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BRIEF

A vertical graduate topical studio with two project phases that explore design, theoretical, and/or technological issues that affect current architectural thought and practice. Design explorations consisting of physical and digital models; digital drawings and prints; precedent studies; design process studies and diagrams; and verbal presentations at informal and formal reviews.

Austin continues its climb, topping charts as a desirable place to live, work, and visit, the influx of people has created not only a housing boom (and housing crunch), but also a strain on the hospitality industry. Students will explore the program type of the boutique hotel and its potential to contribute to the surrounding context, culture and playing threshold at the “inbetween” spaces of a diverse and quickly changing East Austin.

This course will examine several popular public spaces in the Austin area and how they respond to their context. This research and documentation will lend itself to a community and amenity-first approach to our boutique hotel.

SKILLS

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Foundation of incorporating concept to practice for wholistic project. Understand and represent site as constructed, community, culture and relationships between the physical and environmental conditions of East Austin. Ability to digitally analyze and model site design while incorporating zoning parameters. Understanding of architectural program as spatial opportunity extending beyond function. Develop an awareness of the unique culture of East Austin.

TASKS

Co-wrote, co-created syllabus and schedule and co-instructed alongside Matt Garcia. As a team we co-lead the studio through the mulitple phases of the projects. Travel to and from Austin to Lubbock while maintaining practice based projects in Austin. Specifically guided students in the creation of physical models, instruction on practical technical assembly of architecture, drafting and detail design.