Elevations

Eastern Elevation

The Eastern elevation shows the glass atrium structure on the waterfront building.  This area's intent is to be an open, airy and naturally lit cafe space which fades out into the exhibition area.  Green curtains of vines hang down either side of the passageway, with the intent of creating the feeling of walking through two giant vine curtains into another realm, filled with projections, plants and activity, an inside/outside space.

Southern Elevation

 The front, southern elevation shows the pathway upwards.  I think the building looks a little bit too bulky from this perspective, almost taking on the shape of a rhino or something.

Western Elevation

The western elevation is probably the least aesthetically pleasing, although it's photovoltaic cladding is vital to its resource autonomy goals.  Practicality wins over aesthetics on this side of the building.  I've tried to warp the photovoltaics up onto some shade structures as well though for a more interesting form.  Once again, green curtains drape the entrance to the internal areas.