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Show This project represents many elements important to my thesis. First, the project attempts to architecturally frame a space for reconnection of a people with their regional past. The siting and layout captures a bend in the Catawba River which frames a dialogue between the community and the river which allowed its settlement. Most importantly, I am facinated by McDonough's philosophy on architecture as explained in his Hannover Principles: Design for Sustainability, and how they are represented in this museum project. The relationship of humanity and nature is key in design. McDonough takes a stance similar to my thesis by insisting on the right of humanity and nature to coexist. He recognizes an interdependence with inherent trade- offs. Architecturally, the interweaving of the museum into the landscape acknowledges impacts of intervention. Counteracting forces are also expressed through the structure and materiality. The historic references to fishing weirs, which become retaining walls cutting deeply into the earth, provide a powerful metaphor of interdependence. Though trade- offs exist, negative costs can be low or even eliminated as evidenced by the natural aesthetic and sustainable building controls. Entry Meadow Section: Exhibit Section: 8 |
