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Clifton Library Concept/ Claire Lamphear

When approaching this project, I began by considering how the design could connect Clifton Plaza with Howell Street. In order to create a fluid path, I decided on the diagonally split form. The trapezoid shape of the two components reference my Clifton Plaza design. I wanted the plaza to flow into the library with the continuation of green space on the second level. The incorporation of natural light and green balconies is something I have been focusing on. The individual skylight components came out of this desire for each room to be comfortable and desirable for the inhabitants. The most public program elements are placed on the outside of the building and I tried to delineate each element in the facade making them easier to identify from the outside.

Concept

Volumetric Organization

Site Section

Analysis

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Concept // Julia Bohlen

My solution for Clifton Library draws upon several library precedents, my plaza design, and explores new realities for a library and community space.  The form of my library has taken on the shape of books stacked upon one another, making reference to the importance of literature and its ability to unite humans into a community.  The forms of the overlapping “books” will be made of repeating modules carefully layered upon each other. This form creates a variety of dynamic interior and exterior spaces within the building and mirrors the creation of unique experiences found in the squares of my plaza design.  Drawing from the Joan Maragall library, my design becomes an extension of the plaza with a clear connection to the space. Elements for this library are also inspired by Book Mountain, which uses an interior core to house the major program elements, and includes circulation that revolves around the core and reading space that surround this core of spaces. 

Diagrams

  • Parti Plan Diagrams: 1. overlapping and layering of module; 2. central core throughout structure
  • Project Priorities:
    1. Seamless integration with plaza; 2. circulation around central core; 3. repeating modules making up shape; 4. interior core of program

Massing

  • Mass of building placed on site
  • Exploded axonometric showing interior core throughout mass of major spaces of building

Site Section

  • Site sections showing stacked modules, relation to slope and plaza, and underground elements (auditorium and parking).

Plans

  • Floor 1
  • Floor 2
  • Floor 3
  • Floor 4

These plans represent the major spaces on each floor, including the core in which they are enclosed. They also show the floors below and opportunities for outdoor terraces.

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    Clifton Library / Kassi McGuire

    I started my design process by thinking about how I can incorporate the Clifton Plaza I designed. I brought in aspects of the plaza like a large triangular atrium that is in the center of the space. I have organized the spaces that I feel best fit for my design and would be best for privacy or light purposes. 

    Plans

    • Level 1
    • Level 2
    • Level 4
    • Level 4

    Overlay Plans

    Level 1
    Level 2

    Section

    Massing and Site

    Site plan
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    Clifton Library//Esther Amonor

    My approach to this design started with the idea of slope and light. For my precedent library, I studied the Delft University Library of Technology in the Netherlands. A key feature that I wanted to encapture from that library to mine was the slope. Another important factor in my concept is the enhancement of natural light. Since the site is facing South, I wanted to take advantage of the amount of natural sunlight coming in. I have developed two designs that best depict my concept.

    Concept

    • Slope
    • Light Rays

    Volumetric Organization

    • Commercial Space
    • Quiet Space
    • Loud Space
    • Commercial Space
    • Quiet Space
    • Loud Space

    Program Massing

    • Organization of Interior Elements
    • Organization of Interior Elelemts

    Site Section

    • Site Overview of Section
    • East Section
    • West Section

    Analysis

    • Sun Path
    • Sun Path
    • B Level
    • Level 1
    • Level 2
    • Level 3
    • Level 4
    • East Isometric
    • West Isometric
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    Clifton Plaza-Tong Zhao 2020

    So for this project, I was inspired by the rice field. Thus, I was mainly focused on curved to make different levels also those levels areas stairs and sitting activity spots. Also, I want to make ADA connect all the stairs then ADA wouldn’t be stuck.


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    Clifton Community Center & Library

    Designer: Danielle Young

    Sketch with inspiration form Plaza Design: static vs dynamic

     For my plaza, I saw the actions that took place in the space: dynamic movement and static movement.
    In creating these forms, I found an interesting relationship with void and fill, and curvature and orthogonal structures.

    All of these sketches are explorations of void and fill

    Massing

    Organization

    Combining Design & Volumetric Organization

    • Level 1
    • Level 2
    • Level 3
    • Level 4
    • Level 5

    Site Analysis

    • Overall Site Plan
    • Site Topography
    • Site Info
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    CLIFTON PLAZA

    A look at redesigning the Clifton residents’ living-room.

    Danielle Young 2020

    Current image of the South end of the plaza.

    When looking at this unique space in Clifton, I had realized it was used as a passage way and a sitting space. These two types of movement-dynamic and static-became my design inspiration. I looked to emphasize the difference between those moving through and those enjoying the view.

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    Clifton Plaza//Julia Bohlen

    Clifton Plaza is a pocket park located in the Clifton Neighborhood of Cincinnati. The space is well-visited and is a beloved gathering space for the community. In order to maintain the interactive nature of the space, my concept incorporates all five senses in a literal way by creating pentagon parti dedicated to each sense, with spaces for each of the senses, including visual optical illusions, a stage, sensory gardens, modular seating, and a bar area. Each of these individual spaces, in combination with each other create a space where the community can engage with the elements of the plaza and with each other.

    • Sections
      1/8″=1′-0″
    • Plan
      1/8″=1′-0″
    • Lighting Diagram
    • Parti and Circulation Diagram
    • Materials Diagram
    • Perspectives of Plaza
    • Community Presentation at Clifton, 2/16/20
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    Clifton Plaza // Emily Pate

    Clifton is located north of Cincinnati, Ohio and is the birthplace of Skyline Chili. The residents in this area use the plaza for many events and activities, such as yoga and concerts. The parameters of this project was to design a plaza that suited the resident’s needs, included a bar, covered stage area, a water feature, and modular seating.

    The concept for my design was inspired by the streetcar and how it shaped Clifton into the place it is today. I used the streetcar map route for the Cincinnati area and created an abstracted version of it and mirrored it onto the plaza ground. I also used the trolly method in my movable seating, creating an experience similar to the streetcar. I also included a tensile structure in my design to shade and protect the stage and bar area.