Sectional ModelAlternative Bloordale High School

Partner: Jake Kroft

Location:

Brock Street & Croatia

Street, Toronto, ON

Model Construction:

Ultimaker & Boss Laser Cutting

XYZ-CNC Machine

3D Printing

Woodshop

Year: 2022

Project Type: Academic

An exploration of various spacial, structural and tectonic systems was the main goal in creating a 1:50 physical fragment model. Using collective ideas from Jake Kroft's High School proposal, the design encompasses the main ideas and experiences of the high school. Using various machinery in the Toronto Metropolitan University Architecture Workshop, the structure comprised of a combination of 600mm x 600mm and 550mm x 550mm beams and columns that were notched in order to create a rigid cantilever structure. The base comprised of multiple 3/4" MDF Sheets where topography was created using the XYZ-CNC Machine. 3D printing was used to create concrete piers for the main supporting columns. In order to show materiality, cherry and basswood veneer was etched. The main facade comprises of frosted veneer with silicone joints in order to create a smooth exterior surface.