Project Matrix- Project 2

Project 2

Architectural precedent: Watercube (PTW Architects, 2008)

 

Key Concept:

As that building was built for the swimming race of Olympic game, the building represents a concept of ‘water cube’ which reflects the nature of water through the bubble structure. In addition, the structure of this swimming centre includes the concept of efficient energy, ecologically friendly and visually striking.

 

Selected Design element

Façade system and structure

How is the Key Concept Reflected in the Form of the Selected Design Element?

The façade system reflected the key concept through its shape. For the high performance, the transparent façade can maximise the natural light and thermal heart. The shape is referred to the bubble and the transparent material that represent the nature of water. At night, the blue lighting from the building enhances the image of water nature (shown as the picture at the top).

Geometrical Description of the Shape

The building form is a cube that its façade is constructed with the bubble shape.

Proposed Size: 15cm (height) x 20cm (wide) x 15cm (depth)

Material:  Plastic

Technique: Vacuum-Forming Machine

Time Commitment:

Design/ drawing time: 5-8 hours:

Vacuum-Forming Machine: 8-9 hours

Cutting: 4-5 hours

Finishing: 4-5 hours

Extra: 10 hours

Total: ~37 hours

Cost/Budget:

Material (plastic): $50?

Other: ~$30