DIFFUSE 

contextual relationships re-interpret occupancy in Princeton, NJ's diff-use type


Princeton University Option Studio Professors Sebastian Adamo and Marcelo Faiden





Spring 2020


With this idea of diff-use a building does not need to be anonymous, it can be highly contextual. Differing uses can be accommodated so as to achieve spatial homogeneity, so the relationship to the neighbors and between interior and exterior are foregrounded. The pavilion's design pressure is driven by proportional calibration to a specific yet adaptable nature of varying occupancy fits. With the tension created between two cascading terraced faces the orientation to the public plaza is experienced.





















Exterior Axonometric The relationship to the neighbors and between interior and exterior are precise and important. The project is divided into two identical pavilions that are oriented and positions so as to fit proportionally on the site, with the same relative size and height of the neighboring buildings, while allowing for space between all of the buildings for adequate light. This terracing of the faces allows for this to become a project about two pavilions and one plaza.

Terracing Plans below degrees of public and private are important in considering the character of spaces and potential occupants. Ascending, the units change in size allowing for some double height spaces, with the core organization allowing for consistent, smaller functional spaces, as well as potential for an occupant to occupy all four bays of a floor. The opportunities are precise yet limitless. The parking garage is diffuse in nature with the spacing of the structure creating bays that can be used in different ways with cars and other objects. There could be furniture or bike storage as well as music practice rooms, workshops or laundry depending on the occupant preference, while connecting the pavilions above.








Section Through Pavilions With the terracing of the building, the planters can take on the identity of the occupant. The stepping allows for diversity and access to light. The core is considered as a band that takes the width of the building, where the main circulation and technical elements are found.