1. FLOW
AROUSAL
CONTROL
RELAXATION
ANXIETY
WORRY
BOREDOM
APATHY
SKILL SET
CHALLENGE
FLOW
AROUSAL
CONTROL
RELAXATION
ANXIETY
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BOREDOM
APATHY
WORRY
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GENOTYPIC
CONTROL
RUPTURE
STRUCTURE
ENVELOPE
WIDTH
PROFILE HEIGHT
PROFILE ANGLE
PROGRAM POINT
PROGRAM AREA
VERTICAL ELEMENT HEIGHT
VERTICAL ELEMENT WIDTH
VERTICAL ELEMENT THICKNESS
HORIZONTAL ELEMENT THICKNESS
HORIZONTAL ELEMENT WIDTH
HORIZONTAL ELEMENT LENGTH
MULLION HEIGHT
MULLION DEPTH
MULLION WIDTH
MULLION DENSITY
PHENOTYPIC
RESULT
HUMAN
EXPERIENCE
HUMAN
EXPERIENCE
HUMAN
EXPERIENCE
OPENESS
OVERWHELM
CANTILEVER
DISTANCE
SIZE
OVERWHELM
LIGHT
MASS
MASS
DISTANCE
SUBLIME
SCALE
SHADING
AESTHETICS
LIGHT
the rupturechanneling experiential flow with mass timber construction
the use of mass timber in high rise construction is in the midst of exponential growth. the limitless capabilities are
being realized; pre-fabrication, massive vertical and horizontal member loading and fiber stress abilities along with
a plentiful resource in the northwest region of the united states identifies mass timber as a sustainable choice of
designersandbuilders.understandingthetechnicalaspectsofthetimberlaminationandtheirconstructibilityhave
been of major focus throughout this research, which was led by instructors; todd beyreuther and darrin greichen
alongwithgroupmembers;dillongogarty,trevorgundersonandantonionorsworthy.followingresearch,aniterative
emergentsystemwasdevelopedinordertoapplyadesignapproachtothesiteofinterest,locatedonthewashignton
stateuniversitycampusinspokane,washington.thisemergentsystemwouldallowonetodefinegenotypiccontrols
which would be filtered through human experience and through an iterative process, reach a phenotypic result.
spokane, washington
the focus was to understand and apply education as a gateway to improving civic function. the approach was
to promote sustainable or ‘lifelong’ learning through experiential design applications. understanding how the
human is susceptible to learning was a critical aspect in order to make effective design decisions. research
led to the work of mihaly csikszentmihalyi and his concept of flow, or the ‘psychology of optimal experience’.
flow is understood as a sense of harmonyand union within ones surroundings; one being thoroughlyfocused on the
present;experiencingthefeelingofgrowingbeyondtheboundariesoftheego;leadingtothemostrapidstateoflearning.
understanding flow
a collaborative and integrated research studio with wsu
architecture and structural engineering undergraduates
IDX MASS TIMBER
image provided by structurlam wood products + altered by bryan dorsey: construction process of ubc’s new earth sciences building
image provided by rl miller photography + altered by bryan dorsey: spokane aerial expressing the disconnect between downtown and campus
selected path sub-divided into the five stages of flow
flow matrix realized, dissected and then applied to the chosen rupture path through site
developed mapping showing iterative process of genotypic controls which lead to a phenotypic result.
below: experiential perspective heading west on spokane falls boulevard
sketch of possible connections through site and spokane city zoning analysis

2. ANXIETY
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344.26
258.20
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architecturally applying the concept of flow required the development of path programs and the characteristics
for each program profile type. anxious profile was visualized best as the approach to the rupture; set back,
no through-way visible, busy and narrow in width creating an overwhelming sense. arousal would begin
to open up, teasing one of the functions going on within the rupture with reflecting light and a sense of the
depth. flow is the autoelic or self-motivating space; a clear sense of bustle and action, openness and warm
welcoming rays of light which penetrate the space. this space lends those who settle within to be vulnerable
and reflect between the city and campus. control begins to become rigid and expected; showcasing places
of higher education, business and retail. relaxation is the exit from the city onto campus, this space is
very bright and open, inviting those into the heart of the spokane campus and also back into the city.
profile application
through an iterative design process, a radiation analysis was conducted on the surface of the south-facing
facade between the equinox. radiation penetration was intentionally guided based on path and building
programmatic requirements, manipulable by adjusting the height and degree of angle of each profile applied to
the path programs. key entrances were targeted as places needing more radiation exposure, along with atrium/
skylight and office space. storefront glazing or mercantile displays were areas chosen for lower levels of direct
daylight. the analysis allowed for a responsive facade to be developed for the rupture path and perimeter glazing.
radiation analysis
identified profiles at primary and secondary spaces defined along the rupture path
range of primary profile angles which correlate to human experience of program and quality of light
realized profile heights and angles based on building program push-out, path program push-back and daylight requirements
realized vertical and horizontal clt panel structure pattern prior to program, space and structural requirement filtering render and analysis done by dillon gogarty and bryan dorsey: final iteration of radiation grid analyzed between the equinox on surface of west structure
sketch representing path programs, building programs and the movement between the different flow phases
below: perspective showing flow space within rupture
RELAXATION
CONTROL
FLOW
AROUSAL
anxiety
arousal
control
relaxation

3. abcdefghijk
LEVEL 1
1’-18’
LEVEL 2
18’-30’
LEVEL 3
30’-42’
LEVEL 4
42’-54’
LEVEL 5
54’-66’
LEVEL 6
66’-78’
LEVEL 7
78’-90’
LEVEL 8
90’-102’
LEVEL 9
102’-114’
LEVEL 10
114’-126’
LEVEL 11
126’-138’
LEVEL 12
138’-150’
LEVEL 13
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LEVEL 14
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RECREATION
SKY LOUNGE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
OFFICE
RESIDENTIAL LOBBY SHOP
CO-OP MARKET
MARKET
COMMUNITY
BALCONY
COMMUNITY
RECREATION
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construction documents were completed following the design development phase of
our research. researching and developing the various connections for clt panels and how
mechanical systems can be integrated with the use of mass timber was a focus. foundation
and pile types, wall assembly, clt vertical and horizontal structure, mullion systems and
shading systems were documented. innovative design solutions for shading, wall assemblies
and wall-to-floor connections were explored throughout research. the programs for both
structures include; commercial, assembly, business, office, market and residential spaces.
documentation
VERTICAL WIRE HANGER AND TIE
SUSPENDED CEILING
LIGHTSHELF
DRAIN
RIGID INSULATION 2”
COMPOSITE MOISTURE RETARDANT FIBERBOARD AND INSULATION
SLATE TILE FLOOR
CONCRETE FOUNDATION
EARTH
VERTICALLY REINFORCED GROUTED CMU
ALUMINUM BRACKET AND ANCHOR
PRESSED ALUMINUM BASED FLASHING
EXTRUDED ALUMINUM BASE CLAMP ANODIZED
TERRACOTTA TILE
EXTRUDED ALUMINUM T PROFILE
RIGID INSULATION 2”
SUNTREATED WOOD SHADING ELEMENT
EXTERIOR LIGHTING FIXTURE
CATWALK ASSEMBLY FOR HORIZONTAL LOAD STABILITY
DOUBLE LAYER LOW-IRON U-PROFILE GLASS UNIT WITH TRANSLUCENT INSULATION
SINGLE LAYER LAMINATED GLASS WALL SYSTEM
STEEL SUSPENSION ROD
HORIZONTAL CLT PANEL 12”
RIGID INSULATION
AIR SPACE
ground level plan
office level plan
residential level plan
residential enlarged plan
detail wall section
WOOD FLOORING 1/2”
COMFORT TRACK 3/8”
BASEBOARD
HORIZONTAL CLT PANEL 12”
VERTICAL WIRE HANGER AND TIE
STEEL L CONNECTION BRACKET
VERTICAL CLT PANEL 6”
HVAC SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL CONDUIT
SUSPENDED CEILING SYSTEM
STEEL CONNECTION PLATE
24ft
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studio
studio
3 bed
3 bed
2 bed
studio
studio
3 bed
3 bed
clt assembly detail
building section

4. rather than looking to a singular building for connecting dowtown spokane to the campus,
spaceandthethoughtfulapplicationofprogramssuccessfullyrupturedthevoidinconnectivity.
not only does the space within the rupture have a specific role for improving civic function
by supporting and promoting sustainable learning, it is surrounded by buildings of important
programmatic functions that will guide the growth of the campus and city. providing the
community with spaces to buy and sell local goods, conduct business, learn and reside
affordably; flow has been reached through the architectural application in building and space.
visualization
LEVEL 12
138’-150’
LEVEL 3
30’-42’
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LEVEL 1
1’-18’
LEVEL 2
18’-30’
LEVEL 3
30’-42’
LEVEL 4
42’-54’
LEVEL 5
54’-66’
LEVEL 6
66’-78’
LEVEL 7
78’-90’
LEVEL 8
90’-102’
LEVEL 9
102’-114’
LEVEL 10
114’-126’
LEVEL 11
126’-138’
LEVEL 12
138’-150’
LEVEL 13
150’-162’
LEVEL 14
162’-174’
LEVEL 15
174’-204’
a b c d e f g h i j k
LEVEL 1
1’-18’
LEVEL 2
18’-30’
LEVEL 3
30’-42’
LEVEL 4
42’-54’
LEVEL 5
54’-66’
LEVEL 6
66’-78’
LEVEL 7
78’-90’
LEVEL 8
90’-102’
LEVEL 9
102’-114’
LEVEL 10
114’-126’
LEVEL 11
126’-138’
LEVEL 12
138’-150’
LEVEL 13
150’-162’
LEVEL 14
162’-174’
LEVEL 15
174’-204’
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LEVEL 1
1’-18’
LEVEL 2
18’-30’
LEVEL 3
30’-42’
LEVEL 4
42’-54’
LEVEL 5
54’-66’
LEVEL 6
66’-78’
LEVEL 7
78’-90’
LEVEL 8
90’-102’
LEVEL 9
102’-114’
LEVEL 10
114’-126’
LEVEL 11
126’-138’
LEVEL 12
138’-150’
LEVEL 13
150’-162’
LEVEL 14
162’-174’
LEVEL 15
174’-204’
a b c
LEVEL 1
1’-18’
LEVEL 2
18’-30’
LEVEL 3
30’-42’
LEVEL 4
42’-54’
LEVEL 5
54’-66’
LEVEL 6
66’-78’
LEVEL 7
78’-90’
LEVEL 8
90’-102’
LEVEL 9
102’-114’
LEVEL 10
114’-126’
LEVEL 11
126’-138’
LEVEL 12
138’-150’
LEVEL 13
150’-162’
LEVEL 14
162’-174’
LEVEL 15
174’-204’
LEVEL1
1’-18’
LEVEL1
1’-18’
LEVEL 3
30’-42’
LEVEL 12
138’-150’ studio condo perspective
office perspective
co-op market perspective
north elevation
south elevation
west elevation
east elevation
experiential axonometric section highlighting structure, interior and exterior volume