The Ginkgo Shell

Author(s) Information

Mark Luzi, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis ObispoFollow
Karla Santos, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis ObispoFollow
Josh Cannon, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis ObispoFollow
Erika Davis, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis ObispoFollow
Nora Villanueva, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis ObispoFollow

Department - Author 1

Architectural Engineering Department

Degree Name - Author 1

BS in Architectural Engineering

Date

6-2017

Primary Advisor

Ed Saliklis, Ansgar Killing

Abstract/Summary

The overall concept for this outdoor concrete shell structure, located in Furstliche Park in Inzigkofen, Germany, is derived from an abstracted ginkgo leaf. Drawing on inspiration from a poem about the two parts of the ginkgo leaf becoming one, we took the approach of combining both the natural and built environment into one cohesive piece. To connect the two, it was imperative that we place the shell on the site as to have the smallest impact. With a small portion of the overall site used, the unoccupied space further enhances the natural environment. Creating a literal design connection between the land and water, one of the four allowed legs falls within the Danube River.

URL: https://digitalcommons.calpoly.edu/arcesp/36