Arleth Jaimes: Architectural Design I

Project 01: Fibonacci Cube

In this project we got assigned a very random landscape. Ranging from a tundra to a prairie we had to build a fibonacci cube specific to that landscape. the process was quite enjoyable. Sure it was stressful but once you step back when your finished you feel accomplished and proud of relieved. I had surprised myself on how much I learned with just one project. 

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Landscape: Swamp

I got a swamp as my landscape. A swamp is a wetland which means it is VERY humid. Swamps have many biotic factors. One of the problems is that a swamp is literally mostly water. Therefore the fibonacci planes have to be elevated. 

Drawings and Model

Plane Study Drawing

Plane Study Model

Plane Study Model

The thing I focused on the most was elevation and airflow. Both of these things have a purpose. The airflow is to decrease the humidity of the landscape. The elevation was due to the fact that a swamp is almost completely water and we don't want any flooding and or water damage to the house. Elevation is also key because the ground is soft so therefore you need deep and solid beams through the water.

Final Cube: Isometric

My final cube portrays the things that i wanted it to. Such as airflow and elevation. In the future I would probably want to change so many things but for now, for my first project, i am very proud. 

Final Cube: Model

Final Cube: Interior Perspective