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In Search of Architecture

Abstract

dc:description.abstract

A view. A path. These are the areas of investigation for this thesis. A residential structure is incorporated to analyze the impact that these two concepts have on the design process. The building project uses openings and structural direction to further emphasize the connection between building and site. The ability to continually connect with the site as one progresses through the structure, was an important aspect in the study. By the use of internal and external paths one can enjoy the site through covered openings. These openings are exposed to the natural elements, as well as those that are controlled by artificial systems. The direction in which the building is placed also intends for each resident to experience an outdoor view. As residents travel from one point to another, they can stop along a path and connect with the site and its surroundings.

Degree

thesis:*
Name thesis:degree_name
Master of Architecture
Level thesis:degree_level
masters
Discipline thesis:degree_discipline
Architecture
Department dc:contributor.department
Architecture
Grantor dc:publisher
Virginia Tech
Year dc:date.issued
2001

Author and committee

dc:creator, dc:contributor.*
Author dc:creator
  • Gibson, William Burley
Chair dc:contributor.committeechair
  • Rott, Hans Christian
Committee members dc:contributor.committeemember
  • Galloway, William U.
  • Pittman, V. Hunter

Subjects

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Rights

dc:rights
Statement dc:rights
  • In Copyright

Identifiers

dc:identifier.*
Dc Identifier Other
etd-12102002-105322
OAI identifier oai:identifier
oai:vtechworks.lib.vt.edu:10919/36043

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citation

Gibson, William Burley. In Search of Architecture. masters thesis, Virginia Tech, 2001. http://hdl.handle.net/10919/36043