The rooftop shows the partitions of informal space. These are timber stud walls that simply have an external render that depicts a concrete appearance - reminiscent of the Bunkers (Heritage of the site) Once again - this is going back to the Tabula Rasa concept of discovery.
The spaces are envisioned to be interactive/creative spaces, so the walls are quite functional and can have installations such as flat screen TVs and other interactive installations. This is a place where people can connect their technology, with wifi or simply keep it smple & old fashioned and reflect, by writing/drawing etc. The partitions help create subgroups, so people can divide themselves into groups or designate the use of the spaces.
The openings allow for entry and once again help articulate the site. The external edge of the roof is enclosed by a glass balustrade which allows the users to view the city/cliff etc.
The formal area above shows the high set windows, which are used to create a monumental architecture in the design (The opposite of human scale) & it means that views are not direct and it is a process of discovery.
The informal area (below) still has the high set windows which is operable for ventilation and lighting purposes, however there is additional glazing by the river edge which creates a connection with the river, without reverting to the panoramic program. So you basically only see a section of the site and this is a unique perception in itself.
The flooring is supported by exposed (Through the transparency) Universal Columns and beams which span.
The image below shows the resolution of the site intervention area. Essentially the suers are directed to this strip of land and it is therefore dramatic, as stated earlier. The Bridges are cantilevered to allow for a free movement through the cluttered area.
The overall understanding of the site in terms of perception, is that from a distance it does not read much. The rooftop does not appear unique, the building appears to just be placed by the rivers edge. It is only upon visiting the site that the connections and materiality become apparent
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