To which construction component do you feel that you made the most significant contribution? What was your involvement? Megan: My most significant contribution in construction was to the clutter in the gutter, and the organization of that clutter (Sink, storage, seating). Nicole: I believe I have made the most contribution to the steel components such [...]
Author: Ryan Massengill
Installation of the clutter in the gutter
Admittedly, some of us were in the dark about the details of the clutter in the gutter until the very end. We were all aware of the gist of the design, but we had yet to see any shop drawings. The parts of this core component were seemingly the last to leave the design phase, [...]
Fabrication and installation of the metal components
Vertical gardens The vertical gardens are a very important aspect in the overall design of the project. These two large panel assemblies help to ground the otherwise light and airy structure. As soon as these panels were set into place, the look of the structure felt much more complete. Additionally, once the vines are planted [...]
Installation of the roof
Having worked primarily in the team that was responsible for installation of the roofing components, I feel like I have more insight about the construction process for this component than I do for any others so I'll begin by speaking about it. The process of installing each part of the roof was a laborious task. [...]
Touching up and looking back
Well, we’ve come a long way in the past 4 months. From twelve individual designs to one complete structure that hopefully everyone in this group can now look back and feel a sense of pride and ownership. I am personally very happy with what we were able to accomplish on site in less than a [...]
Crunch time
Today is the final day to prepare for our small group presentations that are taking place tomorrow. Everyone is sure to be be busy tonight as each group is responsible for not only a digital presentation, but also for providing a physical model as well. It has been a quick turnaround from the last review [...]
One week
We're now one week removed from the research + analysis review, a one week away from individual design reviews with the Charleston Parks Conservancy. On Wednesday, we all met with Pastre for desk crits to review our schemes so far. Amongst our group, we have a healthy distribution of diagrammatic layouts. It's interesting to [...]
Most Productive Weekend Ever
So, Pastre definitely wasn't kidding when he said that we got a lot done this weekend. As of just a mere moments ago (approximately 2am), we successfully attached both arms to the base and erected both sides manually with almost no kinks. I believe the only parts we are lacking at this point are the [...]
Can We Just Start Building Already?
This design process has been a long and arduous one. It seems that with every problem we resolve another arises. We're so ready to go and move forward, but then we fall flat on our face. Ok I'm not really that discouraged. But it does seem that working to find a final solution that satisfies all [...]
Project 2 Proposals
With the kiosk completed, we have now focused our efforts into the design of our second project, the movie screen to be built in Cannon Park. We have already held one short design charrette, during which many great ideas were presented. Since then, we have divided up into three groups and have tried to narrow [...]