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An Architecture Of Movement: The New Headquarters For Usa Dance, Bethany Robertson
An Architecture Of Movement: The New Headquarters For Usa Dance, Bethany Robertson
Architecture Theses
By providing a headquarters for the national ballroom dance organization in the United States, this project will provide a practice, performance, and interaction space for all levels of dancers. Furthermore, this building can also provide a social space both inside and out not only for the dancers who use the building, but for the local residents.
Continuation Of A Life Worth Living: Empathetic Design For The Alzheimer’S Community, Leslie Hulbert
Continuation Of A Life Worth Living: Empathetic Design For The Alzheimer’S Community, Leslie Hulbert
Architecture Theses
This thesis’ mission is to create a comfortable environment for those suffering with Alzheimer’s and dementia. The institutional environments of the past are not sufficient for such individuals and their families. A community atmosphere is what they need; an entire complex just for them. The victims of this terrible memory defeating disease just want to go home. For many, this is not possible, therefore they should be given an environment that reminds them of home. They should have their own space that is customizable and warm. They should also be free to wander at their leisure. Their freedom should not …
A Floating Community: A ‘Platform’ For Future Sustainable Development, Christopher M. Rossi
A Floating Community: A ‘Platform’ For Future Sustainable Development, Christopher M. Rossi
Architecture Theses
With the environment of our planet changing for the worse, there is a need for an economical and sustainable solution. As we become more aware of the effects our actions have on our ecosystem, we have the opportunity to implement ways to alleviate some of stress we are causing on our planet. The population is growing exponentially and, with climate change being felt around the world, sea levels are rising at a faster rate than ever before. With these two situations alone, we are faced with an extreme complication; where do ‘we’ put all of these people and how do …