Reconstructing complex boundaries that limit the needed relationship between in and out.
This thesis explores a new method that addresses the lack of engagement buildings have with their surroundings in dense, unsafe, urban environments. Providing a thorough understanding of the importance of interconnectedness, it attempts to negotiate the complexities that arise when trying to create interactive connections between in and out, while still providing protection. The claim is that you can create a free and engaging space in an unlikely environment that presents factors that limit interaction due to the need for control. The methodology presents a framework that analyzes the specific site conditions in order to successfully respond in a way that reconnects spatially and reunites a community by giving it an identity. Through collaboration of material changes, landscape and the development of a moveable flexible structure, relationships will evolve to result in fostering a positive environment. Creating an atmosphere that does not close off to but responds to the complex surroundings engages the user with in and out and becomes the essence if this thesis.
Models Exploring Spatial Relationships
Understanding the complexities of the Roxbury, MA site.
Understanding complex boundaries of the site that limit the needed interaction to rehabilitate and connection a community with an identity.
An abandoned building
rundown small commercial strip
new and old
heavy traffic and pedestrian traffic
heavy traffic/ central split
an abandoned building
new and old
the dudley bus station
today site is completely gated off and unused
run down shops
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