This semester, we were to study the structural components of a high-rise building (15 stories or greater) of our choice. Within the building we chose, we were to decide on and design at least 3 systems.
My building of choice was the beautiful Lake Point Tower, located at 505 N. Lake Shore Drive in Chicago. The aspects that initially drew me to this building- the unique shape, curved walls, and panoramic windows- turned out to be the most challenging features in creating my design within this space.
I decided to design the following 3 systems:
- Lobby with a mezzanine cafe (utilizing levels 1 & 2)
- Condominiums (levels 4-67)
- Restaurant/Bar (level 68)
Throughout the semester we did smaller exercises and assignments that worked to mold our overall concept while teaching us about details of design such as circulation patterns, lighting, HVAC systems, and the structural makeup of a high-rise building.
Lake Point Tower was built in 1968, which inspired me to give a nod to 60s fashion and trends in my interior design. The color combination and geometric patterns of Emilio Pucci's classic prints were a sort of jump-off point for my inspiration, and my design evolved from there.
Below are the plans (created in AutoCAD) and a majority of the renderings (created in 3D Studio Max) that were a part of my final presentation:
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