This document discusses several neighborhoods and projects in Denver, Colorado. It focuses on Capitol Hill as Denver's most populated neighborhood, known for its mansions, multifamily homes, and popularity among hipsters. It also mentions the Framework Denver project planned for Sloan's Lake, which will have a larger scale, hierarchical design with setbacks and minimal materials. The document provides renderings and discusses design elements like continuity, street presence, entryways, and ensuring the design relates well to the neighborhood context.
32. Interesting
Facts
• Denver’s most populated
neighborhood
• From mansions to
multifamily after the Silver
Crash of 1893
• Foursquare architecture
• Hipsters LOVE it!
79. Street Presence
• Larger scale – half block
• Hierarchy
• “Frame Work” design throughout project
• Setbacks appropriate to adjacencies
• Cohesive use of minimal materials
• Project identity
80. Street Presence
• Larger scale – half block
• Hierarchy
• “Frame Work” design throughout project
• Setbacks appropriate to adjacencies
• Cohesive use of minimal materials
• Project identity
81. Street Presence
• Larger scale – half block
• Hierarchy
• “Frame Work” design throughout project
• Setbacks appropriate to adjacencies
• Cohesive use of minimal materials
• Project identity
82. Street Presence
• Larger scale – half block
• Hierarchy
• “Frame Work” design throughout project
• Setbacks appropriate to adjacencies
• Cohesive use of minimal materials
• Project identity
83. Street Presence
• Larger scale – half block
• Hierarchy
• “Frame Work” design throughout project
• Setbacks appropriate to adjacencies
• Cohesive use of minimal materials
• Project identity
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84. Street Presence
• Larger scale – half block
• Hierarchy
• “Frame Work” design throughout project
• Setbacks appropriate to adjacencies
• Cohesive use of minimal materials
• Project identity
85. Continuity of Design
• Sense of place
• Four Sided Architecture
• Thoughtful material transitions
86. • Simple lines and materials
• Relate well with internal functions
• Color Composition
• Complementary Colors
• Materials are true to themselves
• Will change through time well
• Variation of Texture
• Order of stylistic cues
87. • Height
• Breakdown of elevation changes
• Draws focus to entry
• Rhythm established through form
• Vertical vs. Horizontal
• Procession of entry deliberate
88. • Honesty of Design
• Form vs. Function
• Repetition and pattern
• Ways to Improve
• Detailing of Wood Slats
• Quality of Materials
• Sense of Entry
• Neighborhood Context
89. • JAIL???
• ENTRY TO SCHOOL???
• BACK DOOR???
• PANIC ROOM???
• Front Door
• Change of Material
• No procession or Arrival