I have pretty much clear what is what I want for my site development.
- My access plaza:
I want to make a clean entrance (not sure about trees and / or landscape)
I want to be a invitation to both streets and particularly to the “corner”
It will reflect some of my original concepts thru texture and material (simple ??!!)
It is to be very energetic and supported by many visual elements (my “spectaculars”) - Boylston Street:
I want to respect the set back of the west building as well as some of the elements of it (very symbolic)
I want to give my interpretation of the “living” in Boston with my new interpretation of the “bay window” (we’ll see if possible) and I might elevate the dorm building to give a “water table – basement” feel to it)
I want to be very energetic and have a great deal of interaction with the business side of the street with my “spectaculars” (I am struggling with the landscape and trees)
I want to incorporate some elements of traditional Boston in my details (maybe windows, etc) in a contemporary interpretation (yet to happen) - Inside court:
I want it t be a dynamic element of the place (like adding an all year round “river rock” ) and will serve for my sustainable strategies
I wan to make it an “extension” of the west building” but add plenty of ever green trees on that side to give a sense of privacy. (in communion with the louvers at the exit stair) - On the track side I just want to provide a “soldier” line of trees to buffer the sound, limit some visuals and to give the train a entry side wall to the tunnel.
Gus
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Gus,
I think this river rock will create the dramatic effect you are looking for. You might want to consult with Kara about ideas for this as it is similar to her Canyon idea. Amr suggested a sand model to figure out where the water would lead. It may pertain to your ideas as well. One thing I wanted to suggest that may create for more drama is if the water flow started up near Boylston in the area you marked as Soft LS and flowed under the connecting element of the buildings. I think it may help draw the passerby into that space (unless you don’t want this space utilized by the community). I think if the passerby sees the water disappear under the building they might be more likely to attempt to follow it to see where it ends up thus bringing them into the river rock. Keep up the good work. I love your schedule. I think I need to do the same layout!!!
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