HARMONIOUS WORLD
THE GALLERIA PROFESSIONAL
TALIESIN WEST
HARMONIOUS WORLD: MOCHIK RANCH REDEVELOPMENT
Location: Tucson, Arizona Excerpts
from With Good Heart: Yaqui Beliefs and Ceremonies in Pascua Village by Muriel Painter: Huya ania, Wilderness World
“The huya ania is described as remote, wild brush country...with dense thickets of low trees, such as mesquite, and close-growing shrubs like thorny cactus”
Sea ania, Flower World
“[The sea ania] implies the beneficent and fruitful aspects of nature, such as rivers, streams, lakes, clouds, and rain”
“The common concept of the sea ania (flower world) is that it is the huya ania in bloom.”
Merging the Yaqui’s culture into this design to bring out the uniqueness, some of the essential elements such as rose, water, art work, vegetation… Water is one of the critical elements of life, and in this project, plays as a guider throughout the Tortuga Ranch. Starting at the welcoming area, if you follow the water flow, it will lead you to the next place, where something special is awaiting you. The therapy area is designed for privacy. Inspired by the Flower World in the Yaqui’s culture, the meditation garden is created to bring the healing spirit to visitors through the meditation walking path and the beautiful sight of herbal plants.
WIND
ANIMAL AREA
AGRICULTURE
VEGETATION
CIRCUL ATION
INFR A STRUC TURE
WILDERNESS WORLD CONCEPT
There are several private therapy areas throughout the Wilderness World. Each provides privacy through screening plants and different topography. They are all connected and linked together through a trailing system, making the Wilderness World.
The vegetation buffer blocks the wind from the West and the dust brought by the wind to a certain extent.
The river collects rainwater, and the water permeates into the soil to provide moisture for the plants on the bank.
Part of the water is absorbed by vegetation and soil, and the excess water is filtered into the river by vegetation and soil.
CONTEXT
One of the key objectives is to improve circulation, enhancing safety for pe de strians . By providing clear signage, designated walkways, and vegetable buffers for added safety, we create an environment where people can shop with greater ease and enjoyment.
CONCEPT DESIGN
The concept design also emphasizes the artistic execution of the space, highlighting the unique features of the local desert small businesses. This is done by using the Southwest arts by local artists
PRELIMINARY DESIGN
Concept diagram features a series of interconnected circles designed to promote the flow and circulation along University Blvd. This design principle is also applied to the seating arrangement, creating a cohesive and uniform aesthetic throughout. The overall concept symbolizes inclusivity within the community
Street diagram outlines a plan to expand University Blvd, creating a safer, multi-modal streetscape. A buffer zone of vegetation will be incorporated to enhance security and separate different modes of transportation
The water management diagram illustrates the direction of water flow and highlights the potential for water harvesting. It incorporates permeable pavement and drainage covers to prevent overflow and facilitate efficient water management .
Concept diagram features a series of interconnected circles designed to promote the flow and circulation along University Blvd. This design principle is also applied to the seating arrangement, creating a cohesive and uniform aesthetic throughout. The overall concept symbolizes inclusivity within the community
Bench design
Public seatings
The primary challenge of the site is flooding caused by water runoff from the mountain, which negatively impacts the main building
The sollution is to develop an efficient, instant water harvesting system that not only supports vegetation growth but also addresses the flooding issue
A. Bioswale
B. Retaining Wall
Shrubs/Small Trees
The Bioswale can contain up to 2.5 million gallons of water
RETAINING WALL
The hierarchical vegetation can help to slow down the flowing water, also provides visitors with a more varied visual experience.
C. Sonoran Garden
