Spaces by Ezra: Building Example 4

Project Overview

It has been a long time custom that people go to the theaters to both see and to be seen. As I approached the end of my studies, I took on the challenge of designing a theater.

The focus of my design falls primarily into the category of Theaters with a secondary attempt to provide spaces that allow media production for live TV shows and video recording studios. In essence the spaces within the building will not only be experienced first hand but also by means of modern technology.

Performing arts date back centuries, western performing arts start as as early as the Classical period, 6th century BC, ushered in by the poets like Sophocles and lead up today to play writers like Tyler Perry. These events create large gatherings for an audience to experience live entertainment.

Today it is still done, but technology has allowed us to reach the audience without the large gatherings. Both options are coveted. Feel Free to post any comments you may have.

Monday, February 7, 2011

Building Example 4

Columbia College Chicago Media Production Center Architects - Studio Gang Architects
Location - 1600 South Stare Street, Chicago, USA
Size - 36,000 Square feet

The project makes behind-the-scenes aspects of the film making process visible in order to use the building as a teaching tool. It also demonstrates technical achievement and sustainability.
-Unique contextual and programmatic solutions: Walls, roofs and floors are designed to reduce vibration for film studios from nearby elevated trains.
-Creative educational program solutions: The design enables students to see into teaching spaces to learn about all aspects of film making. The production program is sized to allow full class participation inside these typically small back-of-house spaces.