URBAN SPIRAL · “RAINBOW” For Children’s Day “CANDLE LIT” For Memorial Day “CHRISTMAS...
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Project Statement Concept The concept of “Urban Spiral” derives from the form of the landmark – two embracing spiral stairs, ascending to the sky, and rippling into surrounding communities and eco-corridors via swirls of paths. It is a confluence destination for people of all ages and abilities, locals and visitors. Site Plan The landmark is located at the original site of Children’s Carousel and Tot Lots & Playground of Arena Green West. Its tapered shape promotes a small footprint, minimizing the impact on the existing vegetation. Well integrated with existing segments, paths leading to the landmark are paved in a designed pattern with vivid color for better wayfinding purpose. A new bridge crossing Guadalupe River is proposed so as to create a direct connection between Arena Green west and the east. Architecture The landmark’s double helix structure comprises of approximately 800 steps for people to climb up to the sky deck and enjoy the existing and new horizons of San Jose and the valley from different heights, perspectives and outlook points. For universal design purposes, there are core elevators connecting exterior stairs at different levels via glass bridges. Glass material allows for sky light to penetrate its atrium, projecting a futuristic look – a symbol of the marvelous innovation and technology of San Jose. Site activation programs like café, souvenir shop, etc., are arranged at the B1 level, connecting to the ground level with ramps. The shell is furnished with Corten Steel, which not only elevates visual prominence but also facilitates easy maintenance. Net-Zero Energy Via computational design tools, zones of the shell receiving majority of the solar radiant during the year are mapped out. Solar panels are proposed to be embedded in these zones to maximize solar energy harvesting. As per initial assessment, the renewable energy generated from approximately 12,000 square feet of solar panels is meant to power its energy efficient LED lighting strips over the course of a year. Lighting At night, the landmark will become the most marvelous visual presence in San Jose. Embellished by an intelligent LED lighting system, it hosts splendid daily lighting shows as well as special shows on occasions such as New Year Eve. Dynamic patterns are created by a central server that controls each LED lighting strip in terms of color, luminance and time-clock. Up-lighting is avoided in the design for the purpose of respecting the sensitivity of the surrounding site. Gudalupe River / Los Gatos Greek Eco-Corridor Los Gatos Creek Arena Green West Confluence Point Downtown East Downtown West In Development San Jose Arena URBAN SPIRAL “Urban Spiral” Day View from Arena Green West Urban Spiral I-87 West Santa Clara Street North Autumn Street West Saint John Street San Jose Arena Confluence Point Urban Spiral Urban Spiral Downtown East Downtown West Wayfinding Path Wayfinding Path Wayfinding Path New Bridge Point of Interest Flow of People Waterbody Green Space Ongoing Projects Site Plan Urban Spiral Concept Diagram Aerial View from Southwest Los Gatos Creek Gudalupe River - a hub of communities - a visual of splendor - a symbol of innovation
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Project Statement
Concept The concept of “Urban Spiral” derives from the form of the landmark – two embracing spiral stairs, ascending to the sky, and rippling into surrounding communities and eco-corridors via swirls of paths. It is a confluence destination for people of all ages and abilities, locals and visitors.
Site Plan The landmark is located at the original site of Children’s Carousel and Tot Lots & Playground of Arena Green West. Its tapered shape promotes a small footprint, minimizing the impact on the existing vegetation. Well integrated with existing segments, paths leading to the landmark are paved in a designed pattern with vivid color for better wayfinding purpose. A new bridge crossing Guadalupe River is proposed so as to create a direct connection between Arena Green west and the east.
Architecture The landmark’s double helix structure comprises of approximately 800 steps for people to climb up to the sky deck and enjoy the existing and new horizons of San Jose and the valley from different heights, perspectives and outlook points. For universal design purposes, there are core elevators connecting exterior stairs at different levels via glass bridges. Glass material allows for sky light to penetrate its atrium, projecting a futuristic look – a symbol of the marvelous innovation and technology of San Jose. Site activation programs like café, souvenir shop, etc., are arranged at the B1 level, connecting to the ground level with ramps. The shell is furnished with Corten Steel, which not only elevates visual prominence but also facilitates easy maintenance.
Net-Zero EnergyVia computational design tools, zones of the shell receiving majority of the solar radiant during the year are mapped out. Solar panels are proposed to be embedded in these zones to maximize solar energy harvesting. As per initial assessment, the renewable energy generated from approximately 12,000 square feet of solar panels is meant to power its energy efficient LED lighting strips over the course of a year.
Lighting At night, the landmark will become the most marvelous visual presence in San Jose. Embellished by an intelligent LED lighting system, it hosts splendid daily lighting shows as well as special shows on occasions such as New Year Eve. Dynamic patterns are created by a central server that controls each LED lighting strip in terms of color, luminance and time-clock. Up-lighting is avoided in the design for the purpose of respecting the sensitivity of the surrounding site.
Gudalupe River /Los Gatos GreekEco-Corridor Los Gatos Creek
Arena Green West
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Downtown EastDowntown West In Development
San Jose Arena
URBAN SPIRAL
“Urban Spiral” Day View from Arena Green West
Urban Spiral
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West Santa Clara Street
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West Saint John Street
San Jose Arena
Confluence Point
Urban Spiral
Urban Spiral
Downtown East
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Wayfinding Path
Wayfinding Path Wayfinding Path
New Bridge
Point of InterestFlow of People
WaterbodyGreen SpaceOngoing Projects Site PlanUrban Spiral Concept Diagram
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- a hub of communities - a visual of splendor - a symbol of innovation
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3rd Floor Plan
Optimized Solar Energy Harvesting
East-West Urban Section 1/64”=1’-00”
Sun Light Hours Analysis Zones Receiving Majority of the Solar Radiant Over the Course of a Year (=> 6 Hours/Day)
Embedded Solar PanelsApprox. 12,000 sqft
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“HEARTBEAT”For Valentine’s Day
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“PINK RIBBONS”For International Women’s Day
“FOREST”For World Environment Day
“FIREWORKS”For New Year Eve
“RAINBOW”For Children’s Day
“CANDLE LIT”For Memorial Day
“CHRISTMAS TREE”For Christmas Day
“NATIONAL FLAG”For Independence Day
“GREEN SHAMROCK”For Saint Patrick’s Day
“Urban Spiral” Night View from Arena Green West Graphic Design of Event Lighting Shows
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