This project explores the idea of circulation through the spaces of a building. Circulation is based upon the function and shape of the space, and how the spaces surrounding it are arranged. It can follow a linear, radial, grid, network, spiral or composite pattern, and it shouldn't be complex (simple circulation is the most effective circulation). The final rule of circulation is to never create a path through a space; a path should be outside a space, along the inside edge of a space, or terminate in a space.

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Project Outline:​

A newly formed yacht club has asked you to design their club house and facilities on the shore of the Long Island Sound. The club specifically wants to take advantage of the views of the Sound and the distant Connecticut shore. In addition the yacht club holds a yearly, season opening, commissioning and blessing of the fleet and the club. This ceremony includes a processional from the road to the water.

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FINAL DESIGN:

My final design was based on enclosure and privacy. I kept all activities walking distance to make the location feel more secluded. The process of designing this Yacht club was starting with a grid circulation then adding shapes to interlock and merge together for the structures. The design of the physical structures was inspired from stacking and shifting flat planes to form a building. Connecting the indoors and outdoors was also a focus during the building process.