other works: richard wilson, gordon matta clark

Work by Richard Wilson in Liverpool where an egg shaped volume is used to puncture and revolve the fascade of this building.



Additionally, the artistic work of Gordon Matta-Clark, is of interest in how he literally cut slices into existing buildings "exposing the hidden spaces within".

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In this case study I hoped to gain some insight into the "quality of space" that Turrell creates with his work, specifically his use and control of light. I am intrigued by his work and the depth with which he manipulates both found and original constructs to achieve his "space".

Turrell's work reframes what you see. Often requiring the adjustment of the visual senses through certain approaches and positioning. Sometimes waiting for eyes to adjust to a certain spectrum. Since his work is meant to be experienced within the space or art he creates, I found it much more productive to do simple diagrams rather than attempt to dissect the precision required to create his space and light.

Thesis development focus is on the performance of space where program and function start to become secondary or even tertiary in nature... quality of space that is desired.






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Master plan for the High Line, New York, NY – Diller Scofidio + Renfro

Developed as a master plan for an elevated section of railway that has long been abandon and is akin to a modern ruin the architects have embraced the deterioration of the structure “where nature has reclaimed a once vital piece of urban infrastructure”. The designers create intimate public park settings, striking views of the city, and discovery of a forgotten world that, through the absence of use, began to form a new life. At the same time the character of the High Line is kept intact.

A prime example of adaptive reuse and recycling of a found structure the High Line project exhibits what seems to be very intuitive design decisions. By removing, sections of steel and altering the levels on a pedestrain scale (formerly railroad scale) one is engaged with the ruinic nature of this mass of forgotten steel in West Manhattan.

I envision charateristics of the big box could be manipulated in similar ways. By peeling away the skin or enlcosure and exposing structure of the box we can start to redefine and reform the box itself. Examining the existing srtuctural components and removing pieces and replacing them with new could be a possible methodology to fracture the big box.