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“Adjacency is the most common type of spatial relation-ship. It allows each space to be clearly defined and to respond, each in its own way, to specific functional or symbolic requirements. The degree of visual and spa-tial continuity that occurs between two adjacent spaces depends on the nature of the plane that both separates and binds them together.”

Francis D.K. Ching

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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION...................................................................

STRUCTURAL PLANES...........................................................

BLOOR/GLADSTONE PUBLIC LIBRARY................................

LESLIE L. DAN PHARMACY BUILDING.................................

METAL SHUTTER HOUSES......................................................

TORI-TORI RESTAURANT.......................................................

NETLIFE RESEARCH...............................................................

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The following pages demonstrate an investigation of the various approaches to separating public and private spaces.

By studying spaces of various uses and functions, several different strategies and approaches have been gath-ered.

This investigation will assist in the design of a wellness facil-ity for recovering patients of disordered eating, by pro-viding a broader base of knowledge of the approaches of spatial seperation. In the type of facility in question, there is a need for public space, as well as private areas. However, interactions between users of the space must often be monitored, due to their fragile nature. Differ-ent degrees of enclosure have been evaluated in order to create a facility with an open, comfortable feeling of community, while still providing both privacy, and oppor-tunities for loosely monitored social space.

INTRODUCTION

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STRUCTURAL PLANES

Along the city streets, building facades are often defined by structural planes which protrude towards the sidewalk with added definition created from raised platforms and columns. These three elements, whether used individually or together, not only define an entrance, but also clearly state that that space belongs to the building, and that the sidewalks beyond are the “public” space. These strategies can easily be applied to interior space in order to create definition between areas, especially when separating public and private space.

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Examples from around Toronto

Below: Plane protruding with raised stair platformUpper Right: Plane protruding, supported & defined by heavy concrete columns.Lower right: Overhanging facade supported & defined by columns.

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APPLICATION

A Plane & platform projectedfrom wall B Plane projected from wall;

defined by columns

C Volume descended from above A Platform, defined by half-height wall

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BLOOR/GLADSTONE PUBLIC LIBRARYThe Bloor/Gladstone Library is a public space, where the ap-proach has been to create an open space for reading and studying. Various strategies are used in the library to separate areas to create spaces where a sense of privacy can be felt within the library. As a public space that must accommodate individuals as well as small groups, the space must allow for people to work or read in separated, more intimate areas.

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2ND FLOOR PLAN

CD

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A

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creating a small spaceto the side of a main area

glass wall creates semi-private space, with view

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book cases block view

book cases separate while maintaining view

enclosing a space with a desk

fully enclosed with wallsfor complete privacy

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LESLIE L. DAN PHARMACY BUILDINGThe Leslie L. Dan Pharmacy building is the University of Toronto Pharmacy Faculty building. The public areas of the building accomodate a cafe, and multiple spaces for study, as well as a lecture theatre. Designed by Norman Foster and Partners, this building creates new forms of spatial seperation, with a “blob” form suspended in the lobby, creating interesting con-nections between spaces.

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2ND FLOOR PLAN

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CD

3RD FLOOR PLAN

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glass wall creates separation from cafe to group study

Fully enclosed lecturetheatre in “blob”

Bridge separates “blob” study space from private study (C)

Glass enclosed group study keeps sound contained from open, single study area; views maintained

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METAL SHUTTER HOUSES

The Metal Shutter Houses is an 11 storey condo building in Manhattan’s West Chelsea district, designed by Japanese ar-chitect Shigeru Ban. The biggest feature of these condos is the way that every unit can fully close with metal shutters, offering protection from the elements, as well as added privacy. As our homes are where we are the most comfortable, and also a place where privacy is important, residential settings are ones where the separations between public and private areas has long been practiced, perfected and evolved.

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1 Terrace2 Living area3 Elevator4 Entrance5 Kitchen/dining area6 Bathroom7 Bedroom8 Library9 Office10 Master bedroom11 Master bathroom

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In this residence, a hierarchy in the levels of privacy can be seen by the locations of the rooms and spaces. The more public areas are situated where one would enter the apart-ment, and as one moves further from the entrance, the more private the spaces.

1ST FLOOR PLAN 2ND FLOOR PLAN

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The use of stairs and a second level add further privacy to the bedroom areas of the apart-ment. The more public spaces are on the main level where one would enter, but only by climbing the stairs to the second level could one reach the bedrooms. Stairs can often be used to invite people into a space, but in an instance such as this, where the stair is tucked away, it sends a message that whatever lies above may be private.

Fully open Semi-private Fully privateA B C

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TORI-TORI RESTAURANT

Tori-Tori restaurant is located in Planco, Mexico and was de-signed by Rojkind Arquitectos and Esrawe Studio. The facade of the restaurant is a standout steel CNC cut wave-like pattern lit in blue. In restaurants, furniture plays a big part in creating privacy, as people come here to dine among others, yet they sit and engage in conversation with their exclusive group. A certain level of privacy must be maintained from one group to the next, while still keeping a relatively good connection, as people often dine in restaurants to be in a public setting.

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1ST FLOOR PLAN

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C

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Tea room: Low tables pushed against walls. The wall makes the space at the table feel more intimate. The dramatical-ly lowered ceiling also creates a more comfortable feeling in the otherwise vast space. Tables are well spaced and made for small, intimate groups.

Dining room: Very open space, but tables are well spaces and all near walls to allow a relative feeling of privacy to all parties.

Bar/lounge: defined by long sofas, but otherwise loose ar-rangement accommodates groups and mingling. Less struc-tured arrangement created a more social, open environment.

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NETLIFE RESEARCH

Netlife Research is a web and app design company with it’s headquarter in Oslo, designed by Eriksen Sajaa Architects. The office is designed with an open concept which encourages meetings and creativity. However, areas for quiet and privacy are equally important to the employees. Several different ap-proaches have been used to define and separate the various areas throughout the office.

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AB

CD

AMeeting rooms; fully enclosed on 2 sides (one wall and one light wall), closed with views & sense of openness maintained on two sides with glass walls. Recessed LED light strips along top and bottom to accentuate & define space further. Light wall draws further attention to space; although they are enclosed, this is more for sound and partial privacy. With low ceilings, the wall provides opportu-nity for a lighter feel. Lighting strategies draws the eye to the spaces, lending to their social purpose.

FLOOR PLAN

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BThe monastery was created as a quiet space within the otherwise social office. It is enclosed structure with walls, and windows offer views out to the rest of the of-fice space. Placing an entire structure within a space is a very strong approach to defining and separating a specific area for a certain function or activity. Private work surfaces are places in enclosed areas throughout the structure.(above left)

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CWindows down a quiet corridor are framed with boxes which can be used as reading areas. This provides an intimate space within a public area, providing a unique level of privacy.

DIn an open area of the office, a lounge space is created. An arrangement of columns provides a sense of enclosure and definition to the space, but it is open enough to feel like an inviting public area.

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SOURCES

LESLIE L. DAN PHARMACY BUILDING

FLOORPLAN http://en.urbarama.com/project/leslie-l-dan-pharmacy-building

METAL SHUTTER HOUSES

IMAGES http://www.dezeen.com/2011/07/27/metal-shutter-houses-by-shigeru-ban-architects-and-dean-maltz-architect/

FLOORPLAN McKeough, T. (2012, Jan/Feb). Full-frontal exposure. Azure Magazine, 213(Jan/Feb), 80-84.

TORI-TORI RESTAURANT

IMAGES h t tp : / /www.des ignboom.com/web log/cat/9/view/17762/rojkind-arquitectos-tori-tori-restaurant-now-complete.html

FLOORPLAN http://www.archdaily.com/187115/tori-tori-restaurant-roj-kind-arquitectos-esrawe-studio-2/second-floor-plan-285/

NETLIFE RESEARCH

FLOORPLAN/IMAGES http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/9/view/18805/eriksen-skajaa-architects-netlife-research-office.html

IMAGES http://afflante.com/1335-netlife-research-office-eriksen-skajaa-architects/

Lise HyattExperimental InvestigationBINT 400-02 Zaiba MianNovember 5, 2012