. 6 2. Pamela Rosenkranz, Old Tree, a gaint red tree sculpture with a height of 25 feet. This man-made feature intersects 10th and 30th street that provides a social space.

Fig. 7 3. Radial Bench is a that continuosly extends an entire city block. This sepertine bench curves at 29th street towards the west side of the rail yards.

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4. Chelsea Thicket extends two-block-long features a pathway winding gently through a miniature forest of lush dogwoods, bottlebrush buckeye, hollies, roses, and other shrubs and trees (#28).

Fig. 9 5. Wild Flower Field and Radial Planting begins with a walkway through a landscape of various species of grasses mingled with wildflowers. The radial planting of Birch and Juniper trees are inserted in a small grove.

Fig. 10 6. 23rd Street Lawn stretches an entire block. Gradually lifting above the Highline, for a better view. With a mixture of fescue and perennial rye,which is tolerant to heavy foot traffic.

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Diagrams

Parks The Highline is the longest park, but there are numerous parks in the area: Chelsea Park, Chelsea Waterside Park, Clement Clarke Moore Park, and several small parks.

Art Galleries New York is known for art, culture, and design. Art galleries play an essential role; they hold events to experience art in person and are used to connect individuals as a social network. page 5

Restaurants Restaurants in New York City have the most globally diverse foods from different cultures. Many authentic cuisines from all over the world landed in the city.

Piers The piers in New York serve a significant role in history. They were used for industrial routines. Now, the city holds receptions for Immigrants who gain citizenship, which was converted into a public park. page 6

SELF-SEEDING The Highline’s lush landscape design resulted from a self-seeded process that grew wild for 25 Fig. 11 years after the trains ceased running. Visitors will discover grasses, shrubs, and beautiful trees that change colors through the seasons as they follow the walkway. Birds aided in the seeding of the plants Fig. 12 by hiding seeds in the gravel to get them through colder months.

Some seeds were forgotten and germinated in the garden we see today. Now, the landscape also serves as a habitat for various Fig. 13 species of birds.

MATERIALS American Robin

Birch Tree Fig. 14

Northern Mocking Bird

Juniper Fig. 15 Magnolia Tree

Pigeon Fig. 16

The reuse of the railway was sustainable.

The Highline operated the same greenroof by reducing storm runoff, heat from dark surfaces, shade oxygen, and a natural surrounding for birds and insects.

Crushed gravel helps slow down the speed of water traveling through drains.

Woven filter fabric acts as a barrier to clean drains from clogging A course layer of clay-based subsoil A finer layer of nutrient-rich topsoil for planting A top layer of gravel mulch to support water retention and prevent wind erosion.

Sassafra Tree

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Top Soil Fig. 22

Gravel Fig. 25

Woven Filter Fig. 20

Metal Mesh Fig. 23

Wood Planks Fig. 25

Concrete Fig. 21

Steel Beams Fig. 24

Rebar Fig. 26

Grass

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IMAGES & NOTES 1

http://members.trainweb.com/bedt/indloco/misc.html

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https://www.wilsonbrosgardens.com/betula-alleghaniensis-yellow-birch-tree-3-gallon.html

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https://www.thehighline.org/history/

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https://www.etsy.com/listing/1309677525/wichita-blue-rocky-mountain-juniper-tree

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https://www.marthastewart.com/7752613/magnolia-trees-species-growing-guide

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https://placesjournal.org/article/above-grade-on-the-high-line/?gclid=CjwKCAiAx_GqBhBQEiwAlDNAZs3JG6M0-tmw5OkKs3SOlKKa5Fm3Yv_ztNX9NKlKDLQbF6Ty-eSJdRoCRIsQAvD_BwE

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https://www.wilsonbrosgardens.com/sassafras-albidum-tree-3-gallon.html

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https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2008/nov/18/new-york-high-line-park

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https://www.thehighline.org/photos/design/renderings-section-3-phase-2-spur/

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https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-01-14/how-lisa-switkin-and-matthewjohnson-s-high-line-ushered-in-a-new-era-of-landscape-design

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https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2023/05/18/a-hot-pink-sculpture-sprouts-amid-newyorks-leafy-high-line

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http://blog.davidgiralphoto.com/2012/08/02/exploring-new-york-city-a-walk-on-thehighline-state-park-chelsea/

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https://www.thehighline.org/photos/design/renderings-section-3-phase-2-spur/

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https://www.thehighline.org/visit/

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https://www.finegardening.com/article/the-high-line

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https://ebird.org/species/amerob

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https://www.flickr.com/photos/81432094@N03/49422377052

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02 SITE CHOICE

AERIAL VIEW

SITE CHOICE

SITE INTEREST

There are two great qualities related to the site I am interested in. The site is located across the street from an active are called Chelsea Park and has stair access to the Highline. My program is targeted toward active and healthy conscious eaters—those who are attentive to what they eat and how they treat their bodies.

In addition, there are two pieces of data related to the site I am interested in. The site could connect Highline and Chelsea Park, and the area is known for public gatherings and events. The public can enjoy the natural scenery of the Highline by walking, exercising, or enjoying the outdoors. Next, my program offers a midway point; they can enjoy a healthy light meal or Fig. 1 social gathering. Then, continue to travel across the street to Chelsea Park. A way to walk off a meal, enjoy the sun, and head to their last stop.

West 26th street and 10th Ave

SITE PARK

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Bird’s-eye View

SCALE 3/4’= 100 ft

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West 27th street and 10th Ave page 9

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LANDSCAPE PERFORMANCE NATURE OF SPACE

ENVIRONMENTAL

Nature of Space

Nature of Space

Natural Analogue

Natural Analogue

LEGEND Visual Connection with Nature Non-visual Connection with Nature Non-Rhythmic Sensory Stimuli Thermal & Airflow Variability

Presence of Water Dynamic & Diffused Light Connection with Natural Systems

Biomorphic Forms & Patterns Material Connection with Nature Complexity & Order

Prospect Refuge Mystery Risk & Peril

• Sequesters over 1.3 tons of atmospheric carbon annually in 750 newly-planted trees (#7).

Atmospheric Carbon

Stormwater

• Tree canopies also intercept over 24,340 gallons of stormwater annually (#7).

• Increased plant species diversity by over 200% from 245 species and cultivars to 500 species and cultivars (#7).

• Achieves significant level of species richness with 47 woody species and a Simpson Reciprocal Index (SRI) value of 15.14, as compared to Madison Square Park, a similarly-sized park with 29 woody species and an SRI of 12.10 (#7).

Increased Plant Species Plant Waste

• Recycles 100% of plant waste materials on-site, generating 90 cu yds of compost in 2016 (#7).

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SOCIAL

MARQUEE NEW YORK • Attracted 7.6 million visitors in 2015, more visitors than 10 other major NYC landmarks including the Metropolitan Museum of Art. More than 31% of 2015 visitors were from New York City, 6% of which were from the High Line’s surrounding neighborhoods (#7).

• Hosts more than 26,000 people annually for programmed events, with New York City residents representing at least 75% of event attendees (#7).

• Educates around 12,000 children each year through more than 400 educational sessions. An additional 2,500 visitors participated in more than 130 free public tours in 2016 (#7).

LEGEND Vistors that partipated in activities hosted by Marquee New York between 2015 and 2016.

Educational Sessions Public tours Health & Well-being programs Misc.

• Promotes awareness of landscape architecture through social media and publications, with more than 5 million website views and a significant social media following, and being featured in more than 500 articles per year (#7).

• Promotes health and well-being for more than 1,150 people annually through free public programming on meditation, Tai Chi, and stargazing (#7).

• Attracts more diverse visitors each year, with 34% of surveyed visitors identifying as non-white in 2015 as compared to 19% in 2010. 44% of surveyed New York City resident visitors identified as non-white in 2015 (#7). page 13

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IMAGES & NOTES 1

https://earth.google.com

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https://earth.google.com

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https://www.asla.org/2010awards/173.html

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Nightclub https://taogroup.com/venues/marquee-new-york/gallery/. Page Access 2023

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https://www.landscapeperformance.org/case-study-briefs/high-line

03 SITE NARRATIVE

ZONING & CODE REQUIREMENTS

ZONING & LAND USE

Tax Lots

Zoning Districts Commerical Districts Manufacturing Districts Residential Districts Parks Battery Park City Commerical Overlays C-1-1 through C1-5 C2-1 through C2-5 Basemaps Subways Building Footprints TAX LOT | BBL 1006980037 300

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289 10th AVENUE, 10001 Manhattan (Borough 1) | Block 698 | Lot 37 The site is positioned on a strip zoned as Battery Park City. Directly on the side of the site is an area zoned as a manufacturing district. Since the site is C6-3, Corporate headquarters, large hotels, department stores, and entertainment facilities in high-rise mixed buildings are permitted in C6 districts (C6-3 district has a FAR of 6.0). (#20) page 15

The site is classified as 303.3 Assembly Group A-2 will apply to the program. The Manhattan has a special requirement for nightclubs and restaurants. Every newly constructed, reconstructed, or substantially rehabilitated nightclub or restaurant with an occupancy of more than 100 persons and located in whole or in part more than four feet below street grade shall be equipped with an approved automatic sprinkler system. In New York, since 2008, sprinkler systems have been required in the following buildings: (1) Buildings with fire areas of more than 5,000 sq. ft., (2) Buildings with areas designated for 300 occupants or more, (3) in a cabaret a restaurant/club providing food, drink, music, a dance floor, and often a floor show).

200 ft

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Additional Info Lot Area | 4,937 sq ft Number of Floors | 2 Gross Floor Area | 8,700 sq ft

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USER ANALYSIS TARGET GROUP

TARGET AGE GROUP

USER ACTIVITIES

0-9 Years

10-17 Years

Party-goers 34%

USER RESTAURANTS Empire Dinner (Traditional) The Mernaid In (Seafood) Whitman’s (Hamburgers) Tia Pol (Spanish)

18-24 Years

Students 42%

25-64 Years

Bottino (Italian)

65-74 Years

Active Tourist 3% 21%

75+ Years

Calle Dao Chelsea (Cuban)

Fig. 4 The target groups are students and party-goers aged 18-64. Students use this area for hands-on learning and class events. This group can take on various disciplines to gain valuable knowledge in a comfortable atmosphere. Party-goers want to have fun with family and friends or connect with others. Companies host events such as conferences and holiday parties to help increase employee morale. page 17

Restaurants in Chelsea are appearing limited, within a walkable distance. The choices of ethical foods are American, Spanish, Italian, and Cuban. Although these are excellent selections, there is an opportunity for a space that targets active and health-conscious people. Most restaurants and cafés are reasonably priced but of exceptional quality. page 18

PROGRAM CASE STUDY # 1

Jl. Braga No.76, Braga, Sumur Bandung, LOCATION INFORMATION Kec.Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40111, Indonesia (#5) This is a renovated coffee and roastery project. The entire project is 2,153 square feet with three levels. The coffee shop’s facade sets back to provide pedestrians un obstructed view into the building (#5).

The Architect preserved and maximized the firm culture occupied by enormous blocked-shaped buildings whose façade is directly attached to the sidewalk. The building material consists of concrete, wood, and glass (#5).

The concrete appears cast in place, forming the walls, stairs, and floors. The wood provides support and character, while the glass creates the façade and is used as the rails of the stairs (#5).

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NORTH

Fig. 7 Cafe Area Social Area Activity Area TRUE

Pedestrian

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Road

Pedestrian

Semi-outdoor

Indoor

Service

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The Architect separated the floor plan into three areas. The first is the semi-outdoor, souvenir, and indoor, where customers interact. The foyer, server room, and toilet area are central locations. The prayer room is reserved as an activity area. The fourth section is for staff, and the last area is the corridor for circulation. page 20

PROGRAM DIAGRAMS The diagram depicts the stages of the renovation process of the Coffee & Roastery Shop: stage one, stage two, and stage three.

Stage one is the original plans of the building that had three floors: ground, first, and second. The ground floor is where the coffee shop is located, with one office. The first floor had two offices, and the third had three. The renovation process redesigned all floors.

The second stage eliminated the one office on the ground floor to expand the coffee shop. The first floor originally had two offices; one was eliminated to an open area, while the other stayed as an office. The third floor continued to have three offices but was grouped differently. Stage three of the renovation process designed the front of the coffee shop, which was converted to an atrium-style entrance.

BUILDING LAYOUT The building layout starts by pushing back the front entrance creating a semi-outdoor atrium leading to the indoor section of the building.

The foyer is centered in the middle of the floor plan that provides access to the stair that circulate traffic to the upper levels of the building. The service area is position at the back of the building with a service entrance for the staff and deliveries.

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PROGRAM CASE STUDY # 2 LOCATION INFORMATION

FLOOR PLAN

This project is located in Tetovo, Macedonia. The design is 753 sq ft with a basic rectangular floor plan displaying the culture of Northern Macedonia. The entrance is structured with a brushed metal, positioned adjacent to the bar. The raised wooden stage brings depth, which ties the ceiling and the sidewalk together. Exposing the ceiling slats lowers the height of the space. The architect used traditional materials such as glass, wood, and metal to mimic the classical style of an old theatre stage.

SECTION

The building is divided into two sections: The entrance and the dining area. The entrance section consists of the service area where customers are assisted. This also includes seating along a massive bar and wall. Restrooms are positioned in the back, located behind the prep station. The second section is the raised stage, where the main seating for customers is.

Seats and tables are lined along the perimeter and the center of the space, while a massive bar ties both areas together.

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Scale: 1/4”= 1’

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Scale: 1/8”= 1’

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PROGRAM PROBLEM OPPORTUNITIES & CONSTRAINTS DIAGRAM

OPPORTUNITIES & CONSTRAINTS The site is located in the Chelsea area, which has tremendous opportunities. The site is positioned between the Highline and Chelsea Park, ideal for those who enjoy nature and exercising. The public can participate in these activities within the same block of each other. The area has a setback that allows Pedestrians to walk from one destination to the next safely. The street has fast to moderate traffic speed. To have access to amenities in the vicinity, in this densely populated city, walkability is mandatory to avoid pedestrian fatalities. The majority of the buildings that surround the site are three stories or higher. Interestingly, buildings in the city were built in the early 1900s that were refurbished or renovated. Zoning classifies this section as Battery Park City, between the financial district and lower Manhattan (#21).

The constraints of the site parking are scarce. Drivers have the option of parking along the street.

However, since the urban fabric is a grid pattern, searching for a parking space has proven difficult, especially during high traffic. There is only one bicycle lane, which can become a safety issue for cyclists.

This lane ends at an intersecting street with faster traffic, leaving no safe route; this will affect pedestrians crossing the street to take the only metro in that area. There is only one restaurant north of the site and Chelsea Park. The goal is to design a health-conscious café and wellness center for the active public that visits the Highline and the park nearby.

50 ft

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Set-Back

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Fig. 18 Bicycle Lane

Metro Stop page 25

Moderate Traffic

Parks

Parking

Heavy Traffic

Site

Bicycle

Set-Back

3+ Stories

Metro

Restaurant

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PROGRAM OUTLINE SPACES AND AREA PUBLIC

Foyer Bar Dining Restrooms Lounge Event room Stairs

PRIVATE

Kitchen Office/ Breakroom

MAINTENANCE

Storage Elevator Electrical/HVAC Communication Total Square Footage=

PROGRAM DIAGRAM

AXONOMETRIC EXPLODED

918 sq. ft.

379 sq. ft.

1,003 sq. ft.

536 sq. ft.

892 sq. ft.

2,520 sq. ft.

363 sq. ft.

555 sq. ft.

Level 1

523 sq. ft.

107 sq. ft.

61 sq. ft.

76 sq. ft.

45 sq. ft.

7,978 sq. ft.

Level 2 Scale: 1/8”= 1’

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Private page 28

IMAGES & NOTES 11

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04 PROGRAM NARRATIVE

Cost Estimate Case Study NEWPORT COFFEE HOUSE

Location: New York, New York Project Type: Coffee Shop

SPIRITEA TEA SHOP

Location: Evanston, Illinois Project Type: Coffee Shop

Cost of construction $832 + $452= $1,284 / 2= $642 sf

2,080,132/ 2500 sf= $832/ sf

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1,138,000/ 2,515 sf= $452/ sf

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Program Outline PUBLIC

Foyer Bar Dining Restrooms Lounge Event room Stairs

PRIVATE

Kitchen Office/ Breakroom

MAINTENANCE

Storage Elevator Electrical/HVAC Communication Total Square Footage=

Cost Estimate Building Costs 7,978 sf * ($642 per sq ft) = $5,121,87 Constrution cost indicator produced for the New York area a low (370) to high (855) $/sqf.

918 sq. ft.

379 sq. ft.

1,003 sq. ft.

536 sq. ft.

892 sq. ft.

2,520 sq. ft.

363 sq. ft.

Fixed Equipment (rule of thumb: 8% of A) = 409,751 Site Development (rule of thumb: 15% of A) = $768,281 Total Construction Cost= $6,299,908 D. No Demolition E. Movable Equipment (8% of total construction) = $503,993 F. Professional fees (10% of total construction) = $629,991 G. Contingencies (10% of total construction) = $629,991 H. Administrative costs (1% of total construction) = $62,999

555 sq. ft.

523 sq. ft.

Total Budget required= $8,126,882 107 sq. ft.

61 sq. ft.

76 sq. ft.

45 sq. ft.

Newport Coffee House and Spiritea Tea Shop were used as case studies. These two coffee shops were the closest in square footage and program to my project; therefore, they were selected. Newport Coffee House is located in Evanston, Illinois, at 2,500 square feet, and the program cost was $2,080,132. This number was divided into the square feet, calculating $832 per sq ft. Spiritea Tea Shop, located in New York, NY, at 2,515 square feet, had a program cost of $1,138,000. This number was divided into square feet, calculating $452 per square foot. Both costs per square foot were added and divided into two to get an average of $642.

7,978 sq. ft.

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Program Specific Criteria Wood

Bamboo

Cork

Glass

The biophilic café connects to the industrial and natural style of the Highline. This cafe focuses on active individuals who are health-conscious eaters. The foyer and the dining area will showcase a biophilic theme combining concrete, wood, glass, and steel.

The foyer’s entrance is constructed with a wall of storefront and clerestory windows. The dining area will house an enormous green wall used to grow herbs to prepare meals. Wood planters are attached to the concrete dining wall and organized in various locations, continuing the enjoyment of nature.

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Program Layout

Program Adjacency 1

Foyer

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Stairs

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Kitchen

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Bar

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Dining Area

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Lounge Area

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Storage

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Maintenance Room

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Communication/ HVAC

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Restrooms

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Elevators

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Hallway

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Breakroom

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Event Room

The program adjacency reflects the layout of the coffee shop.

Green is where the public interacts and circulates within the building, while blue is private.

The foyer is where the entrance is. Once entered into the building, the public can walk to the stairs to the left. The kitchen is located next to the bar, while the bar is housed in the dining area. The lounge area connects to the restrooms and elevator towards the back of the building, leading upstairs to the hallway. The second level has a breakroom and event room that are connected.

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Program Concept The entrance of the Café has a 48’ curtain wall that extends to the roof, merging with a curved skylight on the corner of the top. Natural light illuminates the interior building and provides light for the growth of the herbs on the green wall. The foyer is a gathering area for customers to meet their party to be seated. The dining area has an enormous green wall where herbs are grown to prepare meals.

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https://www.archdaily.com/969250/newport-coffee-house-34-ten?ad_source=search&ad_medium=projects_tab

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https://www.archdaily.com/941925/sidecar-doughnuts-and-coffee-fleetwood-fernandez-architects?ad_medium=office-landing&ad_name=featured-imageLinks to an external site.

3

https://mindfuldesignconsulting.com/using-plants-as-decor-in-restaurant-design/

4

https://www.sansainteriors.com/blog/biophilic-restaurant-interiordesign