FIRST STEPS...2

we also had to create a haiku graphic to convey our concept for this design. it was challenging to sum up my concept into 3 lines of 5 syllables, 7 syllables, 5 syllables! in short, my concept is a puzzle. here is my first attempt and the revised version. we'll see if i need to do any more refining!

FIRST STEPS

to prepare to move forward in this project, we did some reading from integral urbanism by nan ellin. we split into groups and read and shared different chapters with the class. we presented in the form of a pecha kucha: 20 images for 20 seconds. challenging but helpful! here are some images from my group's presentation on authenticity.

REIMAGINING SILVER'S FIVE AND DIME...1

this semester our 411 studio is taking on the old silver's building downtown. it's located on the corner of washington and elm street and currently only has one tenant, glitters. the building itself  has a basement, ground floor, second floor, and partial third floor as well as an alley behind it with great potential. in this project, we're hoping to give this old gem new shine and contribute to the downtown area. we're imagining a local pharmacy, bike rental/sports shop, lunch counter, gift shop/connection to uncg, and apartments to go here. our final exhibition of ideas will be held downtown on december 6 for many guests to attend.

some images from our initial site visit...
(thanks again to sidney for letting us explore his building!)

view from washington street

view of back of building, alley, and biltmore hotel

alley

street entrance...left of glitters store

back storage

   
back staircase


clutter everywhere



empty rooms



view from the roof!