The Symbiotic Office

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The Symbiotic Office - Masters, Final Hand In

Office Interior - 3DS Max, Vray, After Effects, Photoshop

Seasonal Facade Study - 3DS Max, Vray, After Effects, Photoshop

Canary Wharf Link Bridges - 3DS Max, Vray, After Effects, Photoshop

Presentation Sheet - Diagrammatic analysis of Canary Wharf

Final Crit - The Symbiotic Office

Portfolio Sheet - Non Hierarchal Form & Structural Development

Portfolio Sheet - Link Bridge, Inhabitable structure & Facade Treatment

With the final crit done, I have just over a week now to finalise the design of The Symbiotic Office building in Canary Wharf.  The process thus far has seen the development of a strategy/prototype for the design of an office building, and I need to iron out some of the details of my Canary Wharf based scheme...busy week ahead then.

Concept Images

Below is some concept imagery of the non-hiearchal network that was established in the diagrammatic analysis shown of the previous post.  The ethereal network of office spaces span from existing buildings in a canopy that stretches above the roads and walkways.

It has been a while since I have modelled anything in 3DS Max so this was a good chance to get back into it and have a go at modelling a large scale city environment.

Concept Image 01 : Aerial View.  3DS Max, Vray, After Effects

Concept Image 02 : Non Hierarchal Network.  3DS Max, Vray, After Effects

Masters In Architecture

After some time away from my blog (and it's temporary closure due to a problem with gmail), it is back and I will try to keep it up to date!  I am currently studying a Masters in Architecture, which is due to be completed in September.

I am continuing my research into London’s office culture and proposing a more in depth analysis of the office spaces of Canary Wharf.  In the digital age where the traditional place of work is a fluid concept, the project strives to highlight the importance of face-to-face interactions and to create an office space which not only boosts productivity, but one which the workers can enjoy.

Non Hierarchal Layout - 2D & 3D Algorithmic Arrangements

Internal & External Connectivity 

The Blog is Back

In recent weeks my Diploma work has been picked up on by a few websites who have run articles on The Symbiotic Office.  Thanks to these sites for taking an interest, it is great to be able to reach a wider audience and to see other people’s take on my work.  Below are some screen grabs of a few of the sites.

Dezeen  |  http://www.dezeen.com/2012/07/11/the-symbiotic-office-by-richard-black/

The Creators Project  |  http://thecreatorsproject.com/blog/would-this-flower-strewn-oasis-be-your-dream-office-environment

The Atlantic Cities  |  http://www.theatlanticcities.com/arts-and-lifestyle/2012/07/what-it-will-look-when-plants-take-over-london/2553/

Fast Company  |  http://www.fastcoexist.com/1680180/the-symbiotic-office-integrates-nature-and-work

The Symbiotic Office

Above is the final film from my Diploma in Architecture.

Final scenes from my Diploma in Architecture project - 'The Symbiotic Office'.

In the vastness of office spaces such as those of Canary Wharf, it is imperative to achieve good design to alleviate potential negative issues associated with the spaces.  It is arguable that at present these vast, generic office spaces offer little in the way of individuality, nor do they cater to the individual’s needs.

The Symbiotic Office changes the way in which people use office spaces, creating relaxation zones where individuals can pause for thought, host meetings, eat their lunch or drink orchid tea.  Medicinal orchid extracts are used in the office pharmacy, offering relief from symptoms such as headaches, poor eyesight and stress.

Krakatoa

I discovered a 3DS Max plugin called Krakatoa; a particle rendering plugin that works particularly well when run in conjunction with FumeFX.  I used the calm after the December crit to learn the software in anticipation of using it in future animations.

Pollen Cloud Test from Rich Black on Vimeo.