The floor plan below is the 2nd level. Since midterm evaluations, these are the adjustments made. Line weights made in the lower level chapel are lighter than before. Certain door swings have been modified and do not swing into the circulation path. Stair line weights have been corrected with dashed lines. A reception area has been adjusted.
Green Sphere is a sanctuary for evolving, relaxing and interacting. Green Sphere is a center for spiritual growth, an oasis to replenish the body, mind and spirit. The facility will incorporate a ”well building” approach using environmentally friendly materials and incorporate sustainable building principles. Natural daylighting and ethereal lighting is a focus for the entire building.
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Friday, March 11, 2011
Lighting Models
Lighting Models
Lighting Models
These images are day lighting and artificial lighting study models. The above image is taken from the entrance to the chapel and the latter from the pulpit, both at 12 pm during June when the sun is at its highest and directly above the altar. Here the sunlight performs a dramatic emphasis on the altar. Some day light comes in from the existing perimeter windows, but the the light from the windows are diffused because of the angle of the sun, there is a south facing wall, and exaggerated wood blinds. The space is not bright enough with artificial lighting, so downlights were added to the pew edges to lighten the circulation paths. Ceiling mounted pendants hung at various lengths are added to give the space an ethereal atmosphere. Floor mounted spotlights were also added to accentuate the architecture of the wood blinds and columns.
Revised Day Light Analysis
The images above are the revised day lighting analysis of the building. First to last images are January 31st, 2011: 9 am, 12 pm, and 4 pm. Then March 31st, 2011: 9 am, 12 pm, and 4 pm. Last, June 30th, 2011: 9 am, 12 pm, and 4 pm, respectively. The adjustments made are glass windows to the entire building, brick and wire 'fins', and a canopy on the roof.
Daylight Analysis - Chapel
These day lighting diagrams are in the chapel and show where the sun comes in the skylight at different times of the year. Sunlight from the south direction comes in at an angle at 9 am and 4 pm which are shown. They hit a wall located on the northeast face. At noon during these months the sun comes in at a 90 degree angle which creates a dramatic affect on the altar. The glass in the skylight is filled with liquid silicone discouraging heat and glare for the performer or speaker.
Revised Reflected Ceiling Plan
Revised Building Sections - Transverse and Longitudinal
Revised Roof and Canopy Plans
Revised Floor Plan- First and Second Level
Thursday, March 3, 2011
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