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OPENING UP TO ART

Colloquium

Author: Serina Bos

DEFINITION THRESHOLD

Transition from one zone to the other

Threshold space: space between different zones: in-betweenness

Spatial delimiters – boundaries

DEFINITION LOW THRESHOLD

Easy transition from one zone to the other Open boundaries – seamless invite Zone of in-betweenness with minimal contrast between spatial atmospheres

Thresholds

LOW THRESHOLD - OPENING UP

Topography

space of in betweennes =

THRESHOLD CHARECTERISTICS

Two extremesTranslated to design

According to the six parameters of threshold analysis (Book Threshold Spaces, Till Boetger)

Topography Independent vs Dependent

Materiality

Distinctive vs Inconspicuous materials

Geometry

Free vs Ordered

Sequence

Freely selectable vs Guided

Delimitation

Open vs Closed

Furnishing Visible vs Concealed

Dependent (of square) Threshold is embedded in the topography of the existing square, it extends and creates an easy transition.

Inconspicuous materials Choice for neutral inconspicous materials that are already present in the square.

Ordered Strict geometry following a grid structure.

Freely selectable and Guided Choice for both ,up to the visitor to choose their path: free or guided.

Open Large open spaces where promenade is freely accessible but is spatially delimited by rows of columns.

Concealed Seating areas in promenade ‘to stop and think’ are embedded in the landscape which extends the large open spaces.

Geometry - Sequence

Sequence

THRESHOLD DESIGN PRINCIPLES

Introducing

The visitor is introduced into the plot by the use of a cantilever. A threshold space is formed underneath the cantilever. The visitors ﬁnds itself not on the outside anymore but not yet on the inside, this is the in-between space. By creating this in-between space transitioning from the outside to the inside becomes easier. With this the building opens itself up to the visitor.

The cantilever is the low threshold strategy used on the two main buildings along the edges of the street. These buildings introduce and guide the visitor with an easy transition into plot or into the building.

Delimitation

Experiencing

Approaching the building by slowing down before entering: threshold space is formed by steps down. Steps create a place for transition, it is an element of slowing down.

The visitor can experience the plot by the use of a covered outside space. A threshold space is formed underneath the coverage. The threshold space is the in-between space. By creating this in between space transitioning from the square to the plot becomes easier. With this the plot opens itself up to the visitor

The covered outside space is the low threshold strategy used on the promenade in the center of the plot. The promenade guides the visitor from one space to the other, experiencing everything as they walk alongside it.

Location

WITH THRESHOLD DESIGN PRINCIPLES

Bycicle

City - Paris

Neighborhood - Montreuil

Square Rue Etienne Marcel

GROUND FLOOR

FIRST FLOOR

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The artist village

IN ARCHITECTURE

SECOND FLOOR

THIRD FLOOR

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Flexibility and adaptability is achieved within The artist village with the concept of moving facade elements. The facade elements can be adjusted to the needs of the artist by sliding them open, closed or everything in between. The wooden panels as well as the curtain wall can be opened separately. In this way the needs for natural lighting of every artist can be suited.

The artist village

IN DETAIL

The artist village VISITORS PERSPECTIVE

Questioning (savoir habiter)

Reorientation

Culmination (ecstatic union)

- Disorientation

- Questioning

- Reorientation

The artist village ARTIST PERSPECTIVE

LIVING IN THE ARTIST VILLAGE

Movement of artist and art

1: Studio

The residency of the artist is compact with a separation between living, sleeping and bathing. The facade elements can be opened for more spatiality.

2: Atelier

The residency of the artist is directly linked to its private atelier space. The ﬂexible wall inbetween can be opened to create a mix between living and working.

3: Circulation

The circulation space inbetween the private ateliers creates an opportunity for interaction and meeting other artists. Nevertheless it can be closed off with delimiting elements to the artist preference.

4: Workshop

The public workshop is open to all artist where they can work together and learn from each other.

5: Exibition

After the making off the art pieces can be exhibited within dialogue with the other artist in the many available spaces alongside the promenade.

2 - Atelier

1 - Studio

3 - Circulation

5 - Exhibition - Culmination

THE ARTIST VILLAGE

opening up to art

The artist village is an artist-in-residence complex with the concept of living and working that promotes the artist community. The village is a place where the artist and the visitors come together. With the use of a low threshold the village opens itself up to the world of art, it will invite the visitor to experience art in different ways. Art throughout the village can be experienced by following the architectural promenade. The art, made by the inhabitants, shows not only the ﬁnal product but also the making of and the meaning behind it. Experience it yourself.