The class is assigned with a site in PJS7 to design an elderly centre. Considerations on the group of elders with their physical and mental needs are looked into in this project. Architecture as a tool to aid with their daily life to fulfill their needs or even dignity.
The site given is located in a suburban context. The site analysis is done by the tutorial group for the start up of the project.
Site Analysis Board
Site Model
Visceral board of the site
The project of Elderly Centre in suburban context required a lot of considerations given that the context of suburb has a lot of limitations. The residence, traffics, existing structures and nearby buildings are factors that should be given considerations to create building that fits the context and expectations of community. With the first impression of the site, visceral board is produced. The visceral board relates to the concept of the elderly centre.
The elderly centre are to design to cater the needs of the elderly livings. The centre should be functioned more than just a dwelling. It should empowered the elderly life. For instance, health and physical limitations of elderly should be given thought of. The building should also blend in the site and sustainable. The relationship between the spaces are essential to encourage the elder to be active and healthy in mental and physical.
To be frank, the assignment is really a challenge for me as full considerations should be given during the design process. I am glad that I am able to complete the project despite of all the problems.
Presentation boards of Elderly Centre
Model
