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GRADUATE WORK

RICthe Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

East North Water Street, Chicago, IL320

DESIGN IDEOLOGY

ith the incontrover�ble existence of many

Wnaturally gi�ed singers, musicians, painters,

sculptors and ar�sts, it can be strongly argued that

there are natural architects. Individuals who have a phenomenal

cogni�ve ability to sense and advance their surrounding

environment. Characters displaying an amalgama�on of this

genomic ability, with a scorching innermost desire for

innova�on for the sake of serving mankind, are those who are

be�er equipped to form architecture.

Through thousands of years of trial and error, cultures through

their natural architects have given a uniqueness to their own

structures, their congenital architectural language. What we can

undoubtedly observe today is a vast dilu�on of this indigenous

individuality. Driven handcuffed and blinded into a city these

days, one can’t really differen�ate their own loca�on, apparat

from the spoken language and perhaps some clima�c features.

The assembly line, the mere need for economic frugality,

synthe�c cheap material produc�on, an economically

mo�vated educa�onal system that promises “How to Architect”

for thousands of people, the rise of computer so�ware, the

internet which allowed interna�onal project collabora�on using

cloud services, has to an extent homogenized naturally born

architects with their non-natural counterparts, and thus a total

liquefac�on of significant varia�on in architectural language.

Enriched vernacularism, we believe that architecture today

should not refrain from the beau�ful cultural heritage of

thousands of years of natural architectural ability. Architecture

should hold true to the iden��es of its own people, their

cultures, and their own environmental diversity. However

through monitoring the use of digital technologies, and applying

a holis�c approach of iden�fying, a�aining and mixing the high

cogni�ve abili�es of natural architects, thousands of years of

cultural experimenta�on from east to west, by placing

norma�ve architectural theories on building design to decades

of rigorous scien�fic research and by analyzing big data

generated from a vast post occupancy evalua�on study, that is

when architecture can proceed to the next level.

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Table Of Contents

01

02

03

GRADUATE WORK



DESIGN IDEOLOGY

ith the incontrover�ble existence of many

Wnaturally gi�ed singers, musicians, painters,

sculptors and ar�sts, it can be strongly argued that

there are natural architects. Individuals who have a phenomenal

cogni�ve ability to sense and advance their surrounding

environment. Characters displaying an amalgama�on of this

genomic ability, with a scorching innermost desire for

innova�on for the sake of serving mankind, are those who are

be�er equipped to form architecture.

Through thousands of years of trial and error, cultures through

their natural architects have given a uniqueness to their own

structures, their congenital architectural language. What we can

undoubtedly observe today is a vast dilu�on of this indigenous

individuality. Driven handcuffed and blinded into a city these

days, one can’t really differen�ate their own loca�on, apparat

from the spoken language and perhaps some clima�c features.

The assembly line, the mere need for economic frugality,

synthe�c cheap material produc�on, an economically

mo�vated educa�onal system that promises “How to Architect”

for thousands of people, the rise of computer so�ware, the

internet which allowed interna�onal project collabora�on using

cloud services, has to an extent homogenized naturally born

architects with their non-natural counterparts, and thus a total

liquefac�on of significant varia�on in architectural language.

Enriched vernacularism, we believe that architecture today

should not refrain from the beau�ful cultural heritage of

thousands of years of natural architectural ability. Architecture

should hold true to the iden��es of its own people, their

cultures, and their own environmental diversity. However

through monitoring the use of digital technologies, and applying

a holis�c approach of iden�fying, a�aining and mixing the high

cogni�ve abili�es of natural architects, thousands of years of

cultural experimenta�on from east to west, by placing

norma�ve architectural theories on building design to decades

of rigorous scien�fic research and by analyzing big data

generated from a vast post occupancy evalua�on study, that is

when architecture can proceed to the next level.

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PROF.THERESETIERNEY 01

Site Location

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OFFICES

OFFICESRETAIL

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banking

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This luxury condominium high-rise includes boat slips for

direct river access from the building.In the base of the

building is a 7-story parking garage serviced by a valet

service using freight elevators.

The Merchandise Mart (or the Merch Mart, or the Mart) is

a commercial building located in the Near North Side of

Chicago, Illinois, United States. When it opened in 1930 it

was the largest building in the world, with 4,000,000

square feet (372,000 m2) of floor space.

333 West Wacker Drive is a highrise office building in

Chicago, Illinois. On the side facing the Chicago River, the

building features a curved green glass façade, while on the

other side the building adheres to the usual rectangular

street grid.

300 North LaSalle is a 60-story mixed-use building,

constructed from 2006 to 2009, located on the north bank

of the Chicago River on the Near North Side community

area of Chicago, Illinois, United States.

155 North Wacker is a 48 story skyscraper located in

Chicago, Illinois designed by Goe�sch Partners and was

developed by the John Buck Company.[1][2] It stands 638

feet (195 m).[1] It has received LEED silver pre-cer�fica�on.

density

transit

playgrounds

farmers markets

The interven�on creates a matrix of formal and informal work

se�ngs, crossed by individual and collec�ve ways of

encountering different people. Face to face contact is very

important in the process of knowledge crea�on. By

increasing these interac�ons throughout the interven�on,

from places where people meet, to places where people sit

casually. Various transparencies and programma�c

arrangements allow different users to sneak peak at what

others are doing while wai�ng for a train for instance.

The changing of the typical office floor plan responds not

only to func�onal reasons but to environmental performance

and the overall character of the interven�on as well, the

juxtaposi�on of housing units, and offices may increase the

entrepreneurs overall well being. The interven�on aims to

provide an ever increasing collabora�ve environment.

The matrix of spa�al rela�onships aim to reduce the

innova�ve stressful lifestyle, these spa�al rela�onships are

evident in the programma�c layering diagram. They aim to

provide an increased engagement of nature, social support

and exercise.

he design of the interven�on seeks an urban mapping

Tstrategy that studied various aspects of the city’s

context. The interven�on aims to reinforce the

posi�ve aspects of the city. The interven�on’s site is a

confluence of rails, river, streets and pedestrian paths that

serve as conduits of knowledge, informa�on and material.

A contextual mapping of the surrounding neighborhood

sparked by a data analysis theme, seeks to form a cataloguing

ac�vity that mapped the absence of various vital func�ons of

a neighborhood, hence what was not there to inform what

was there. The mapping of the neighborhood showed a great

shortage of affordable housing within the surrounding area.

With the proximity of google new offices, 1871 this absence

marks an ever increased need for affordable housing for

entrepreneurs and intrapreneuars.

The interven�on aims to increase the density and

concentra�on of different social a�ractors. This calls for a

new socio-economic and socio-ac�vity arrangements. The

interven�on is a mixed use development where startups’

demands could converge with research and knowledge

crea�on. The process of knowledge transfer, finding

opportuni�es, adding value to the exis�ng Chicago

experience.

Dabouq Hotel

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3rdyear


stru

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1styear


Site Location

Riverbend RESIDENCES

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ce

crite

riaeconomic

artistic

entrepreneurial

community

8349

Merchandise martRETAIL

inu

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ce

crite

riaeconomic

artistic

entrepreneurial

community

10986

EDUCATOINAL

RETAIL

RESIDENCES

GREENSPACE

inu

en

ce

crite

riaeconomic

artistic

entrepreneurial

community

7576

300 North La SalleOFFICES

333 Wacker Drive

inu

en

ce

crite

riaeconomic

artistic

entrepreneurial

community

5346

OFFICES

OFFICESRETAIL

RESIDENCESGREENSPACE

inu

en

ce

crite

riaeconomic

artistic

entrepreneurial

community

5576

155 North Wacker

banking

contextual mapping

This luxury condominium high-rise includes boat slips for

direct river access from the building.In the base of the

building is a 7-story parking garage serviced by a valet

service using freight elevators.

The Merchandise Mart (or the Merch Mart, or the Mart) is

a commercial building located in the Near North Side of

Chicago, Illinois, United States. When it opened in 1930 it

was the largest building in the world, with 4,000,000

square feet (372,000 m2) of floor space.

333 West Wacker Drive is a highrise office building in

Chicago, Illinois. On the side facing the Chicago River, the

building features a curved green glass façade, while on the

other side the building adheres to the usual rectangular

street grid.

300 North LaSalle is a 60-story mixed-use building,

constructed from 2006 to 2009, located on the north bank

of the Chicago River on the Near North Side community

area of Chicago, Illinois, United States.

155 North Wacker is a 48 story skyscraper located in

Chicago, Illinois designed by Goe�sch Partners and was

developed by the John Buck Company.[1][2] It stands 638

feet (195 m).[1] It has received LEED silver pre-cer�fica�on.

density

transit

playgrounds

farmers markets

The interven�on creates a matrix of formal and informal work

se�ngs, crossed by individual and collec�ve ways of

encountering different people. Face to face contact is very

important in the process of knowledge crea�on. By

increasing these interac�ons throughout the interven�on,

from places where people meet, to places where people sit

casually. Various transparencies and programma�c

arrangements allow different users to sneak peak at what

others are doing while wai�ng for a train for instance.

The changing of the typical office floor plan responds not

only to func�onal reasons but to environmental performance

and the overall character of the interven�on as well, the

juxtaposi�on of housing units, and offices may increase the

entrepreneurs overall well being. The interven�on aims to

provide an ever increasing collabora�ve environment.

The matrix of spa�al rela�onships aim to reduce the

innova�ve stressful lifestyle, these spa�al rela�onships are

evident in the programma�c layering diagram. They aim to

provide an increased engagement of nature, social support

and exercise.

he design of the interven�on seeks an urban mapping

Tstrategy that studied various aspects of the city’s

context. The interven�on aims to reinforce the

posi�ve aspects of the city. The interven�on’s site is a

confluence of rails, river, streets and pedestrian paths that

serve as conduits of knowledge, informa�on and material.

A contextual mapping of the surrounding neighborhood

sparked by a data analysis theme, seeks to form a cataloguing

ac�vity that mapped the absence of various vital func�ons of

a neighborhood, hence what was not there to inform what

was there. The mapping of the neighborhood showed a great

shortage of affordable housing within the surrounding area.

With the proximity of google new offices, 1871 this absence

marks an ever increased need for affordable housing for

entrepreneurs and intrapreneuars.

The interven�on aims to increase the density and

concentra�on of different social a�ractors. This calls for a

new socio-economic and socio-ac�vity arrangements. The

interven�on is a mixed use development where startups’

demands could converge with research and knowledge

crea�on. The process of knowledge transfer, finding

opportuni�es, adding value to the exis�ng Chicago

experience.

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Granular Programmatic Section Study

EducationalFacilities

Granular Programmatic Layering Study

Programmatic Enclosure Study

SITE PART A4540 sqm48868 sqf

SITE PART B4080 sqm43916 sqf

SITE PART C3282 sqm35327 sqf

SITE PART D2663.5 sqm28669 sqf

SITE PART E1436.8 sqm15465 sqf

TOTAL BUILDBLE AREA16000 sqm172250 sqf

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Looking towards a lower densityurban area, the water brings aboutpeace of mind.

viewing a very beautiful scenery towards the River the view looksat amazing buildings.

Views towards an elite building environment represented by beautiful architecture.

Views towards an old unattractive building.

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Site streets and view quality

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ndexing the en�re influence of the neighborhood by

Iusing numerical averages, and reflec�ng this influence on

most programma�c func�ons, a program influence index

out of 4 was produced. When the program was matched with

various users to see the most efficient use for spaces in

neighborhood, a UPI (user and programma�c index) was

produced. Any values that surpassed a value of 5/10 made it

into the program. Programma�c spaces were determined

according to site spa�al requirements. The spaces were

arranged in a bridge manner to span above the circula�on

confluences, views and environmental factors were also

taken into considera�on. The overall spacial layering was

covered with an enclosure that mimics the fluidity of the

Chicago river and the edge of the river, and the rail lines to

reflect an overall both organic and parametric character for

the interven�on.

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Granular Programmatic Section Study

EducationalFacilities

Granular Programmatic Layering Study

Programmatic Enclosure Study

SITE PART A4540 sqm48868 sqf

SITE PART B4080 sqm43916 sqf

SITE PART C3282 sqm35327 sqf

SITE PART D2663.5 sqm28669 sqf

SITE PART E1436.8 sqm15465 sqf

TOTAL BUILDBLE AREA16000 sqm172250 sqf

Buildble Area

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+Trains give of a strange chaotic vibrance to the viewer.

Looking towards a lower densityurban area, the water brings aboutpeace of mind.

viewing a very beautiful scenery towards the River the view looksat amazing buildings.

Views towards an elite building environment represented by beautiful architecture.

Views towards an old unattractive building.

-

Site streets and view quality

-

ndexing the en�re influence of the neighborhood by

Iusing numerical averages, and reflec�ng this influence on

most programma�c func�ons, a program influence index

out of 4 was produced. When the program was matched with

various users to see the most efficient use for spaces in

neighborhood, a UPI (user and programma�c index) was

produced. Any values that surpassed a value of 5/10 made it

into the program. Programma�c spaces were determined

according to site spa�al requirements. The spaces were

arranged in a bridge manner to span above the circula�on

confluences, views and environmental factors were also

taken into considera�on. The overall spacial layering was

covered with an enclosure that mimics the fluidity of the

Chicago river and the edge of the river, and the rail lines to

reflect an overall both organic and parametric character for

the interven�on.

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STARTUP OFFICES

Startup offices are cheap a n d l o c a t e d n e x t t o residen�al units.

These residen�al units act in order to excel the innova�ve process of entrepreneurs.

STARTUP RESIDENTIAL UNITS

RESTAURANTSAND COFFEE SHOPS

Work as a main a � r a c � o n t o pedestrians

STARTUP COLABORATION

Can act as a market for new innova�ons or to increase publicity of certain passers.

CTA PASSENGER STOP

The CAT. Passenger stop works on a�rac�ng people to the buildings.

The sloped areas can be used as natura l p lay ing and exercising fields. Also the nature of the buildings layout is linear and increases the steps traveled significantly.

OPEN SPACE GYMNASIUM INDOOR GREEN AREAS AND SPORTING

Green areas increase nature engagement and thus reduce stress thus increasing the overall health of the residents a n d w o r k e r s . T h i s a l s o increases social support.

MARKETS

LIBRARY ANDRESEARCH CENTER

PRESENTATION AUDITORIUM

cars and passersCTA

FREIGHT TRAIN

cta station level enclosure system

GLASS CLOSED ALL OPEN ALL CLOSED

closing and PV glass/ ven�la�on flap

EXTERIOR ENCLOSURE

AIR FLOW BARRIER

ENCLOSED SPACEAREA

INTERIOR SPACEAREA

light diverted towardsglass and up towards the shiny ceiling or awaytowards the outside depending on exposure levels and IR radia�on values.

air flow is controlled by PV glass flaps depending on wind temperature and humidity.

when glass flaps are totally closed air is pumped in this enclosed space to regulate temperatures and humidity.

transparent low e- glass containing transparent PV cel ls to gather electric ligh�ng and power its self.

below ap to reect sun away from building.

highly transparent op�mally curved surface to divert and concentrate light into PV glass and upper shiny ceilings.

This space benefit from the exterior exposure the most thus considerably dropping energy consump�on.

ap system

The rendering represents the enclosed space area and how different users can benefit from it in summer and winter seasons. When the weather condi�ons are within human comfort levels the flap system opens allowing the space to be used as an outer getaway.

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STARTUP OFFICES

Startup offices are cheap a n d l o c a t e d n e x t t o residen�al units.



RESTAURANTSAND COFFEE SHOPS

Work as a main a � r a c � o n t o pedestrians

STARTUP COLABORATION

Can act as a market for new innova�ons or to increase publicity of certain passers.

CTA PASSENGER STOP

The CAT. Passenger stop works on a�rac�ng people to the buildings.

The sloped areas can be used as natura l p lay ing and exercising fields. Also the nature of the buildings layout is linear and increases the steps traveled significantly.

OPEN SPACE GYMNASIUM INDOOR GREEN AREAS AND SPORTING

Green areas increase nature engagement and thus reduce stress thus increasing the overall health of the residents a n d w o r k e r s . T h i s a l s o increases social support.

MARKETS

LIBRARY ANDRESEARCH CENTER

PRESENTATION AUDITORIUM

cars and passersCTA

FREIGHT TRAIN

cta station level enclosure system

GLASS CLOSED ALL OPEN ALL CLOSED

closing and PV glass/ ven�la�on flap

EXTERIOR ENCLOSURE

AIR FLOW BARRIER

ENCLOSED SPACEAREA

INTERIOR SPACEAREA

light diverted towardsglass and up towards the shiny ceiling or awaytowards the outside depending on exposure levels and IR radia�on values.

air flow is controlled by PV glass flaps depending on wind temperature and humidity.

when glass flaps are totally closed air is pumped in this enclosed space to regulate temperatures and humidity.

transparent low e- glass containing transparent PV cel ls to gather electric ligh�ng and power its self.

below ap to reect sun away from building.

highly transparent op�mally curved surface to divert and concentrate light into PV glass and upper shiny ceilings.

This space benefit from the exterior exposure the most thus considerably dropping energy consump�on.

ap system

The rendering represents the enclosed space area and how different users can benefit from it in summer and winter seasons. When the weather condi�ons are within human comfort levels the flap system opens allowing the space to be used as an outer getaway.

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The CTA sta�on transparent entrance acts as a vital part of the interven�on. People

and entrepreneurs can share knowledge increase exposure by producing project

development in the nearby library and auditorium by presen�ng their new projects.

cta station

An Epicurean Society

1 Friends

play areas

near home offices

near home classes

home quarantine, medical rooms

2 Freedom

financial freedom

equality, nocompetition

real motivation

Analyzed Life

nature preservation

meditation real motivation

Pleasure is the greatest good, to attain such pleasure is to live modestly, and gain

knowledge of the workings of the world and the limit of ones own desires. The

intervention aims to endorse the aspects of this society.

Atraxia : peace and the freedom from fear

Aponia: absence of pain

Understanding your passions.

Loving the place that you live in.

The parking acts as core to fold the en�re building, the transfer slab above acts as a noise barrier.

PARKING AND PRIVATE CIRCULATION

WATER FRONT GREEN AREAS

T h e s e a r e a s c a n b e landscaped or le� untouched for city development to take ac�on.

ELECTRO-MECHAN ICAL STORAGE AND SERVICES

CTA STOP AND KNOWLEDGE CENTER

CASUAL EXHIBITION

AND WAITINGAREA

CTA WAITINGAREA

AUDITORIUMOPEN TO PUBLIC

DOWN

CONTROL

conceptual plans

Upper Interior


plan at pedestrian level n30ft

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The CTA sta�on transparent entrance acts as a vital part of the interven�on. People

and entrepreneurs can share knowledge increase exposure by producing project

development in the nearby library and auditorium by presen�ng their new projects.

cta station

An Epicurean Society

1 Friends

play areas

near home offices

near home classes

home quarantine, medical rooms

2 Freedom

financial freedom

equality, nocompetition

real motivation

Analyzed Life

nature preservation

meditation real motivation

Pleasure is the greatest good, to attain such pleasure is to live modestly, and gain

knowledge of the workings of the world and the limit of ones own desires. The

intervention aims to endorse the aspects of this society.

Atraxia : peace and the freedom from fear

Aponia: absence of pain

Understanding your passions.

Loving the place that you live in.

The parking acts as core to fold the en�re building, the transfer slab above acts as a noise barrier.


WATER FRONT GREEN AREAS

T h e s e a r e a s c a n b e landscaped or le� untouched for city development to take ac�on.

ELECTRO-MECHAN ICAL STORAGE AND SERVICES

CTA STOP AND KNOWLEDGE CENTER

CASUAL EXHIBITION

AND WAITINGAREA

CTA WAITINGAREA

AUDITORIUMOPEN TO PUBLIC

DOWN

CONTROL

conceptual plans

Upper Interior


plan at pedestrian level n30ft

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CTA PASSENGER STOPThe CAT. Passenger stop works on a�rac�ng people to the buildings.

STARTUP COLABORATIONCan act as a market for new innova�ons or to increase publicity of certain passers.

RESTAURANTS AND COFFEE SHOPSWork as a main a�rac�on to pedestrians a

The sloped areas can be used as natural playing and exercising fields. Also the nature of the buildings layout is linear and increases the steps traveled significantly.

OPEN SPACE GYMNASIUM

INDOOR GREEN AREAS AND SPORTING Green areas increase nature engagement and thus reduce stress thus increasing the overall health of the residents and workers. This also increases social support.



STARTUP OFFICESStartup offices are cheap and located next to residen�al units.

plan at upper levels n30ft

conceptual plans

Upper Interior

Back Elevation

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CTA PASSENGER STOPThe CAT. Passenger stop works on a�rac�ng people to the buildings.

STARTUP COLABORATIONCan act as a market for new innova�ons or to increase publicity of certain passers.

RESTAURANTS AND COFFEE SHOPSWork as a main a�rac�on to pedestrians a

The sloped areas can be used as natural playing and exercising fields. Also the nature of the buildings layout is linear and increases the steps traveled significantly.

OPEN SPACE GYMNASIUM

INDOOR GREEN AREAS AND SPORTING Green areas increase nature engagement and thus reduce stress thus increasing the overall health of the residents and workers. This also increases social support.



STARTUP OFFICESStartup offices are cheap and located next to residen�al units.

plan at upper levels n30ft

conceptual plans

Upper Interior

Back Elevation

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PROF.MICHAELKIM 02

Aesthe�c Value:Reflect interior ac�vity and opera�ons on the outside by

using modern technologies. Increase Transparency on all

levels . Increase overall sensory engagement. Varia�on of

materials, geometries, views, and auditory condi�ons to

promote the use of different sensory adjustments to aid in

healing and way-finding for highly disabled pa�ents.

Constructability:Selec�on of local (sustainable and healthy) materials.

Efficient and intui�ve structural, MEP, and cladding systems.

Delivery of the project on �me and on budget using modern

construc�on management techniques.

Meronic Value:To provide a node within the healthcare community that

serves as an incubator for innova�on and a crucible for

researchers and the medical professionals. Use of local

contractors to support the local economy. To act as a beacon

to a�ract worldwide a�en�on and collabora�on in advancing

human ability. Offer space within the building to non-profit

care organiza�ons such as The Ronald McDonald House to

provide affordable accommoda�ons for visi�ng family

members. Provide an iconic building which will provide value

to the neighborhood by resona�ng with the surrounding

building typologies and promo�ng the crea�on of a healing

garden within the block to the north.

Investment Value:To preserve the resources of the organiza�on through

efficient design, construc�on, and opera�on for the benefit

of the pa�ent. Maximize revenue from residen�al and hotel

units. Offer yearly conferences as non-profit fund-raising

events . Paten�ng research and medical product

developments . Rental real-estate units, such as restaurants,

retail shops and pharmacies. Elicit dona�ons through well-

designed facili�es, excellent pa�ent care and research, and

commitment to advancing human ability.

Social Responsiveness:Crea�ng a sustainable healthcare environment . Provide the

best healthcare and research quality for pa�ents and thus the

community.


ligh�ng through passive and ac�ve methodologies. The

project encourages natural ven�la�on to promote higher air

quality and be�er hygiene. Reduce hospital-acquired

infec�ons by appropriate zoning of HVAC systems,

promo�ng hand-washing, efficient removal of soiled linens,

and use of an�-microbial materials. RIC promotes the

crea�on of a natural indoor environment that promotes

healing.

Safety: RIC will use backup power systems to maintain data and

equipment func�onality. Fire proofing and ease of egress

according to NFPA standards are strongly accounted for .

Structural efficiency, The use of sustainable and non-

VOC/an�-microbial material finishes , Increase building

security through the use of adaptable building technology.

Usability:Allow pa�ents to begin reclaiming their independence by

exceeding ADA standards to accommodate highly disabled

pa�ents. Reducing vibra�on and dri� via appropriate

structural systems to increase pa�ent comfort and maintain

accuracy of medical instruments Clarifying way finding for all

facility users including the adaptability to certain habits in

medical prac�ce to increase the speed of execu�on.

Mission:The Rehabilita�on Ins�tute of Chicago (RIC) is dedicated to

providing the highest-quality pa�ent care through integrated

research, scien�fic discovery, and educa�on for the purpose

of maximizing the recovery of the individuals in our care.

Vision:To advance human ability. RIC will serve as the world’s

leading scien�fic hospital for the innova�on and applica�on

of new and more promising treatments that improve and

eliminate the effects of injury, disease, and debilita�ng health

condi�ons.

Func�onal Efficiency :These are represented by the speed of execu�on for

healthcare outcomes, the reduc�on of pa�ent recovery �me,

Pa�ent comfort, Efficiency in organiza�on, opera�on, and

environmental factors. Also Collabora�on between different

fields, transparency in opera�ons and data, while maintaining

pa�ent confiden�ality. This should also maintain Innova�on

of and adapta�on to evolving technologies. The hospital

should promote Improved way-finding.

Environmental Comfort:The project tries Maximizing view range for different pa�ent

perspec�ves and viewing angles. Maximizing the wavelength

range of natural

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Aesthe�c Value:Reflect interior ac�vity and opera�ons on the outside by

using modern technologies. Increase Transparency on all

levels . Increase overall sensory engagement. Varia�on of

materials, geometries, views, and auditory condi�ons to

promote the use of different sensory adjustments to aid in

healing and way-finding for highly disabled pa�ents.

Constructability:Selec�on of local (sustainable and healthy) materials.

Efficient and intui�ve structural, MEP, and cladding systems.

Delivery of the project on �me and on budget using modern

construc�on management techniques.

Meronic Value:To provide a node within the healthcare community that

serves as an incubator for innova�on and a crucible for

researchers and the medical professionals. Use of local

contractors to support the local economy. To act as a beacon

to a�ract worldwide a�en�on and collabora�on in advancing

human ability. Offer space within the building to non-profit

care organiza�ons such as The Ronald McDonald House to

provide affordable accommoda�ons for visi�ng family

members. Provide an iconic building which will provide value

to the neighborhood by resona�ng with the surrounding

building typologies and promo�ng the crea�on of a healing

garden within the block to the north.

Investment Value:To preserve the resources of the organiza�on through

efficient design, construc�on, and opera�on for the benefit

of the pa�ent. Maximize revenue from residen�al and hotel

units. Offer yearly conferences as non-profit fund-raising

events . Paten�ng research and medical product

developments . Rental real-estate units, such as restaurants,

retail shops and pharmacies. Elicit dona�ons through well-

designed facili�es, excellent pa�ent care and research, and

commitment to advancing human ability.

Social Responsiveness:Crea�ng a sustainable healthcare environment . Provide the

best healthcare and research quality for pa�ents and thus the

community.


ligh�ng through passive and ac�ve methodologies. The

project encourages natural ven�la�on to promote higher air

quality and be�er hygiene. Reduce hospital-acquired

infec�ons by appropriate zoning of HVAC systems,

promo�ng hand-washing, efficient removal of soiled linens,

and use of an�-microbial materials. RIC promotes the

crea�on of a natural indoor environment that promotes

healing.

Safety: RIC will use backup power systems to maintain data and

equipment func�onality. Fire proofing and ease of egress

according to NFPA standards are strongly accounted for .

Structural efficiency, The use of sustainable and non-

VOC/an�-microbial material finishes , Increase building

security through the use of adaptable building technology.

Usability:Allow pa�ents to begin reclaiming their independence by

exceeding ADA standards to accommodate highly disabled

pa�ents. Reducing vibra�on and dri� via appropriate

structural systems to increase pa�ent comfort and maintain

accuracy of medical instruments Clarifying way finding for all

facility users including the adaptability to certain habits in

medical prac�ce to increase the speed of execu�on.

Mission:The Rehabilita�on Ins�tute of Chicago (RIC) is dedicated to

providing the highest-quality pa�ent care through integrated

research, scien�fic discovery, and educa�on for the purpose

of maximizing the recovery of the individuals in our care.

Vision:To advance human ability. RIC will serve as the world’s

leading scien�fic hospital for the innova�on and applica�on

of new and more promising treatments that improve and

eliminate the effects of injury, disease, and debilita�ng health

condi�ons.

Func�onal Efficiency :These are represented by the speed of execu�on for

healthcare outcomes, the reduc�on of pa�ent recovery �me,

Pa�ent comfort, Efficiency in organiza�on, opera�on, and

environmental factors. Also Collabora�on between different

fields, transparency in opera�ons and data, while maintaining

pa�ent confiden�ality. This should also maintain Innova�on

of and adapta�on to evolving technologies. The hospital

should promote Improved way-finding.

Environmental Comfort:The project tries Maximizing view range for different pa�ent

perspec�ves and viewing angles. Maximizing the wavelength

range of natural

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The floor plans are arranged in such a manner to allow for the

penetra�on of natural light from the east and west facades of

the building.

The ability lab is located on the east of the building and is

directed towards views of the lake and to allow for morning

sunshine for the pa�ents.

According to evidence based design there should be a strong

emphases on both staff well-being and pa�ent healing and

security. The building is configured in a way that reflects just

that.

The le� side plan shows the muscuskeletal physician and

therapy center of the ability labs, no�ce how the ability labs

are minimally emphasized on the plan arrangement.


Main nursing Unit showing room arrangement, and nursing sta�on. The building is a 45 floor high-rise arrangement situated in

the Northwestern University Campus area. The building

design with expansion in mind from the star�ng phases.

The expansion technique used was re-adap�ve expansion

where certain real-estate func�ons like a hotel and public

parking can be upgraded later to suite various hospital needs

while the hospital doesn’t allow any loss in revenue and thus

correspond to its financial stability.

The high-rise building cons�tutes of 11 elevators that are

arranged in a manner to serve all building needs.

The building focuses primarily on the Ability Lab ©

technology of the RIC hospital which is developed in a certain

sense to allow for rehabilita�on of extremely disabled

individuals and thus to create a miracle of healing. It can be

noted that this lab is expressed in the building form and

emphasized quite o�en using materials and ligh�ng

techniques.

The building structure is composed of transfer slabs that exist

in mechanical floors, these slabs allow for differen�al column

arrangement in different segments of the building.

Main Entrance including parking Entrance

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The floor plans are arranged in such a manner to allow for the

penetra�on of natural light from the east and west facades of

the building.

The ability lab is located on the east of the building and is

directed towards views of the lake and to allow for morning

sunshine for the pa�ents.

According to evidence based design there should be a strong

emphases on both staff well-being and pa�ent healing and

security. The building is configured in a way that reflects just

that.

The le� side plan shows the muscuskeletal physician and

therapy center of the ability labs, no�ce how the ability labs

are minimally emphasized on the plan arrangement.


Main nursing Unit showing room arrangement, and nursing sta�on. The building is a 45 floor high-rise arrangement situated in

the Northwestern University Campus area. The building

design with expansion in mind from the star�ng phases.

The expansion technique used was re-adap�ve expansion

where certain real-estate func�ons like a hotel and public

parking can be upgraded later to suite various hospital needs

while the hospital doesn’t allow any loss in revenue and thus

correspond to its financial stability.

The high-rise building cons�tutes of 11 elevators that are

arranged in a manner to serve all building needs.

The building focuses primarily on the Ability Lab ©

technology of the RIC hospital which is developed in a certain

sense to allow for rehabilita�on of extremely disabled

individuals and thus to create a miracle of healing. It can be

noted that this lab is expressed in the building form and

emphasized quite o�en using materials and ligh�ng

techniques.

The building structure is composed of transfer slabs that exist

in mechanical floors, these slabs allow for differen�al column

arrangement in different segments of the building.

Main Entrance including parking Entrance

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Ability Lab ® Interior Space

The ability labs were created in a way such that there is access

to the area from more than one floor. Using many double

volume space, a lot of natural light was created such that the

pa�ents had enough of it to generate healthy circadian

rhythms and vitamin D op�miza�on. The ability labs were

given an orange color as there is evidance that this color

increases mo�va�on on certain levels.

The middle of the building there is a simple outdoor garden

space that can be used as a therapeu�c garden when needed.

The garden can be indoor our outdoor depending on the

weather situa�on.

The pa�ent rooms emphasizing an inboard bathroom thus

allowing more pa�ent views to the outside. most of the

rooms were calibrated for fast physician access, as there is

quick access to the pa�ent right arm.

The nurses on the other hand can develop closer rela�ons

with the families as indicated by research by always accessing

the pa�ents le� hand side which is near the family zone.

Pa�ent head wall unit is large enough to incorporate any

expansion in connec�ons. The foot unit corresponds with a

central access to the buildings informa�on systems where

food and other services are located.

The clinical zone incorporated a hand washing unit with a

loca�on that facilitates pa�ent doctor connec�on, and is

easy to store clinical materials and equipment away from the

pa�ents’ views.

Room colors were kept in accordance to EBD in most cases,

as cool and natural colors including maple wood and green

colors. The room furniture was created for easy cleaning and

reduced horizontal surfaces.

Pa�ent Rooms

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Ability Lab ® Interior Space

The ability labs were created in a way such that there is access

to the area from more than one floor. Using many double

volume space, a lot of natural light was created such that the

pa�ents had enough of it to generate healthy circadian

rhythms and vitamin D op�miza�on. The ability labs were

given an orange color as there is evidance that this color

increases mo�va�on on certain levels.

The middle of the building there is a simple outdoor garden

space that can be used as a therapeu�c garden when needed.

The garden can be indoor our outdoor depending on the

weather situa�on.

The pa�ent rooms emphasizing an inboard bathroom thus

allowing more pa�ent views to the outside. most of the

rooms were calibrated for fast physician access, as there is

quick access to the pa�ent right arm.

The nurses on the other hand can develop closer rela�ons

with the families as indicated by research by always accessing

the pa�ents le� hand side which is near the family zone.

Pa�ent head wall unit is large enough to incorporate any

expansion in connec�ons. The foot unit corresponds with a

central access to the buildings informa�on systems where

food and other services are located.

The clinical zone incorporated a hand washing unit with a

loca�on that facilitates pa�ent doctor connec�on, and is

easy to store clinical materials and equipment away from the

pa�ents’ views.

Room colors were kept in accordance to EBD in most cases,

as cool and natural colors including maple wood and green

colors. The room furniture was created for easy cleaning and

reduced horizontal surfaces.

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PAULARMSTRONG 03East North Water Street,

Chicago, IL320

extrude simple box rotate for maximum views towards lake

slice for crea�on of terraces and green space

layer to capture wind and air and protect terraces

sculpt in direc�on of prominent winds

twist volume at base for non-ob-structed views

Pedestrian stream circula�on around the site area.

Vehicular stream circula�on around the site area. View from Wacker Drive

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The tower was hence sliced to create garden outdoor and

green spaces. This basically aids in the reduc�on of load as

the tower gets higher, reduces surface area, and corresponds

to more expensive units towards the top of the building.

To create a barrier for the en�re building a double layered skin

system was implemented in order to reduce energy

consump�on, enable the users to get natural ven�la�on, and

to aid with wind resistance in a upper tower terraces created

by slicing the tower.

The proposed tower will be the only type of building with a

marine, aqua�c curvilinear form in Chicago, the sculp�ng of

the building was immensely directed towards crea�ng a sail

like building to re-celebrate the strong and undeniable

connec�on of the Chicago culture with the water front of lake

Michigan and to revive the river sailing ac�vi�es that were

omi�ed from Chicago as the Chicago bridges came more

prominent.

The aerodynamic, sail like building is based on the concep�on

of that air and water forces create the building form and

func�on as we will explore later in this overview

presenta�on.

Overview:Streeterville an upper Chicago area known for its lavish

lifestyle, upperclass condo units and fancy business offices.

The plot proposed was located right in-front of the NBC

tower, were it was used as a parking lot for the surrounding

buildings.

There is a high pedestrian flow towards the river walk from

the nearby Magnificent Mile, however the pedestrian count

reduces as the site slowly migrates into the nearby -rela�vely

dormant - North Water Street.

The nearby vehicular access from and to Wacker bridge is

also a good loca�on for the site, as it is a main traffic junc�on

in Chicago. The Site is also located above the 2 level Chicago

road structure, where it is a great opportunity to use the

below levels as a service entrance for the proposed tower.

The concept stemmed from extruding the site loca�on

ver�cally to create a monolithic tower. The monolithic tower

was rotated to achieve maximum views towards the city and

lake Michigan and also in order to allow for views from the

NBC tower. By studying the wind power and prominent

direc�ons in that area, the tower was hence sculpted in a

form that aids in its aerodynamics. The sculpted form was

hence rotated accordingly and twisted to create non

obstructed views.


View from Chicago River

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PAULARMSTRONG 03East North Water Street,

Chicago, IL320

extrude simple box rotate for maximum views towards lake

slice for crea�on of terraces and green space

layer to capture wind and air and protect terraces

sculpt in direc�on of prominent winds

twist volume at base for non-ob-structed views

Pedestrian stream circula�on around the site area.

Vehicular stream circula�on around the site area. View from Wacker Drive

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The tower was hence sliced to create garden outdoor and

green spaces. This basically aids in the reduc�on of load as

the tower gets higher, reduces surface area, and corresponds

to more expensive units towards the top of the building.

To create a barrier for the en�re building a double layered skin

system was implemented in order to reduce energy

consump�on, enable the users to get natural ven�la�on, and

to aid with wind resistance in a upper tower terraces created

by slicing the tower.

The proposed tower will be the only type of building with a

marine, aqua�c curvilinear form in Chicago, the sculp�ng of

the building was immensely directed towards crea�ng a sail

like building to re-celebrate the strong and undeniable

connec�on of the Chicago culture with the water front of lake

Michigan and to revive the river sailing ac�vi�es that were

omi�ed from Chicago as the Chicago bridges came more

prominent.

The aerodynamic, sail like building is based on the concep�on

of that air and water forces create the building form and

func�on as we will explore later in this overview

presenta�on.

Overview:Streeterville an upper Chicago area known for its lavish

lifestyle, upperclass condo units and fancy business offices.

The plot proposed was located right in-front of the NBC

tower, were it was used as a parking lot for the surrounding

buildings.

There is a high pedestrian flow towards the river walk from

the nearby Magnificent Mile, however the pedestrian count

reduces as the site slowly migrates into the nearby -rela�vely

dormant - North Water Street.

The nearby vehicular access from and to Wacker bridge is

also a good loca�on for the site, as it is a main traffic junc�on

in Chicago. The Site is also located above the 2 level Chicago

road structure, where it is a great opportunity to use the

below levels as a service entrance for the proposed tower.

The concept stemmed from extruding the site loca�on

ver�cally to create a monolithic tower. The monolithic tower

was rotated to achieve maximum views towards the city and

lake Michigan and also in order to allow for views from the

NBC tower. By studying the wind power and prominent

direc�ons in that area, the tower was hence sculpted in a

form that aids in its aerodynamics. The sculpted form was

hence rotated accordingly and twisted to create non

obstructed views.




Wind and Water Sail Curvilinear forma�on

Func�onal Organiza�on:As Chicago is a mul�level city organiza�on the lower areas of

the proposal were arranged such that most services were

placed underground. The loading dock that accommodate

the intake of many service trucks is placed on the lower

levels, which is the level where the building meets the river.

It is clear from the presenta�on that the building is separated

into two dis�nct buildings, one is the tower and another

building that accommodates the retail purposes and

accommodates most public func�ons. The two buildings are

connected underground via a connec�on tunnel.

Most loading is connected to underground storage areas that

do not affect any real-estate rich valuable areas. The storage

areas connect directly to a luxury restaurant and winery that

grows its own vines and prepares premium Chicago wine

indoor.

The restaurant is divided into two main areas between the

two buildings, with the ability to open up the two areas and

incorporate them with the outdoor river walk area when the

weather permits.

The rest of the building plan is dedicated to accommodate

the kitchen spaces, lobby spaces for public entrance to the

tower, and restrooms for visitors.

The river-walk areas are injected with many grasses and

natural landscaping elements that make the walk a very

pleasant reviving experience, with the ability to dock various

water based ships, yachts or boats. This combina�on is very

powerful to a�ract many people from the Magnificat mile

and transform it into a con�nua�on of that very busy street,

the pedestrian flow will allow for increased profits for both

retail and other vital func�ons for economical and cultural

sustain-ablility of the tower.

River Level Plan

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Func�onal Organiza�on:As Chicago is a mul�level city organiza�on the lower areas of

the proposal were arranged such that most services were

placed underground. The loading dock that accommodate

the intake of many service trucks is placed on the lower

levels, which is the level where the building meets the river.

It is clear from the presenta�on that the building is separated

into two dis�nct buildings, one is the tower and another

building that accommodates the retail purposes and

accommodates most public func�ons. The two buildings are

connected underground via a connec�on tunnel.

Most loading is connected to underground storage areas that

do not affect any real-estate rich valuable areas. The storage

areas connect directly to a luxury restaurant and winery that

grows its own vines and prepares premium Chicago wine

indoor.

The restaurant is divided into two main areas between the

two buildings, with the ability to open up the two areas and

incorporate them with the outdoor river walk area when the

weather permits.

The rest of the building plan is dedicated to accommodate

the kitchen spaces, lobby spaces for public entrance to the

tower, and restrooms for visitors.

The river-walk areas are injected with many grasses and

natural landscaping elements that make the walk a very

pleasant reviving experience, with the ability to dock various

water based ships, yachts or boats. This combina�on is very

powerful to a�ract many people from the Magnificat mile

and transform it into a con�nua�on of that very busy street,

the pedestrian flow will allow for increased profits for both

retail and other vital func�ons for economical and cultural

sustain-ablility of the tower.

River Level Plan

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1. Loading Dock2. Underground Building

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River-walk reviving landscape

LFR

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LFR

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T h e c o r e s y s t e m

supports lateral forces.

It also acts as a gravity

force bearer.

Columns take gravity

forces to the earth the

braces carry most of the

load towards the core

area.

This system supports

most of the floors above

it. It takes the load from

the floors below braces

and thus to the core and

founda�ons.

The exterior skin is anchored on transfer slabs. It

is a flexible system that can resist lateral loads

independently from the building.

CORE COLUMNS & BRACES VERENDEEL FRAMETRANSFER SLABS

EXTERIOR DOUBLE SKIN FRAMING

This computer analysis

m e a s u r e d w i n d

pressure around the

proposed building.

This analysis measured wind velocity showing

that wind speeds are much lower at the

northeastern corner of the building, proving that

the geometry works o break up the wind.

CFD ANALYSISCFD ANALYSIS

PUBLIC SPACES

10P

RESIDENTIAL

NEIGHBORHOOD

RESIDENTIAL

NEIGHBORHOOD

RESIDENTIAL

NEIGHBORHOOD

OFFICE

NEIGHBORHOOD

OFFICE

NEIGHBORHOOD

PRIVATE PARKING

500 CARS

PUBLIC PARKING

1000 CARS

AMENITY FLOOR

AMENITY FLOOR

AMENITY FLOOR

AMENITY FLOOR

AMPITHEATRE

CLOUD LOBBY

AND TUNED

MASS DAMPER

18

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GROUND COUPLED HVAC SYSTEM WITH INTEGRATED DIRECT EVAPORATIVE COOILING AND THERMAL STORAGE SYSTEMS

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SECTION

Sky atr iums also

serve res iden�al

floors as community

s p a c e s f o r t h e

residents living in

t h e b u i l d i n g .

A m e n i t y fl o o r s

between residen�al

neighborhoods also

serve as community

spaces which house

larger scale ac�vi�es

a n d p r o m o t e

interac�on amongst

neighborhoods.

Every three floors of

o ffi c e s p a c e i s

se rved by a sky

atrium. Thus, if a

c o m p a n y o w n s

three floors of the

h i g h r i s e , t h e y

acquire their own

private event space

t h a t c a n b e

p r o g r a m m e d t o

meet the needs of

the company. This

space can also be

used as a break

s p a c e f o r

employees.

Public spaces in the

high rise �e together

the different layers

of t h e c i t y. Th e

street level merges

with the river-front

as visitors descend

through the floors of

the facility.


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River-walk reviving landscape

LFR

S

LFR

S

T h e c o r e s y s t e m

supports lateral forces.

It also acts as a gravity

force bearer.

Columns take gravity

forces to the earth the

braces carry most of the

load towards the core

area.

This system supports

most of the floors above

it. It takes the load from

the floors below braces

and thus to the core and

founda�ons.

The exterior skin is anchored on transfer slabs. It

is a flexible system that can resist lateral loads

independently from the building.

CORE COLUMNS & BRACES VERENDEEL FRAMETRANSFER SLABS

EXTERIOR DOUBLE SKIN FRAMING

This computer analysis

m e a s u r e d w i n d

pressure around the

proposed building.

This analysis measured wind velocity showing

that wind speeds are much lower at the

northeastern corner of the building, proving that

the geometry works o break up the wind.

CFD ANALYSISCFD ANALYSIS

PUBLIC SPACES

10P

RESIDENTIAL

NEIGHBORHOOD

RESIDENTIAL

NEIGHBORHOOD

RESIDENTIAL

NEIGHBORHOOD

OFFICE

NEIGHBORHOOD

OFFICE

NEIGHBORHOOD

PRIVATE PARKING

500 CARS

PUBLIC PARKING

1000 CARS

AMENITY FLOOR

AMENITY FLOOR

AMENITY FLOOR

AMENITY FLOOR

AMPITHEATRE

CLOUD LOBBY

AND TUNED

MASS DAMPER

18

18

13

9

GROUND COUPLED HVAC SYSTEM WITH INTEGRATED DIRECT EVAPORATIVE COOILING AND THERMAL STORAGE SYSTEMS

P6

SECTION

Sky atr iums also

serve res iden�al

floors as community

s p a c e s f o r t h e

residents living in

t h e b u i l d i n g .

A m e n i t y fl o o r s

between residen�al

neighborhoods also

serve as community

spaces which house

larger scale ac�vi�es

a n d p r o m o t e

interac�on amongst

neighborhoods.

Every three floors of

o ffi c e s p a c e i s

se rved by a sky

atrium. Thus, if a

c o m p a n y o w n s

three floors of the

h i g h r i s e , t h e y

acquire their own

private event space

t h a t c a n b e

p r o g r a m m e d t o

meet the needs of

the company. This

space can also be

used as a break

s p a c e f o r

employees.

Public spaces in the

high rise �e together

the different layers

of t h e c i t y. Th e

street level merges

with the river-front

as visitors descend

through the floors of

the facility.


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Typical Penthouse-Floor 1 (Fifth Component-Floor 106)

1. 1 Bedroom2. 2 Bedroom3. Penthouse (3 Bedroom)4. Penthouse (1 Bedroom)5. Community Space


1. 1 Bedroom2. 2 Bedroom3. Penthouse (3 Bedroom)4.Penthouse (1 Bedroom)5.Community Space

Typical Residential Plan(Fourth Component- Floor 82)

1. 1 Bedroom2. 2 Bedroom3. 3 Bedroom4. Studio5. Community Space

Typical Residential Plan (Third Component- Floor 55)


(Second Component)

1. Office Sky Atrium2. Collaboration Space3. Individual Offices4. Open Office Desks5. Break Room6. Executive Offices

2

3 45

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3

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10 20 400

10 20 400

10 20 400

Office Floor Plan

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8

9

10

11

12

1. Drop Off Area2. Columbus- North Water Plaza3. Private Lobby-Residen�al/

Execu�ve Entrance4. Main Execu�ve Elevators5. Residen�al Elevators6. Public Lobby7. Employee Card Swipe Zone8. Public Elevators9. Community Space and Cafe10. Retail and Commercial Space11. Restaurant

12. Riverfront Plaza10 20 400

Perspec�ve Sec�on

Ground Level Plan

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1. 1 Bedroom2. 2 Bedroom3. Penthouse (3 Bedroom)4. Penthouse (1 Bedroom)5. Community Space


1. 1 Bedroom2. 2 Bedroom3. Penthouse (3 Bedroom)4.Penthouse (1 Bedroom)5.Community Space

Typical Residential Plan(Fourth Component- Floor 82)


Typical Residential Plan (Third Component- Floor 55)


(Second Component)

1. Office Sky Atrium2. Collaboration Space3. Individual Offices4. Open Office Desks5. Break Room6. Executive Offices

2

3 45

1

3

1

2

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10 20 400

10 20 400

10 20 400

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10 20 400

10 20 400

Office Floor Plan

1

2

3

45

67

8

9

10

11

12

1. Drop Off Area2. Columbus- North Water Plaza3. Private Lobby-Residen�al/

Execu�ve Entrance4. Main Execu�ve Elevators5. Residen�al Elevators6. Public Lobby7. Employee Card Swipe Zone8. Public Elevators9. Community Space and Cafe10. Retail and Commercial Space11. Restaurant

12. Riverfront Plaza10 20 400

Perspec�ve Sec�on

Ground Level Plan

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Sky Lobby Tower Space

Radia�on and Sun Studiesusing the power of Autodesk Green building studio various

sun and radia�on building studies were generated, this

enabled us to generate different sustainable building

alterna�ves in order to increase the energy efficiency.

Energy Saving Alterna�ves Although by using different alterna�ves such as insula�on,

ligh�ng etc.. were generated the building in its ini�al phase

did not comply with the ARCHITECTURE 2013 ini�a�ve,

thus other methodologies that were and will be discussed will

be employed.

As to accommodate the mechanical systems integra�on, of

the system, the Verendeel Transfer Slabs enclosed the

mechanical space. This space used the wind pressure from

generated by the curvature of the tower on the leeward

wind-side to run turbines enclosed in the double skin system.

The turbines can power exterior ligh�ng and other func�onal

necessi�es of the building. The turbines are connected to

transformers and hence to ba�eries along with the power

genera�on ability of the double skin facade.

The mechanical level incorporates electric boilers that are

also powered by the sustainable turbines and PV cells and

also DEC ( direct evapora�ve cooling) systems that collect

water from the buildings facade and are used to increase the

efficiency of the Air Handling Units.

The AHUs and Boilers are all connected to a VAV variable are

volume system that is incorporated and aided by a central

geothermal coil system as can be seen on the MEP sec�on.

The building uses an ICE slurry system along with water

collected from the river to aid in the cooling of the cooling

tower. This makes sure that the building is extremely

sustainable and able to become a LEED accredited building.

Public Lobby Tower Space

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Sky Lobby Tower Space

Radia�on and Sun Studiesusing the power of Autodesk Green building studio various

sun and radia�on building studies were generated, this

enabled us to generate different sustainable building

alterna�ves in order to increase the energy efficiency.

Energy Saving Alterna�ves Although by using different alterna�ves such as insula�on,

ligh�ng etc.. were generated the building in its ini�al phase

did not comply with the ARCHITECTURE 2013 ini�a�ve,

thus other methodologies that were and will be discussed will

be employed.

As to accommodate the mechanical systems integra�on, of

the system, the Verendeel Transfer Slabs enclosed the

mechanical space. This space used the wind pressure from

generated by the curvature of the tower on the leeward

wind-side to run turbines enclosed in the double skin system.

The turbines can power exterior ligh�ng and other func�onal

necessi�es of the building. The turbines are connected to

transformers and hence to ba�eries along with the power

genera�on ability of the double skin facade.

The mechanical level incorporates electric boilers that are

also powered by the sustainable turbines and PV cells and

also DEC ( direct evapora�ve cooling) systems that collect

water from the buildings facade and are used to increase the

efficiency of the Air Handling Units.

The AHUs and Boilers are all connected to a VAV variable are

volume system that is incorporated and aided by a central

geothermal coil system as can be seen on the MEP sec�on.

The building uses an ICE slurry system along with water

collected from the river to aid in the cooling of the cooling

tower. This makes sure that the building is extremely

sustainable and able to become a LEED accredited building.

Public Lobby Tower Space

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Allow for the collec�on of light and transform it into electricity, this allows for the overall efficiency of the building and the moving of storage devices.

PV CELLS

water collectors on the facade allow for water collec�onto be used in TSS systems and Direct Evapora�ve coolingDEC systems, they can also be used for quick facade cleaning.

WATER COLLECTION

can move in many direc�ons allowing privacy, light controlglare control and they can be used to increase the efficiencyof daylight reaching the inside by ac�ng as a light shelf.

SHADING DEVICES + LIGHT SHELF

The system allows for windows opening in noisy and polluted areas,

ABILITY TO OPEN WINDOWS

Sec�on Through Residen�al Amenity SpacesCloud Lobby

The cloud lobby is a public club space, it incloses the tuned

mass damper of the building, along with a roo�op bar and

lounge, and auditorium, a sky restaurant, pool areas and bars,

spa units and a large observa�on deck. All these spaces have

access to the public via two public elevators that go through

the en�re building core.

A B C D E A B C D E A B C D E A B C D E

servicepublicresiden�alofficeexecu�ve

F

component 1

F G H G H F G H

C

A

1

3

2

B

4

B

A

DE

FGH

A

B

CDE

FGH

EDC

HGF

EDC

HGF

B

A

F G H

UP UP

UPUP

+ res.

component 2

component 3 component 4

Cloud Lobby Space

building skin

elevator/ stair sha�

roo�op bar and lounge

sky deck restaurant

pool side bar

pool terrace and spa

concrete soil retainingwalls

transfer slab floor

sky deck observatory floor

Inters��al Double Skin Space

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Allow for the collec�on of light and transform it into electricity, this allows for the overall efficiency of the building and the moving of storage devices.

PV CELLS

water collectors on the facade allow for water collec�onto be used in TSS systems and Direct Evapora�ve coolingDEC systems, they can also be used for quick facade cleaning.

WATER COLLECTION

can move in many direc�ons allowing privacy, light controlglare control and they can be used to increase the efficiencyof daylight reaching the inside by ac�ng as a light shelf.

SHADING DEVICES + LIGHT SHELF

The system allows for windows opening in noisy and polluted areas,

ABILITY TO OPEN WINDOWS

Sec�on Through Residen�al Amenity SpacesCloud Lobby

The cloud lobby is a public club space, it incloses the tuned

mass damper of the building, along with a roo�op bar and

lounge, and auditorium, a sky restaurant, pool areas and bars,

spa units and a large observa�on deck. All these spaces have

access to the public via two public elevators that go through

the en�re building core.

A B C D E A B C D E A B C D E A B C D E

servicepublicresiden�alofficeexecu�ve

F

component 1

F G H G H F G H

C

A

1

3

2

B

4

B

A

DE

FGH

A

B

CDE

FGH

EDC

HGF

EDC

HGF

B

A

F G H

UP UP

UPUP

+ res.

component 2

component 3 component 4

Cloud Lobby Space

building skin

elevator/ stair sha�

roo�op bar and lounge

sky deck restaurant

pool side bar

pool terrace and spa

concrete soil retainingwalls

transfer slab floor

sky deck observatory floor

Inters��al Double Skin SpaceIn

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THE ESSENCE OF THE RIVER

The history of Chicago is deeply entwined with its river and lakefront. Without these prolific bodies of water, the city would simply not exist. Over the years, the metropolis has seen a number of projects along the waterfront that have a�empted to capture the essence of the river and Chicago's mari�me past. On the southwest corner of Columbus and North Water Street lies one of the last remaining buildable sites along the Chicago River. The project that will occupy this site is therefore tasked with the crea�on of an architecture that not only celebrates this age old rela�onship between the city and the water, but also serves the context of the specific site.

The project begins by first responding to its immediate surroundings. Thus, it starts by rota�ng the extrusion of a simple box on site. This move offers three unique solu�ons to various issues associated with this par�cular site. First, it maximizes the surface area of the building in the direc�on of the lakefront, allowing for op�mal views for building occupants. The rota�on also minimizes building surface area in the direc�on of the most prominent winds. Finally, it creates a direct connec�on between the intersec�on of North Water Street and Columbus Avenue with the riverfront. The form is then sculpted into an aerodynamic shape resembling a jet wing that allows wind to easily flow around its exterior. On site, the most frequent and strongest winds blow in from the southwest, thus the geometry of the building is shaped to accommodate for this. This volume is then twisted to open up more desired and unobstructed views at the base towards the riverfront. Terraces are created within the resul�ng form to provide amenity floors and green space in addi�on to breaking up the volume into five dis�nct neighborhoods. This architectural feature also offers an aesthe�c connec�on with exis�ng buildings in the area such as Trump Tower and Aqua Tower.

Finally, the project moves to respond to the riverfront by wrapping the volume in a skin resembling a sail preparing to cast off into the river and lake beyond. Aesthe�cally, the skin achieves a connec�on with the riverfront but it also plays a crucial role in terms of func�onality. On the southwest façade of the high rise, the double skin is shaped in such a way that directly funnels wind inside of it, providing fresh air to residents and employees as well as powering energy genera�ng turbines on all the mechanical floors. Atrium spaces located on every three floors of the complex house plants and greenery which filter the air flowing through the building and redistribute it the residents and workers. The skin also doubles as a protec�ve coat against the wind, shielding the outdoor terraces.

The social implica�ons of this new addi�on to the Chicago riverfront also heavily influenced the design, par�cularly in terms of how the high rise connects with the ground. The city of Chicago is composed of a series of layers, with a clear separa�on between each in the form of a series of levels. The design of the base seamlessly merges the street level with the riverfront through the crea�on of a series of staircases that flow directly to the water. This connects the exis�ng community with the waterfront and provides easy access to the river. On site, three primary paths of pedestrian traffic exist in the Streeterville area: Michigan Avenue, Columbus Avenue, and the riverfront. 320 East North Water Street proposes the crea�on of three dis�nct plazas that serve each par�cular path of travel. In this way, the project gives back to the community by offering places to hold events or sit and relax. The facility at the base primarily houses retail and commercial space, but also offers office space, specifically for doctors who may treat seniors living in Streeterville. Overall,

this addi�on to the riverfront will not only serve as a new iconic Chicago tower, but it will also be able to sustain itself for years to come and will serve to enhance its immediate context and beyond.

PROBLEM - SOLUTION

he proposed tower will include retail/commercial, parking, condominiums and apartments, and office floors. Civic and retail

Tfunc�ons, vital to crea�ng a sense of community, and parking will be located in the podium. The exact capacity or allowed density of the site based on the allowable Floor-Area-Ra�o (FAR) is an ini�al part of the design inves�ga�on. This will serve as a

comparison to the actual density based on market considera�ons. Designers shall explore typological solu�ons to parking structures, commercial/retail, residen�al, and office spaces as well as special uses such as restaurants and mul�-screen movie theater complexes to help determine ideal sizes and configura�ons for space, structural systems, and code requirements for occupancies, life safety, and egress requirements. A number of programma�c, technical, and representa�onal issues will need to be considered. The program contains both large volumes as well as many smaller spaces, which need to be ordered and organized into a singlecomprehensive tower. Many of the programma�c func�ons will share common support spaces while others must be strictly segregated based on pragma�c necessity. The rou�ng of public circula�on will be cri�cal to the proper func�oning of the building. Consequently, research into core layouts, elevator strategies, escalators, as well as public transit is required. The design must also provide for an adequate fire-resis�ve and universally accessible building.

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THE ESSENCE OF THE RIVER

The history of Chicago is deeply entwined with its river and lakefront. Without these prolific bodies of water, the city would simply not exist. Over the years, the metropolis has seen a number of projects along the waterfront that have a�empted to capture the essence of the river and Chicago's mari�me past. On the southwest corner of Columbus and North Water Street lies one of the last remaining buildable sites along the Chicago River. The project that will occupy this site is therefore tasked with the crea�on of an architecture that not only celebrates this age old rela�onship between the city and the water, but also serves the context of the specific site.

The project begins by first responding to its immediate surroundings. Thus, it starts by rota�ng the extrusion of a simple box on site. This move offers three unique solu�ons to various issues associated with this par�cular site. First, it maximizes the surface area of the building in the direc�on of the lakefront, allowing for op�mal views for building occupants. The rota�on also minimizes building surface area in the direc�on of the most prominent winds. Finally, it creates a direct connec�on between the intersec�on of North Water Street and Columbus Avenue with the riverfront. The form is then sculpted into an aerodynamic shape resembling a jet wing that allows wind to easily flow around its exterior. On site, the most frequent and strongest winds blow in from the southwest, thus the geometry of the building is shaped to accommodate for this. This volume is then twisted to open up more desired and unobstructed views at the base towards the riverfront. Terraces are created within the resul�ng form to provide amenity floors and green space in addi�on to breaking up the volume into five dis�nct neighborhoods. This architectural feature also offers an aesthe�c connec�on with exis�ng buildings in the area such as Trump Tower and Aqua Tower.

Finally, the project moves to respond to the riverfront by wrapping the volume in a skin resembling a sail preparing to cast off into the river and lake beyond. Aesthe�cally, the skin achieves a connec�on with the riverfront but it also plays a crucial role in terms of func�onality. On the southwest façade of the high rise, the double skin is shaped in such a way that directly funnels wind inside of it, providing fresh air to residents and employees as well as powering energy genera�ng turbines on all the mechanical floors. Atrium spaces located on every three floors of the complex house plants and greenery which filter the air flowing through the building and redistribute it the residents and workers. The skin also doubles as a protec�ve coat against the wind, shielding the outdoor terraces.

The social implica�ons of this new addi�on to the Chicago riverfront also heavily influenced the design, par�cularly in terms of how the high rise connects with the ground. The city of Chicago is composed of a series of layers, with a clear separa�on between each in the form of a series of levels. The design of the base seamlessly merges the street level with the riverfront through the crea�on of a series of staircases that flow directly to the water. This connects the exis�ng community with the waterfront and provides easy access to the river. On site, three primary paths of pedestrian traffic exist in the Streeterville area: Michigan Avenue, Columbus Avenue, and the riverfront. 320 East North Water Street proposes the crea�on of three dis�nct plazas that serve each par�cular path of travel. In this way, the project gives back to the community by offering places to hold events or sit and relax. The facility at the base primarily houses retail and commercial space, but also offers office space, specifically for doctors who may treat seniors living in Streeterville. Overall,

this addi�on to the riverfront will not only serve as a new iconic Chicago tower, but it will also be able to sustain itself for years to come and will serve to enhance its immediate context and beyond.

PROBLEM - SOLUTION

he proposed tower will include retail/commercial, parking, condominiums and apartments, and office floors. Civic and retail

Tfunc�ons, vital to crea�ng a sense of community, and parking will be located in the podium. The exact capacity or allowed density of the site based on the allowable Floor-Area-Ra�o (FAR) is an ini�al part of the design inves�ga�on. This will serve as a

comparison to the actual density based on market considera�ons. Designers shall explore typological solu�ons to parking structures, commercial/retail, residen�al, and office spaces as well as special uses such as restaurants and mul�-screen movie theater complexes to help determine ideal sizes and configura�ons for space, structural systems, and code requirements for occupancies, life safety, and egress requirements. A number of programma�c, technical, and representa�onal issues will need to be considered. The program contains both large volumes as well as many smaller spaces, which need to be ordered and organized into a singlecomprehensive tower. Many of the programma�c func�ons will share common support spaces while others must be strictly segregated based on pragma�c necessity. The rou�ng of public circula�on will be cri�cal to the proper func�oning of the building. Consequently, research into core layouts, elevator strategies, escalators, as well as public transit is required. The design must also provide for an adequate fire-resis�ve and universally accessible building.

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East North Water Street, Chicago, IL320 Physical Model

A large scale physical model was used to ini�ally drive

formal ideas, and then to understand complicated spacial

rela�ons. The model used light materials to convey

transparency, enabled reviewers to see interior spaces.

The model u�lized a combina�on of LED ligh�ng, natural

light, plas�cs, rich woods and many human figures to

convey scale clearly.

1. Picture of the physical model showing the en�rety of

the building and its main interac�on with the river front.

2. Picture of the sec�onal base of the model showing

transparency to show the inside spaces for the users and

shoppers and a clear river-front interac�on between water

land, public pedestrians etc..

3. Sculptural forma�on to form another Chicago gathering

point and hub for the city as an iconic piece of art is placed

to draw in more pedestrians.

4. Backside of the luxurious river front retail space and the

transparency towards the neighborhood.

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East North Water Street, Chicago, IL320 Physical Model

A large scale physical model was used to ini�ally drive

formal ideas, and then to understand complicated spacial

rela�ons. The model used light materials to convey

transparency, enabled reviewers to see interior spaces.

The model u�lized a combina�on of LED ligh�ng, natural

light, plas�cs, rich woods and many human figures to

convey scale clearly.

1. Picture of the physical model showing the en�rety of

the building and its main interac�on with the river front.

2. Picture of the sec�onal base of the model showing

transparency to show the inside spaces for the users and

shoppers and a clear river-front interac�on between water

land, public pedestrians etc..

3. Sculptural forma�on to form another Chicago gathering

point and hub for the city as an iconic piece of art is placed

to draw in more pedestrians.

4. Backside of the luxurious river front retail space and the

transparency towards the neighborhood.

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4

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The Program

At a total building gross area of about 1 million sqf, the Noida

Na�onal Health Center will serve the NOIDA popula�on with

800 new beds, with an extensive inpa�ent department

totaling about 60 % of the en�re medical center’s area.

There will be a large OB&G Department and an extensive

cardiovascular care center to cope with the medical

landscape found in the region, including live counseling and

other similar programs and func�ons to draw in as many

pa�ents as possible.

Overview The Noida health center is an educa�onal teaching hospital

this is to be constructed in the NOIDA region of northern

central India near old city of Delhi. with an extensive Trauma

Center, an OB&G center for excellence this 800 room

medical center was designed with pa�ent’s experience in

mind using evidence based design models.

AnalysisA�er performing a site analysis that included an architectural

site analysis, a medical site analysis and many precedent

analysis examples, the program was determined for the

hospital using various medical planning methodologies.

The centers’ site is within a loca�on that is set for future

development and expansion, this means that the primary

purpose of the hospital is to serve this area.

NOIDA is region that portrays devasta�ng monsoon rain,

dust storms and earthquakes. This means that the center

needs to have a large trauma response center even to the

surrounding areas outside our service area.

The medical landscape of the region shows many

surrounding hospitals. NOIDA is shown to have a high

disease burden with ischemic heart disease as the leading

cause of death and the highest percentage in the world, with

chronic obstruc�ve pulmonary disease to be the second

most common disease type in the area. There is also a very

high rate of infant mortality, although it has been on the

decline in the past decade.

Services Entrance.

DESTINATION

DESTINATION

DESTINATION

PAUSE

PAUSEPAUSE

PAUSE

PAUSE

PAUSE PAUSE

Physical barriers deviate the visual axis through the movement path though the visual con�nuity is maintained.

A visual refrence on the axis while the physical movement path is shi�ed fom this axis.

Pause, discover, and reorient are the main ideas for interior circula�on.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

The Conceptual Narra�ve

by examining ancient Indian temple architecture the temples

where designed around the concepts shown in #1 pausing for

second for a small dose of Godly inspiring artwork, and then

to reorient your pathway for a certain journey of discovery.

The reorienta�on process in the center can be either art

works, shi�s in circula�on passages or physical barriers like

landscaping.

To create the form a podium/tower model was chosen,

pa�ent towers were oriented towards the east to achieve

morning sun penetra�on to sustain pa�ent’s circadian

rhythms. To allow for privacy rooms were angled plus the

pa�ent towers where twisted to form V like shapes. This

insures privacy and sunlight for everyone.

when reconfiguring and connec�ng the towers for func�onal

access it was decided that the roof would slope to form a

promenade kind of walkway for the pa�ents and hence

would form a way to connect them to the city, and vice versa.

Cha�arpur Temple in New Delhi

Create a tower podium structures with several pa�ent towers.

Orient all the towers east for morning sun access.

Eastern sunlight received and allowing for pa�ent privacy plus enabling a compact tower forma�on.

Reconfigura�on of masses allows for the con�nuity of circula�on and conceptual integra�on.

Connect the towers to connect all facili�es.

Slope roof slab and create a connec�on with the city at the ground level to a�ract pa�ents.

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The Program

At a total building gross area of about 1 million sqf, the Noida

Na�onal Health Center will serve the NOIDA popula�on with

800 new beds, with an extensive inpa�ent department

totaling about 60 % of the en�re medical center’s area.

There will be a large OB&G Department and an extensive

cardiovascular care center to cope with the medical

landscape found in the region, including live counseling and

other similar programs and func�ons to draw in as many

pa�ents as possible.

Overview The Noida health center is an educa�onal teaching hospital

this is to be constructed in the NOIDA region of northern

central India near old city of Delhi. with an extensive Trauma

Center, an OB&G center for excellence this 800 room

medical center was designed with pa�ent’s experience in

mind using evidence based design models.

AnalysisA�er performing a site analysis that included an architectural

site analysis, a medical site analysis and many precedent

analysis examples, the program was determined for the

hospital using various medical planning methodologies.

The centers’ site is within a loca�on that is set for future

development and expansion, this means that the primary

purpose of the hospital is to serve this area.

NOIDA is region that portrays devasta�ng monsoon rain,

dust storms and earthquakes. This means that the center

needs to have a large trauma response center even to the

surrounding areas outside our service area.

The medical landscape of the region shows many

surrounding hospitals. NOIDA is shown to have a high

disease burden with ischemic heart disease as the leading

cause of death and the highest percentage in the world, with

chronic obstruc�ve pulmonary disease to be the second

most common disease type in the area. There is also a very

high rate of infant mortality, although it has been on the

decline in the past decade.

Services Entrance.

DESTINATION

DESTINATION

DESTINATION

PAUSE

PAUSEPAUSE

PAUSE

PAUSE

PAUSE PAUSE

Physical barriers deviate the visual axis through the movement path though the visual con�nuity is maintained.

A visual refrence on the axis while the physical movement path is shi�ed fom this axis.

Pause, discover, and reorient are the main ideas for interior circula�on.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

The Conceptual Narra�ve

by examining ancient Indian temple architecture the temples

where designed around the concepts shown in #1 pausing for

second for a small dose of Godly inspiring artwork, and then

to reorient your pathway for a certain journey of discovery.

The reorienta�on process in the center can be either art

works, shi�s in circula�on passages or physical barriers like

landscaping.

To create the form a podium/tower model was chosen,

pa�ent towers were oriented towards the east to achieve

morning sun penetra�on to sustain pa�ent’s circadian

rhythms. To allow for privacy rooms were angled plus the

pa�ent towers where twisted to form V like shapes. This

insures privacy and sunlight for everyone.

when reconfiguring and connec�ng the towers for func�onal

access it was decided that the roof would slope to form a

promenade kind of walkway for the pa�ents and hence

would form a way to connect them to the city, and vice versa.

Cha�arpur Temple in New Delhi

Create a tower podium structures with several pa�ent towers.

Orient all the towers east for morning sun access.

Eastern sunlight received and allowing for pa�ent privacy plus enabling a compact tower forma�on.

Reconfigura�on of masses allows for the con�nuity of circula�on and conceptual integra�on.

Connect the towers to connect all facili�es.

Slope roof slab and create a connec�on with the city at the ground level to a�ract pa�ents.

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WILLIAMWORN 04Connec�vity at the essence

Connec�vity is at the core of the hospitals concep�on.

Op�mizing connec�vity of the pa�ents to the staff, to nature

and the surrounding environment serves as a great evidence

based concept to increase healing �me, reduce stress,

increase control of the surrounding environment and thus

create a more welcoming environment between pa�ents,

visitors and staff. Social connec�on lies at the center of the

Indian culture where people would usually sit in loca�ons

outside their own houses in order talk and engage socially.

Connec�vity in Indian cultures can be used to create rooms

where there is a common sharing of space.

This is also reflected on the staff’s flow where nature is

induced and collabora�on is prominent between all team

members. Nature exposure along with the pause redirect and

reorient concept explained previously serves a great

advantage to reduce medical errors.

Medical errors form a huge problem in the medical

community. This connec�vity centered approach can be

expressed func�onally in a mul�ple of ways which will be

discussed and outlined later on in this document.


Access

4 main pa�ent entrances exist in the hospital, the first is the main

pa�ents’ entrance serving day pa�ents, the same entrance also

serves the staff but is located in a separate loca�on. An

emergency walk in entrance serves trauma pa�ents. Another

entrance would be the surgery and oncology entrance. The fourth

is the OB&G entrance.

Connec�on with people

By Crea�ng various opportuni�es for increasing face to face

contact and hence increase social bridge and link forming we are

being able to reduce stress levels and provide great stress

reduc�on advantages, the pa�ent green corridor just outside the

pa�ent rooms is a great way to express this rela�onship, various

terraces as shown above and below increase the pa�ent/family

and community forming prac�ces a reality.


VISUAL CONNECTION FROM INPATIENTS ROOMS’ SHARED SPACES

Social engagement increases confidence and posi�vely distracts pa�ents.

external connec�on increases the pa�ent’s control over their environment.

Connec�on to nature increases the pa�ents healing �me and decreases stress levels.

Main Entrance.

Main Entrance Pa�ent Green Corridor

Pa�ent flow diagram Staff flow and Nature Connec�vity diagram

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WILLIAMWORN 04Connec�vity at the essence

Connec�vity is at the core of the hospitals concep�on.

Op�mizing connec�vity of the pa�ents to the staff, to nature

and the surrounding environment serves as a great evidence

based concept to increase healing �me, reduce stress,

increase control of the surrounding environment and thus

create a more welcoming environment between pa�ents,

visitors and staff. Social connec�on lies at the center of the

Indian culture where people would usually sit in loca�ons

outside their own houses in order talk and engage socially.

Connec�vity in Indian cultures can be used to create rooms

where there is a common sharing of space.

This is also reflected on the staff’s flow where nature is

induced and collabora�on is prominent between all team

members. Nature exposure along with the pause redirect and

reorient concept explained previously serves a great

advantage to reduce medical errors.

Medical errors form a huge problem in the medical

community. This connec�vity centered approach can be

expressed func�onally in a mul�ple of ways which will be

discussed and outlined later on in this document.


Access

4 main pa�ent entrances exist in the hospital, the first is the main

pa�ents’ entrance serving day pa�ents, the same entrance also

serves the staff but is located in a separate loca�on. An

emergency walk in entrance serves trauma pa�ents. Another

entrance would be the surgery and oncology entrance. The fourth

is the OB&G entrance.

Connec�on with people

By Crea�ng various opportuni�es for increasing face to face

contact and hence increase social bridge and link forming we are

being able to reduce stress levels and provide great stress

reduc�on advantages, the pa�ent green corridor just outside the

pa�ent rooms is a great way to express this rela�onship, various

terraces as shown above and below increase the pa�ent/family

and community forming prac�ces a reality.


VISUAL CONNECTION FROM INPATIENTS ROOMS’ SHARED SPACES

Social engagement increases confidence and posi�vely distracts pa�ents.

external connec�on increases the pa�ent’s control over their environment.

Connec�on to nature increases the pa�ents healing �me and decreases stress levels.

Main Entrance.

Main Entrance Pa�ent Green Corridor

Pa�ent flow diagram Staff flow and Nature Connec�vity diagram

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1 Green Space Public Spaces

2 Roof Promenade

PATIENTS GARDEN

STAFF GARDEN

CHILDREN GARDEN

OB&G GARDEN

Daily Market Entrance

3

Roof Promenade

Garden Atria

Landscaping Concept, the nature and social connec�ons:

Landscaping was a central focus in the design of the center,

the Nature connec�vity approach is a central component of

the concept and a huge EBD factor for the success of the

project.

The concept stems from crea�ng many public green spaces

for gathering, the first would be the interconnected V tower

connec�ons which would serve as public spaces. The second

is the Roof Promenade system. The system allows for rain

water collec�on, and allows for pa�ents and their family to

use the roof as a gathering and exercise space or

rehabilita�on space.

The roof promenade is connected to the city market as

shown in the rendering from the lowest point, this means that

pa�ents and regular people can interact if their level of

accutey allows. The City market connec�on can usually be as

in typical Indian markets a mul� func�onal space. The space

switches from a daily market in the day �me to a evening

gathering space where people can sit down and relax.

The garden atria are specific to each pa�ent’s tower func�on,

4 atria serve different pa�ent types these are children,

pa�ent, staff, and OB&G. City market connec�on

4 City Connec�on

MORNING: Daily Market

EVENING: Social Space


1

2Expand new func�ons to other areas of the site

3 Build above hospital outpa�ent rooms

Expand D&T Parts below market space

Expansion Concept

Expansion is an essen�al part of the center, the land provided

has a 10 year provision for expansion, and as the city grows

the popula�on grows and the medical service area requires

more facili�es. The expansion of the center is set on 3

different scales:

Phase 1: Build as designed.

Phase2: Expand the D&T units below the market space

shows above, this will not eliminate the market space in

general but will raise it up closer to the promenade area,

above the new D&T. 2 new floors of D&T can be provided

using this method.

Phase3: Is the expansion set for the sit in general, this means

building a larger replica of the hospital as detailed by the

client in general.

Phase 4: Add more pa�ent rooms about the exis�ng pa�ent

rooms, the structure and sha�s were designed to enable

more MEP and Structural Loads.

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1 Green Space Public Spaces

2 Roof Promenade

PATIENTS GARDEN

STAFF GARDEN

CHILDREN GARDEN

OB&G GARDEN


3

Roof Promenade

Garden Atria

Landscaping Concept, the nature and social connec�ons:

Landscaping was a central focus in the design of the center,

the Nature connec�vity approach is a central component of

the concept and a huge EBD factor for the success of the

project.

The concept stems from crea�ng many public green spaces

for gathering, the first would be the interconnected V tower

connec�ons which would serve as public spaces. The second

is the Roof Promenade system. The system allows for rain

water collec�on, and allows for pa�ents and their family to

use the roof as a gathering and exercise space or

rehabilita�on space.

The roof promenade is connected to the city market as

shown in the rendering from the lowest point, this means that

pa�ents and regular people can interact if their level of

accutey allows. The City market connec�on can usually be as

in typical Indian markets a mul� func�onal space. The space

switches from a daily market in the day �me to a evening

gathering space where people can sit down and relax.

The garden atria are specific to each pa�ent’s tower func�on,

4 atria serve different pa�ent types these are children,

pa�ent, staff, and OB&G. City market connec�on

4 City Connec�on

MORNING: Daily Market

EVENING: Social Space


1

2Expand new func�ons to other areas of the site

3 Build above hospital outpa�ent rooms

Expand D&T Parts below market space

Expansion Concept

Expansion is an essen�al part of the center, the land provided

has a 10 year provision for expansion, and as the city grows

the popula�on grows and the medical service area requires

more facili�es. The expansion of the center is set on 3

different scales:

Phase 1: Build as designed.

Phase2: Expand the D&T units below the market space

shows above, this will not eliminate the market space in

general but will raise it up closer to the promenade area,

above the new D&T. 2 new floors of D&T can be provided

using this method.

Phase3: Is the expansion set for the sit in general, this means

building a larger replica of the hospital as detailed by the

client in general.

Phase 4: Add more pa�ent rooms about the exis�ng pa�ent

rooms, the structure and sha�s were designed to enable

more MEP and Structural Loads.

View from Wacker Drive

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Public Lobby

Admin.

Food Service

Laundry

Shops

Shops

Ob&G Lobby

Courtyard

Central Stores

Imaging

Emergency Department

OB & G Housing


Imaging

Courtyard

Surgery

Surgery

Endescopy

Food Service

Laundry

Ob & G

Center of Excelence

Shops

Cardiology

Public Lobby

Public Lobby

MOB and Out-Patient

Ob & G

Center of ExcelenceShops

Facility Management

Service

Ob&G Housing Lobby

MOB and Out-Patient

Ob&G Housing Lobby

Ob & G

Shops

Ob&G Housing Lobby

Ob & G

Pediatric

Inpatients

Inpatients

Ob&G Housing Lobby Pediatric

Inpatients

Inpatients

Pediatric

Inpatients

Inpatients

Inpatients

Inpatients

Inpatients

Pediatric

Inpatients

Inpatients

Physiology

Sta ffLobby

Center of Excelence

Inpatients

inpa�ent floor

inpa�ent floor

OB&G Housing Lobby

P. Center for Excellence


Shops

OB&G

Facility Management services

Shops

MOB and Outpa�ent

Clinics

Public Lobby

OB&GFood Services & Laundry

Surgery

Shops

Central Stores

ED Public Lobby

Imaging

OB & G Lobby

OB & G LobbyShops

Bird’s Eye View

Stacking, Func�on and Circula�on

The center is stacked as shown in the diagram on the

opposite page. The towers mainly contain pa�ent rooms and

minimal other func�ons.

The podium below contains most func�ons including the

OB&G center for excellence, Shops, the MOB, outpa�ent

clinics, the Surgery suite, Imaging, the emergency

department, administra�ve areas and lobbies.

Each V tower is supplied with 3 main elevators. 1 stack serves

the public. Another stack serves the Staff and Pa�ents, and

the other stack serves the services.

All these are supported by 3 dis�nct flows, a pa�ent and staff

corridor, a public corridor, and services corridor. This allows

for very quick access and minimal intersec�on between

various func�ons so that the center can operate as smooth as

possible. Riser Diagram & Ver�cal Circula�on

Riser Diagram and Horizontal Circula�on

Staff & Pa�ent Circula�on Public Circula�on

Services Circula�on

inpa�ent floor

inpa�ent floor

inpa�ent floor

In-Pa�ent Zone Administra�ve Zone

Services Zone

Diagnos�c Zone

Func�onal Stacking Diagram

View from Wacker Drive

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Public Lobby

Admin.

Food Service

Laundry

Shops

Shops

Ob&G Lobby

Courtyard

Central Stores

Imaging


OB & G Housing


Imaging

Courtyard

Surgery

Surgery

Endescopy

Food Service

Laundry

Ob & G

Center of Excelence

Shops

Cardiology

Public Lobby

Public Lobby

MOB and Out-Patient

Ob & G

Center of ExcelenceShops

Facility Management

Service

Ob&G Housing Lobby

MOB and Out-Patient

Ob&G Housing Lobby

Ob & G

Shops

Ob&G Housing Lobby

Ob & G

Pediatric

Inpatients

Inpatients

Ob&G Housing Lobby Pediatric

Inpatients

Inpatients

Pediatric

Inpatients

Inpatients

Inpatients

Inpatients

Inpatients

Pediatric

Inpatients

Inpatients

Physiology

Sta ffLobby

Center of Excelence

Inpatients

inpa�ent floor

inpa�ent floor

OB&G Housing Lobby



Shops

OB&G

Facility Management services

Shops

MOB and Outpa�ent

Clinics

Public Lobby

OB&GFood Services & Laundry

Surgery

Shops

Central Stores

ED Public Lobby

Imaging

OB & G Lobby

OB & G LobbyShops

Bird’s Eye View

Stacking, Func�on and Circula�on

The center is stacked as shown in the diagram on the

opposite page. The towers mainly contain pa�ent rooms and

minimal other func�ons.

The podium below contains most func�ons including the

OB&G center for excellence, Shops, the MOB, outpa�ent

clinics, the Surgery suite, Imaging, the emergency

department, administra�ve areas and lobbies.

Each V tower is supplied with 3 main elevators. 1 stack serves

the public. Another stack serves the Staff and Pa�ents, and

the other stack serves the services.

All these are supported by 3 dis�nct flows, a pa�ent and staff

corridor, a public corridor, and services corridor. This allows

for very quick access and minimal intersec�on between

various func�ons so that the center can operate as smooth as

possible. Riser Diagram & Ver�cal Circula�on

Riser Diagram and Horizontal Circula�on

Staff & Pa�ent Circula�on Public Circula�on

Services Circula�on

inpa�ent floor

inpa�ent floor

inpa�ent floor

In-Pa�ent Zone Administra�ve Zone

Services Zone

Diagnos�c Zone

Func�onal Stacking Diagram

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Family Zone

Patient Zone

Clinical Zone

Nursing Units

The room design enables op�mum orienta�on to views and

eastern sun. The walls are all curved to reduce edges,

an�bacterial wood plas�c composites are used on the floor

and furniture.

The family zone is oriented for easy conversa�ons with the ability to extend the number of family sea�ng. The family furniture can be extended into a bedroom.

The hand washing basin is oriented for direct pa�ent doctor eye contact.

The nurse worksta�on is also oriented for op�mum angles and viewing and monitoring ability.

Enough Storage is provided inside the room. Along with handrails for pa�ents to move easily to the toilet area, The toilet is almost shower less, and is totally ADA compliant.Pa�ent Room Type A

Pa�ent Room Type B

Patient Doctor Contact

Nurse Monitoring angel

Patient View Angel

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Family Zone

Patient Zone

Clinical Zone

Nursing Units

The room design enables op�mum orienta�on to views and

eastern sun. The walls are all curved to reduce edges,

an�bacterial wood plas�c composites are used on the floor

and furniture.

The family zone is oriented for easy conversa�ons with the ability to extend the number of family sea�ng. The family furniture can be extended into a bedroom.

The hand washing basin is oriented for direct pa�ent doctor eye contact.

The nurse worksta�on is also oriented for op�mum angles and viewing and monitoring ability.

Enough Storage is provided inside the room. Along with handrails for pa�ents to move easily to the toilet area, The toilet is almost shower less, and is totally ADA compliant.Pa�ent Room Type A

Pa�ent Room Type B

Patient Doctor Contact

Nurse Monitoring angel

Patient View Angel

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Emergency Entrance

Double Skin Facade and Pa�ent Walkway

Emergency Departement

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Emergency Entrance

Double Skin Facade and Pa�ent Walkway

Emergency Departement

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