Algenosphere: Case Study 03

Urban Gym

Mehek Usman



Case Study: Surface
This project researches the effects of creating a form using the material assembly with less restrictions, instead contorting the surface into a shield-like usage. With the air becoming purified upon its release, the Urban Gym form blocks incoming air from dispersing it immediately to have areas such as the seating and exercise areas beneficial respiratory effects. The usage of the space, existing as a fitness hub for exercise and pause area for runners especially needed for FDR Drive, results as one of the healthiest areas for wellness. The site itself is intentionally chosen as a spot of great misuse and proximity to both car traffic (for its exhaust to be purified) as well as near one of the three access bridges to the walking path. 



Model Image


Site Plan/Analysis


Plan


Sections 

CFD Diagram


Phenomenal Space


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Visiting Associate Professor
Darrick Borowski
dborowski64@pratt.edu
darrick@dba.nyc
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Mycoshield:Sarah Cawley
Brianna Martinez-Burns
Saahir Lakhani

Algenosphere:Aarav Schroff
Nicolas Gotzev
Mehek Usman
Terraflow:Brynn Lucky
Vaughn Carson
Olivia Su

Urban Osmosis:Zophia Li
Tia Thomspon
Kylefish