Course Description
In initial discussions with a client, it is easy to begin envisioning the type, and maybe even the appearance of the building that we can imagine will meet their needs. It is wise though, to not become too invested in possible solutions until we have been informed of, or the owner has decided upon, the site upon which their building will be located. The site for the project will influence almost every other choice being made during design. There are multiple sources for restrictions which must be met by the design for use of the site. These will include requirements found in the owner-supplied program, siting concerns in the building codes, zoning regulations which must be followed, recorded restrictions constraining the use of some areas, societal concerns, recognition of the neighborhood and context in which the project must sit, nearby and past improvements, and designing in accordance with the local environment and the site’s microclimate. Deciding how to meet all those restrictions will quickly narrow our choices for the building design, down to those which are the most viable.
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Course Description
In initial discussions with a client, it is easy to begin envisioning the type, and maybe even the appearance of the building that we can imagine will meet their needs. It is wise though, to not become too invested in possible solutions until we have been informed of, or the owner has decided upon, the site upon which their building will be located. The site for the project will influence almost every other choice being made during design. There are multiple sources for restrictions which must be met by the design for use of the site. These will include requirements found in the owner-supplied program, siting concerns in the building codes, zoning regulations which must be followed, recorded restrictions constraining the use of some areas, societal concerns, recognition of the neighborhood and context in which the project must sit, nearby and past improvements, and designing in accordance with the local environment and the site’s microclimate. Deciding how to meet all those restrictions will quickly narrow our choices for the building design, down to those which are the most viable.
