Sara Prat Soto
architecture/design/illustration
SPS
Work
The proposal sought to create a series of urban centres within Vauxhall which related to both the immidiate context of the area and London as a whole. Thorough these proposals, a series of new street furniture was proposed which drew on Vauxhall’s hispory and heritage. Furthermore, two prominent sculptures were proposed; one at a new urban square adjacent to Vauxhall tube station and a second at Lambeth Gateway.
Overall, the proposal atempted to connect the green spaces within Vauxhall and reinforce its relationship with the Thames. A new boardwalk was proposed in order to emphasize the riverfront as a spatial entity thereby making it an instantly recognisable part of the city.
Introducing: VAUXHALL THE MISSING LINK
The form of the bench derives from a study of Le Corbusier’s classic chaise lounge. Formally know as model number B306 from the 1928 furniture range known as ‘equipment de l’habitation’, the chair has become one of the most iconic furniture designs of the 20th century.
A rationalisation of the form of the lounge reveals three distinct planes which one sits on. The proposal adopts these three planes and seeks to establish a relationship between two
users as defined in the brief. From the interplay, a triangulated sculptural form is generated. The bench then sits as an object in the docklands landscape.
Introducing: RIBA PEWS AND PERCHES COMPETITION
Traditional in its conception, the new high street is formed bythe demolition of the existing bus station, to be replaced by a series of commercial buildings which define the street frontage.Completely pedestrianised, it is envisaged that this street wouldoffer a more intimate alternative to the surrounding high rise.Lit from above by a LED light installation the street would host a variety of bespoke kiosks and benches. The lighting recalls the ornate designs of the main pavilion at the Garden
Traditional in its conception, the new high street is formed bythe demolition of the existing bus station, to be replaced by a series of commercial buildings which define the street frontage.Completely pedestrianised, it is envisaged that this street wouldoffer a more intimate alternative to the surrounding high rise.Lit from above by a LED light installation the street would host a variety of bespoke kiosks and benches. The lighting recalls the ornate designs of the main pavilion at the Garden
The competition was established by the AJ in order to seek new ideas for office receptions in London. AHMM’s White Collar Factory building was used as a template for the proposals. The design looked at creating a highly flexible and visually interesting space which could adapt to a number of scenarios such as exhibitions, lectures and launch parties.
The proposal also included a desing for an app which would share the branding of the space and interlink with the access control system. Exposed ceilings more akin to the retail environment combined with a series of robust materials and furniture were selected to create a unique reception environtment.
Introducing: NEW RECEPTION
Introducing: CARRER PINTOR GIMENO
The ruins of the Cathedral of Notre Dame de l’Assomption in Haiti presented a reminder of the destruction caused on the 10th of January of 2010 by the Earthquake. The decision on how to treat the ruins was the starting point of this competition, and it was decided to retain the main facade because of the strong sense of indentity that it invoked.
It was proposed to demolish the reamining ruines and create a new contemporary cathedral which generally followed the footprint of the original building. The book of Genesis and themes of rebirth provided inspiration throught the design. Seven structural bays were proposed, each representing a day from the week of creation and a double skin facade drew on numerous references from the scrupture. Light played a central role and if was carefully manipulated to provide natural illumination without incurring major heat gain.
Introducing: HAITI CATHEDRAL
Doctor Gimeno street has no presence within Gracia neibourhood because of the difference in level with Balmes street. The proposal improves the relationship between both levels throrough a sculptural piece which contains a lift. It becomes a street light and becomes more visible and a focal point.
Outher skin extract made with a phenolic resin bonded plywood veil inspired by the traditional Haitian balcony construction to block all direct sunlight
