Facad(sch)ism

Facad(sch)ism represents a schism, or separation, between a building's elements and the facade articulation. In parametric design, facade patterning can be programmed to create pattern, or be further informed in a more intelligent manner by a buildings structural, programmatic, or formal logic.



This project proposes a large, multi-use urban complex at the heart of Vine St. in Cincinnati, Ohio. The site lies directly south of the Cincinnati Public Library Main Branch, on both sides of Vine between 7th and 8th Streets.

Program spaces includes extended library program, specifically additional space for digital and new media, and space for mixed-use public/private including residential, retail/commercial, educational, and gallery spaces.



The intent of the project is to create a continuous corridor of usage along Vine St. Currently, the site is occupied by surface parking lots.



The facade uses a blending script to create a fluid effect. As seen below the diameter of the openings fluctuate based on two sine functions which run at different frequencies with respect to the vertical and horizontal axes. When imposed on the over all building form it creates an ephemeral atmosphere.