The newly planned Central Park in Ho Chi Minh City is planned to be built in 2020 in a collaborative partnership between ASPECT Studio and LAVA. It begins by rebuilding the old 19th century railway tracks, and turn them into a modern day metro station, and in doing so, create a beautiful park as a…
Author: Joseph Fang
Reading Response #4
As you approach, the iconic gold and blue adorned spires and clock greet you, growing taller and taller with each step until at last, you arrive at Cinderella’s Castle, ready for the ball. As you are welcomed in the main hall, you can’t help but notice a familiar sight in mosaic on the floor beneath…
Reading Response #3
Fields of Study: Physics Architectural Design Environmental Science Psychology Sociology Urban Design Digital Drawing Digital Modeling Modular Architecture: In current times when technology develops at a rapid rate, I think an important course that would prepare for today’s world would be one to develop ideas on how to future-proof buildings not just for current needs,…
Reading Response #2
The Louvre Plan B leaves a part of the poche white, opening into a room, north of the pyramid, creating larger emphasis on the openness of the room between the hall, while Plan A is more confined and emphasizes it as a corridor between the inside and outside of the lobby. Additionally, Plan A puts…
Reading Response #1
While not entirely physically separated from the rest of Pierpoint Commons, the rectangular pillars and large windowed wall create a little cove for studying, implying an invisible boundary between the room and the rest of the hallway despite remaining relatively open. Additionally, the floor transitions to a more comfy and welcoming carpet compared to the…