Project Description
The purpose of this project is to focus on the city as a site for architecture by developing an awareness of social, cultural, and ecological factors that shape urban contexts and building forms. Initially, various modes of urban analysis were applied to the site, leading to the development of typological and tectonic strategies for form and use. In the context of Midtown Atlanta, it was determined that the site is situated in a transitional area between urban dense zones and housing typologies.
Through a specific analysis of the population in this area, it was discovered that Midtown serves as a significant location for the activities of the LGBTQ+ youth community in Atlanta. Additionally, Midtown is home to a substantial elderly population and adolescents. This diversity in the population adds complexity to the functionality of the site, creating a mixing space that serves not only as a transition for building typologies but also as a place for interaction among different demographic groups. Through the practice of mixing and modeling experiments, we aim to explore the blended states between different materials. This approach employs mapping techniques to metaphorically represent the distinctive qualities of the site, specifically its geographic characteristics that converge and harmonize multiple identities.
As a result, this project aims to practice architecture as a form of advocacy, advocating for radical changes in space and place through architectural practice. The vision is to conceptualize new urban architectures that embody principles of equality, inclusion, safety, and livelihood. The building is conceived as a device to actively participate in the creation of safe spaces, brave spaces, and diversity within the built environment.