Modular Construction
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the site - lenton tower blocks
Precedence
An example of where mirrors have been used to create the illusion of transparency. (royaleprojects.com)
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The use of a low ceiling height sleep deck and small extruded stairs is something that I can take inspiration from when design a relaxing area for my client. It is a good way of utilising the full height of the space.
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The use of different angles other than the standard 90 degrees that is used the majority of the time is something that could make this life box a place the client wants to stay.
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An example of how a small area can be used to its full potential when spread across multiple floor.
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What looks at first to be a small empty room with a built in wardrobe actually transforms into a fully furnished room through clever design.
An example of a fold down bed found in a student room. This is a functional space saving addition but it isn't very aesthetically pleasing and the standard of finish wouldn't be high enough for a client of this calibre.
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A fold down bed where the cupboard door acts as a partition wall to give the bed some privacy and creates an office space with a desk on the other side.
This is a sleeping deck that makes the most of a high ceiling by adding several anchored mezzanine floors to utilise the space.
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Helidon 1:20 model testing results
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The above images are of my model being tested in the helidon. As can be seen from the labels the model was tested for July at 09:00, 12:00, 17:00 and December 09:00, 12:00 and 15:00 (there is no daylight at 17:00). From these images it is clear to see the life box does not get much light during the early hours of the day and hardly any at all during the winter months. This being a place for the client to unwind and relax the orientation cannot be changed because the driving force behind the building facing this direction is so Jack Wilshere can enjoy the evening sun set and the views. It is also important for the main West facing window to be the focus point and frame all views so the addition off any south facing windows will be kept to a minimum and will have to be strategically positioned.
overcast sky 1:20 model testing
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When comparing the results taken from the 1:20 life box model and the minimum requirements for completing specific tasks it is clear to see the building complies will all recommendations. There are certain areas of the building that are not bright enough to complete certain activities however those activities aren't things this client will be required to carry complete anyway.
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