CONNECTING WITH SITE
SYMBOLS
Using the form of some of the symbols previously explored as joinery techniques, I created several arrangements. These arrangements didn't aim to look neat and beautiful, they were made to explore how these different symbols could join together to create new forms.
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From here I explored how these single forms could be adapted and implemented into site to get people to stop and interact with the site. These explorations encourage people to engage with the space therefore building the relationship between person and site.
PHYSICAL ATTACHMENT
I used clay to make a joint that would invite people to physically attach to site through their hands. The clay allowed me to make organic shapes and mold the pieces to the size of my hand.
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This concept might have become problematic to relate to the community as they shape and size was in relation to the dimensions of my hand.
ADDING TO THE SITE
Drawing on my knowledge of Japanese joinery techniques I designed several joints that could be attached to the support pillars on the bridge. These joints provide the opportunity for a structure to attach to the bridge. They slot and connect around the shape of the pillars to create tension and strength.
ACCESSING THE SITE
Finding a way to access the site. The pedestrian pathway ends here and the space between the driveway and the pathway is blocked by reeds. These interventions would propose a pathway for people walking into the site.
Building a bridge over the reeds seemed as though it would be too disruptive to the site even though its practical. I assume the reeds underneath would die from lack of sunlight just like they have underneath the bridge.
This concept would be less disruptive to the site but less practical and slightly dangerous. The addition of handrails would intrude further onto the natural environment.