//BEES+MEADS
Instructor: Nate Hume TA: Courtney Ward Partner: Sahil Shah
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Instructor: Nate Hume TA: Courtney Ward Partner: Sahil Shah //
Duration:
1 Semester
Location:
Manhattan, NY
Program:
Synthetic Apiary and Meadery
//SPREADS
We are proposing an apiary and meadery in New York City to address the concerning decline in bee populations witnessed over recent years. The decline of bee populations in New York, mirroring global trends, poses significant threats to our ecosystem, agricultural productivity, and biodiversity. Through this project, we aim to not only mitigate this decline but also raise public awareness about the vital role bees play in our environment and food systems. By integrating an apiary and meadery into the fabric of the city, we aim to create a vital connection between urban dwellers and the natural world.
//GALLERY
Section showing interaction between synthetic apiary and pastoral zone
6th Floor Plan
Massing gif showing Double cantalever condition utilizing air rights of neigboring buildings
Experimental Drawing Showcasing the interaction between two cantalevered masses
1/4”=1’ Scale model with composited lighting conditions
Model details showing conditions of the Pastoral zone and lower levels
Elevation Tryptich showing different seasonal conditions and their impact on the facade
Elevation Vignette Showcasing the propagation of flora on the facade
Section Detail showing the bracet system on the facade for flora propagation
Subdivisions and shifts in the structure influenced the curation of the facade systems as well. The coffering and board and batton systems at certain points align or intentionally rotate and misalign with the Primary Structural frame. This overlap starts to play with the facades’ relationship between pattern and structure. Serving as a sort of infill within these systems Angled two by fours are incorporated into the facade of the building and respond to the frames that they are placed on. Our primary focus, however, lies not in the aesthetic repercussions of this cladding system, but rather in facilitating the propagation of bees on the exterior. By strategically placing these angled two-by-fours, we provide ample opportunities for vines to grow and intertwine, creating a natural habitat for bees. Vines such as Virginia Creeper, Boston Ivy, and Honeysuckle thrive in the region and their distribution will vary based on the season. This symbiotic relationship between the angled structure and the vine growth fosters an environment conducive to bee activity, aiding in pollination and ultimately contributing to the preservation of these vital pollinators.
//DIRTY LAUNDRY
Wall Section Showing interaction between cladding systems and interior