Mid Term Project

Here is a process work of my modified topographical model. The design was derived as a by product of two main variables:
1. the relation to the initial topography of the lake site (preserving the original values)
2. the geometrical harmony 

The concept of the design was to create a most efficient area in terms of human circulation, taking advantage of the sloppy terrain, thus creating two main circulation areas: 
1. The underground (Which is in constant contact with the upper part, allowing for easy access all along the area, and provides a perfect opportunity for activities as well)
2. The ground level ( It is the main circulation means in the Lake site, bringing a much more accessible terrain while never losing focus of the bigger picture; the original topography as well as the one surrounding our site.)

The creation of my topographical model was thoroughly assessed so that it fit perfectly to the terrain and didn't come out as a simply pretty design which could be put at any area with no consideration for its surroundings and site memory. 

The picture below is a scan of the initial work i did by hand on top of the original topographical map. 


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