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Light
The goal of this project was to take concepts to control light in ways that are interesting and allow us to create an atmosphere in these cathedrals. Controlling light in different ways such as light cannons with a shelf, windows with a blocker, and slits with a shelf as well as curved surfaces
Research
This is the Mount Angel Library designed by Alvar Aalto, where the light comes in and bounces downwards. This is a good example of bouncing light in such a way that creates an atmosphere outside of the skylight.
Light Models
Site Analysis
Building Height
Circulation
Spaces
Function
Summer
Fall
Winter
Spring
Site Plan
This site was not one often chose and the southwestern facing facade made it an interesting challenge to design. In addition, the fact that dorming students have easy access to the cathedral for their practices
Evelations
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