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    PROJECT 2
  Contextual Fit

Contextual Fit-

The goal is to create an addition to the Smith House, a residence designed in 1965 by Richard Meier. This project requires a close analysis of the home’s original design, focusing on its structure, style, and overall architectural approach in order to ensure the new addition blends seamlessly with what already exists. In addition, the design must respond to the present-day needs of the occupants, incorporating new ideas or features in a way that complements—rather than disrupts—the character of the original house.

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Narrative-

The Smith family recently moved to Long Island in search of a better and more active lifestyle. As they began exploring new activities together, they discovered a shared passion for playing tennis. When they are on the court they experience a sense of freedom, focus, and a strong connection with the open environment. Inspired by these feelings, the design of their home aims to recreate that same atmosphere.

Hierarchy-Family room

Meta Idea- Tennis

Sorting of Space

Public-

Private-

Group-

Individual-

Living Room
Exercise Room
Family Room

Living Room
Family Room
Deck

Master Bedroom
Master Bath
Bathrooms
Bedrooms

Master Bedroom
Master Bath
Bathrooms
Bedrooms

Existing Floor Plans

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Existing Systems

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New Floor Plans

LOWER LEVEL

OPEN TO FAMILY ROOM

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DINING ROOM

BEDROOM

KITCHEN

LOWER PATIO

BATH

 MASTER BATH

MASTER BEDROOM

BEDROOM

OFFICE

BEDROOM

BATH

BEDROOM

OPEN TO BELOW

OPEN TO FAMILY ROOM

EXCERSISE ROOM

ENTRY LEVEL

ENTRY LEVEL

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OPEN TO LIVING ROOM

FAMILY ROOM

UPPER
PATIO

BEDROOM

CLO.

BATH

EXERCISE ROOM

New Floor Plan Analysis

CIRCULATION

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STRUCTURE

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COLUMS

BEARING WALL

GIRDERS

FUNCTION

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PRIVATE

PUBLIC

HIERARHY

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Preliminary Designs

PRELIMINARY DESIGN 1

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PRELIMINARY DESIGN 3

PRELIMINARY DESIGN 2

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CONCEPTUAL META-IDEA

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EXISTING SYSTEM BROUGHT INTO THE NEW ADDITION:

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GLASS CURTAIN
WALL

RAILINGS

BEARING WALLS

HALF WALLS

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COLUMS & GIRDERS

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ELEVATIONS

FRONT ELEVATION

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BACK ELEVATION

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LEFT ELEVATION

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RIGHT ELEVATION

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SECTIONS

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3-D SECTIONS

TRANSFORMATION PROCESS

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TRANSFORMATION PROCESS

3D VIEW

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RENDERS

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