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zviko kutsanzira light pavillion 03 MEMORIA CENTRE 09 phosphene 14

zvikokeithkutsanzira@yahoo.com SECOND YEAR PROJECT, SECOND SEMESTER 2018 SECOND YEAR PROJECT, FIRST SEMESTER 2018 THIRD YEAR PROJECT, FIRST SEMESTER 2019
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Student ID: A1720109

Education:
Bachelor of Architectural Design - University of Adelaide
2017-2019 - Current

Notable experience:
ARM ARCHITECTURE , Summer 2018-2019
Work Experience which included redesigning a
first year architecture student studio space at the
University of Adelaide's school of Architecture.

Skills:
Photoshop:
Indesign:
Autocad:
Vray:
Illustrator:
Rhino:
Revit:
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THIRD YEAR PROJECT, FIRST SEMESTER 2019

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 light pavillion individual project.
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Pedestrian Movement
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37,200 mm
Situated on the Barr smith lawns of the University of Adelaide, this light pavilion
was curated as a response to a new interpretation of light and how light is
defined.

Viewing the relationship between light and its movement through space
was the main design logic applied. Further abstraction of the relationship
between light and movement resulted in the almost sculptural quality of the
Barr smith light pavilion.

The site is very open, with benches flanking on both sides of the lawn.
Trees provide light shading for the nearby benches. The space is usually
populated during the hotter months and events are held on the lawn.

green space

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142,600 mm

light study, day.

light study, day.

42,500 mm

light study, night.

The math lawns site is surrounded by
two buildings on opposite sides. Directly
north of the lawns are the engineering
and maths buildings. To the west lies
the Barr Smith Library reading room.
The central lawns are used a publiac
space by students. There are benches
around the perimetre of the lawn. The
large open space is regularly used for
various university events such as open
day and Club meetings.

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 concepts
idea generation.

floor spaces // spaces for movement.

A B
light moving in a linear line

A B
light interacts with object: breaking continuity. point of entry. exit.

plan view.

forming pathways of movement.

elevation.
idea A idea B

A B A B

using pathways of movement to create spaces forming shapes - reinforcing disorientating movement
of light.

This space features and plays with the notion of

looking at movement through light. The space
starts linear at the entrance. As you move deep-
er in and the surroundings begin to affect the
light – distortion occurs. Being led by the light,
occupants lose themselves in the disorientating
structure until they find themselves through the
concept section structure – having experienced the distorted
and sporadic movements induced by light.

concept perspective.
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final design

The form is split into four components, the primary

portion being the above ground structure. The
above ground portion features shading as people
traverse over the form. Seating has also been
accounted for, as there are bench cut-outs into the
form allowing visitors to sit and enjoy the structure
above ground. These outer protrusions were the result
of abstracting the nature in which light moves, with
the intent of making a physical representation
of light as it moves through space.

The first lower level which is a multi-function space

fitted with seating arrangements features an abundance
of glassed fenestrations, allowing for ample light to enter
the space. The floor of this level also features the glassed
perforations, these acting as the primary light source for
the level underneath it. The aim was to make a space
that continually chances, not only during the day but
as you go further down. Patterns shift as sunlight enters
the glassed fenestrations and shine onto the exposed
concrete walls.

There is a main circular opening that runs through

all three underground levels, ensuring an abundance of
natural light. The second lower level serves also as small
work space, the abundance of light ensures a comfortable
unique working space.
The third lower level is the designated exhibition room. This
space also receives natural light from the circular opening
which floods the room with ambient atmosphere.

concept version 1 movement diagram

concept version 2 final design

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site plan. 1:200

-1 lvl floor plan. 1:100

-2 lvl floor plan. 1:100

-3 lvl gallery floor plan. 1:100

north-south section 1:100

south-north section 1:100

north elevation section 1:100

west-south section.
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renders
These views show the reflectivity of the form above
surface. Having a polished aluminium clad surface
is a continuation of the metaphor of ‘moving light.’
Light can be seen moving as it reflects off the form.
These renders also show how people would interact
with the object. Being a source of shade, the form
would also be a suitable place to relax and sit.

The interior renders capture the piercing light

that enters the space through the several glassed
fenestrations and the main circular opening. This
flow of light helps to give the space character and
atmosphere.

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memoria stage 1 MASTERPLAN. Not TO SCALE.
Memoria community centre started off
as a two-stage master planning exercise.
The chosen site was the dilapidated ex-
military base at Fort Largs, Port Adelaide.
This first stage, which included planning
the new program to be built on the site
was coined “the revival”. The fort Largs
revival aimed to bring back the sense of
character that the Port had. Being such
a distinct site, we felt that port Adelaide
needed to have a place that continues
its iconic appeal. Our revival masterplan
would offer people an alternative to
the suburbanised surroundings they
encounter on an everyday basis.

Port Adelaide was a voice for the

industrial people. All the factories and
surround buildings collectively told a
story of where the region had come from
and what direction it was headed in. The
revival benefits the surrounding areas
by being a space that people can come
as a collective to experience the site’s
individuality while bringing a sense of
newness through the different programs
each building offer. The site was split into
three different buildings that were further
polished by individual group members.
Memoria was the ‘community’ aspect
of the site and is where I focused my
attention.

The photos below the plan were the

preliminary ideas we had as we were
trying to visualize what emotions those
who would wander onto our site would
feel at any given time. While developing
the initial concept, the history and trench

warfare of the site wasn’t dismissed. We

continued to reflect on the original nature
of the site, seeing how these worlds could
ISOLATED. UNFOLDING EMOTIONS. TRAVERSE. TRANSITION.
merge to form a coherent whole.

As this was a group task of 3 peoples, my specific role was

to design the individual building that would be expanded
on in the second stage. We also worked together drawing
simultaneously to finish the masterplan and color it. My
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memoria stage 2
Memoria community centre is a space that all or; s
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peoples, whether local or national groups can ground

identify and connect with. This space serves not

only as a voice for the people fort Largs but is a
relatable site that can connects with its users at
more than just a superficial level. site pathways amphitheatre

This community centre functions as a place

where outdoor elements seamless blend in with
indoor elements, to have a building that not only
takes advantage of its locale but also of the roots
of the people who live there and their way of life,
with the intention of providing a relevant building. It existing buildings
aims to turn the desolate fort Largs into a beaming
community hub where the Port Adelaide community
is strengthened and expanded.
first floor; scale: 1:100
SITE PLAN. 1:1000

The centre has two main halls on the ground floor.

Hall A being 150m squared and Hall B 64m squared.
Seven toilets are also arrayed on the ground floor. A
curved walkway joins the two floors together.
greenroof

The first floor features five office rooms that range

from 67m to 35m squared. The building also features
an accessible green roof and also an amphitheatre that
seats up to 40 people.

glass facade

first floor offices and rooms

viewing area

elevator

hall A elevator hall B toilet AXONOMETRIC.

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interior view. level 1 viewing area grass roofview

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individual project.
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jesse zilm
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Phosphene: ‘a luminous image produced by mechanical stimulation of the

retina, as by pressure applied to the eyeball by the finger when the lid is
closed.’ In this case, the luminous image appears when exhibition viewers
apply “pressure” by encountering the space.

Multiple microphones pick up the auditory noise generated by nearby visitors,

and the artwork is then displayed through projectors onto the form. When there
is no pressure applied, there are no images produced.

Phosphene serves as a visual gate, a checkpoint that visitors pass through

and then are encompassed by the artwork. It transports the viewer briefly into
another world, as the art is being projected around them.

The viewer being the centre of the art and playing a key role in its production
allows for greater immersion. Just as a simple gate is opened using ones body,
phosphene is opened simply by coming in contact with or applying pressure to
the form.

front elevation 1:20

back elevation 1:20

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 STRUCTURAL system CORE MASS PROJECTING AREA

ELEVATION 1:20 SECTION 1:20 ELEVATION 1:20

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 The inherent poetry of the site that has
been not but the energy and outlook
towards the site and its neighbouring
influences show a long span of neglect.
Just like the people that surround it, a
release is necessary.
We are the direct by products of our
influences, and this influence on the site
causes a sudden release, an explosion
rather, a chaotic outburst, an idea directly
influenced by its surroundings, both
feeding off this energy and contributing
to the relentless and seemingly endless
energy found throughout.
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After the initial site visit and impression, I was left with this idea
dread manifest
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another outlook to it, another interpretation. Which made me
remember, that collectively as humans will collectively reach a
state of death, but before that there will be a certain period of
our lifes were we struggle to do mundane tasks, when we reach
our senior years.
This space aims to be a place that firstly, disorientates visitors
by having spaces that contract and change size rapidly, and
irregular floors and ceilings. All with the aim of ‘informing’ a
newer generation of the difficulties of life that will be coming
ahead of them regardless. The second stage is housing for the
elderly. By the end of the experience visitors not only have a
greater appreciation of their own lives, but also of those of their
elders.
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structure, comprised of slab with reinforced columns for apartment side.

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fourth level plan at 1:500 - retirment apatments.

second level plan at 1:500 - nurse offices and public restrooms.

public accessed area

interior walls.

private residential area

retired citizen movement path.

visitor movement path.

movement//program.

fenestration and exterior wall panelling clad.

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initial modular field/structure from painting. simplification and unification/modifica- experimentation with form and structure finalised module.
tion of module. of module.

initial modular layout 1

These paintings were direct outcomes of the feelings felt on site. Seeing as the people
who spent the most time looking/observing our site were those hospital patients sitting
across the site.

The render to the left shows the task of trying to create an uncomfortable space so
people could develop a sense of understand for the state they will eventually enter.

The form was further rationalized, but the idea of having an uncomfortable space
was kept, as the entrance of the building made visitors walk through an everchanging
pathway and emerge into the main open area. initial modular field reduction of modular field. final modular field/building arrangement.

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experimental view 1. spacial qualities of meeting area

exterior view 1

experimental view 2. areas were visitors meet with senior citizens

experimental view 3. showing the jouner from the unfortable entrance towards the main space exterior view 2

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