create visual spectacle and direct movement
phase one exploring landform through geometic shapes
twist
using squares as a often stationary shape to create the illusion of movement
encircle
accociation of circles with friendliness and safe spaces; outside rotates to reveal and conceal
support
triangles as the strongest shape balance precariously to allow human through valley
phase two exploring twisting through structure
twist verb
1. Form into a bent, curling, or distorted shape. 2. Cause to rotate around something that remains stationary; turn.
gateways maintains original use of site as a shortcut; crooked pergolas preserve sense of twisting
playground encourages pedestrians to rest on terraced landforms; slide allows swift movement through site
ribbon structure wraps around the path and draws the eye towards open space; ramp betters accessibility
phase three
utilizing materials to strengthen intitial concept
materials mylar
foamboard
wire
mirrored paths structure creates path surrounding existing trees, curving to create twisted, distorted reflections
final model photos / blurb
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