Gabled Archives
Sector
Public
Location
Auburn, NY
Year
2021
Design Team
Amanda Choi
Professor
David Costanza
By analyzing roof gable intersections, I’ve created spaces that are both distinct and adaptable. I use variations in wall density and length to divide open areas while maintaining the integrity of an open floor plan. This approach improves the functionality of the space and strengthens the architectural relationship between form and function.
My research has moved through a broad array of complex considerations ranging from material research to the development of a programmatic narrative in response to urban, site, and environmental conditions. Integrating my library precedent, Tama Art Library by Toyo Ito, my material precedent for cross-laminated timber, Haus Gables by Jennifer Bonner, and my site Stewart Park in Auburn, NY, I began to dissect the symbiotic relationship between structural elements—columns, walls, and roofs—and how these components collectively dictate spatial organization and programmatic possibilities.
The skylight in Gabled Archives stands out as a key architectural feature, created by the intersections of multiple gabled roofs. This design results in a dynamic interplay of light and structure. Rather than a simple, single opening, the skylight is a composite system that follows the logic of the gable intersections, dividing the roof into a series of framed openings. These openings allow for layered daylighting effects, which shift in response to the changing angles of the roof.
What makes this skylight particularly unique is its panel system, which is designed to regulate light, control the interior atmosphere, and improve thermal performance. The panels may include translucent materials, movable sections, or patterned glazing, ensuring a carefully controlled diffusion of daylight throughout the space.
Precedent Research and Site Analysis
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