Imagining the SAID Galleries Griffin Osada

7/31/2019 Imagining the SAID Galleries Griffin Osada

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The stated goal of Threshold Reimagined is to [improve] the

spatial ambiance, environmental quality, function/purpose

and branded presence of the School of Architecture and

Interior Design [SAID]. Through the course of the design

conversation, a variety of options presented themselves. Here

we will outline the reasons for this specic response, and some

of the design decisions made.

The space currently functions as a connection between

teachers and students, a representation of the school for those

outside the SAID community, an information center, and as a

gallery to display the work of SAID as a whole. The relationship

of teacher and student being well established, the focus was

on the function of the space as gallery and bulletin board. It

became a priority to create some dilineation between these

functions. This organization of the spaces on the east wall

includes a proper lighting of the intended gallery space, and

the inclusion of electronic multimedia.

We discussed a few directions the brand identity of SAID might

be portrayed. It is easy to suggest that SAID should reinterpret

the UC branding guidelines in an architectural manner, and

paint the hallway black and red. The idea of dissecting SAID

faculty and college publications for a common theme alsopresents itself. But these are both inferior in suggesting the

identity of SAID: Simply that of creating work that incorporates

DIY craft and materiality honest to those processes. This intent

for the school can be seen in the wooden shelves attached

to columns in the studios and the pin up boards in the east-

west hallways. A focus on materiality and detailing created by

the students and faculty that encourages craft and introduces

new processes.

Combining the commitment to projects with a richprocess and materiality with an acknowledgementof the schools role as a member of the larger DAAPand UC communities.

Allowing this branding goal to inform decisions ofmaterial and form, and creating a more functionalgallery and presentation of information.


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ceiling levelmonitor location

- differentiating -gallery + information space

panel grid lighting type


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Baltic Birch, white drywall, and steel panels are thehighlights of the composition. By using magnetsinstead of pins, the steel panels provide pin upsurface for information and gallery, while addinga rich materiality. The patina on the steel expressesthe craft process, both in the patina itself and inhighlighting the plug welds used in creating each

unit. The metal, set against a black painted wall,is juxtaposed with the existing white drywall on thewest wall. Acting as intermediary, the dynamicceiling composition is crafted of Baltic birchplywood. Baltic birch was chosen for its connectionto the industrial detailing of the steel and lightingxtures, while maintaining a clean richness.


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In order to upgrade the existing lighting condition,

two xture types were chosen. LED track lighting

provides true-color rendering and customizable

direction to the gallery space. Incorporated into

the dynamic ceiling construction, exposed led

lighting tubes providesrhythm in the spaces not

designated as gallery, and are in keeping with

the semi-industrial palette. This lighting can also

serve as emergency lighting for the hallway.

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steel panels to be hung on painted east wall

west wall to be renished as existing

existing oor to remain

remove existing suspended ceiling


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products custom details + notes

Lighting -

Edison Price MiDimax LED W, or like track-

mounted LED wallwasher. Black Finish. Dimable

MDM LED XSM - 700A - DM - BLK

Edison Price Lighting 120v pendant track, such

as SLAC-HWEB

Neon de Luz from Marset

49 1X54W T5

Red Finish

White Metal Brackets to be painted matte

black

Monitors -

Flat Screen Monitors to be determined by

College. Design dimensions of Monitor:

Dimensions of chosen monitor to be reected

in panel dimension, to maintain consistent 3

reveal.

Hardware -

Door hardware to be replaced as Schlage

F54PLY622, or other like Matte Black Finish.

D32 Neodymium Disc Magnets, or like, to be

used as gallery hanging method.

Can be found at www.kjmagnetics.com

Wall Panels -

Wall panels to be 10 guage steel, cut to size

(see Section 1) and sanded for clean edge.

Threaded Rod to be placed 16 O.C in existing

CMU walls and 2 C-channel steel to be drilled

to afx to bolt. Channel to be welded to steel

plate with 3/8 Plug Welds 8 O.C. Welid spray

to be removed with hammer and chisel.

Vista Patina Blue to be applied to steel after

welding and cleaning. Patina by Ron Young.

Can be procured at www.sculptnouveau.com.

As material resource and precedent, see studyby Kieran Timberlake:

http://kierantimberlake.com/research/steel_

nishes_study_1.html#

Seal Steel with professional cold steel sealant,

like Clear Guard Environmentally Friendly Matte.

Room Signage -

1/2 Lasercut Birch Plywood cut to size and

sanded, laser engraved with room numbering

to match DAAP standard. Mounted to new

panel system.

West wall signs are mounted to patinated steel

plates. Steel plates are xed to the wall with

countersunk screws.

Ceiling -

56 x 6 x 5/8 Baltic Birch plywood to be

suspended at heights according to Section 1.

Cables to be attached to top side with 1/2

Screw Eyelets (See Detail XX).

Neon de Luz Fixture to be attached to plywood

in specied locations. (See RCP) To be hung 1

below wood panel, centered on panel. eyelets

to be relocated in case of conict.

Notes -

Wall Mounted Devices - to be relocated to

correlate with new 3 reveal in system.

Existing Floor Tiles - to be cleaned and

replaced if damaged

East CMU Wall - to be painted black

West Drywall Wall - to be repaired where

necessary & painted to match existing. Paint to

bottom of 8000 level oor slab.

East Wall Trim - to be painted matte black

Fire Extinguisher - Cut Steel Plate to accept,

align one side of black painted trim with new 3

reveal if possible.


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preliminary bud

PRODUCTS -

Track Lighting: MDM LED XSM - 700A - DM - BLK

11 x $ CONTACT MANUFACT.

Pendant Track: SLAC-HWEB

3 x $ CONTACT MANUFACT.

(Estimated Track/Lamp Lighting Cost at $200 per

item - $2800)

Neon de Luz Lighting: 49 1X54W T5

15 x $700 = 10,000

Door Hardware: Schlage F54PLY622

16 x $ 40 = $640

D32 Neodymium Disc Magnets:500 x $0.23 = $115.00

Flat Screen Monitor

$350 x 2 = $700.00

STEEL PANELS -

(2 Gallon chemical Estimate,

contact manufacturer to verify)

10 Guage Steel

Price unknown, using higher stainless price

c. 950 sf x $ 25 = $23,750

Metal Cleaner

2 Gal x $14 = $28.00

Vista Patina Blue2 Gal x $75 = $150.00

Clear Guard Environmentally Friendly Sealant

2 Gal x $70 = $140.00

C Channel Steel

120 ft x $12 ft = $1000

CEILING CONSTRUCTION -

Baltic Birch Plywood -

18 x $36.00 = $650

ADDITIONAL COSTS -

Hardware, Paint, Etc

$1000 - $1500

TOTAL ESTIMATED MATERIAL COST - $42,000


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By creating a dynamic relationship of gallery and information presentation, spe-

cic lighting tactics can improve the function of the gallery and the overall en-

vironmental experience. Panelized wall construction allows for further deliniation

between gallery and information presentation, and for incorperation of screens

for showcasing digital work.

Choosing materials and applications that can be crafted by the SAID community

is consistent with the school philosophy, and puts an emphasis on the beauty of

craft. Incorporating laser cut room signage connects to the colleges desires for

collaboration, and allowing the UC branding to inform the dynamic ceiling nods

to the schools participation in that larger community.

We would like to thank you for the opportunity to imagine the SAID GALLERY. We

invite you to imagine with us.

sayoko osada + michael grifn

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