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       Project 2
  Contextual Fit

In this project, we are tasked with designing an addition to the Smith House, built in 1965 by architect Richard Meier. The new design must respect the original architecture by analyzing and incorporating its existing systems and patterns.​ We are also asked to develop a concept that responds to the homeowners' current needs, while introducing new elements or systems not found in the original house.

Narrative

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Mr. and Mrs. Smith have a daughter who enjoys reading. She complains that she does not have enough room to store her books. To fix this, they have decided to add onto their home. They want to expand the family room and transform that area into a dedicated library for their daughter. The new space will include cozy seating and plenty of natural light to make reading even more enjoyable. Their hope is to create a quiet, inspiring place where she can grow her collection and spend hours immersed in her favorite stories.

Hierarchy: Family Room

Meta-Idea: Book

Sorting of Spaces

Private

Master Bedroom

Master Bath

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Public

Patio

Dining Room

Kitchen

Living Room

Family Room

Deck

Exercise Room

Group

Patio

Family Room

Deck

Exercise Room

Individual

Master Bedroom

Master Bath

Bedrooms

Bathrooms

Existing Floor Plans

Existing Building Systems & Patterns

Preliminary Design

Final Floor Plans

Exercise Room
Family Room
Living Room
Patio
Bedroom
Bath
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Bedroom
Bath
Dining Room
Patio
Kitchen
Bath
Bath
Bedroom
Bedroom
Bedroom
Master Bedroom
Open
Open
Sitting Area

Elevations

Sections

3D Sections

Meta-Idea

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Final Design

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