Hew Williams (n6868835)
Architecture dab310
Architectural Apprenticeship
Maison A Bordeaux, France
welcome to my blog, Here i have designed a architects cabin based around the design of the house Maison A Bordeaux. enjoy!
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Cabin Features & the three design aspects
Within my cabin design I have tried to encapsulate allot of the original design aspects and features of the Maison A Bordeaux house. The design that has been created is very free and open. This is created but taking a minimalist approach. There are no interior walls within the structure, This coincides with the Bordeaux house’s second floor.
The materials used for the exterior structure are a mixture of concrete slabs and open glass panels i have used this because I like the texture of concrete for the interior walls and the massive glass areas let in plenty of light at any time of the day.
The design has been broken up into two main areas, private and public space. This has been done so when entertaining in the bottom area it is completely isolated from the private areas such as the bedroom and architect studio. This intern gives the occupants the choice of two containers for different human activities
The toilet facilities within my design have been encased with a polished aluminium dome. This idea has been created by manipulation of the stair case in the original Maison A Bordeaux design. The circular design also takes up minimal space within the house and acts as a structural column
( this is a picture of the staircase used within the Maison A Bordeaux house, it would look identical to the one i used within my design. )
Environmental filter
My design has been created to capture a great amount of natural light. The combination of no interior walls and large glass exterior walls allows sunlight to pass through just about every part of the house. The glass panels span the entire length of the building. These moods can also be contrasted at certain times of the day when the sun is low, this is because the concrete walls are solid apart from small portholes spanning there length. These holes let small amounts of light pass creating a soft and mysterious feel.
The house could be perceived as caves in a cliff face in the environmental sense because it juts out from a steep slope and is coloured in quite earthy tones and textures.
Container of human activities
My design adequately captures the needs of the occupant’s activities. This has been done by separating the house in to two critical sections. One for private human activities and one for public. These aspects I believe really give the occupants piece of mind when entertaining or generally living. The design is also very open plan. This allows for plenty of movement within the house without be constricted by rooms and doorways. The lack of walls in the design also gives the perception of the spaces being larger than they are. This perception acts very well within this design because the cabin is quite small.
The materials used for the exterior structure are a mixture of concrete slabs and open glass panels i have used this because I like the texture of concrete for the interior walls and the massive glass areas let in plenty of light at any time of the day.
The design has been broken up into two main areas, private and public space. This has been done so when entertaining in the bottom area it is completely isolated from the private areas such as the bedroom and architect studio. This intern gives the occupants the choice of two containers for different human activities
The toilet facilities within my design have been encased with a polished aluminium dome. This idea has been created by manipulation of the stair case in the original Maison A Bordeaux design. The circular design also takes up minimal space within the house and acts as a structural column( this is a picture of the staircase used within the Maison A Bordeaux house, it would look identical to the one i used within my design. )
Environmental filter
My design has been created to capture a great amount of natural light. The combination of no interior walls and large glass exterior walls allows sunlight to pass through just about every part of the house. The glass panels span the entire length of the building. These moods can also be contrasted at certain times of the day when the sun is low, this is because the concrete walls are solid apart from small portholes spanning there length. These holes let small amounts of light pass creating a soft and mysterious feel.
The house could be perceived as caves in a cliff face in the environmental sense because it juts out from a steep slope and is coloured in quite earthy tones and textures.
Container of human activities
My design adequately captures the needs of the occupant’s activities. This has been done by separating the house in to two critical sections. One for private human activities and one for public. These aspects I believe really give the occupants piece of mind when entertaining or generally living. The design is also very open plan. This allows for plenty of movement within the house without be constricted by rooms and doorways. The lack of walls in the design also gives the perception of the spaces being larger than they are. This perception acts very well within this design because the cabin is quite small.
Delightful experience
The amount of light that breaches the walls within the design creates a very soft and warm feel throughout the day. There are amazing views over Reciprocity River from any room within the house; this really does make it a joyful and comfortable space at any time of the day. The top floor is occupied by the architecture studio. This room has a 180 degree view across the landscape and is the highest point in the house. I believe the position of this studio would definitely provoke a delightful experience whilst designing and would also make you feel at one with the natural surroundings. The bedroom position also has amazing views over the Reciprocity River. It is a very private area yet it has been designed to feel “like you’re sleeping under the stars and waking up on the edge of a clip”.
Site Analysis and plans
Site Plan showing house roof, contour detail and direction position.
defined location
site position and location
defined location
site position and location
Idea gathering, concepts design finding
layout rough sections and idea defining sketches
rough sketches gathering design ideas
Monday, March 22, 2010
Exemplar House, Maison A Bordeaux
I believe the Maison A Bordeaux is on of the most prolific and spectacular designs of the Twentieth century, its original concepts and amazing materials used create an atmosphere that is truly incredible. I have chosen this particular house because i wanted to incorporate the design element used within the Maison A Bordeaux's structure within my own design.
(OMA, 2010)
Environmental Filter
The maison a Bordeaux house creates a very interactive feel with the environment as an environmental filter. The lower level is situated partially underground and has a lot of glass and viewing position of the court yard, this in turn creates a sense of unity with the hill the house is situated on. It also allows a great deal of light to penetrate the lower part of the house. The house acts as a natural filter by combining an incredibly designed exterior with dark earthy tones and unrefined materials.
(GIZMODO, 2008)
( OMA, 2010)
References
Architecture.about, 2010 http://architecture.about.com/library/blkoolhaas-maisonbordeaux.htm (Accessed 12/3/2010)
e-architect, 2010 http://www.e-architect.co.uk/bordeaux/maison_a_bordeaux.htm (Accessed 12/3/2010)
GIZMODO. 2008. http://www.gizmodo.fr/2008/03/29/koolhaas_la_maison_transformers.html (Accessed 13/3/2010)
Bradbury, Dominic. 2009. The Iconic House: Architectural masterworks since 1900. Thankes and Hudson. 2009.
(OMA) Office For Metropolitan Architecture.2010. http://www.oma.nl/ (Accessed 12/3/2010
(OMA, 2010)
Environmental Filter
The maison a Bordeaux house creates a very interactive feel with the environment as an environmental filter. The lower level is situated partially underground and has a lot of glass and viewing position of the court yard, this in turn creates a sense of unity with the hill the house is situated on. It also allows a great deal of light to penetrate the lower part of the house. The house acts as a natural filter by combining an incredibly designed exterior with dark earthy tones and unrefined materials.
(GIZMODO, 2008)Container of Human Activities
The Maison A Bordeaux was primarily designed around being a container of human activities; the original owner of the house was in a wheel chair so uncluttered mobility was crucial. Its design allows the occupant to move virtually obstruction free within the second floor. Top and bottom floor contain an interesting collection of obscure corners and rooms. This is still fully accessible for disabled occupants by a platform lift that runs throughout the centre of the house. There is also an additional stairwell that spans all three floors. Although being somewhat abstract in design, the house does create a very efficient general flow. This makes it very easy for occupants to move around the house with minimal fuss and effort. Because the house design is so unique and bold, it really does give the occupant a very delightful experience.
( OMA, 2010)Delightful Experience
The delightful experience within the Maison A Bordeaux is created by its contrast of minimalist design and obscure rooms. On the second level there are amazing, virtually unobstructed views of Bordeaux. These rooms are also very well lit. On the other hand you have the interesting rooms and views on level 3 with every porthole within the solid concrete frame giving a different perspective on the surrounding landscape. The bottom floor also expresses a delightful experience by creating a confined yet comforting mood. Its tight rooms wind through the bottom level and then open up to a massive court yard giving an impression of grand scale.
elevation 
the exemplar house site is thickly laced with bush and shrubbery
black and white concept sketch
detailed scetching
the exemplar house site is thickly laced with bush and shrubbery
exemplar house floor plans
References
Architecture.about, 2010 http://architecture.about.com/library/blkoolhaas-maisonbordeaux.htm (Accessed 12/3/2010)
e-architect, 2010 http://www.e-architect.co.uk/bordeaux/maison_a_bordeaux.htm (Accessed 12/3/2010)
GIZMODO. 2008. http://www.gizmodo.fr/2008/03/29/koolhaas_la_maison_transformers.html (Accessed 13/3/2010)
Bradbury, Dominic. 2009. The Iconic House: Architectural masterworks since 1900. Thankes and Hudson. 2009.
(OMA) Office For Metropolitan Architecture.2010. http://www.oma.nl/ (Accessed 12/3/2010
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