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The project's objective is to extend the "Smith House," originally designed by architect Richard Meier in 1965. The addition must integrate new systems, patterns, and conceptual analogies to fulfill the owners' requirements while preserving the architectural integrity of Meier's original design.

" ADDITION TO AN EXISTING "

"NARRATIVE"

The Smith family has recently moved into their new home and requested an addition to the existing structure without altering its original design concept. Inspired by the building's seamless integration with its surroundings, they requested an exercise room, family room, and master suite. Emphasizing the family room's connection to nature, a formal outdoor deck links it with the environment, fostering a sense of harmony. The master suite offers a private retreat with a view of the surroundings appreciating nature. Positioned on the bottom level, the exercise room provides direct access to the outdoors, promoting a refreshing atmosphere for physical activity. This addition maintains the home's cohesion with its environment while enhancing functionality and comfort for the Smith family.

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"SORTING OF SPACES"

PUBLIC

FAMILY ROOM

OUTDOOR DECK

EXERCISE ROOM

GROUP

FAMILY ROOM

OUTDOOR DECK

EXERCISE ROOM

LOUD

FAMILY ROOM

OUTDOOR DECK

EXERCISE ROOM

PRIVATE

MASTER BEDROOM

MASTER BATH

INDIVIDUAL

MASTER BEDROOM

MASTER BATH

QUIET

MASTER BEDROOM

MASTER BATH

"HIERARCHY"

OUTDOOR DECK

"META IDEA"

PICTURE FRAME 

"CONTEXTUAL ANALYSIS"

"EXISTING FLOOR PLAN ANALYSIS"

"NEW FLOOR PLAN ANALYSIS"

"LOWER LEVEL"

"UPPER LEVEL"

"ENTRY LEVEL"

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"NEW FLOOR PLAN ANALYSIS"

"LOWER LEVEL"

"UPPER LEVEL"

"ENTRY LEVEL"

"ENTRY LEVEL"

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"LOWER LEVEL"

"UPPER LEVEL"

LOWER PATIO

DINING ROOM

KITCHEN

BEDROOM

EXERCISE ROOM

"ENTRY LEVEL"

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"PRELIMINARY DESIGN"

The shift method was used to expand the existing building without compromising its structural integrity.

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"FINAL DESIGN"

INCORPORATION OF EXISTING 

BEARING WALLS 

GIRDERS

PARAPET WALLS

COLUMNS 

STAIRS 

CIRCULATION 

FLOOR OPENINGS 

WINDOW OPENINGS & MULLIONS 

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NEW SYSTEM/PATTERNS USED IN THE NEW ADDITION

 OVAL DECK

I BEAM SYSTEM 

SUBTRACTIVE PROCESS

CANOPY ROOF

"TRANSFORMATION PROCESS"

"FINAL ELEVATION"

NORTH ELEVATION 

The addition preserves the original privacy by maintaining a minimal number of openings on the facade.

The additional spaces were vertically structured to promote environmental sustainability and cost-efficiency.

EAST ELEVATION 

SOUTH ELEVATION 

The addition continues the connection between the building and its environment by incorporating openings on the rear facade. 

WEST ELEVATION 

Staircases were added to seamlessly extend the existing circulation, ensuring simplicity and efficiency in movement throughout the space.

SECTION ELEVATIONS

"3D RENDERING SECTIONS"

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"3D RENDERING EXTERIORS"

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"3D RENDERING INTERIORS"

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"3D SITE PLAN"

Located

Long Island, NY

Phone

631-383-6379

Email

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