The Ratio of Forces: Their Application Within the Initiation of a Village
In discovering and forming thoughts about architecture I came to harbor a theory for all things around and within me. A complimenting ratio of forces that, thought their union, create a third equally important force. 1 + 1 = 3. This concept is presented here in its raw form thought the use of analog...
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Virginia Tech
2014
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| Summary: | In discovering and forming thoughts about architecture
I came to harbor a theory for all things around and within
me. A complimenting ratio of forces that, thought their
union, create a third equally important force. 1 + 1 = 3.
This concept is presented here in its raw form thought
the use of analogies and examples, then separated into
five simple categories demonstrating its use within
architecture: Preservation, Restoration, Renovation,
Addition, New Fabrication. Architectural integrity of
any given project is reviled by the character and skill
of the architect's manipulation of the contributing
forces present.
As an in depth example of how these ratios of forces can
be applied to an architectural project, an abandoned coal
mine sited in Montgomery County, Virginia is selected for
the initiation of a village. The historic forces of the
Tower and Plaza are transferred to the individual and
private scale aiding in the development of the village
unit. Existing structures and site features compliment
new elements creating the town fabric of units and streets
as well as the village's own towers and plazas. A community
created trough renovation -complimenting forces. === Master of Architecture |
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