Breaking away from the conventional method of depicting architectural work through static images, The Electric Park project prioritizes the depiction of the experiential qualities of space by utilizes various film and animation techniques
This video is coupled with a physical map as a reference guide, creating an immersive video experience that showcases underutilized areas of an active power plant and the powerful effects of transforming this iconic building into a public park, offering facilities and attractions that glorify the importance and excitement of electricity.
Awarded: First Place 2012 Gresham Smith and Partners Student Design Award
Sponsored by: Gresham Smith and Partners, Tampa FL
This Award recognizes outstanding design proposals from students completing their first year of graduate education in the Graduate School of Architecture. Recognition and monies totaling up to $1,000 was awarded to the top student design proposals from the Advanced Graduate 2 Studio course.
A map accompanying the video offers another unique perspective for exploring The Electric Park.
The act of organizing information in this way allowed for a more kinetic interaction between the audience and the project. Consideration of how the map folds and unfolds allowed me to 'guide' the viewer through the project. Coupled with a video, this project's power stems from it's ability to explain itself without the need of a traditional pin-up board presentation.