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Light
The focus of this project is to design a proposed non-denominational chapel located on the campus of Farmingdale State College. The College wants this to be a profoundly spiritual place that people of all faiths can worship and reflect on life’s events. The College believes this can be achieved by the creative use of light. Students must select a site on campus and implement a non-symmetrical design.
Site Analysis
Building Heights
Circulation
Function of Spaces
Spaces
Sun Angles
Spring
Fall
Summer
Winter
Light Models
Past Precedents
Convent of La Tourette
Kimbell Museum
Johnson Wax Building
Final Floor Plan
Site Selection
The site was selected for its close proximity to a high traffic pedestrian pathway near the center of the college where it can be viewed often. Its orientation was selected to maximize sunlight with all three chapel buildings receiving southern light.
Hierarchy
1. Main Sanctuary
2. Memorial Chapel
3. Memorial Chapel
4.Secular Spaces
3d Building on Site
Elevations
North
South
East
West
Sections
Facing Southern Direction
Facing Northern Direction
3d Views
Forms of Light Manipulation/ Interior views
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