Sketchup - attempt 1

This was my initial design and first attempt at making my model on sketch up. I ended up starting again as I didn't like the simplicity of the top building and couldn't seem to add useful detail, while the bottom building did not seem to hold any functionality. I kept the same words (enchant, regenerate), though looked to my other initial sketches to make a new design.

enchant
regenerate

Stair 4

This was my initial stair design, though after changing the design of my building, the stair no longer matched. This design was scratched.

Stair 4

I wanted this staircase to fit into a part of the building. Using the triangular spikes, I designed a staircase that fits directly inside. The treads are made of steel to match the material of the building and underneath are concrete blocks for support.

Stair 3

I wanted this staircase to intertwine with the spiral pillars of the building so I designed a spiral staircase. The actual steps are made of wood, though all other parts are made of steel though painted white to match the building. The steps are connected at the base by a length of steel that follows the cylindrical shape and attaches to the pillars wherever possible. Each step has a baluster that connects to the handrail.

Stair 2

This staircase represents 'regenerate' for Trent Jansen Studio. These steps are U shaped as they have the longer landing on one side and the path winds back around. Another form of floating steps, each step is connected to the wall and to another step. I chose timber for my material to contrast with the steel steps above. 

inspiration

Stair 1 - used on top building (enchant)

This stair represents 'enchant' for Mountain and Moon. I wanted to design a set of floating steps that follow the outer lines of the building. Each stair is made up of one piece of steel in a U shape and connecting at the top to the base of the building (as sketched). Using steel allows the steps to stay sturdy as they have no further support at the bottom. 

Sketches

regenerate                        polarity

embellishment                 embellishment

embellishment                   organic

polarity                              alluring

regenerate                          polarity

alluring                              alluring

alluring                              alluring

organic                               regenerate

alluring                               enchant

polarity                               organic

enchant                                enchant

regenerate                            polarity

embellishment                    embellishment

organic                                regenerate

organic                               regenerate

enchant                               enchant

polarity                               organic

enchant                               embellishment

Designers

the_kyza - Ranger Danger
A: robust
N: poise
V: exhilarate

Trent Jansen Studio - Collision Collection
A: organic
N: polarity
V: regenerate

Mountain and Moon - Infinity Ring
A: alluring
N: embellishment
V: enchant

Introduction

This is from a ski resort in Hakuba, Japan. I don't necessarily find the image beautiful for the image's sake (I'm definitely not the greatest photographer) but instead because it communicates the idea of travel and allows me to imagine myself back in that place, experiencing a different environment and culture.

Daniel Libeskind's Jewish Museum in Berlin 2001
The museum is made up of 3 contrasting buildings which display the historical and current social issues of Judaism. The architecture, materials and functionality of the museum intertwines with it's historical teachings.
The angular building, covered in zinc which will tarnish over time, is said to represent violence and the continual development of Judaism in Germany.
This is one of my favourite pieces of architecture as it not only stands as a functioning building but also acts as a piece of art; a part of the museum itself, providing another outlook on the ideas of Judaism.

This was my Visual Arts HSC Major work titled 'The Seven Degenerates', depicting the 7 deadly sins (lust, wrath, gluttony, envy, pride, greed and sloth) through a vision of modern day technological advancements. There are about 8 layers of different materials and patina products on each sculpture. This was one of the first creative pieces in school that we could create with no limitations or boundaries and instead discover our own aesthetic views.