36 Textures

 These three textures were used in the final model, as seen below:

18 Sketch Perspectives

Theory

Conceptual discussion:

 http://www.archdaily.com/463363/norman-foster-designed-scheme-aims-to-transform-london-into-cycling-utopia/

The design attempts to solve the issue of over congestion within London by creating a cycling network above railway lines.

This article appeals to me due to my own British heritage, having been to London many times I can personally envision the project and how it will help. I also enjoy the ergonomic and efficient approach, how it is an ingenious solution to a large issue, the basic design also has room for architectural upgrades and development. From the perspective of an engineering student, this design is also appealing due to its focus on problem solving.

Key words:
Congestion
Ergonomic
Efficient
Connection
Segregation
Accessibility
Minimalistic

Combination of words into theory:

Minimalistic architecture derives from efficient solutions to contextual issues, utilizing ergonomic designs to strengthen the connection between site and structure through emphasis on communal use.

Architecture

For my final model, I based my design off my continuous form/monumental axonometric, but i further simplified the geometric shape by utilising a rectangular pyramid. The choice of the pyramid serves multiple purposes;

1. The rectangular base compliments the road and lets the building fit into the urban environment,
2. The shape relates well to the axo. sketch, and
3. The pyramid is crucial to the symbolic relation to the theme technology

To expand on point 3; In Ancient Egypt the pyramids were built as stairways to the heavens and the gods, this symbolic meaning ties into the current progression of technological advancement, as mankind strives to elevate to god-like status through technological advancements.

Textures

For the light to dark textures, i tried to link each one back to the theme of technology, which i felt fit the task of 'light to dark' very well. My view of technology is that it is an omnipotent force that is slowly pervading every aspect of society, which is thus communicated through the building of multiple layers within the textures. As the patterns get repeated and built upon, the texture gets darker and restricted, representing this notion that technology has a vast and restrictive hold over modern society.

The three textures used in my model are placed below, from light on the left to dark on the right. 

Combination Axonometrics

 My combination Axonometrics cover the concepts of:

- Scale/synergistic forms
- Continuous form/Monumental
- Geometric hierarchy/ Micro and Macro

Of the three choices, I decided to go with the second, as i could relate it back to the task of a train station most easily, whilst also keeping a solid foundation from which to design the building. Once again I was pressed for time, and decided not to complete the third flipped view, as the sketch is too complex and would use up too much of my remaining time.

Axonometric sketches

Initially, my axonometric sketches were too plain and not detailed enough to fully explore a concept. My later attempts were more successful, however I have realised many of them are symmetrical, so the flipped view is identical to the normal view.

I have just realized I have lost one scan of a sketch, i did complete 6.