live/work millvale
Capstone Studio Project // Spring 2023
PROJECT LOCATION: Millvale, PA
TOOLS USED: Revit, Enscape, Photoshop, inDesign, Illustrator
Live/Work Millvale seeks to support individuals in search of a dwelling that blends life and work, while holding space to keep both separate.
overview
Based on graduate thesis research, this project addresses the unique needs of individuals that work from home at least one day per week. Knitting into a robust Pennsylvania community, Live/Work Millvale is an urban infill model that addresses a new need for work-at-home spaces that support holistic well-being. Drawing on the German heritage of the existing structure, the adaptive reuse and new construction prototype explores the concept of gemütlichkeit, weaving social acceptance, good cheer, and warmth into design that is as resilient as the community around it.​​
project goals​
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Utilize flood-resilient construction methods and materials to prolong structure lifespans, demonstrating a commitment to the Millvale community
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Develop a live/work space that supports all modes of work, including focused, heads-down work, along with opportunities for collaboration and socialization (based on thesis research)
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Incorporate the idea of gemütlichkeit into the overall design concept, channeling the coziness and comfort of the past
