FIU Honors College Proposal
CARTA Downtown Proposal by Ed Seymour
The College of the Arts & Architecture (CARTA) Downtown proposal seeks to remedy the college’s need for a holistically integrated, state-of-the-art facility, prominently located within a major cultural hub in Miami. As well as, meet and exceed the specific needs of students in the disciplines of arts and architecture. The interweaving of education, architecture and surrounding urban context became catalyst for design by establishing their equal hierarchy throughout the volumes. Also, the balanced distribution of the program creates opportunistic pockets for social interaction within all levels. Furthermore, the monolithic volumes are carved by light-wells providing precious natural light to lower floors, creating a lively and energetic atmosphere for inhabitants in all levels. The urban settings posed several constraints, such as; a very narrow site, complex program, natural lighting requirements, and overactive urban sprawl. By capitalizing on the...
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