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The Modern Urban Neighborhood: The Role Of Dwelling In Neighborhood Revitalization, Zachary Nelson
The Modern Urban Neighborhood: The Role Of Dwelling In Neighborhood Revitalization, Zachary Nelson
Architecture Theses
Today's architects, planners and urban designers are tasked with the goal of the revitalization of cities and the primary ring of neighborhoods which surround them. These neighborhoods are vital to the life of the city and due to the phenomena of suburbanization many lay dormant as dismal reminders of the once prosperity of the city. The purpose of this exploration is to create a model for the revitalization of urban neighborhoods by looking at the role of dwelling in the process of revitalization. The idea that an urban dwelling is not just your home but it is a series of …
The Motor City – Stimulating Architecture, Jacob Levine
The Motor City – Stimulating Architecture, Jacob Levine
Architecture Theses
Iconic architecture around the world is defined by the impact it has on the patrons. The goal of this thesis is to use architecture to capture the feeling of motion and movement. Motion is inherit in the concept and exploration of this architype. The program for the architecture is a car museum in Detroit Michigan. Detroit is one of the most historic cities in America – and the last thirty years have been rough on Detroit. A modern powerful work of conceptual architecture could change the city of Detroit and begin to build a brighter future. The creation of destination …
From The Border: Migrant Youth Shelter, Alexandra Reilly
From The Border: Migrant Youth Shelter, Alexandra Reilly
Architecture Theses
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On Track: Integrated Efficiency For Equestrian Architecture, Anthony Scerbo
On Track: Integrated Efficiency For Equestrian Architecture, Anthony Scerbo
Architecture Theses
The semester spent preparing this graduate thesis document was the culmination of my studies at Roger Williams University. Under the direction of Professor Hasan-Uddin Khan, this project has evolved from a mere idea with an initial thesis into a body of work which embraces a new, more harmonious thesis than the original. The project focuses on a site in Ellenville, NY which was chosen for its geological history and damage done to rural land during the series of hurricanes in the recent years. The program was chosen based upon local study of land use and the surrounding vernacular culture within …
Redefining Transportation Culture: A New Union Station For Los Angeles, Pawel Honc
Redefining Transportation Culture: A New Union Station For Los Angeles, Pawel Honc
Architecture Theses
From iconic stations like Grand Central in New York City to the small suburban commuter rail station, the architecture of transportation can have a large effect on the perception of a transportation system. Architecture can also play a large part in encouraging a changeover to more of a public transportation oriented culture. The planning of transit hubs and stations should be transitoriented so that it can reach the most amounts of people. However, a changeover to a transit-oriented society would require a city like Los Angeles to overhaul their current transportation system by adding more lines, connections, and increasing station …