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Connecticut College, Studio Course 241, Fall 2022

This studio project was centered around designing a house for a Visiting Professor on Connecticut College’s Chapel Green. 

With the desire to create a natural and harmonious residence, I played with form through the reworking of natural materials. Through my exploration, I found inspiration in the fluidity of a crochet knot. This organic inspiration guided the floor plan, reflecting the gentle curves and harmony of the knot.

Located in an open green area with limited privacy, I addressed this challenge by incorporating varying clerestory windows on the more public-facing side. This strategic design choice simultaneously maintains privacy and abundant natural light. To complement the environment, I chose wood paneling for the exterior, weaving the house into the surrounding Chapel Green. The result is a thoughtfully crafted environment that balances privacy, light, and natural integration, while providing a welcoming and transitional space for visiting academics.