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The Design Concept Fire Station 204 is inspired by nature, specifically gentle rolling hills; it combines natural elements with a modern twist. Two sweeping green roofs start low in the front and curve up towards the back to help the building feel like it is connected with the nature around it. These green roofs help to insulate the building, and a rainwater capture system is connected to them to help run the building’s plumbing. Nature helps people feel more comfortable and relaxed, so incorporating natural elements in the station gives it curb appeal as well as helps the fire fighters to relax from their stressful job. The main entrance vestibule is encased in glass and sticks up above the green roof to make it obvious to the public where to enter. An exterior patio and garden sheltered by a green roof is open to both the pubic and the fire fighters, connecting the community to this station. Within the station, many elements are included to help mitigate the harmful carcinogenic toxins that the fire fighters are exposed to on-site, as well as to help their bodies detox. This station is their home away from home, and this proposal makes it a safer and more enjoyable space to be.
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AuthorMy name is Mackenzie Mehring. I am currently in my last semester of the Architectural Technology program at Sheridan College. I came into this program right out of high school and at that time I knew nothing about architecture besides the fact that I had always loved and appreciated the buildings around me. This program has taught me both to be creative in my building designs, and also to consider the structure and systems within the building. I want to be involved with an architecture firm that designs custom residential homes, and eventually I want to get my masters and own my own architectural firm. I am so appreciative to the professors I have had and all the people I have met on this journey, and am so excited to see what will come next! ArchivesCategories |
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