The Maison Latapie precedent study explores the architectural intricacies of the house, with a focus on tectonics, layering, and intersections. Through drawing representations, the study illustrates the simplicity of design elements, such as solid-void juxtaposition and layering of materials. Maison Latapie's open design is exemplified by its ground-floor doors, creating a continuous space from front to back. The precedent study employs layering in a deliberate literal sense by using cutting planes to convey these spatial relationships and, at the same highlight the translucent sheeting used in the solarium. By capturing the essence of control and see-through quality, the precedent study attempts to understand the house's architectural characteristics and their impact on inhabitants.
Project Brief: A precedent study of Maison Latapie house
Site location: Floirac, France
Area: 185m2
Architects: Lacaton & Vassal Architects
Category: Undergraduate design studio III
Instructor: Shane Williamson
Project Brief: A precedent study of Maison Latapie house
Site location: Floirac, France
Area: 185m2
Architects: Lacaton & Vassal Architects
Category: Undergraduate design studio III
Instructor: Shane Williamson
Maison Latapie - Plans, Elevations, & Section
Precedent Drawing
Solid Void Study
Precedent Concept Render
Precedent Concept Render
Precedent Concept Render
Precedent Model 1:20
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