Bathhouse Competition Project - NCMA
48-205 Second Year Studio, Spring 2013
Carnegie Mellon School of Architecture
Partner: Richard Chou
StonEscape transitions between constructed and organic conditions. Circulation is driven by a huge curved concrete wall, which itself formulates the division. Passing through a small opening in the wall, one's surroundings are immediately transformed by free-flowing forms and openness of the space. Stereotypically linear and massive concrete is eroded, forming gentle contours and new expressions. A huge curtain wall reflects the lake and absorbs natural light, creating a serene atmosphere. The individual is able to transition again through a glass wall and back into nature. Stereotypically linear and massive concrete is eroded, forming gentle contours.
The Bathhouse features a calderium and two frigideriums. It is oriented in such a way that allows for a private entrance. It offers the feeling of being aloof from the rest of the world and being able to rejoice in the private comfort of nature and water. Located deep into the woods and on the edge of the lake, the glass curtain wall frames a beautiful panorama of the lake and beyond. The glue-laminated wood panels on the roof relate directly to the curves of the building and filter the light coming through the glass ceiling.
Location: Crawford Notch, New Hampshire