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HOUSEBOAT HAVEN: TOMMY THOMPSON PARK
from Ryan Bell Portfolio
by Ryan Bell
Location | Toronto, ON Canada
Advisors | James Miller
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2019
This dwelling concept is one that relates to the site on different levels through mirroring the environment. The goal of this project is to construct a dwelling unit that is situated in an appropriate location to mimic the landscape, serve a basic purpose of sustainability and communicate the idea of a houseboat.
The site was selected for its ease of accessibility from nearby pedestrian and multi-use trails. The dwelling unit responds to the site through large curtain walls on the north and south facades, allowing for optimal natural light. The shape of the structure itself is meant to be interpreted as a houseboat as if it were floating on water in the Toronto Harbour. The sloped roof represents the change in levels from higher land to low shores.
The underlying theme of sustainability aims to create a long lasting, comfortable and inhabitable living space. Access to living necessities such as grocery stores, work or school, are no further than a 15-minute bike ride or less via TTC.
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