[UN]NATURAL BRIDGE
302 Comprehensive Design / SPRING 2022
SOFTWARE: Rhino, Illustrator, Photoshop
A unique community center nestled in the Rockaway, dedicated to providing essential food resources and comprehensive food education. The multifaceted facility offers spaces for local commerce, communal dining, nature exploration, and social gatherings all with a focus on nurturing community well-being. The innovative design of the [un]natural bridge integrated seamlessly with the surrounding environment, margining architectural principles with natural elements to promote symbiosis and biophilic design. The structural design combines concrete shell and steel diagram structures to ensure resilience and functionality. Housing educational spaces and experimental opportunities, it facilitates hands-on learning experiences, including composting and water filtration processes. The commitments to sustainability extends to water management, with on-site recycling and filtration systems ensuring self-sufficiency even in the face of fluctuating water levels.