{An Experience within the trees}

Site Analysis of Trees on Site | Watercolour and ink

Circulation space | Watercolour

 

The majesty of the trees would cast shadows on the circulation space that is encased by glass, creating an experience of rythmn for the user as he walks from one programme to another.

Exterior | Watercolour

 

Different levels of programme specifically designed for each user to have a certain experience with a portion of the trees. 

Library | Watercolour

 

The library consists of 2 levels, a private, quiet reading space on level 1 and a more open, bright, glass-encased viewing area on level 2. 

Cafe | Watercolour

 

The shape of the cafe surrounds a cluster of trees, bringing diners closer to nature. Walls of the cafe are replaced by thin columns that allow gentle, filtered light to flow in; at the same time, allowing diners to have glimpses of the sturdy trunks of the trees. The lower tier of the cafe on level 2 is more private and dimmer, while the higher tier is more open, creating an al-fresco dining experience where diners can enjoy the quiet rustling of trees and slight breeze. 

Exterior | 1:50 Model 

 

The art exhibition space on the right provides panaromic views of the canopy from the highest point in the building. 

Toilet (left) and Cafe (right) | 1:50 Model

Shop | 1:50 Model

 

The small design shop on level 1 is 50% covered and 50% glass-encased. Its glass roof lets skylight into the deepest part of the building, and shoppers can enjoy the view of the canopy as they look up. 

Toilet | 1:50 Model

 

The toilet is a open tunnel where users can have an unobstructed connection to nature, playing with the level of privacy that a toilet should and can have. 

Cafe | 1:50 Model

Level 1 Plan | 1:100 

 

(From left to right) Shop, Library (L1), Lecture Theatre

Level 2 Plan | 1:100 

(From left to right) Cafe (L2), Library (L2), Entrance from One-North Residences, Toilet, Lecture Theatre

Level 3 Plan | 1:100 

(From left to right) Exhibition space, Cafe (L3)