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Design Report , 6019ID, Rebecca Cook-Griffiths


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Generic aim of the project ........................................................................

Branding.......................................................................................................

Artists in residence.....................................................................................

Existing building..........................................................................................

Location.......................................................................................................

Detailed brief...............................................................................................

Precedents..................................................................................................

Theoretical approach...................................................................................

Spatial Planning...........................................................................................

Materials......................................................................................................

Lighting........................................................................................................

Heating.........................................................................................................

Ventilation....................................................................................................

Acoustics.....................................................................................................

Appendices .................................................................................................


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The theoretical idea

their artwork within

artist and their crea

innovation through c

and the North West.

water, carving the in

dynamic, yet function


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Permanent Exhibition space

Temporary Exhibition space

Meeting/conference areas

Cafe

Communal space

Administrators & curators offices

Security support areas

Toilets

Access to public areas

Individual bedrooms with private access

Offices/meeting rooms

Communal area

Space for organising and constructing works Library/ studio


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Bridgewater LIVE is an art gallery which exhibits the art work of 10 art

who stay within the building over a 2 year period . The name came f

the buildings location on Bridgewater Street and the fact that the galle

live due to the artists living within the building creating art for the ga

on a daily basis. The artwork will be commissioned to fit in with the th

of water, specifically for the main gallery. The artists can interpret

theme in which ever manner they would like, creating various types

mediums.

The identity of the gallery is very changeable, with fluid perspect

guiding the public though different areas.

L

The logo developed from the shapes created by water ripples. This sh

will also form the exterior of the main gallery and form a fluid path

guiding the public around the artwork.


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Mar

The gallery is aimed providing a stimulating place for all kinds o

general public. It will also provide information on art works and a cha

view artists in action and learn about their work. There are areas

building specifically designed for large school and college groups.

The aim of the gallery is to integrate different styles of artwork int

North West. This is expected to happen with the collaboration of sc

and corporations. The artists are given a change to produce and e

artwork in a live gallery which will then be distributed into the interna

art scene after the 2 year period.


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I have chosen 10 different artists for

their different styles and mediums.

Each artist works in their own unique

way, however they all complement each

other when brought together. Each

artist will be asked to commission art

work for the gallery with the theme of

water in mind, they can translate this

theme in which ever way they see fit.

Space will be created in the gallery for

small and large sculptural pieces and

wall space will be provided for

paintings, mixed media and

photography pieces.

Simon Birtall

Scene painter

Mark Mcgowan

Photography

A

P


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Tony Evans

Sculpture

James Lawrenson

Painter

Jo

Dig


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I am a self taught artist working since 1997. I originally started out by

dogs, being commissioned many times for my realistic style. During this

agricultural and horse shows to promote my work. Alongside animal port

out other styles, producing anything from traditional landscapes, deve

and finally finding a real passion for abstract and contemporary works.

Over the past 6 years I have worked on many different styles, using d

textures to create what I now produce today. Having had the opportunity t

styles I have been able to grow as an artist bringing a higher level of skiforefront of my current paintings.

The common elements of my work are rich colours, multi-faceted lay

texturing. This brings depth, energy and a unique feel to all of my work.

with I develop organically from my subconscious thoughts; by opening up

to create from within. Then there is the challenge of my feelings so that

particular moment in time. My aim is to produce something so origina

abstract elements of the design that it will stimulate interest, discussio

adding colour to an otherwise empty space. It is important to me that

own true identity and a sense of itself.


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I have been taking photos of

Liverpool and the

surrounding area for the last

three years - a lifelong

appreciation of the cities

architecture lead me into

photography and it is still the

main focus of my work. I love

to produce cityscapes but

also look for the hidden

details for the city, trying to

show the city from a different

point of view. I am

particularly well known for my

work with reflections and

take advantage of the

newest technology in my

post-processing work.


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I have been making work in clay for over twenty years. My work tends

be one- off or small batch production pieces and recently I have be

focusing on commission based work. My work tends to explore using cl

in unexpected ways whether its through using light or sound or ju

through creating unusual objects that are humorous and desirable!

I work in Liverpool and am part of the newly created Threshold Facto

studio group at the CUC building and I have just been awarded

placement at Hope University as part of their Artists? Access into AColleges scheme. Last year I was commissioned by Leicester Coun

Council to make three interactive ceramic objects that could be used

schools for creative storytelling. The pieces had small wind up music box

inside them and were made to look like mysterious space objects. I ha

had a number of other commissions including handmade lightshades f

the Arts Council office in Brighton, a unique double spouted teapot f

artists Darren Neave and John Cake who are using it in their galle

performances and pieces for the Artists Product range for Tate Modern a

am currently in discussions with them for developing new work.


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Sixth floor Second Floor Typical Floor


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Ground Floor


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Location Temperat


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Location Temperat

(degrees

Artist Bedroom Forth and Fifth

floor

21

Artist Studio Third Floor 18

Artist Library Second Floor 21

Artist Communal Workshop Second floor 21

Meeting rooms First Floor 21

Offices First Floor 21

Main Entrance/ Reception

area

Ground level 18

Cafe Basement 21

Exhibition Space Ground level 18


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The exhibition Zaha Hadid Form in Motion was the first exhibition to focus on Hadids

furniture and design objects. Formally known as an architect Zaha Hadid created

the site specific gallery exhibition to focus on objects such as Jewellery, shoe

designs and large furniture designs. I have taken inspiration from Zahas

use of fluid compositions and rhythmic protrusions which have created

the wave like walls and organic spaces. The exhibition shows the

way in which Hadid uses fluid movement and shifting perspectives

to pull the visitor forward into the environment and draw

them to specific points of engagement. I wish to mimic

this fluidity in the main gallery, creating a undulating

environment based on curvilinear geometries.


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Fluidity is an installation that explores the relationship between interior

and exterior spaces and public and private spaces through the medium of

organic shapes. The public space Is varied, composed of elements that

interact with each other through the use of materials and shapes leading

to a design with versatile functions. I am interested with how the

architecture forms the shape of the interior and see this as a good way to

relate the permanent gallery to the public areas in the main building. I am

interested in the dynamic shapes that form the void spaces and the

continuity of natural forms.
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The design of the pavilion plays with the cross

circulatory routes, where visitors find themselves

dynamic movements are formalised and transc

meeting of path and destination.


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T

the columns and beam

to extend up to the s

apartment with a cosy

stairs. The interior desi


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Inspiration for the galle

which is changeable a

visitor far beyond simp

is both visually and int

creates a fluid relation

studio rooms connectin


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Accommodation

Studio & Library (Semi public)

Conference, Meeting rooms & offices (Public)

Restaurant & Reception (Public)

The design of the

circulation. Conce

designed flowing s

The 10 artists wi

another to allow c

Public spaces are

concept of water. A

The accommodati

these will be from

Private Lift


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Private Lift

Disabled Toilet

Unisex Toilet

Raised Seating

Public Lift


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Private Lift


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Changeable Meeting Area

Public Lift

Toilets

Private Lift

Private Lift


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Public Lift

Book Stand

Raised Seating

Toilets

Private Lift

Private Lift


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Breakout Area

Public Lift

Toilets

Vertical moving walls

Private Lift


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Private Lift


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4 Bed


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GRP is composed of strands of glass that are

woven to create a flexible fabric. Glass reinforced

plastic is lightweight and has good thermal

insulation properties. It has a high strength to

weight ratio, making it useful for the production of

products such as water tanks, surfboards, canoes,

small boat hulls and similar products. This

material will be useful in creating the fluid

furniture in the public spaces.

Concrete is a composite

composed primarily of a

water. Concrete has relat

strength, but much lower t

reason is usually reinforced

strong in tension (often s

concrete to form the sha

gallery with a steel frame s


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White oak wood panelling will be the

main material used in the artists

accommodation. It is a light tan colour

and adds warmth to the small apartment.

The white oak is straight grained and

slightly less coarse than red oak. The

material has been chosen for a clean

minimalist feel still remaining cosy and

warm.

All bathroom and kitchen appliances

made from white ceramic material.

material is durable, hard wearing and e

to clean. Both spaces will be fitted with

flush taps and toilets in order to rem

sustainable. Paperstone countertops

be used in the kitchen and bathroo

Made from 100% post-consu

recycled paper. The material is str

resistant and highly sustainable.

Main Gallery


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Exterior

The main gallery is predominately the main focus of the design . The gallery is created fro

glass which will reflect light. I have chosen to use waterproof fluorescent strip lighting to

an effect of water, highlighted by the lighting, keeping with the design concept. The lightin

The entrance of the main building will be dramatically lit by LEDs to maintain continuity be

An ice blue colour will be used in order to mimic the idea of water.

Similar lighting will be used to light up the surrounding trees, Adding

to the effect of the gallery concept.

Tube Diameter : 50mm

Fixing bracket length : 75mm

Fixing bracket width : 25mm

Fixing bracket height : 66mm

IP rating : IP67

Voltage : 240V

Interior


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The design of the building means there is a lot of natural daylight available as psychologi

the ultraviolent content to an acceptable level. This will provide controlled accent lighting

artificial light sources available careful consideration is required to select the most appr

selected by beam angle and wattage to provide the coverage and lux level with the minimu

introduction of reliable self dimming electronic transformers in luminaries and as stand a

not only allowing a wide range of lamp wattages in each luminaries type but also allowi

General lighting plays an important part in the general ambiance of the space. Where lighti

some types of art work with objects starkly standing out from their surroundings but where

and make the space appear under lit. A little general lighting is required, however care wwhich shield the back of dichroic lamps will be used.

Due to the amount of glazing in the gallery design, glare is an important factor to consi

continuous runs of concealed fittings designed to bounce light off ceilings and walls, also

a lit environment with a minimum of light and potential glare sources. However diffuse lig

depth and texture without any form revealing directional light.

Temporary Gallery

A different approach will be required for the provision of lighting systems in the tempor

positions for additional power or additional lighting for touring exhibitions. Conventionally th

a system that can mechanically and electrically stand up to the frequent movement of fitadaptor as this will provide the widest possible range of luminaries to choose from.


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Low-voltage track and cable systems are commonly

used, as they use halogen lamps that are known for

their almost perfect colour rendering abilities with

precise beam control.

A sophisticated syst

diffusing fabrics pr

from daylight while

conditions.

Underfloor heating and cooling


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Underfloor heating and cooling

Throughout both building I have chosen to use Warmafloor underfloor heating. Warm

heating systems have been used in many prestigious buildings including The British M

Gallery, Parliament Buildings and the Building Research Establishment itself. The Warm

environmentally conscious in its use of materials for their projects. They are one of

Polybutylene-1(Pb) pipe work, which is env ironmentally friendly and completely recyclable.

Main Gallery

The Warmafloor Tacker System is a new system developed for use in conjunction with the

insulation panels to provide a more secure method of pipe fixing than the clip rail syste

panels are expanded polystyrene laminated with a fabric polythene re-enforcing foil.

resistant and is provided with overlaps on two adjacent sides to cover adjacent panels.

laid around the area to be heated, providing a barrier against perimeter heat loss and f

Warmafloor insulated Tacker insulation panels are then laid over the complete floor are

pipe work is then laid out in circuits and secured into the Tacker panel by specially

installed with a Tacker gun. These staples are fully retained by the fabric thereby prevent

during the screeding process. The underfloor pipe work is connected to the Warmafloor m

water and pressurised to check for water tightness.

As soon as practical after the installation is completed the screed should be laid over required depth.

Mechanical Ventilation will be used for the Main Gallery building. MechanicalVentilation supplies a continuous supply of oxygen for humans, extracts waste

Natur


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Ventilation supplies a continuous supply of oxygen for humans, extracts waste

products from breathing and body odour and eliminates contaminants from

work processes. It is for this last reason that I have chosen this type of

ventilation over natural ventilation. Due to some of the art work being of a

delicate nature and the location of the gallery; being in the middle of Liverpool,

natural ventilation might damage the art from pollution. The building is also

situated on a busy road so natural ventilation would be a problem in terms of

unacceptable levels of external noise, which might hinder the viewers

experience.

Mechanical ventilation works by an electrically driven fan or fans which are

used to move air within the building. The main advantage of utilising such a

system is controllability. Mechanical ventilation systems, used in conjunction

with an airtight construction like the main gallery, can allow more control over

the supply of fresh air and result in better indoor air quality compared with

natural ventilation. Mechanical ventilation will be used for all areas apart from

the Artist Bedrooms. Due to the design of the building there are only 4 small

windows on each floor which wouldn't provide enough clean fresh air to

ventilate the space. The private artist rooms however will have 2 windows ineach apartment, giving the occupant control over the environment.

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Main Gallery


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The Main Gallery is situated on Bridgewater Street and although not much noise will co

surrounding buildings, there may be traffic noise from the street. Acoustic noise is highly

the Gallery to provide the viewer with a pleasurable experience. Acoustic plaster will be

interior walls. Unlike plaster regular plaster, this synthetic acoustic plaster absorbs s

instead of reflecting it, thereby reducing reverberation times and overall noise levels.

acoustic plaster provides a hard, smooth, flat surface with superb acoustics.

The construction consists of a mineral board of 20 mm thickness and a top layer of a

Oscar Elite synthetic acoustic plaster, which is sprayed, trowelled and worked to optical req

The finish is visually hard, and firm to touch, but with excellent sound absorption.


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Artist Accommodation Bar/Rest


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Communal studio Private


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Temporary gallery Recept


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