brick studio work, spring 2013
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Brick studio work, spring 2013 (Studio III-B)TRANSCRIPT
EditorsBrooke DormanSamantha KingAndrew McMahanMckenzie MoranLarry TravisEthan Warren
Faculty AdvisorsChris Cosper Alexis GregoryEmily McGlohnTodd Walker
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STUDENTS
Community Arts CenterBirmingham, ALMississippi State UniversityCollege of Architecture, Art + DesignSchool of ArchitectureDepartment of Building Construction Science
Cosper + Gregory + McGlohn + WalkerARC 3546 + BCS 2126Spring 2013
Introduction This portfolio contains the compilation of student work as a summary of studies and research composed by the second year Building Construction Science and the third year Architecture studios at the College of Architecture, Art + Design of Mississippi State University. The goals of the courses serve to enrich the studios with developed exercises in design and construction ranging from research analysis, conceptual design, and design development. The composed architectonic exercises present the architecture students’ submission of work to the Brick Industry Association for innovative uses in brick design. The parameters for use of the theme materials are left to any given individual’s interpretation, as long as the program requirements are satisfied. The results of the exercises and associated award winners are documented in the ensuing publication, which includes collaborative work as well as individual portfolios of work for the project to be viewed as a companion text. The Brick Industry Association offers an award to architecture students who submit winning designs to the organization who show a developed and innovative use of brick as a primary building material. The association has offered Mississippi State University’s School of Architecture an exclusive opportunity, by allowing the third year studio’s members to be the only submittals for the competition.
CoMMunity arts Centera Call for revitaliZation
The Building Codes + Zoning section provides the students iwth specifi c guidelines that are pertinent to the site. It is a collection of research compiled from various literatures that allows students to have a quick reference guide while designing. These guidelines must be kept so that the various individual designs will be valuable to the city of Birmingham, AL.
The ADA and Egress section of this book aims to resolve accessibility issues in the construction of those components of a community arts center like restaurant kitchens, bathrooms, and various assembly spaces. To understand code better, the students diagramed and annotated measurements and other important regulations for life-safety.
The LEED section displays information to adequately show how LEED points are categorized. Site Research Group includes analysis of macro and micro scales of Birmingham, AL. Site specifi c qualities, as well as local climate data would allow fomr a more in-depth understanding of the site to appropriately start the next design phase.
The centers were selected with similar square footages and demographics to the proposed site and program in Birmingham, AL. The analysis includes information about urban development in the Birmingham area, as well as an in-fi ll project precedent and brick project precedent.Precedents of existing community arts centers are included.
BuiLDing CoDes + Zoning
ADA AnD egress site reseArCh + LeeD
PreCeDent reseArCh
1. General Zoning2. Green Assets3 Buulding Codes and Zoning Guide4. Types of Construction and Area Allowed
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1. Commion ADA Egress and Ommisions2. Clearances3. Kitchens4. Bathrooms5. Assembly Requirements6. Doors7. Clearances8. Corridors9. Ailes10. Ramps and Landings11. Stairs12. Elevators13. Entries and Exits
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1. Birmingham Attractions2. Site Accessibility3. Site Amenities4. Site Spaces5. Site Characteristics6. Site Activity7. Climate8. LEED
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1. Urban Development2. Precedents3. NMIT Arts & Media4. Community Center5. Maryvale Community Center6. Karakida Community Center7. Sunset Community Center8. Atlanta Contemporary Arts Center9. New Orleans Contemporary Arts Center 10. Kaufmann Program Center11. Redline12. Infi ll Precedent Art Stable13. Brick-Weave House
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The Demographics section is re-sponsible for providing the quantifi -able subsets within a given popu-lation which can characterize that population at a specifi c point in time. A number of articles and literatures were used in order to focus on the different aspects of the Birmingham community.
The Program section highlights the process of its selection. After choosing the Community Arts Center, it was broken into three specifi c programs; Film / Performing Arts, Visual Arts, and Historical / Industrial Arts. This was determined based on the needs of the area to encourage revitalization.
The Construction Specifi c Issues gives an overview of cost estimations, site specifi c issues and general construction phasing. The cost estimation covers plumbing, HVAC, equipment, electrical and mechanical. Site specifi c issues looks at problems ranging from tree removal, power line relocation. and construction staging.
DemogrAPhiCs ProgrAmConstruCtion sPeCiFiC issues
1. People2. Graduation Rates3. Home and Income4. Income and Crime rates
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1. Program Decision2. Community Arts Center3. Film/ Performing Arts4. Visual Arts5. Historical and Industrial Arts
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1. Site Specifi c Issues2. Cost Estimating
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LGeneral ZoningBirmingham is undergoing changes to its city zoning ordinance. Because of these changes, many of the zoning requirements in the Birmingham area revolve around the history of the city and its traditional aesthetics.
Location1600 1st Avenue South Birmingham, AL 35233
Our specifi c site is located in the Zoning Ordinance’s District Five, the Technology and Cultural District.
Cause and Effect: Site Enrichment“UAB and the UAB Medical Center will be the twin engines of the new job growth in Birmingham. New technology investment and the resultant new quality jobs will depend on the viability of the Technology and Cultural District to attract entrepreneurial businesses, biotechnology spin-offs from the UAB Medical Center, and new housing for the ‘creative class’ who will create and work in these new enterprises.” (UDA 23)
The Birmingham Green area is a leading ventricle in business activity with an infl ux of offi ce workers. This population spike creates a need for daily recesses.
“The goal...is to make a...great place to live, to work, to study, to play, and to visit...” (UDA 1)
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Enhancement areas that affect our siteOther enhancement areas
1. Birmingham location map2. Existing enhancement areas3. Frank Nelson Building4. Railroad Reservation Park5. UAB Medical School6. Children’s Hospital
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LGreen AssetsDowntown Birmingham carries a sense of an urban neighborhood and work place. But now, with the addition of Railroad Reservation Park along with its already existing parks, Birmingham holds a sense of community. These green assets are important in Birmingham due their contribution of passive strategies, pedestrian traffi c encouragement, views, and green street parking.
Railroad Reservation Park“Railroad Reservation Park...[is] the central civic gathering space for Birmingham...but also is the key...in the open space [network]” (UDA 32). The intent of Railroad [Reservation] Park is for it to become the seam between the Technology and Cultural District and the surrounding enhancement areas. “The park [is] a potent symbol of both the industrial history of Birmingham and its rebirth in the new economy.” (UDA 23)
Green Street Network“The concept of green streets is to designate certain streets for upgraded streetscapes (trees, sidewalk paving, lighting, and signage) which become a recognizable armature for pedestrians and bicyclists connecting park and cultural amenities [through and around the site].” (UDA 34)
Green Street ConversionA green street creates a pedestrian friendly environment and promotes mixed-use programming.
Design GuidelinesAs defi ned by zoning, mixed-use buildings should have public space occupying their ground fl oors while upper levels can support housing or offi ce space. Our site should account for the mixed-use neighborhood with commercial street developments around the Railroad Reservation Park with specifi c emphasis on supportive land uses stemming from the proximity of the Birmingham Green and UAB enhancement areas as they “blend with a strong new housing market...and research development.” (UDA 49)
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1. Green Street Network Map2. Existing Conditions3. Bay Windows4. Storefront Design5. Articulated Levels6. Visually Clear Entrances7. Proposed Birmingham
Architecture Guidelines“Buildings in the [Technology and Cultural District, District Five] share the need for an improved pedestrian environment. The experience of the pedestrian at the ground fl oor ties the district together. “ (UDA 23)
Architecture RequirementsStorefront design is encouraged for mixed-use buildings, encouraging pedestrian traffi c.
To ensure a sense of scale in mixed-use buildings and to emphasize the different uses of the building fl oors from the facade, base, middle, and top articulation should be used.
Building entrances should be visually clear to enhance pedestrian traffi c to and within the building.
Bay windows and balconies have increasingly become a desired amenity and are encouraged in downtown environments. The overhang of a balcony has to be 5’-0” from the property line.
existing enHanCeMent areasRailroad Park
Other Public Parks
Green Streets
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LArchitecture RequirementsBuildings should include facade decorum - parapet walls at 30” with cornice expression.
All building locations on property should have zero setbacks to enhance the feeling of a commercial street in accordance with the Technology and Cultural District.
Building Code and Zoning GuideOccupancy Classifi cationFor more information see IBC 2012 chapter 3.
Building HeightFor more information see IBC 2012 chapter 5, 7.
Type of ConstructionFor more information see IBC 2012 chapter 6, 9 (fi re protection and sprinkler system requirements).
Allowable Floor AreaFor more information see IBC 2012 chapter 5.
Height and Number of StoriesFor more information see IBC 2012 chapter 5.
Location on PropertyFor more information see IBC 2012 chapter 7 (705, 706, 712).
Means of EgressFor more information see IBC 2012 chapter 10.
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BuildingHeight
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Type of Construction
Allowable Floor Area
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consult occupancygroup standardsfor construction
consider desired building height
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LTypes of Construction and Area AllowedType II ConstructionThese buildings are constructed of non-combustible materials. These buildilngs typically have steel stud walls, masonry bearing walls, and steel bar joist for the roof and fl oor structure. Type II B is the most common construction type for commercial buildings because the building elements are not required to be fi re resistant rated but still must be non-combustible.
Type III ConstructionType III Construction is that type of construction in which the exterior walls are of non-combustible material and the interior building elements are of any material permitted by the code (combustible or non-combustible). IBC 602.3.
Occupancy Classifi cationAssembly Group A-3Assembly uses intended for worship, recreation, or amusement and other assembly uses not classifi ed in Group A, but not limited to:
Amusement arcadesArt galleriesBowling alleysCommunity hallsCourtroomsDance halls (not including food or drink consumption)Exhibition hallsFuneral parlorsGymnasiums (without spectator seating)Indoor swimming pools (without spectator seating)Indoor tennis courts (without spectator seating)Lecture hallsLibraries
And others that are not in Group A-1, A-2, A-11, and A-5A-2: Food and drink over 50 occupantsE: More than six, less than 50M: MercantileB: Under 50 meeting spaces
Building Height Limitations and AreaThe limit is the vertical distance from grade plane to the average height of the highest roof surface.
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50+“The fi nal determination of classifi cation, as for all classifi cation, is made by building offi cials.”
“The code recognizes that not all occupancies are included in the list and gives direction to the building offi cial regarding classifi cation of building.”
“These uses bring large groups of people together in relatively small spaces.”
“The use of the space must be examined in relation to the code language stating that these are spaces for purposes such as civic, social or religious functions, recreation, food, or drink consumption.”
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nHb group, llC. birMingHaM City Center Master plan upDate. urban Design assoCiates, oCt. 2004. Web. aug. 2013.2012 international builDing CoDe. Country Club Hills, il: iCC, 2011. print.
tHe City of birMingHaM Zoning orDinanCe. birMingHaM: n.p., 2010. print.
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restAurAntsFood service queuing areas are too narrow and do not provide adequate clear width for turns causing people who use wheelchairs to not be able to get to the counter to purchase or pick up food. The minimum clear width of an accessible route shall be 36” except at doors. Condiment or utensil items are placed above the reach range or are not located on an accessible route, not allowing people in wheelchairs that ability to obtain condiments and other items because they
CirCuLAtion PAthsObjects protrude into circulation paths from the side or from posts; objects that overhang circulation paths do not provide clear headroom causing injury for people who are blind or who have low vision because they cannot detect the object.
ACCessiBLe routePedestrian routes on a site from public streets and sidewalks to the accessible entrances are not accessible, resulting with people having disabilities being unable to access the site entry points. At least one route complying shall be provided within the boundary of the site from public streets or sidewalks to an accessible building entrance.
are out of reach.
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rAmPs AnD CurB rAmPsThe curb ramp that is located across a circulation path has steep unprotected side fl ares causing people injury. A curb ramp located where people must walk across the ramp must have fl ared sides; the maximum slope of the fl are shall be 1:10. Parts of an accessible route with slopes that exceed 1:20 lack required features including handrails and edge protection causing injury. Any part of an accessible route with a slope greater than 1:20 shall be considered
stAirsHandrail extensions are not provided at the top and bottom risers causing injury for people with crutches or canes. If handrails are not continuous, they shall extend at least 12” beyond the top riser and 12” plus the width of one tread beyond the bottom riser.
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toe AnD kneeThere is a minimum height of knee clearance of 27” with a 30” minimum width and an 8” minimum depth. There is a 25” maximum depth of toe clearance under an element 9” above the fi nish fl oor and a 17” minimum depth of toe clearance under an element above the fi nish fl oor, with a minimum of a 30” width of the
ForwArD reAChFor an unobstructed forward reach, there is a 48” maximum height and a 15” minimum height. When reaching over a forward obstruction, there is a maximum depth of 20”-25”, with a 48” high reach for 20” of an obstructed depth and 44” high reach for an obstruction over 20” in depth.
siDe reAChAn unobstructed side reach has a maximum height of 48” and a minimum height of 15”. An unobstructed side reach is allowed an obstruction between the ground space and element having a maximum of 10” in depth. With a parallel approach, the maximum obstruction height is 34” with a maximum depth of 24”. The high reach of 48” for an obstruction can have a maximum depth of 10”; the high reach of 46” for an obstruction can have a maximum depth over 10”.
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Knee anD toe ClearanCe
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kitChen CentersThe sink center must have a counter space of 24”-36” on either side. The refrigerator center must have a minimum counter space of 15” on latch side. The range center must have an 18”-24” counter space one either side. There must be between a 36”-42” distance between the range and sink centers, the refrigerator, or the wall over.
Counters AnD CABinetsThere must be an 18” minimum clearance (A) between the counter overhead cabinet. There must be a 14” minimum clearance between the center of the cabinet front and the edge of the counter. At least one shelf in cabinets should be 48” above the fl oor. The typical height (B) of a counter is 36” and the typical depth (C) of a counter is 24”; there must be a 3” toe clearance (D) under a cabinet.
CLeAr FLoor sPACeThe minimum clear fl oor space at sinks, work surfaces, and appliances is 30”x48”;fl oor space can extend 19” under the sink, work surfaces, and appliances. A clear fl oor space is needed adjacent to the dishwasher (an open door cannot obstruct the clear fl oor space for the dishwasher or sink).
turning sPACeThe turning space needed for wheelchairs is 60” in diameter.
work surFACeA minimum of a 30” work surface is required; the kitchen work surface has a maximum of 34” above the fl oor. Adjustable surfaces can range from 28”-36” in height and are usually 36” in depth. Side door ovens need a work surface adjacent to the latch side of the door, while bottom hinged door ovens need a work surface adjacent to one side. The maximum depth of a sink (F) is 6-1/2”. The rim of the sink and adjacent counter should be adjustable (E) at 28”-36” height or fi xed at 34”.
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work triAngLeThe work triangle consists of the range center, the refrigerator, and the sink center. The idea behind the work triangle is that the kitchen will work more effi ciently when these elements are in close proximity to one another.
seAting when DiningCounters must not exceed 34” in height, and a 60” section of the counter must be made accessible if counters are the only provided dining surface. Five percent of the total tables and seating must be made accessible if they are built-in. The total fl oor area allotted for tables and seating are to be accessible in dining areas, except for mezzanine areas that contain less than 25% of the total area.
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toiLet AnD BAthing roomsDoors cannot swing into the clear fl oor space or clearance for fi xtures; the minimum clear width for a doorway is 32”. Mirrors can be a maximum of 40” above the fi nish fl oor from the bottom edge of the refl ecting surface. Shelves must be
other ACCessiBLe FACiLitiesAt least 50% of the facilities must be accessible where single toilet facilities occur. Five percent of sinks must be accessible with the exception of service sinks. Fifty percent of drinking fountains must be accessible.
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wAter CLosetsGrab bars must be on the side wall and the rear wall. Side bars must be at least 42” long and located no more than 12” from the rear wall and they must extend at least 54” from the rear wall. A 36” long rear bar must extend a minimum of 12” from the centerline of the toilet on one side and 24” on the other side.
urinALsUrinals shall be the stall-type or the wall-hung type with the rim 17” maximum above the fi nish fl oor or ground. Urinals shall be 13 1/2” deep minimum measured from the outer face of the urinal rim to the back of the fi xture.
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AssemBLy egressIn addition to the main exit of an assembly space, a second means of egress is required. This exit must support the total occupant capacity. An assembly space with 300+ occupants requires a main exit, providing safety in the case of an emergency. For an assembly space with a main exit, it should be on a public way or have access to a path at least 10’-0” wide leading to a street or public way. Two means of egress are required for balconies having an occupant load of 50 or more, from each side of the balcony, with one means of egress leading directly to an exit. Two means of egress are required for balconies having an occupant load of 50 or more, from each side of the balcony, with one means of egress leading directly to an exit.
FLoor AnD grounD CoveringsCArPet AnD FLoor oPeningsTextures of carpet include: level loop, textured loop, level cut pile, and level cut/uncut pile. Exposed edges should be fastened and have a trim along the entire length. The pile height of carpet cannot exceed 1/2”. Elongated openings should have the long dimension running perpendicular to the direction of travel (A). The diameter of the openings cannot exceed 1/2”.
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ProtruDing oBJeCts AnD CeiLing height ContinueDCeiLing heightThere is a 7’-6” minimum for ceiling height. Egress areas above and below mezzanine fl oors are to have clear heights of at least 7’-0”. Circulation spaces shall have 80” minimum clear head room.
ProtruDing oBJeCtsDoor closers and stops may reduce headroom to less than 78”. Objects projecting from walls with their leading edges between 27”-80” above the fi nished fl oor shall protrude no more than 4” into the circulation space. Objects mounted with their leading edges at or below 27” above the fi nished fl oor may protrude any amount. Free-standing objects mounted on posts or pylons may overhand 12” maximum from 27”-80” above the fl oor.
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Carpet anD floor openings
Ceiling HeigHts
protruDing obJeCts
Exit
Exit Path
Carpet Pile Height
Dominant Direction of Travel
Ceiling
Floor to Ceiling Area
Barrier
Barrier
Barrier
7’-0” Min
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Ceiling HeigHt: MeZZanine floor reQuireMents
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Ceiling HeigHt: reQuireMents
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Door Closers anD stops protruDing obJeCts
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ACCessiBLe DoorsRevolving doors are not a accessible route. The minimum width clearance for a door is 32”. The hardware on the door should be 34” minimum and 48” maximum high above the fi nished door.
All dimensions noted to the right are the minimum requirements needed to travel through doorways.
front approaCH, pull siDe
DOOR CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS
DOOR CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS
DOOR CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS
DOOR CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS
60”
18”
42”
54”
48”
42”
22”
24”
48”
42”
24”
Hinge approaCH, pull siDe
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Area required to maneuver a wheel-chair through a door
DOOR CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS
12”
48” 48”
24”
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24”
54”
42”
24”
Hinge approaCH: pusH siDe Door WitH Closer anD latCH
DOOR CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS
36”
60” Hinge approaCH, pull siDe
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minimum DimensionsA typical door should be 3’ x 6’-8” minimum. The door should not be any shorter than 80”. When the door is open at 90 degrees, the width from the door frame to the door should be no less than 32”.
Door swingsFor occupant loads of more than 50, doors should swing in the direction of exit travel.
hAnDLe requirementsEgress doors need to be readily operable from the egress side with the use of key or special knowledge or effort. The door cannot require more than one operation which must be accessible without pinching or grasping. Lever door handles meet these criteria.
hArDwArePanic hardware is designed to open the door if a person is pressed against it and should always open in the direction of egress.
DisChArge DoorsDischarge doors at the end of a means of egress may be locked on the exterior side. However, the discharge door must be operable from the side of egress, typically with the use of panic hardware.
Door HeigHt
HanDle HeigHts
80”
32”
34” - 48”
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Direction of travel
Operable component of panic hardware which opens door
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paniC HarDWare seCtion
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turning sPACesThe minimum circulation turning space is 60” in diameter. T-shape space should have a minimum of 60” wide arms and a 36” wide base.
wALking surFACesWith a 180 degree turn around, there is a minimum dimension of 48” in width at the turn and 42” in width for leaving the turn. The minimum passing space is 60”x60”.
CLeAr FLoor sPACeThe minimum dimensions of a clear fl oor space is 30”x48”. One full unobstructed side of the clear fl oor space must adjoin an accessible route or another clear fl oor space.
ALCovesThe minimum dimensions of an alcove is 36” in width where the depth exceeds 24” and 60” in width where the depth exceeds 15”.
wheeLChAir sPACesDimensionsA wheelchair requires a minimum width of 36” unless there are two which are side by side, requiring a width of 33”. If a space is entered from the front or rear, a wheelchair requires a minimum width of 48”. If a space is entered from the side, a wheelchair requires a depth of 60”.
Clear WiDtH DiMensions
48” Min 24” Max24” Max
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ClearanCes: forWarD alCove
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ClearanCes: Clear floor spaCe
48” Min
30” Min
ClearanCes: siDe alCove
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5”
60” Min
t-turn DiMensions
60” Min
60” Min
24” M
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36” M
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36” Min
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t-turn DiMensions
WHeelCHair spaCe DiMensions
Wheelchair Space
T-Turn Area
Two Spaces
One Space
Side Entry
Front or Rear Entry
WHeelCHair spaCe DiMensions: one spaCe
WHeelCHair spaCe DiMensions: siDe entry
WHeelCHair spaCe DiMensions: front or rear entry
36”
WHeelCHair spaCe DiMensions:tWo spaCes
33” 33”
60”
48”
turn arounD DiMensions: 180 Degree turn
48” M
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42” Min
turn arounD DiMensions: 180 Degree turn (exCeption)
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on CorriDorsCorridors typically have a 1 hour fi re rating. Corridors cannot be part of an air supply or return system. They can be used for makeup exhaust for toilet rooms, dressing rooms, and janitor closets. Corridors cannot be interrupted by intervening rooms with the exception of foyers, lobbies, and reception rooms with the same fi re rating.
mAintAining egress wiDthObjects which obstruct or project in the means of egress should not decrease the required width of the means of egress. Instances where an obstruction or projection occurs, additional width is required to maintain the required egress.
Doors oPening into egressDoors should project a minimum of 7” into the required width of egress. Opening of a door should not require more than one half of the required egress width. Doors must be recessed in narrow corridors. A door is allowed 7” maximum projection due to door recession. Non structural provisions in the corridor may not project more than 2”.
Common CorriDorsWhen different occupancies require common egress paths, the requirements for each occupancy will govern the means of egress system. When egress paths merge, capacity of the egress paths serve both tributary area and the paths shall not decrease in the direction of travel.
DeAD enD CorriDorDead end corridors have a 20’-0” limit except if the corridor has sprinklers, then it is allowed to be 50’-0”. They are not limited in length when they are 2 1/2 times the width of the dead end. Elevator lobbies off corridors are not considered dead end when width exceeds 2 1/2 times depth.
Door sWing in CorriDor
narroW CorriDor
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7”
7”
60”
60”
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DeaD enD CorriDors
sHareD CorriDor
Required width of corridor
Half of the required width of corridor
Minimum required width of corridor
Indent of door for narrow corridor
Direction of travel
Public way
1 hour rated corridor without sprin-klers
Shared occupancy egress width
Single occupancy
Allowable dead end
DeaD enD CorriDors
sHareD CorriDor
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AisLe wiDthAisles in occupancy groups M and B must be a minimum of 36”. Any occupied portions of an exit access must be unobstructed.
AisLe DimensionAn aisle must be a minimum of 12” wide and increase by 1/2” per foot of aisle access travels beyond 12” from the aisle. Minimum dimension does not apply to tables of 4 or less where aisle access is less than 6’-0” away. Length of travel in an aisle access way is limited to 30’-0” before a choice of two or more paths of egress.
seAtingChairs must be given 19” of space which must be allotted in the aisle space. Fixed seats may be measured from the back.
AisLe ProtrusionsDoors cannot reduce the aisle width by greater than half and may not reduce aisle width by less than 7” when open.
aisle DiMension
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group b aisle
Main aisle way
Aisle access way
Area where door does not swing into
group b aisle
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rAmP DimensionsThe width of an egress ramp should not be less than that of a corridor typically 36”- 44”.
rAmP sLoPeRamps may not have a running slope steeper than 1:12. Accessible ramps must have a rise of 30” maximum.
hAnDrAiLsRamps with a rise greater than 6” need handrails on both sides. Handrails must have a 36” minimum width between them.
heAD CLeArAnCeA minimum head space of 80” is required for ramps.
LAnDing requirements LAnDingsThere must be a landing or fl oor on each side of the door with the same elevation.
LAnDing DimensionsLandings must have a width no less than that of the ramp. If a ramp landing is a change in direction, it must have a minimum length of 60”.
Door ProtrusionsOpen doors must not interfere with the required width of a landing by no more than 7”. Doors opening onto a ramp landing must not reduce a clear width to less than 42”. For occupancy of 50 or more, the door in any position must not interfere with the required width of the landing by more than half.
DrAinAgeRamp landings may have a slope of 1:48 to allow for drainage.
CurB rAmPsCounter slopes of adjoining gutters and road surfaces adjacent to the curb ramp must not be steeper than 1:20. Flares on curb ramps must not have a slope steeper than 1:10. As for the center ramp, it should be from 1:12 to 1:10 in slope.
raMp DiMensions
30”
80”
360”
HanDrails
36”
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HanDrail reQuireMents
Curb raMp plan
Curb raMp seCtion
Ramp landing
Curb ramp with minimum to meet code
6’ - 0” tall person
Maximum ramp slope
Hand rail required to meet code
Slope of street at 1:12
Slope of street at 1:10
Slope of street at 1:20
lanDing DiMensions
60”
36”
raMp Doors
60”
60”
36”
Curb raMp plan
Curb raMp seCtion
60”
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LAnDingsStairs must have landings at the top and bottom, and at changes in direction. Landings are to have a width no less than that of the stairway they connect to and a minimum length equal to the width of the stairway. A single fl ight of stairs may not exceed 12’ - 0” rise between fl oors or landings. Intermediate landings are required when the rise exceeds 12”.
stAirwAysStairway width must be at least 44” unless occupant load is less than 50 occupants. If it is under 50 occupants the allowable minimum width is reduced to 36”.
Doors on LAnDingsOpen doors should not reduce required width of landing by more than 7”. For occupant groups of 50 or more, the door in any position must not reduce the required width to less than half. Doors in a series must be 48” apart plus the swing of the door.
Door series
48”
7”
44”
48”
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Door lanDing
lanDing DiMensions
Area between doors
Area where door cannot protrude more than one halfDirection of travel
Landings
stair WiDtH lanDing DiMensions
44”
44”44”
44”
32”
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FLoor to FLoorEgress paths from fl oor to fl oor must not decrease. The paths do not have to increase as long as the exit capacity does not decrease in the direction of egress travel. The occupants of the fl oor below are assumed to exit that level before those behind them get to the same point in the egress system. Occupants from a mezzanine must pass through the fl oor below to get a common set of exit paths and thus are added to the occupant load.
stAirwAysStairways must be at least 44” in width unless occupant load is less than 50 people, thus allowing for a minimum width of 36”. Stairways must have at least 80” of head room (A) at any given point. The minimum width above a handrail (B) is 36”. The minimum width with a handrail on one side (C) is 31 1/2”. The minimum width with handrails on both sides (D) is 27”. The handrail height above a sloped plane of a nosing (E) is 34”-38”. There is no guard required where the drop-off (G) is less than 30”.
risers AnD nosingsRisers must be closed on all accessible egress paths. Nosings and projections on stairs must not exceed a bevel of 1/2”, and radius of 1/2”, a projection of 1-1/4”, and a degree of 30.
guArDsThe minimum height from a landing to the top of a guard (F) is 36”.
stair CorriDor DiMensions
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C
D
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treaD anD riser DiMensions
riser spaCing
guarD spaCing
HanDrails anD guarDs
3/4” minimum nosing1-1/4” maximum nosing30 degree maximum slope
9/16” maximum radius
9/16” maximum radius of tread curviture
No passage of 4” diameter sphere
Guard elements can be 4-3/8” sphere pattern
6” diameter at opening between riser, tread, and guard
6” diameter at triangle
4” diameter sphere pattern
4-3/8” sphere at stair guard only
HanDrails anD guarDs
f
g
7
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10” Min
7-3/4” Max
treaD anD riser DiMensions
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Fire rAtingEgress stairs at the perimeter can be unprotected. Stairwell walls fl ushed with the enclosure do not need to be rated if the angle is greater than 180 degrees. However, if the angle is less than 180 degrees, the exterior wall must be rated 1 hour with 3/4 of an hour opening protection within 10’ - 0” of the enclosure.
ACCessiBLe meAns oF egressexterior AreAsExterior areas for assisted rescue have the same space requirements for wheelchairs as for the area of refuge. Exterior areas must be open to outside air and be separated by walls of 1 hour construction with a 3/4 hour door. Protection must extend 10’ - 0” laterally and vertically from the area of refuge.
AreA oF reFugeArea of refuge, 30”x 48”, must be in a stairwell or have direct access to an enclosed stairway or to an elevator with emergency power. The area of refuge must not reduce the egress width.
stair fire rating
10’ - 0”
area of refuge
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stair fire rating
egress fire rating
egress fire rating
Typical 1 hour fi re rating
180 degrees which does not have to be fi re ratedLess than 180 degrees which needs to be fi re rated
1 hour fi re rating
1 hour fi re rating
Area of refuge
Emergency lighting
Requied two way communication system
Requied two way communication system
Required fi re alarm
Required fi re alarm
egress fire rating
area of refuge
10’ - 0” 10’ - 0”
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48”
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eLevAtor DimensionThese are just a set of minimum dimensions required for an elevator. However, it is best if the actual dimensions of a selected elevator are recieved from a company.
Center Door elevator
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54”
80”
42”
36”
54” 51
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60”
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entrAnCe LoCAtionsWhen a service entrance is the only entry to a building, it must be accessible. Entrances may not need to be accessible if 60% of the other entrances are accessible.
muLti LeveL entriesMezzanines and similar multilevel spaces must be connected to an accessible route unless they are under 3,000 sq ft in area, but in general, all spaces should be accessible.
non requireD entriesIf a building has a maximum of two entries, then both must be accessible. Individual work stations are not required to be an accessible but must be on accessible route. Non occupied areas with limited access such as elevator pits, crawl spaces, etc. are not required to be accessible.
exitsexit LoCAtionsAll exits must be obvious and arranged for easy use. With a 1 hour fi re rated corridor, exit separation is measured along the direct exit path.
exit PLACementWhen 2 exits are needed, they must be placed half the distance of the diagonal dimension of space measured to the center line of the doorway. With 3 exits, 2 exits must comply with separation requirements and the third can be a reasonable distance if one should get blocked.
exit DistAnCesExit access travel distance is measured from the most remote point in the space to the entrance of an exit along the natural and unobscured path. The usual allowable travel distance is 200’ without sprinklers and 250’ to 300’ with sprinklers.
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tWo exits
tHree exits
Path through building
Entrance required to be accessible
Direction of travel
Diagonal distance of space
Half the distance of the diagonal
Diagonal distance of space
Half the distance of the space
Location of third exit
tWo exitstHree exits
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exit DisChArgeExit discharge should be at grade or provide direct access to grade. People cannot re-enter the building though the exit discharge. Exit discharge components must be separated from adjoining property lines by a minimum of 10’- 0” of space and from other buildings on the same lot.
PAssAgewAysPassageways are to have no other purpose other than means of egress and are not allowed any other openings. The minimum width for a passageway is 44” unless the occupancy load is less than 50. If the occupancy is under 50, the passageway can be 36”. Passageways must be continuous from the point of entrance at the exit access to exit discharge. The distance of exits is not limited.
FLoor to FLoor egressEgress paths from fl oor to fl oor must not decrease. Assuming all fl oors are approximately of equal sizes and occupant load, egress path does not have to increase as long as the exit capacity does not decrease in the direction of egress travel. The occupants of the fl oor below are assumed to exit the level before those behind them get to the same point in the egress system.
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exterior exit DisCHarge
Direction of travel
Exit Discharge
Public walkway
Property line
floor egressexterior exit DisCHarge
10’-0
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D BirminghAm, ALABAmABirminghAmThe largest city within the state of Alabama containing a population of over 200,000. Located in the center of the dstate with the cross roads of both Interstate 20 and 65 and started as an industrial city with mining and steel and iron milling. The city is divided into 9 districts.
Five PointsDistrict 5 is also named the Five Points because its borders are the located in the middle of Birmingham city’s limits. Within its center contains our site.
siteThe site is an infi ll lot located two streets south of the Railroad Park, a local attraction that has been revitalizing the area and has become a symbol for the district itself.
AttrACtionshot sPotsBirmingham offers a lot of different possibilities for both locales and visitors that gives the city its diversity of entertainment.
rAiLroAD PArkThe park is the closest attraction to our site offering large areas for eating and picnics alongside a pond. There are paths to walk along that surround fi elds for play and areas on the side for kids and dogs.
BArons BALL PArkNew construction for a ball park sits across the street to the Railroad Park that will hold Birmingham AA team the Barons.
riCkwooD BALLPArkAlong with the new Baron’s Ballpark, Birmingham holds America’s oldest baseball park.
hot sPotsBirmingham holds multiple parks across its area including that of Ruffner Mountain Park, Red Mountain Park, Rail Road Park, and the Highland Park golf course.
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Birmingham Civil Rights Institute
Peanut Depot
Alabama Sports Hall of Fame
Sloss Furnace
Cahaba River Society
Highland Park Golf Course
Birmingham Zoo
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Southern Museum of Flight
Red Mountain Park
Ruffner Mountain Nature Center
Rickwood Field
attraCtions
Interstate
Highway
Site
Railroad Park
Birmingham Barons Ball Park
McWayne Science Center
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site ACCessiBiLitywALking DistAnCesThe site is within close proximity to the urban downtown setting; therefore, walking is a viable means of transportation from the site to various parts of town. On average, in an urban setting, a person can walk 400 yards in 5 minutes and 800 yards in 10 minutes. Various walking destinations include the Railroad Park, the new baseball stadium, the UAB Medical facilities, and the Amtrak station.
trAFFiC sPeeDGiven the location of the site, traffi c fl ow would fl uctuate based on different times of the week. For example, certain streets would be more frequently used due to the demands of rush hour and work day traffi c. Also, the speeds of the traffi c can infer a presence of people on the streets. For example, the slower the traffi c speed, the more likely cars are yielding to the increased fl ow of pedestrians. Likewise, streets with higher traffi c act as more direct route of transportation and streets without any color do not have a consistent fl ow of traffi c.
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traffiC speeD
800 yard walking radius
400 yard walking radius
> 50 mph
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D site AmenitiesCommerCiALCommercial options include dining options and places for the public to buy merchandise. Many of the eateries are located on the bottom fl oors of the UAB Medical complexes and include mostly fast food options
institutionALThe site is located in an old warehouse district with plenty of abandoned buildings around the immediate context. Most of the occupied buildings house businesses. The UAB hospital complexes are to the southeast and have a heavy infl uence around downtown area. The Birmingham Barons baseball stadium is set to be completed for the 2013 season while the Railroad Park lies just north of the site and offers outdoor entertainment for various times of the year.
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D site sPACesoPen sPACesNew developments around the site are encouraging the introduction of green spaces that advocate public interaction and community. Most predominately is the Railroad Park that provides the city of Birmingham something truly unique located in the heart of the downtown area. Open for most of the day, the park provides an ideal location for families and people of all ages.
PArking sPACesParking spaces are widely available from the removal and presence of empty lots around the site. The decline in activity in the district has caused people and businesses to relocate creating these empty lots. Further southeast, additional parking and parking garages are present in order to accommodate the increase in hospital workers.
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D immeDiAte site ChArACteristiCssite seCtionsTo the south, the site has on street parking on either side of the two way street. Also, light posts line the street for sidewalk illumination. To the north, the site has a back alley that is adjacent to a currently empty lot; however, there are plans for the construction of a four to fi ve story housing development project. Also, there are power lines that run throughout the back part of the alley way. Immediately within the site are deciduous trees that have canopy sizes that range from 40’-0” to 50’-0”. in diameter. These trees will have large root systems that have a high possibility of being harmed during the construction process. It would be highly recommended for the removal of the trees before construction begins.
Photo 1 shows a view of the site from the intersection towards the bottom of the slope. Notice the height differential between the two blocks.
Photo 2 shows the site as viewed from an adjacent parking garage.
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D site ChArACteristiCswAter FLowThe slope of the site drains to the northwest corner of the property. Likewise, the road south of the site slopes down from northeast to southwest, toward the baseball stadium.
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Photo 5 shows the slope of the road immediately in front of the site with views of downtown Birmingham in the foreground.
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D site ACtivityDAy/night ACtivityThe surrounding site dramatically changes as it transitions from daytime to nighttime. During the day, a higher concentration of people would be expected in the UAB Medical complexes as well as the Railroad park. Likewise, a few blocks to the east have a more populated business district thus accounting for greater activity.
The site drastically changes after business hours have passed with the majority of the activity coming from the UAB Medical facilities and the Railroad Park area. The park stays open until 11:00 PM with plenty of people walking or running. The baseball stadium will be active at night time if the season is underway.
summer/ winter ACtivityDuring the summer months, the Railroad Park will see high activity, given good weather conditions. Also, the baseball stadium will be active in the middle of the season.
In the winter months, the Railroad Park will not be as busy as the summer months, but with plenty of sunshine and fair weather conditions the park will be busy with activity.
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D CLimAteyeArLy winD DiAgrAmThe two diagrams to the right represent the wind data collected in Birmingham throughout the year. The bar graph is the percentage of wind coming out of the giv-en direction. Where as the line graph be-low gives the percentage for every month.
PrevAiLing winDs DiAgrAmThe diagram to the bottom left shows the prevailing winds throughout the different seasons of the year. With the most wind coming from the south throughout the fall, winter, and spring. With the only other direction of wind coming from the west during the summer.
winD roseTo the top right there is a wind rose that gives the wind direction, speed, and percentage throughout the year. With most of the year having calm winds and the most prevailing wind coming from the south 8% of the time.
sun PAth DiAgrAmThe sun path diagram to the right gives the location of the sun at given times of the day and year. The upper line represents the summer solstice with the position of the sun given at three hour intervals throughout the day. The lower line represents the suns path during the winter solstice providing the location and angle of the sun at three hour intervals as well. Therefore, the southwestern face of the site will receive the most amount of sunlight.
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D CLimAtereLAtive humiDityBirmingham’s humidity goes basically unnoticed until the summer months. The humidity never reaches an “uncomfortable” level, but when it combines with the heat it tends to get uncomfortable. As shown on the graph on the top right, the humidity stays very constant only ranging from 49% to 62%.
AnnuAL rAinFALLThe diagram at the bottom left shows the annual amount of rainfall received in the Birmingham area. The clouds represent increments of 0.5 inches.
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D CLimAtereLAtive humiDityBirmingham’s humidity goes basically unnoticed until the summer months. The humidty never reaches an “uncomfortable” level, but when it combines with the heat it tends to get uncomfortable. As shown on the graph on the top right, the humidity stays very constant only ranging from 49% to 62%
heAting AnD CooLingThe bottom graph on this page addresses a topic of “degree days”. This is used to describe how much heating or cooling has to be used to reach a thermal comfort level inside a building. Anything above the “0” mark indicates that heating is needed and anything below “0” indicates that cooling is needed. Birmingham never requires a substantial amount of heating or cooling, but it seldom goes without needing active systems. Certain days in the months of April, May, September, and October can function passively throughout certain hours.
According to this data, more degree days were needed to heat rather than cool in the city of Birmingham, in 2011. This data can inform decisions based on priority of types of heating and cooling systems needed throughout the year.
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D LeeD Point sPeCiFiCAtionDeFine LeeD:The Leadership in Energy and Enviornmental Design. Independent certifi cation program that provides voluntarly guidelines for developing high performance, sustainable buildings.LeeD CLAssiFiCAtion grouPsLeed certifi cation is achieved by gaining the possible points that are in unique categories. These categories include:
1.Sustainable Sites2. Water Effi ciency 3. Energy and Atmosphere4. Materials and Resources5. Indoor Environmental Quality
DeveLoPment Density AnD Community ConneCtivity
Development Density and Community Connectivity requires to construct or renovate building on a previously developed site and within 1/2 mile of a residential zone or neighborhood with an average density of 10 units per acre net and within 1/2 mile of at least 10 basic services and with pedestrian access between the building and the services.PuBLiC trAnsitPublic Transportation access is attainable if a public transit station is within a 1/2 mile radius of the site.
mAteriALs & resourCesregionAL mAteriALsIncreased demand for building materials and products that are extracted and manufactured within the region, thereby supporting the use of indigenous resources and reducing the environmental impacts resulting from transportation. Use building materials or products that have been extracted, harvested or recovered, as well as manufactured, within 500 miles of the project site for a minimum of 10% (based on cost) of the total materials value. If only a fraction of a product or material is extracted/harvested/recovered and manufactured locally, then only that percentage (by weight) shall contribute to the regional value.
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urBAn DeveLoPment The city of Birmingham is focusing a lot of funds and efforts to revitalize this abandoned warehouse district in near downtown Birmingham. The catalyst for the development in the area was the Railroad Park which was designed by landscape architect Tom Leadey and built in 2010. The park has many walking paths, a large pavilion where many community activities take place, and skateboarding features.
Birmingham has more recently been working on the construction of the new Regions Field which will be the home of the Birmingham Barons, a minor-league baseball team. The stadium is an 8,500 seat stadium and will provide amenities such as a 800-person ballroom that overlooks the fi eld and downtown, a children’s play area, a VIP lounge, and beer gardens.
Following these the development of these two icons for the city of Birmingham, an infl ux of development possibilities have began in the area. In response to the lack of housing in the area, several block-sized apartment complexes have begun to go into the area such as Cityville 121 and University House. Several other housing projects have been proposed for the area.
Several of the warehouses in the area have been renovated and are home to bakeries, breweries, event spaces, and a few other businesses. Transit stations in the area are lacking. Union Station is in talks to be either rebuilt or renovated. There is also a new transit station proposed for the ballpark area.
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Development: Completed or Under Construction:1. University House2. Regions Field3. Bristol Southside Condos4. Cityville 121
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Development: Proposed5. Pedestrian Bridge over train tracks6. Housing Project7. Housing Project8. VA Center with parking garage
Development: Purchased Property by Developers9. Property bought for development10. Property bought for development
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ProgrAmTo the far right, the icons shown will be used on the following pages to show what types of programming are within the buildings described. All of the buildings vary greatly in the contents of the building.
On the following pages, you will find a description and analysis of the following community arts centers which are shown to the right:• NMIT Arts and Media• Sásd Community Center• Maryvale Community Center• Karakida Community Center• Sunset Community Center• Atlanta Contemporary Arts Center• New Orleans Contemporary Arts
Center• Kaufmann Program Center• RedLine
Two precedents are included that do not relate to the community arts center, however they are included to address the issues of the project. The first is an infill project, and the second a brick project. The projects presented are:• Art Stable• Brick-Weave House
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All icons shown below in this color are included in the program space.
All icons shown below in this color are not included in the program space.
On the following pages, a group of icons will be displayed on each page in the upper right corner. These icons relate to the different program spaces that each precedent contains or does not contain. The two colors are explained below. The icons are shown for reference as well.
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The project was a national design completion sponsored by the government to design a building that showcases timber construction in the structural form of the building and to encourage the use of timber in multiple story building construction. Its interior contains over 31,000 square feet of program space.
ProgrAmThe building contains a tri-story art teaching block and one story media and workshop area. The two are connected by a large atrium that faces the north.
revitALiZAtionThe building is located in an area of New Zealand that is known as being an arts incubator. The building serves as an education facility for the industry of construction and will continue to serve so for years to come.
ADvAntAges/ DisADvAntAgesOne advantage of this precedent is the unique construction of the building. The entire building is made out of lumber, and has won many wood awards for its innovative design. Many of the spaces are left open to the wood beams overhead. The location of the NMIT building is very similar to what the warehouse district is becoming. The area surrounding the precedent contains a large amount of residential buildings, as well as small storefront shops. A downside of this precedent is that it is owned by North Melbourne Institute of TAFE, and its spaces are mainly used for use by the school. Thebuilding is, however, open to the public. Community events are often held in the building as well.
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Community CentersásD, hungAry ArChiteCt: Marp / Márton Dévényi, pál gyürKi-Kiss + Dévényi és társa ltD. / sánDor Dévényi
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The Sasd Community Center was built for the Sasd Town Council in Sasd, Hungary. It was built in 2011, using all 28,000 square feet to its maximum potential. This Community Center is funded with educational funds from the local government to allow the children of the area to have additional places to learn.
ProgrAmThe Sasd Community Center provides the town with rooms equipped with educational resources like study circle facilities, library, computer lab, music room, and cafeteria. The Center also gives the residents of Sasd a chance to have a gym and event halls for many different occasions.
revitALiZAtionTo support the 3,500 residents of Sasd, Hungary the Community Center offers a large space for a wide range of opportunities. All these features clearly demonstrate the intention to create a cultural center for the town and serve the whole Sasd area in the form of a new community house.
ADvAntAges/ DisADvAntAgesAn advantage of this precedent is the concept of the window arrangement. The size and frequency of the windows directly correlates to the size of the space within. One disadvantage is the fact that the building is geared more towards sports programs as opposed to arts programs. The building is also run in conjunction with a school, and is partially supported by funding from the school.
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mAryvALe Community CenterPhoenix, AriZonAArChiteCt: goulD evans
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The Maryvale Community Center was completed in 2006 in Phoenix, AZ and consists of 43000 square feet. The design intention was to discover a way to maintain the existing recreational park all the while providing a building that energized the surrounding community. The Palo Verde Library has received numerous awards such as several Honor and Merit certificates.
ProgrAmThe Maryvale Community Center is a large multiuse facility based around the arts. The center has a large library, a 150 seat auditorium, drama and dance studios, and not to mention a wide variety of sports complexes. With a wide range of activities and areas, this community center provides an attendance rate for a large group of demographics.
revitALiZAtionThis project began adjacent to an existing recreational park, and was met with the challenge of needing to maintain the park and revitalize a civic presence in the community. The park alone draws many people to the area, however, after the development of the community center many more people began to flood to the area.
ADvAntAges/ DisADvAntAgesOne disadvantage of this precedent is that the majority of the program space is not devoted to the arts, but instead put towards a large gym, pool facility, and a library. It does, however, contain many different aspects of a community arts center. Many of the patrons of this complex come for the library, and are then in turn introduced to the large range of classes and community events available. The building is also located adjacent to a park, which is similar to the location provided in studio.PhotogrAPher: BiLL timmermAn
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The Karakida Community Center was completed in 2011 in Tama City, Japan and consists of 2600 square feet. This project was built in a rural area to add a modern flair to the area. The surrounding area around the building provides many green spaces reflecting the years of outdoor activity that once took place there.
ProgrAmThe Karakida Community Center focuses in three main programs consisting of a library, community hall, and children’s house. Many of the rooms are single purpose, but are often rented and used accordingly. The building itself acts as a focus for a wide range of activities and demographics.
revitALiZAtionThe site was once a rural, hilltop area. In the past, the site was a gathering place, and boasts up to 650 visitors a day, bringing many people to the area.
ADvAntAges/DisADvAntAgesThe population of Tama City is very similar to Birmingham. The Karakida Community Center is located in the midst of a residential development that was constructed in the 1970s. From the information gathered on future developments, the Warehouse district in Birmingham will soon have a context almost identical to that of Tama City with the construction of large residential buildings. The program itself is very flexible, and can be adapted to many different uses.
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The Sunset Community Centre was built in 2007 and is 30,000 square feet and is located in Vancouver, Canada. It was designed by Bing Thom Architects and was built by Peter Bazilewich & Alex Strega. The Sunset Community Centre is LEED gold.
ProgrAmThe Sunset Community Centre is a multipurpose community center that houses a preschool, gymnasium, exercise rooms and a host of other community activities. The back and sides of the building serve as a background for outdoor activities. It has playing fields, greenhouses and planting beds of the adjacent Vancouver Park Board site.
revitALiZAtionThe building has been tremendously popular and the Sunset Community Centre membership increased by 40% in the first three months since opening.
ADvAntAges/DisADvAntAgesThis precedent gives a good example of a community center with large open spaces for interaction with people of the community. It provides a cafe, classrooms, and a library. But it is more heavily geared towards an athletic center which is not the focus of the project.
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The Atlanta Contemporary Art Center was founded in 1973. In 1989, The Atlanta Contemporary Art Center renovated a 30,000 square foot warehouse complex on Means Street, near the Georgia Tech campus.
ProgrAmThe Atlanta Contemporary Art Center has a range of exhibitions and educational programs including an expanded Studio Artist Program. These programs play a significant role in the advancement of the careers of artists and arts professionals.
revitALiZAtionAtlanta Contemporary Art Center played a vital role in Atlanta’s cultural landscape by presenting cutting-edge contemporary art reflective of the world around us, offering diverse educational programming for people of all ages.
ADvAntAges/DisADvAntAgesThe center is a good example of the types of interior gallery and studio spaces that could be implemented into the project. The center’s square footage is right along the lines of the square footage of the project as well. A downside of this project is the lack of variety of spaces. The majority of the program areas are purely devoted to either gallery space or administration space.
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The Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) was established in 1976 with the goal of combining visual and performing arts under one roof. It began as an artist run, artist driven community organization in the empty arts district of New Orleans. The CAC moved into its current building after being renovated in 1990. The building itself is around 30,000 square feet.
ProgrAmThe CAC is a four story warehouse, and devotes two stories, about 10,000 square feet, to galleries and exhibit space that hosts a multitude of rotating exhibitions. The building itself contains a theater, multiple galleries, a “blank canvas” warehouse/ multipurpose room, galleries, art labs, rehearsal hall, cafe and shop, studio space, classrooms, administrative offices, and a large lobby.
revitALiZAtionThe CAC was set up in an existing arts district within the Warehouse District of New Orleans, however, the arts were struggling to survive and revitalize the area. The building itself continues to bring people to the area, as well as bring new businesses. The CAC’s main focus is to be cemented in its community-based programs and initiatives.
ADvAntAges/DisADvAntAgesThe size of the center is right at the size which our project is at. The location of the center is also in a similar type of area in which the site for this project is located in Birmingham. The gallery spaces, theatre, studios, and other spaces are along the lines of those that could be implemented into this project. A disadvantage of this precedent is that it is a renovation project as opposed to new construction.
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The Kaufmann Program Center was renovated and completed in 2011, and features a complex of 20,500 square feet. This project was a renovation project, and the original building was built in 1928. The campus also features a large green space and outdoor areas.
ProgrAmThis community center is a model setting for community events, cultural arts, performances and recitals. The facility contains a multi-use auditorium with removable seating on the floor and permanent seating in the balcony, classrooms, a cafe, administration offices, a large lobby, and an amphitheater. The building itself serves many functions and acts as a central location for many demographics.
revitALiZAtionAfter its opening in 1928, the community center drew more than 70,000 people a year to the neighborhood. The neighborhood itself is Pittsburgh’s most well-known African American neighborhood. Throughout its history, the community center has attracted many notable musicians, authors, artists, and statesmen, and the recent renovation continues to draw many people to this area.
ADvAntAges/ DisADvAntAgesOne major advantage of this precedent is its impact it has in the community. It contains a wide variety of program spaces that can be adapted to many different uses. A disadvantage of this precedent is that it is a renovation project instead of new construction. It is also located on a much larger site than the one provided in Birmingham.
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The RedLine project is a 20,000 square foot renovation project that was completed in 2008. The building first began as a warehouse, and still holds three large loading docks with glass doors to allow natural light to flood the interior.
ProgrAmThe program of this building is mainly geared to artists in the community. The building holds ten smaller studios for “mid career artists,” and three larger studios for more established artists. The layout of the building is around a central multipurpose exhibition space, and in order for an artist to get to their respective studio, one must travel through the exhibition space.
revitALiZAtionA key component of the vision of RedLine is to interact and be a part of the larger community. The cost of rental of the studio spaces is heavily reduced due to the requirement of the in-house artists to spend time in community outreach. The complex also includes a large community space dedicated to community arts activities. This is done so that the community can be active in RedLine, as well as the artists active in the community. The neighborhood the building is located in is an area in desperate need of revitalization, and RedLine has served as a catalyst for revitalization.
ADvAntAges/ DisADvAntAgesA disadvantage of this precedent is the lack of interdisciplinary spaces, as the majority of the building is focused purely on art. A great aspect of this building is its emphasis on the community. The building contains a community room to hold many public events.
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Art Stable is a seven-story building that houses five live-work units. The infill project features large windows that are operable by a crane which opens them. The opening of the windows allows for cross-ventilaton through the building.
The building also takes advantage of the side of the building which only touches the neighboring building on one floor. Windows are located along that face of the building along with the front and back facades. The glass and steel materiality allude to the warehouse aesthetic of the developing industrial neighborhood.
The building has many sustainable features such as:• in-floor radiant cooling and
heating• geothermal heat pump system• natural ventilation• flexibility to accommodate for
future sustainable features to be added to the building
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The Brick-Weave House is a three story single family residence in Chicago, Illinois. The house contains over 3000 square feet of floor space. The exterior of the building is clad in brick, however every other brick in a course is removed. This in turn creates a screen on the street side. The area enclosed by this screen is a small garden and patio area. The screen helps to establish privacy from the street and create a semi-private space for the family. The brick casts a pattern of shadows on the floor of the home in a hexagonal pattern, thus creating a visual connection the garden outside. At night, the garden is lit up, and the effect is reversed. The shadows cast establish a connection to the interior, while maintaining privacy.
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the PeoPLerACe AnD ethniCityRace versus Ethnicity: According to the Census, race and ethnicity are considered two seperate and distinct identities. Hispanic or Latino origin is asked as a seperate question and categorized under ethnicity. In addition to their race and/or races, all respondents are categorized by one of two ethnicities, which are “Hispanic” and “Non Hispanic”.
Hispanic Ethnicity: According to the Census, people of Hispanic origin, were those who indicated that their origin was Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban, Central or South American or some other Hispanic origin. It should be noted that people of Hispanic origin may be of any race.
genDerThe populations of women and men are mostly equal with women inhabitating slightly more of Birmingham.
LAnguAgesMinor percentages of Birmingham speak Spanish and other non English languages while almost everyone else speaks English.
AgeThe Birmingham area has a large number of children ages 1 to 17 but the majority of the population is made up of ages 25-54.
Total Population: 212,413 raCe anD etHniCity
White42.17%
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eDuCAtiongrADuAtion rAtesAs of 2012, Birmingham, Alabama has a graduation rate that has dropped 16% within the nine surrounding districts. According to the new four year cohort rates, only 72% of The City of Birmingham School District students graduate on time. Most students that did not graduate were classifi ed as unknown, due to insuffi cient records. A majority of the unknown reasons for not graduating were due to former students transfering out of the City of Birmingham School District improperly. The data presented represents the percentage of people in the area over the age of 25 who have attained a particular education level as of 2010.
ComPLeteD eDuCAtion LeveLsAs of 2010, Alabama has recorded the highest education levels attained by a popluation above the age of 25. The followin catergories were observed: 1) Did Not Complete High School 2) Completed High School3) Some College4) Completed Associate Degree 5) Completed Bachelors Degree6) Completed Graduate Degree
sChooLs in BirminghAm DistriCtsA total of nine districts are represented for the Birmingham area. Within this boundary, nine schools are represented.
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sourCe oF inComeMuch of Birmingham’s population has an income from salary and social security with other categories such as investments, retirement, supplemental security, self employment and public assistance making up the remaining of the percentages.
househoLD mAkeuPThese pie charts show the percentages of the different possibilities of family makeup in Birmingham homes. Each chart’s proportions relate to its makeup category listed A through F.
other inFormAtionThe median age for men in Birmingham is 32.5 percent while women in the city have an average age of 37.4 percent. The average size of a family living in Birmingham is 3.05 members.
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househoLD inComeMost of Birmingham’s income is lower than $60,000 a year with only small percentages of residents making more.
CrimeBirmingham crime statistics report an overall upward trend in crime based on data from eleven years with violent crime increasing and property crime increasing. Based on this trend, the crime rate in Birmingham for 2013 is expected to be higher than that in 2010. The city violent crime rate for Birmingham in 2010 was lower than the national violent crime rate average and the city poverty crime rate average.
In 2010 the city violent crime rate in Birmingham was lower than the violent crime rate in Alabama and the city poverty crime rate in Alabama.
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site sPeCiFiC issuesAsPhALtThe fi rst site issue that needs to be addressed is removing the asphalt. To remove the asphalt, a large bulldozer will be required on site along with an excavator to fi ll the dump trucks to carry the old asphalt off site. The delivery of equipment will need to be done on 2nd Avenue (East).
treesAs the removal of asphalt is taking place removing every tree from the site will be done as required. To cut down all trees a sub-contractor will be hired to remove the trees. Following the removal of trees, the foundation for the building will be ready to be installed.
unLoADingTo avoid contact with the power lines on the west alley, deliveries will be need to be done on 1st Avenue. Big equipment and tools such as bulldozers and cranes will be delivered on 1st Avenue while smaller deliveries will be taken to the alleyway.
site oFFiCe AnD storAgeThe site offi ce and storage will be dependent on which of the two options are the cheapest: renting out the next door building or getting a site trailer to put in the west lot. If the west lot is rented out, it will hold the portable toilets, site offi ce, and store materials and equipment. In order for this lot to be used, it will need to be leveled to maximize available space. If one of the properties next door is used, it will be used for offi ces and toilets. Whichever of these options saves the most money will be used.
ContAminAte soiLThe site was previously used as a junkyard. The soil is contaminated with old automobile fl uids and will need to be dug out and hauled away from the site.
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neighBorsThe site has existing buildings on both sides. The neighbor to the right has a front facade that overlaps our site by 15 feet. They also have power entering their building from the left side of their building which is in our site and exhaust vents on the same side. To keep a good relationship with the neighbors we don’t want to take any on street parking away from their customers.
street trAFFiCThere is a steady fl ow of traffi c on the street in front of the site. To prevent a traffi c problem we would want to make all deliveries during the slow times of the day, 9-11 am and 1-4 pm.
rAin DAysDepending on when the construct will begin excess rain days might need to be accounted for so the site can dry out.
Power LinesThe power lines that surround the north and south entrances to the jobsite will present a major issue for the construction phase of this project. The power lines will inhibit the movement of cranes or lulls moving materials from the staging area to the jobsite. There are three large transformers on one power pole in the middle of the north portion of the jobsite that will create a major hazard to tall trucks and equipment.
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PLumBingWe estimated the cost for plumbing to be $10 per square foot. The total cost for equipment would be $300,000.
heAting, ventiLAtion, AnD Air ConDitioningWe estimated the cost for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning to be $13 per square foot. The total cost for this would be $390,000.
eLeCtriCALWe estimated the cost for electrical work to be $13 per square foot. The total cost for electrical work would be $390,000.
totAL meChAniCAL AnD eLeCtriCALWe estimated the cost for mechanical and electrical work to equal $42 dollars per square foot. The total cost for this would be $1,260,000.
totAL ConstruCtion Cost:We estimated the cost for construction of this building to be $148 per square foot and $11 per cubic foot.
totAL estimAteD. Cost in squAre Feet: $4,440,000
totAL estimAteD Cost in CuBiC Feet: $4,950,000
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originAL BuiLDing tyPesThirteen building types were analyzed and given rankings based upon how well they would revitalize this warehouse district.1. Farmer’s Market2. Dance Studio3. Apartments4. Higher Education5. Condominiums6. Theatre / Open Auditorium7. Religious Center8. Art Studios9. Community (Arts) Outreach Center10. Music Venue11. Hotel 12. Radio Station13. Restaurant
ProJeCt AnALysisThe group took the thirteen original building types and decided to pick the best five based on the general consensus among the team and the other groups working alongside them.
The consensus consisted of the probability of the building going into the neighborhood, the chance of the building help revitalize the surroundings and how effective they thought the building would be in attracting new population in the area.
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4. religious Center 3. DanCe stuDio1. restaurant 2. tHeatre auDitoriuM
began research on all five building possibilities with the intentions of being able to present five cases to their professors and to finalize which building type would be most effective in achieving our goals.
After researching the possibility of the theatre/ auditorium building, it was assumed ineffective because the nearby ball park already has concerts and the group agreed that the site would not be suitable for the building type.
The dance studio was judged ineffective because the group felt that limiting the space to a dance studio would decrease the chances of the building type being a success in the environment therefore the building type no longer met the the project’s needs.
The religious center was deemed ineffective because there was already over twenty churches within close proximity of the area.
Towards the end of the discussion, the community arts center was selected because the group predicted that this building type would help bring people to the area, encourage urban revitalization, and the existing residents in the area would have something new in the struggling neighborhood.
nArroweD BuiLDing tyPes1. Restaurant2. Theatre / Auditorium3. Dance Studio4. Religious Center5. Community Arts Center
Community Arts Center
why A Community Arts Center?Historically, a Community Arts Center was the most valuable option. The program was determined based upon the “present” which is a struggling warehouse district and the “future” which is to hopefully become a thriving urban area of mixed use residential and service facilities.
“CuLturAL” vs. “Community”The word “community” is very important to this project because it has everything to do with revitalization. “Culture” is already in the area and has laid a foundation for the arts, and by providing a home (and means) for these arts, the area can begin to thrive again.
eFFeCt on DemogrAPhiCsProjections indicate that because of the VA Hospital that 300 new visitors should come to the area daily, along with 200 new employees. Up-and-coming service facilities will explode in number and will become a normal occurrence in this area, but this community arts center will lead a positive progressive movement towards
revitalization. Also, 300 new units of housing are proposed to be built in the next three years. This will increase the value of real estate and the need for public transportation and green space.
whAt is it?Mission Statement: The Railroad Community Arts Center is a catalyst for improvement in the quality of life and urban environment with programs focused on enhancing the minds and bodies of the community through fellowship, teaching, and establishing a relationship between local artists and the community.
ProJeCt requirementssiZing your ProgrAmThe total gross square footage is 30,000 SF. This program type has a net ratio that is 70% of the gross. Therefore, the largest programmatic sf allowed is 21,000 SF. The ideal sf is 17,000 SF - 18,000 SF.
DeveLoPing A FoCusAfter the site visit, we realized that all of the room types that would be a good addition to this area could not fit onto this site and the Community Arts Center would be spread too thin. But after talking with architects and residents it was determined that this Community Arts Center should not just graze the bare minimum of all the arts located in Birmingham but should focus in depth on one of the three types:
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Film / Performing Arts, Visual Arts, or Historic / Industrial Arts. It is the goal of this more in-depth center to be the springboard, or art incubator for this area. The idea is that once one type of art is thriving on this site, that other centers would open in the area focusing on other art types and that they will work together. This, in turn, not only still falls under the same mission statement, but becomes a more successful catalyst for growth.
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1. Large Space (2) A. Film Theatre - 4,000 SF [Requires LL & MM] - Requires a projector in small room with seats at an incline. Ceiling height needs to be at least 20 feet. Screen needs to be sized to fit widescreen (16:9) or fullscreen (4:3) images. B. Concert Hall / Performance Hall - 4,000 SF [Requires LL] - Stage required in a room designed to enhance acoustics. Ceiling height needs to be at least 20 feet. C. Banquet Hall with Stage - 4,000 SF [Requires EE] - Room with large tables with an even number of seating (with room partitions). Standard room height is adequate, at least 14 FT is ideal however.
2. Gallery Space (2+) - 1,500 SF D. Children’s Art Gallery - 500 SF - Open space with light-colored partition walls, and indirect lighting E. Film Gallery - 600 SF - Open space
with light-colored partition walls, and indirect light F. Local Art Gallery - 500 SF - Open space with light-colored partition walls, and indirect light G. Sculpture Gallery - 500 SF - Open space with light-colored partition walls, and indirect lighting H. Visiting Art Gallery - 500 SF - Open space with podiums for artwork, and indirect lighting
3. Commercial Space (1-2) I. Bakery - 1,200 SF - Needs service space (300 SF) and customer space. Customer space needs seating and tables. Service space needs commercial sized, energy efficient appliances, such as freezers, refrigerators, ovens, ranges, etc. J. Cafe / Coffee House - 1,200 SF - Needs service space (300 SF) and customer space. Customer space needs seating and tables. Service space needs commercial sized, energy efficient appliances, such as freezers, refrigerators, ovens, ranges, etc. K. Local Artist Gift Shop - 400 SF - Local artists are commissioned to create items to sell for support of the arts. L. Restaurant - 1,500 SF - Needs service space (750 SF) and customer space. Customer space needs seating and tables. Service space needs commercial sized, energy efficient appliances, such as freezers, refrigerators, ovens, ranges, etc.
4. Medium Space (5+) M. Art Studio: Jewelry - 500 SF [Requires Y] - Enough industrial sinks for cleanup N. Art Studio: Painting - 800 SF - Enough industrial sinks for cleanup O. Art Studio: Photography - 800 SF - 400 SF goes into a dark room P. Art Studio: Pottery - 800 SF [Requires Y] - Enough industrial sinks for cleanup Q. Art Studio: Sculpture (3D Art) - 1,000 SF - Enough industrial sinks for cleanup R. Classroom - 500 SF each [Suggested: 3] - Overhead transparency projector S. Learning Kitchen - 1,000 SF - Energy efficient, commercial equipment, i.e. ranges, ovens, refrigerators, & freezers. T. Dance Studio - 1,500 SF [Requires Z] - Mirrored wall and bar U. Welding Shop - 1,000 SF - Hydraulic machine and air compressor V. Wood Shop - 1,000 SF - Variety of saws and air filter system W. Yoga / Aerobics Room - 1,500 SF - Mirrored wall and barre
5. Small Space X. Film Editing Room - 300 SF - Multiple computers and desks Y. Kiln Room - 150 SF - Exhaust fan Z. Locker Room w Showers - 300 SF - Include lockers and showers AA. Prop Room - 200 SF - Adequate
storage and shelving
6. Administrative Space BB. Director’s Office - 300 SF [Required] - Extra chairs and table for small meetings CC. Meeting Space - 400 SF [Required] - Visual board with tacks and marker surfaces DD. Office - 150 SF each [Suggested: 3]
7. Service Space EE. Catering Kitchen - 1,000 SF FF. Kitchenette (for Employees)- 220 SF - With dining area for employees GG. Kitchenette (for Performers) - 100 SF - Energy efficient appliances, including microwaves, refrigerators, etc. HH. Restroom (for Employees) - 80 SF II. Restroom (for Performers) - 80 SF JJ. Restroom (Public) - 400 SF
8. Reception Space KK. Lobby (with Reception Desk) - 700 SF [Required] - Reception desk with chairs in waiting area LL. Box Office - 20 SF MM. Concessions - 40 SF 9. Outdoor Space OO. Greenspace - 4,000 SF - 15,000 SF - Such as accessible roof, courtyard, front yard, back yard, or balcony.
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mCommunity Arts Center outLining your ProgrAmRequirements for choosing the specifi c program for this site: 1. Large Space (2) A. Film Theatre B. Concert Hall / Performance Hall C. Banquet Hall w/ Stage 2. Gallery Space (2+) - 1,500sf D. Children’s Art Gallery E. Film Gallery F. Local Art Gallery G. Sculpture Gallery H. Visiting Art Gallery 3. Commercial Space (1-2) I. Bakery J. Cafe / Coffee House K. Local Artist Gift Shop L. Restaurant 4. Medium Space (5+) M. Art Studio: Jewelry N. Art Studio: Painting O. Art Studio: Photography P. Art Studio: Pottery Q. Art Studio:Sculpture (3D) R. Classroom S. Learning Kitchen T. Dance Studio U. Welding Shop V. Wood Shop W. Yoga / Aerobics Room 5. Small Space X. Film Editing Room Y. Kiln Room Z. Locker Room w/ Showers AA. Prop Room 6. Administrative Space BB. Director’s Offi ce CC. Meeting Space DD. Offi ce 7. Service Space EE. Catering Kitchen FF. Kitchenette (Employees) GG. Kitchenette (Performer) HH. Restroom (Employees) II. Restroom (Performers) JJ. Restroom (Public) 8. Reception Space KK. Lobby (w/ Reception) LL. Box Offce MM. Concessions 9. Outdoor Space OO. Green Space
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mLL. Box Offi ce - 20 SF (4 FT x 5 FT)- 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 2J. Cafe/ Coffee House - 1,200 SF (40 FT
x 30 FT) - 1:4 SF - Occupancy: 300
A. Film Theatre - 4,000 SF (63 FT x 63 FT) - 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 400
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KK. Lobby with Reception Desk - 700 SF (35 FT x 20 FT) - 1:6 SF - Occupancy: 120
JJ. Public Restroom - 400 SF (25 FT x 16 FT) - 1:40 SF - Occupancy: 10
R. Classroom - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 25
X. Film Editing Room - 300 SF (17 SF x 17 SF) - 1:135 SF - Oc-cupancy: 2
LL. Box Offi ce - 20 SF (4 FT x 5 FT)- 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 2LL. Box Offi ce - 20 SF (4 FT x 5 FT)- 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 2FiLm / PerForming ArtsThis program accommodates the need for a home for fi lm and performing arts in the Birmingham area. This will be a venue for The Sidewalk Film Festival and serve as an incubator for performing as well. Performance is an art relating to all ages and cultural backgrounds enabling this program to service the present and future needs through revitalization.
BuiLDing ProgrAm 1. Large Space (2) A. Film Theatre B. Concert/ Performance Hall 2. Gallery Space (2+) - 1,500sf E. Film Gallery H. Visiting Art Gallery 3. Commercial Space (1-2) J. Cafe / Coffee House 4. Medium Space (5+) N. Art Studio: Painting R1. Classroom R2. Classroom R3. Classroom T. Dance Studio V. Wood Shop W. Yoga / Aerobics Room 5. Small Space X. Film Editing Room Z. Locker Room w Showers AA. Prop Room 6. Administrative Space BB. Director’s Offi ce CC. Meeting Space DD1. Offi ce DD2. Offi ce DD3. Offi ce 7. Service Space FF. Kitchenette (for Employees) GG. Kitchenette (for Performers) HH. Restroom (for Employees) II. Restroom (for Performers) JJ. Restroom (Public) 8. Reception Space KK. Lobby (w/ Reception Desk) LL. Box Offce MM. Concessions
Total net square footage: 20,590sfTotal gross square footage: 29,414sf
DD. Offi ce - 150 SF (10 FT x 15 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 3
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BB. Director’s Offi ce - 300 SF (17 FT x 17 FT) - 1:63 SF - Occupancy: 5
FF. Employee Kitchenette with Dining - 220 SF (15 FT x 15 FT) - 1:18 SF - Occupancy: 12
CC. Meeting Space - 400 SF (20 FT x 20 FT) - 1:30 SF - Occupancy: 13
DD. Offi ce - 150 SF (10 FT x 15 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 3
DD. Offi ce - 150 SF (10 FT x 15 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 3
HH. Employee Restroom - 80 SF (10 FT x 8 FT) - 1:40 SF - Occupancy: 2
MM. Concessions - 40 SF (4 FT x 10 FT)- 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 2
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AA. Prop Room - 200 SF AA. Prop Room - 200 SF (14 FT x 14 FT) - 1:25 SF - Occupancy: 8
E. Film Gallery - 600 SF (25 FT x 25 FT) - 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 60
W. Yoga/ Aerobics Room - 1,500 SF (39 FT x 39 FT) - 1:100 SF - Occupancy: 15
B. Concert / Performance Hall - 4,000 SF (63 FT x 63 FT) - 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 400
T. Dance Studio - 1,500 SF (39 FT x 39 FT) - 1:100 SF - Occupancy: 15
Z. Locker Room with Showers - 300 SF (17 FT x 17 FT) - 1:60 SF - Occupancy: 5
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H. Visiting Art Gallery - 900 SF (30 FT x 30 FT) 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 54
N. Art Studio: Painting - 800 SF (28 FT x 28 FT) - 1:25 SF - Occupancy: 32
V. Wood Shop - 1,000 ST (32 FT x 32 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 20
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II. Restroom for Performers - 80 SF (10 FT x 8 FT) - 1:40 SF - Occupancy: 2
GG. Kitchenette for Performers - 100 SF (10 FT x 10 FT) - 1:8 SF - Occupancy: 12
R. Classroom - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 25
R. Classroom - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 25
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mvisuAL ArtsThis program is to accommodate the need for a home for visual arts in the Birmingham area. This will be a venue for The Art Walk, various art shows, and serve as an incubator for all visual arts. These arts have historically been used not only as individual expression but as learning and outreach events enabling this program to service the present and future needs through revitalization.
BuiLDing ProgrAm 1. Large Space (2) A. Film Theatre C. Banquet Hall w Stage 2. Gallery Space (2+) - 1,500 SF D. Children’s Art Gallery F. Local Art Gallery G. Sculpture Gallery H. Visiting Art Gallery 3. Commercial Space (1-2) J. Cafe / Coffee House K. Local Artist Gift Shop 4. Medium Space (5+) M. Art Studio: Jewelry N. Art Studio: Painting O. Art Studio: Photography P. Art Studio: Pottery Q. Art Studio: Sculpture R1. Classroom R2. Classroom R3. Classroom 5. Small Space Y. Kiln Room 6. Administrative Space BB. Director’s Offi ce CC. Meeting Space DD1. Offi ce DD2. Offi ce DD3. Offi ce 7. Service Space EE. Catering Kitchen FF. Kitchenette (for Employees) HH. Restroom (for Employees) JJ. Restroom (Public) 8. Reception Space KK. Lobby (w. Reception Desk) LL. Box Offce - 20 SF MM. Concessions - 40 SF
Total net square footage: 22,260 SFTotal gross square footage: 31,800 SF
K. Local Artist Gift Shop - 400 SF (20 FT x 20 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 20
LL. Box Offi ce - 20 SF (4 FT x 5 FT)- 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 2
MM. Concessions - 40 SF (4 FT x 10 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 2
A. Film Theater - 4,000 SF (63 FT x 63 FT) - 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 400
LL.MM.
KK. Lobby with Reception Desk - 700 SF (35 FT x 20 FT) - 1:30 SF - Occupancy: 23
LL. Box Offi ce - 20 SF (4 FT x 5 FT)- 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 2LL. Box Offi ce - 20 SF (4 FT x 5 FT)- 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 2J. Cafe/ Coffee House - 1,200 SF (40 FT x 30 FT) - 1:15 SF - Occupancy: 80
JJ. Public Restroom - 400 SF (25 FT x 16 FT) - 1:40 SF - Occupancy: 10
DD. Offi ce - 150 SF (10 FT x 15 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 3
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BB. Director’s Offi ce - 300 SF (17 FT x 17 FT) - 1:63 SF - Oc-cupancy: 5
FF. Employee Kitchenette with Dining - 220 SF (15 FT x 15 FT) - 1:18 SF - Occupancy: 12
CC. Meeting Space - 400 SF (20 FT x 20 FT) - 1:30 SF - Occupancy: 13
DD. Offi ce - 150 SF (10 FT x 15 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 3
DD. Offi ce - 150 SF (10 FT x 15 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 3
HH. Employee Restroom - 80 SF (10 FTx 8 FT) - 1:40 SF - Occupancy: 2
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EE. Catering Kitchen - 1,000 SF (32 FT x 32 FT) - 1:200 SF - Occupancy: 5
M. Art Studio: Jewelry - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 10
P. Art Studio: Pottery - 800 SF (28 FT x 28 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 16
Q. Art Studio: Sculpture - 1,000 SF (32 FT x 32 FT) - 1:100 SF - Occupancy: 10
Y. Kiln Room - 150 SF (15 FT x 10 FT) - 1:150 SF - Occupancy: 1
C.Banquet Hall with Stage - 4,000 SF (63 FT x 63 FT) - 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 400
N. Art Studio: Painting - 800 SF (28 FT x 28 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 16
R. Classroom - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 25
R. Classroom - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 25
R. Classroom - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 25
O. Art Studio: Photography - 800 SF (28 FT x 28 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 16
Dark Room - 400 SF
F. Local Art Gallery - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 25
D. Children’s Art Gallery - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:27 SF - Occupancy: 30
G. Sculpture Gallery - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 25
H. Visiting Art Gallery - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 25
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mhistoriC / inDustriAL ArtsThe city of Birmingham brags as having the most fi ne chefs per capita. Myth or not, the art of food is as rooted in the beginning of the Downtown’s revitalization as welding and industrial arts is to the prosperity of the city as a whole. This program accommodates the need for a home for historic and industrial arts in the Birmingham area with the ability to service the present and future needs through revitalization.
BuiLDing ProgrAm 1. Large Space (2) B. Concert/ Performance Hall C. Banquet Hall w Stage 2. Gallery Space (2+) - 1,500 SF F. Local Art Gallery G. Sculpture Gallery H. Visiting Art Gallery 3. Commercial Space (1-2) K. Local Artist Gift Shop L. Restaurant 4. Medium Space (5+) Q. Art Studio: Sculpture R1. Classroom R2. Classroom R3. Classroom S. Learning Kitchen U. Welding Shop V. Wood Shop 5. Administrative Space BB. Director’s Offi ce CC. Meeting Space DD1. Offi ce DD2. Offi ce DD3. Offi ce 6. Service Space EE. Catering Kitchen FF. Kitchenette (for Employees) HH. Restroom (for Employees) JJ. Restroom (Public) 7. Reception Space KK. Lobby (w. Reception Desk) LL. Box Offce - 20 SF
Total net square footage: 20,470 SFTotal gross square footage: 29,243 SF
K. Local Artist Gift Shop - 400 SF (20 FT x 20 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 20
LL. Box Offi ce - 20 SF (4 FT x 5 FT)- 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 2
LL.
KK. Lobby with Reception Desk - 700 SF (35 FT x 20 FT) - 1:7 SF - Occupancy: 100
LL. Box Offi ce - 20 SF (4 FT x 5 FT)- 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 2
JJ. Public Restroom - 400 SF (25 FT x 16 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 8
DD. Offi ce - 150 SF (10 FT x 15 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 3
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BB. Director’s Offi ce - 300 SF (17 FT x 17 FT) - 1:30 SF - Oc-cupancy: 10
FF. Employee Kitchenette with Dining - 220 SF (15 FT x 15 FT) - 1:18 SF - Occupancy: 12
CC. Meeting Space - 400 SF (20 FT x 20 FT) - 1:33 SF - Occupancy: 12
DD. Offi ce - 150 SF (10 FT x 15 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 3
DD. Offi ce - 150 SF (10 FT x 15 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 3
HH. Employee Restroom - 80 SF (10 FT x 8 FT) - 1:40 SF - Occupancy: 2
B. Concert / Performance Hall - 4,000 SF (63 FT x 63 FT) - 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 400
L. Restaurant - 1,500 SF (50 FT x 30ft) - 1:15 SF - Occupancy: 100
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Q. Art Studio: Sculpture - 1,000 SF (32 FT x 32 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 20
C.Banquet Hall with Stage - 4,000 SF (63 FT x 63 FT) - 1:10 SF - Occupancy: 400
R. Classroom - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 25
R. Classroom - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 25
R. Classroom - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:20 SF - Occupancy: 25
F. Local Art Gallery - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:30 SF - Occupancy: 17
G. Sculpture Gallery - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:30 SF - Occupancy: 17
H. Visiting Art Gallery - 500 SF (22 FT x 22 FT) - 1:30 SF - Occupancy: 17
EE. Catering Kitchen - 1,000 SF (32 FT x 32 FT) - 1:200 SF - Occupancy: 5
V. Wood Shop - 1,000 SF (32 FT x 32 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 20
S. Learning Kitchen - 1,000 SF (32 FT x 32 FT) - 1:200 SF - Occupancy: 5
U. Welding Shop - 1,000 SF (32 FT x 32 FT) - 1:50 SF - Occupancy: 20
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