A diagram which depicts the sections and the spacial organisation of our structure.

An elevation of the final form of our structure. This shows the view from the train and the colour changes the passengers will view when travelling past our structure.

Our group presentation of our final concept to be presented to the client.

This photo portrays the second group presenting their initial concepts to the wider events group.

Model almost finished, depicting a section of frames which represent the pavilion

Plan of the transition from Pavilion to Seating Area and Herb Garden.

Part of the presentation showing how the function as well as the form of the installation will be divided according to it's program.

Elevation of pavilion on AutoCAD

Drawing up elevations on AutoCAD

A Panorama picture i took of the close by estate designed by Laura Sanderson

We thought to use the local Scout group to help put the wattle together within the structure.

Walking through the site.

This photo was taken from a higher level which gave us a better idea of the relationship between the railway and site.

On our last meeting we presented our final proposal and the fifth year students gave us feedback on our work. The event was considered a success.

We made some changes regarding the final design of our proposal. The frames of the structures would be 3 meters apart and the 'screen' between them would be a wattle structure (in the construction of which the local community could take part). Within the wattle vegetation may grow

Last day's presentations were awesome!!

Session 6: Although we were supposed to present to the architects the final design proposals, due to the fact that their office was very busy, we had to reschedule. However, we concluded our event with presenting to each other!

Shou Sugi Ban – This is a Japanese method for burning the outside of the wood to give it a unique black appearance. The black colour makes a strong contrast with the orange paint making it stand out even more. As well as this, the method of burning the timber helps to preserve it, lowing maintenance costs for the future.

Night ......

As shown in plan the frames would be rotated at an angle of 45° to optimise the space given on the site. If the frames were perpendicular to the site there would be less than 3m worth of space but by rotating them you can get frames with a width of 4.25m. The other advantage of rotating the frames is that they open up to the public, allowing easier access into the pavilion.

Train passengers' view to the proposal design.

Final Presentation, Pavilion

This is an elevation as seen from the South, the train side. We have added orange colouration to the outside, to make it more interactive for the train passengers. The colours shift from light to dark to light, which would make a fascinating illusion whilst travelling at over 100mph on the train.

Through perspectives we were able to show some of the finer details of our initial ideas. For example lighting at night, initially we thought lighting top of the frames directed downwards would be suitable however it did not light up the shape of frames. So ground lighting directed up would be more suitable in this case as it would make the pavilion visible and safe at night. Another positive from using lighting on the ground is we could take advantage of solar powered lights, making them self sufficient, reducing the annual energy cost. We also looked into adding foliage to the tops of the frames, this makes them look more natural but the maintenance could be costly. The biggest positive from the perspectives is how it shows the rhythm of the frames and how they enclose the space.

The initial idea was to create a repetitive frame that would span the distance of the site with the key idea of function, aesthetics and cost in mind. So through sketching we experimented with different forms that the frames could be in, whilst thinking about how they could be used by the public. The third row of sketches shows the first idea of having the narrow pointed frames with multiple functions; pavilion, open/closed playing area, seating and herb gardens.

Our brief was set by the New Charter Housing Group, who own 20,000 properties mostly around the Aston area. These properties are mainly council housing but also include privately owned retail, care and education buildings. As a group we were given the task to fill a plot of land that is roughly 3m x 200m, adjacent to a housing estate that is being built this year.

Final models of the proposed structure.

Session 6: Final presentation day.

The partial model of our final design

Day 6
Final presentation day. I made a model in order to show how the structure would work in a 3D environment

After changing and polishing off our final design we presented our final idea to the fifth years and would be sent digitally to the client to have a look at our scheme.

Session 5: Detailed elevation and plan/section showing materiality.

Day 5
Assembly details for the structure

Day 4
Finalized elevations with materials and background

Session 4: Part of the detailed plan with more refined structural frames and timber planks.

Session 3: Plan of the proposed structure, showing the general shape of the frames.

Day 3
Figuring out the structural details on the elevation

Session 2: Initial sketches and ideas for our proposal.

Day 2
We met with the fifth years in studio and showed them our initial ideas for the proposal.

Session 1: Meeting with New Charter and site visit.

Proposal's concept model to help the client understand our proposal better.

Proposal's site elevation.

Proposal presentation to the client!

Spiral model of design//

Final Presentation

Our design explained using a color scheme.

Sketches illustrating the playful scheme and ambience of our design!

Final presentation day.

Adding textures onto the elevations and plan with photoshop.

The 3D model is completed and ready for final rendering.

Creating the final 3D model, using AutoCAD 3D, for the final presentation.

Event 00 came by while we were having tutorials to take photos!

Session 5: We had tutorial with both groups in order for them to show us their progress and to advice them on how to proceed and make the best for the final presentation of the two proposals to the collaborator.

Session 5: Group tutorials to get ready for the final presentation to the client!

photshopping the night view for site's perspective view!

Proposing different ideas to the client through the use of mock up models! scale 1:50

Trying to make the client's proposal more ecological by adding greenery and vegetation. Photoshoping the elevation!

Went to ashton under lyne for the client's site analysis and pictures!

Draft ; 3D computer generated model to find out how the design would look like in reality.

3D computer generated model.

How train passengers would see the design from their view point.

3D computer generated model for our group proposal. It is a first draft and would be refined more ................

Perspective showing different activities in playing area.

Combined slides from the presentation of the groups work with elevations, perspectives and sketches for the proposed structure.

Presenting our final idea to fifth years

working different perspectives for the client's proposal!

Photoshopping the perspective to show the night view!

Session 4: Really nice hand drawn sketches presented to explain the scheme.

Session 4: An initial concept model made by first and second years to illustrate their idea. Nice shadows!!

Session 4: Presentations of the two proposals. The plan was to either choose one scheme or try to combine them together but at the end we decided to present them both to the architect.

Session 4: We had presentations of the 2 schemes in order to decide which of the two to continue with. However, we decided to continue with both proposals and present in the end to the architect both schemes for them to have the final say.

Sketch of a part of our designed structure for New Charter. The structure has multiple uses like seating areas, working areas, bike racks and play area for children. :D

Today we had our review. Fifth years made a choice to continue our work as different groups in order to produce two options for the client.

Test model of our idea. Steel structure made with small parts of timber. :D

Showing the different selection of activities available on the steel ribbon: climbing nets, monkey bars, slides, seating areas and tables.

Color coding in blue the multiple sheltered areas of a winding curvilinear structure designed for all ages; integrating fun, leisure and play.

Model showing materiality and colors for design plan//

//Second sketch showing a different section of the design, a different design for a seating area as a bench with curls to complement the playful structure.