MATERIAL + LIGHT
ARC 510 DESIGN IMMERSION STUDIO
PROJECT B - SUMMER 2023
SELENNE YESCAS
light | case study
casa Gilardi
Project information
Architect: Luis Barragán
Project: Casa Gilardi // focus - Corredor
Year: 1976
Location: Ciudad de México, MX
section of corridorARC 510SM23 IMMERSION STUDIO SELENNE YESCAS - PROJECT B: MATERIAL + LIGHT
plan view of corridor
light | case study
aperture detail
Barragán incorporated various strategies to manipulate the entrance and distribution of natural light by carefully considering the orientation and placement of windows, skylights, and apertures. His designs showcased a profound understanding of light’s transformative power in shaping the atmosphere and ambiance of a building.
By using elements such as stained glass in Casa Giraldi, he modulates the light entering through the yellow stained windows and creates a harmonious balance of shadows and hues that bring out the emotional and spiritual qualities of the small, yet significant space of the house.
light aperture
dense light narrow light
section view A’ - A’
casa Gilardi corridor ARC 510SM23 IMMERSION STUDIO SELENNE YESCAS - PROJECT B: MATERIAL + LIGHT
A A
plan view
design | iteration process
notes
ARC 510SM23 IMMERSION STUDIO SELENNE YESCAS - PROJECT B: MATERIAL + LIGHT
formwork design | iteration process
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f1 f2 f3
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model design | iteration process
preferred | design model
model #3 - “The Ruins”
This piece was meticulously crafted with white plaster and sanded flawlessly to refine any minute imperfections.
Immersed amidst the towering remnants of a bygone era in the Sonoran Desert, I found my inspiration Under the rays of sun and light, “The Ruins” rose its presence whispering tales of the forgotten. The interplay of light and shadow, magnified by the unrelenting desert sun, cast a shadow spell as surfaces seemed to dance, revealing stories etched by time.
Capturing the essence of the sun’s radiance , captivating patterns that pay homage to the interplay of light and shadow are found within “The Ruins” where day and night shadow takes shape to transform for the narrative of each who encounter it.
ARC 510SM23 IMMERSION STUDIO SELENNE YESCAS - PROJECT B: MATERIAL + LIGHT
model #3 - “The Ruins” preferred | design model
ARC 510SM23 IMMERSION STUDIO SELENNE YESCAS - PROJECT B: MATERIAL + LIGHT
South view - 10 am
South view - 11:30 am
North East view - noon
model #3 - “The Ruins” preferred | design model
ARC 510SM23 IMMERSION STUDIO SELENNE YESCAS - PROJECT B: MATERIAL + LIGHT
South view - 3:00 pm
South view - 5:30 pm
North view - after 6 pm
model #3 - “The Ruins” final design | digital model plan
section 1 East cut A’ - A’
section 2 South cut B’ - B’
ARC 510SM23 IMMERSION STUDIO SELENNE YESCAS - PROJECT B: MATERIAL + LIGHT 27’ 15’ 27’ 4’ 15’ apertures entrance aperture window 2’ elevated from ground B B A A 2’
axonometric West view
“Crumbling ruins lay with time, reminding us that even in decay, there is beauty and a story to be told.” - unknown
