Why the Thunderbird site?
What is missing from this place? Through multiple site visits and our most recent site analysis assignment (I received the “What is missing from this place?” card), I started to think more about the characteristics of the site, its challenges and its opportunities. Looking closely at the site that I have selected, I noticed how […]
Zoning Regulations Research Summary
Over the last few days, I researched the zoning code requirements for my project site. The zoning code research helped me understand some of the formal and legal requirements of the site and its corresponding zoning regulations. These findings have impacted my preliminary program ideas, helped me have a better understanding of the City of […]
Program
At the site I have chosen on NE 9th Avenue and NE Holladay Street, I will be proposing a mixed-use housing development with commercial use at the ground floor. The buildings facing Holladay will respond to the Farmers Market across the street and have strong pedestrian-oriented building facades. The opposing corner of the site, which […]
Zoning
According to Portland’s zoning requirements in this area, the site I am interested in is under the Central Commercial Zone (CX). It is a zone “intended to provide for commercial development within Portland’s most urban and intense areas” with a “broad range of uses allowed to reflect Portland’s role as a commercial, cultural and governmental center.” […]
Collage
I’m working on collaging together photographs of the site and surrounding areas to pull color and texture inspiration.
Existing Building Uses
The existing building uses in the Lloyd District are mostly commercial retail and office spaces with a small amount of residential, especially along the main streets. Because there are so many people commuting to work in this area, providing an adequate amount of housing could allow for less travel time to and from the offices, […]
Annotated Bibliography
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Annotated Bibliography
Crosbie, Michael J. Class Architecture. Mulgrave, Vic.: Images Pub. Group, 2001. Print. This book explores the design and programming needs for educational centers and schools. Since this is something that I am going to be looking further into designing, it is important to know what is required at a center like this. The book […]
Resources
Works Cited “BBC Nature – Bioluminescence Videos, News and Facts.” BBC – Homepage. Web. 12 Nov. 2011. <http://www.bbc.co.uk/nature/adaptations/Bioluminescence>. BBC is a great resource for video clips and research about bioluminescence, which I plan to incorporate into my building designs. “Current … Continue reading →