Our proposal is an installation in which an individual is physically involved. Wanting users to move through as opposed to passed the installation, the Portal creates a framework-enclosure which dictates a pathway. It acts as a space within a space in which movement is controlled.
Design by: Scott Shumaker, Mary Catherine Evans, Lauren Burnett and Andrew Economou
Construction: Studio of Professor Erin Carraher
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Design by: Scott Shumaker, Mary Catherine Evans, Lauren Burnett and Andrew Economou
Construction: Studio of Professor Erin Carraher
Diagram of process
Design by: Scott Shumaker, Mary Catherine Evans, Lauren Burnett and Andrew Economou
Construction: Studio of Professor Erin Carraher
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View through the lobby of Cowgil Hall (School of Architecture building)
Design by: Scott Shumaker, Mary Catherine Evans, Lauren Burnett and Andrew Economou
Construction: Studio of Professor Erin Carraher
Outside view at night
Design by: Scott Shumaker, Mary Catherine Evans, Lauren Burnett and Andrew Economou
Construction: Studio of Professor Erin Carraher
The process of design revolved around the rotation of equal square forms to redefine the entry into the building.
Design by: Scott Shumaker, Mary Catherine Evans, Lauren Burnett and Andrew Economou
Construction: Studio of Professor Erin Carraher
The connections between each vertical component follow the same proportions of the larger parts. They serve a structural as well as atmospheric purpose, creating a semi-enclosed passageway.
Design by: Scott Shumaker, Mary Catherine Evans, Lauren Burnett and Andrew Economou
Construction: Studio of Professor Erin Carraher
Close up view of joint between vertical and horizontal elements.
Design by: Scott Shumaker, Mary Catherine Evans, Lauren Burnett and Andrew Economou
Construction: Studio of Professor Erin Carraher
Portal serves as means of partially enclosing and refining the movement of the user within the lobby space. It controls and defines a clear path in and out of the building.
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Portal
Group collaboration to create a lobby installation based on rotation and user interaction.