Thesis Proposal
Depth Work - Lighting
The depth work for the lighting design of this space shall be an implementation and execution of the designs that were proposed in my schematic design report. Besides meeting the design criteria established by the IESNA Lighting Handbook and California's Title 24, the goal will be to create an aesthetically pleasing environment for people to socialize.
Depth Work - Electrical
This will involve a reconfiguration of the current electrical distribution system in order to meet the needs of proposed lighting design schemes. Additional areas of study will include the implementation of energy efficient transformers as well as the feasibility of an on-site photovoltaic array system in conjunction. The later will be done in conjunction with my LEED breath work. Electrical system components will be resized per the needs of the new design.
Breadth Work - LEED
Currently, the Student Resorce Building is aiming for a LEED silver certification. The study will examine what changes could be made in terms of material selection, system design and/or delivery process will potentially help this building achieve a higher certification status. I will determine what additional points could be achieved after I find out what points the current design is trying to achieve. Currently, I intend to implement the following:
Renewable Energy (with regards to PV array study in depth work)
Rapidly Renewable Materials
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Monitoring
Breadth Work - Architecture
Combined with the weather of Santa Barbara, California, the North East Plaza is envisioned as a place for people to convene and exchange ideas. However, the architectural form of this space can lend itself better to this ideal if it was improved. If one considers the piazzas of old, an analogy I used in my schematic design, the current design is not as contained as it could be to mimic that experience. I intend to do a thorough study of the form and circulation patterns of different piazzas around the world after which a schematic reconfiguration of this space will be proposed. The goal will be to provide a better and more aesthetically pleasing environment for people to socialize. An additional lighting scheme will be proposed for this redesigned space at the schematic level. Drainage issues will also be considered.
Updated Proposal (2.05.07)