Spatial Design – 1st Year

WEEK 1 – 15/07/19

Bathing routine study

When bathing I run the bath with boiling hot water until it is half filled, then I fill the rest of the bath with cold water until the temperature is ideal to bathe in. I lay my warm pajamas and towel next to the bath ready to freshly dress in after having bathed.

Due to experiencing anxiety and stress, I commonly light candles for atmosphere and a calming scent to relax.

19/07/19 – Bath house history research

Public baths originated from a communal need for cleanliness at a time when most people did not have access to private bathing facilities. The term “public” is not completely accurate, as some types of public baths are restricted depending on membership, gender, religious affiliation, or other reasons. As societies have changed, the need for public baths has reduced: dwellings now have their own private bathroom. Public baths have also become incorporated into the social system as meeting places. As the title suggests, public bathing does not refer only to bathing. In ancient times public bathing included saunas, massages and relaxation therapies, comparable to today’s spas.

New Zealand

A history of the Tepid Baths provides a unique insight into the social patterns of early Auckland as it developed and grew, and the changing needs and expectations of its citizens. Bathing facilities were popular from the beginning, and one of the first such facilities was built in 1860. It was very primitive, being little more than a wooden fence which enclosed a piece of shoreline off Smale’s point just west of Queen Street. It was privately run and only able to be used when the tide was in.

The emphasis of public baths in the late 1800s and early 1900s was on hygiene as much as on recreation, as many people did not have baths in their homes. Two bathing facilities which predated the Tepid Baths were the 1881 Salt-Water Baths on the corner of Customs Street West and Hardinge Street, and an 1885 fresh-water facility on the corner of Albert and Cook Streets, both built by the Auckland City Council. They were very popular but by the early 1900s they were losing patronage and were regarded as unhygienic and inadequate. The provision of bathing facilities had become an expected part of the Council’s services by the turn of the century. Between 1906 and 1911 the Auckland City Council considered a number of projects for public baths in the city. Among these was a proposal for indoor baths in Patterson Street (now Victoria Street West), using heated salt water from the Electric Tramways power station. The Electric Tramways were at the time using sea water to cool their plant.

Ancient Greece

Bathtub from the Nestor Palace in Pylos, 1300 BC, Courtesy of Wiki Commons & Alun Salt

The Greeks on the mainland appreciated the healing properties of the water too. The ancient Greeks early figured they could profit from the water. The first bathing types of equipment were constructed near natural hot springs. Later, around the 6th century BC, they started to build bathhouses in their cities. Bathing facilities were usually placed next to the palaestra and the gymnasium where people exercised different sports and games. They were positioned in an open space and represented elevated basins operating with cold water. Many vase paintings show that apart of various pools, the Greeks used other appliances, like a kind of showers and feet baths. Bathing with warm and cold water were equally applied by Greeks. According to the Homeric Epos, Greek used cold water first and then hot; in contrast with the Romans who usually did the other way around — first hot and later cold water.

Indonesia

Traditionally in Indonesia, bathing is almost always “public”, in the sense that people might converge in riverbanks, pools or watersprings either for bathing or washing laundry. However, for modesty purposes, some sections of riverbanks apply sex segregation. Bathing completely naked is quite uncommon, as people might still use kain jarik (usually batik clothes or sarong) wrapped around their body to cover their genitals during bathing. More modest bathing springs might use weaved bamboo partitions for privacy. This is still common practice in villages and rural areas in Indonesia. The 8th-century complex of Ratu Boko contains a petirtaan or bathing pools structure enclosed within walled compound. This suggests that other than bathing in riverbanks or springs, people of ancient Java of Medang Kingdom developed a bathing pool, although it was not actually “public”, since the pool was believed to be reserved for royalties or people residing in this compound.

Japan

Sentō are public bathhouses that customers pay to use. Public bathhouses have long been popular in Japan, for reasons of community as much as hygiene. The earliest records date back hundreds of years.A reference in Japan’s oldest collection of stories Konjaku monogatari (trans. Tales of Times Now Past) written from the end of the eleventh to the twelfth centuries indicates that there were sentō in Kyoto during the Heian period (794–1185). The appearance of the word yusen, meaning the fee paid to use a bath, in documents from the Kamakura period (1185–1333) suggests that public baths had been established by this time.From early times large Buddhist temples would build structures within their precincts where local people could take steam baths for free. The goal of these bathhouses was as much about cleanliness as spreading Buddhism.

Ottoman Empire

The steam bath in Ottoman times had three basic functions: a place for social gathering; ritual cleansing connected to the Muslim faith, which required spiritual and physical cleanliness; and an architectural witness to the sultan’s greatness, power and wealth. Originally, the use of the hamam was restricted to men, but that has since changed. In Ottoman times, each harem would have its own hamam, for women’s use only. In modern times, men and women are now both allowed in the same hamam, although they bathe in separate rooms. Smaller hamams have ladies’ days.Particularly during the Ottoman Empire, hamams were a place for socializing. The bath was open from sunrise to sunset and frequented not only for washing but also for use of the barber, exchange of gossip and news, and even business meetings. In the ladies’ section, women could investigate the physical and social qualities of prospective daughters-in-law, enjoy music and entertainment, and indulge in sweets.A hamam consists of three separate rooms: the warm room, the hot room and the cooling-off room. Visitors to hamams are received by a bath attendant who gives them a cotton wrap, special wooden clogs, which prevented slipping on the wet floor, and a rough mitt for massaging. Today’s practices are much the same as in days of yore.After divesting themselves of their clothes and putting on the wrap and clogs, the bathers enter the warm room. It is heated by a constant flow of hot, dry air, instigating relaxation and perspiration. After “warming up,” they proceed to an even hotter room before entering the steam and massage area. Bathers lie down on marble slabs and, with the help of a masseuse, wash down vigorously, scrubbing with the mitt and abundant soap while at the same time receiving a reviving massage. Hot or cold water, according to the bather’s taste, is used to wash away the suds and residue. After being cleaned and massaged, the bather retires to the cooling room. Here he or she relaxes from the exertions of the massage and allows the stress-relieving benefits of the treatment to take full effect. The most socializing takes place in this room as the bathers canrelax and chat together.

Roman Empire

This picture is of one of the oldest surviving Roman bath houses – the bathhouse in Bath, near Bristol in the United Kingdom

The Romans were concerned about health and cleanliness. A network of pipes brought clean water into the city of Rome and removed waste.The public bath house was the place where people went to socialise and do business as well as getting clean. The picture, above, shows an artists impression of how a Roman bathhouse may have looked. There is classical columns and arches, mosaic floor and ceiling in the area. The large spacious entrance or meeting area is a place where visitors can walk and talk or sit on seats around two large fountains. The public baths can be seen in the background through the feature arches. There was a range of temperature options for the baths, hot, warm and cold which was heated by boiler over a fire. The bath house consisted of segregated baths, men and women used separate bath houses for privacy and modesty. The service and hospitality at the baths included refreshments available to purchase, an option to lift weights, massages given by slaves, oil available to use for washing and sticks called strigils used to scrape dirt off the body.

WEEK 2 – 23/07/19

Favourite bathing experience – Kaiate Falls, Kaiate Falls Road, Waitao

Senses: Sight – Beautiful greenery complimenting the still, calm water as it flows down the stream. Unorganized moss lined the rocks, no one else in sight. Feelings – Calmed by the stress releaving quality of natures music, body temperature cooled down in Summer by the coolness of the fall. All alone and away from all urban rush. Noise – Soft dripping water drops complimented with beautiful Tui songs and leaves rusting in the wind. Smell -Fresh native plants, pollen. Fresh water and damp soil lining the rock side

26/07/19 – Photoshop

Photograph to stick against the 1:100 model.

Photo-shopped 2 photographs on Adobe Photoshop. The tools I used was the Clone stamp, the brightness, colour balance, dodge, magnetic lasso selection and skew. I used these tools to attempt a clean balanced look.

WEEK 3 – 29/07/19

Inspiration photographs and artists

Yukyo No Hibiki Yusai

A therapeutic inn where you can get away from urban bustle and experience the best hot springs have to offer to your heart’s content.
This resort-style Japanese inn reopened in August 2000 after an elegant renovation. In addition to the “Yawaragi no Yuba” bathing facility, which can also be used with a bathing ticket, there is another bathing area called “Mahoroba no Yuba” exclusively for guests, and separate baths which can be reserved for individual use are also available. Enjoy a relaxing and luxurious experience that’s a departure from your daily life. – retrieved from: https://www.jalan.net/en/japan_hotels_ryokan/Ryokan/Kumamoto_Ryokan/Kurokawa_Tsuetate_Ryokan/Kurokawa_Oda_Tanohara_Manganji_Ryokan/yukyo_no_hibiki_yusai/

Higashiyama onsen hot spring

(2016) JAPAN SHOWCASE: A guide to Japan’s prefectures and major cities. retrieved from: http://showcase.japantimes.co.jp/tokyo/news/?key=tokyo1

Gyokushoen Arai. Location: in Toi Onsen of Izu peninsula in Shizuoka Prefecture Categor

Retrieved from: https://www.pinterest.nz/pin/485896247292514643/

Personal bathing experience

01/08/19 – Site Analysis

Original building material

Volcanic rocks from the land to form a volcanic rock wall. Thick white wooden framed windows. Painted Concrete blocks to form a compact retaining wall.

Sun light

Large towers blocking the natural midday sunlight from the North and East

Natural Sunlight map, Natural light is more available as the building is north facing.

Birds eye view of the site (in green) and the surrounding buildings. I have decided that my pocket forest would be of a short height due to maximize light entering surrounding buildings and the bath house itself.

Site Map:

02/08/19 – Context model

Due to being a detail orientated person, I wanted to show the importance of the differing heights of the surrounding buildings. With the help of another group member, I cut and measured all 6 sides of the complex shape of the building and built the building using recycled cardboard. The importance of being environmentally friendly, despite the awful task of slicing through the dense material, resulted in us to persevere.

With much difficulty, I measured the building that we just made and using the scale on word, I sized the photograph accordingly and it fit perfectly. The context building was made to be permanent however the apartment building itself was made to completely detach due to the desire to displayed the birds eye view in context with the forest.

WEEK 4 – 05/08/19

Permeability ideas

Due to still wanting to include a water feature in amongst the forest area in the original courtyard, permeable materials become a necessity.

Rain water from the surrounding roofs and soaked up by the pipes will refill the water from the cycle.

First Design Drafts

Section:

North to South view of the originally bath house design.

Plan:

07/08/19 – First model draft

My initial plan was to create a layout which had a smooth flow, with placing the equipment and storage cupboard on the far side due to only having to be accessed infrequently by staff, results in a smooth transaction from pool/bath to pool/bath. I initialed began with an idea to place four separate bathroom with a smooth hall way between the pairs.

My next model had a similar layout. I created the large pool as the first pool to see as you walk in as it is not such a private pool. I desired for the larger bath to be as large as it could without the pillars/columns interrupting the outward view. Due to needing walk ways, I decreased the size of the bathrooms in order for the guests to be able to walk around the pool.

09/08/19 -Mount Hot Pools, Personal spa experience

Attending the bathing experience with my family at the Mount Hot pools has always been a tradition when visiting Mt Maunganui. I have such early experiences of laughing with my cousins while we whizz down the children’s slide again and again. Everything seemed so large and exciting when being the age of 6 years old. Clinging on to my mum, as my swimming abilities weren’t the strongest, annoying all the adults as I splash past them from on side of the large pool to the other.

Returning to the hot pools while actively being aware of every detail was an unusual experience. I noticed since the children’s pool was a distance away from the large adults pool that the parents tend to keep their noisy children with them, (Not creating a relaxing atmosphere.) As most parents attended the pools with friends, unwilling to leave a great conversation to supervise their young ones.

I noticed that, although the hot pools neighbour amazing views on either side, thick heavy walls separated the guests from experiencing and appreciating these lovely natural resources, creating less of a luxurious bathing experience because instead of the view, my eye was drawn to the crowds of sweaty, noisy people fighting over seating.

Although several hundreds of people flooded the Mount Hot Pools on the Saturday evening, at one time there only was approximately 5 people filling the women’s bathrooms. With this knowledge, being the mathematical thinker I am, I worked out that since there was approximately 5 people in the female bathroom, there would be a maximum of 5 people also in the male bathroom – resulting in a 1:25 person using a bathroom: total pool guests.

Bathroom quantity usage research

I visited http://www.building.govt.nz/building-code-compliance/g-services-and-facilities/g1-personal-hygiene/calculator-for-toilet-pan/toilet-calculator/ to then calculate how many bathrooms will be necessary to accommodate 15 people.

Resulting in only legally needing either: 1 unisex facilities or 1 female and male facilities.

Bathroom design

As a very private person, who detests changing in-front of others, feeling anxious when going toilet in a cubicle due to having strangers hearing a very private action, and worried about the judgement which comes from females applying makeup, my idea for my design was to cater to all peoples needs. I decided to design 2 separate bathrooms complete with a changing bench, shower, basin with surface area, mirror, toilet and a changing table. This bathroom can act as a family changing room, a luxurious individuals bathroom or a place for a group of friends to use together that are all comfortable.

10/08/19 – Model experiment

After researching about bathroom regulations, I realized I no longer needed to have 4 separate bathrooms but I only needed 1, as to create a seemingly symmetrical layout, I maintained the hall which separates 2 bathrooms from each-other. I used the compulsory columns to divide the space and create an illusion of different areas/rooms.

Inspired by Japanese Onsen baths, I created the large pool to become an infinity pool and waterfall off the edge on to the impermeable ground area and to create the water drop sounds which cause relaxation. The infinity pool as extruding into the forest, form a connection between the forest and the pools interior.

From top to bottom:
Storage/equipment room : used for storing pool machinery, and chemicals.
Lounge: a private 1m down couch with stairs leading down. Privacy is key. Looking straight out at floor height of the forest.
Spas: with a higher temperature, the private spas are connected to the children’s pool with glass to separate. This is to accommodate the mothers who both want to stay in conversation with their friends and remain supervising
Childrens pool: the temperature is at a lower degree and is a depth of only 35cm. The childrens pool is attached to the larger pool for the same reason as the spas.
Large Pool: at a lower temperature, as steps down into the pool, used for those who need assistance. The steps can also be used for sitting on. Their is a longer step near the childrens pool in order for the parents to comfortably be able to stand and watch their child.
Bathrooms: There is 2 open concept pools which have a subtle LED strip to let the guests know when filled. At all times the bathroom is 1m wide to allow wheelchair accessibility.
Laundry: Due to loving having a warm towel waiting, (creating a very luxurious atmosphere), the laundry is an onsite place to easily wash a new lot of towel, and to keep mops etc.
Entrance: In the entrance you are able to grab a warm towel and luxe basket to keep your clothes in (they slide into a shelf, with a lock.)

WEEK 5 -14/08/19

Pocket forest creation

Having the desire for the infinity pool to tower over forest by 1.70m, I created the pocket forest to be placed further into the ground. I have created a contour, using recycled cardboard, so that there will be a natural waterfall created from the neighbouring roofs due to rain water. The surface was created by lathering glue onto the card and laying in into the natural dirt of the forest walk way of Hillsborough Bay. The natural surface is genuine to New Zealand Forests. To prevent snapping off healthy branches, I used old branches which had already broken off and laying on the ground. Benefiting myself, the older branches have the natural layer of moss and peeling bark which creates a natural look.

I found a collection of =/>1cm rocks to represent natural local volcanic and rocks which build to form waterfalls. I created 1cm silver ferns which represents our forests well.

WEEK 6 – 19/08/19

Although having to include a forest experience in my design, I have purposely chosen smaller native trees to include in the pocket forest to let in the maximum amount of sunlight into the above apartments.

I have left a slight opening in the forest for the infinity pool to slot into. There will be a sense of continuity from the infinity pool dropping down meeting the end of the natural creek like feature. The Layout of the trees consists of the shorter trees closest to the building and the the slightly larger trees further away in order for the light to be able to access the apartments.

Due to the walls being made from glass, the trees act as a natural privacy wall.

Interior views from inside the model looking out show the beautiful views which are maximized by the large windows.

21/08/19

Bath house designers:

Peter Zumthor

Peter Zumthor is an acclaimed swiss architect whose work is frequently described as uncompromising and minimalist. though managing a relatively small firm, he is the winner of the 2009 pritzker prize and 2013 RIBA royal gold medal. Zumthor was born in Basel, Switzerland. His father was a cabinet-maker, which exposed him to design from an early age and he later became an apprentice for a carpenter in 1958. He studied at the Kunstgewerbeschule (arts and crafts school) in his native city starting in 1963.

Atmospheres is a poetics of architecture and a window into Zumthor’s personal sources of inspiration. In nine short, illustrated chapters framed as a process of self-observation, Zumthor describes what he has on his mind as he sets about creating the atmosphere of his houses: Images of spaces and buildings that affect him are every bit as important as particular pieces of music or books that inspire him.

From the composition and “presence” of the materials to the handling of proportions and the effect of light, this poetics of architecture enables the reader to recapitulate what really matters in the process of house design. In conclusion, Peter Zumthor has described what really constitutes an architectural atmosphere as “this singular density and mood, this feeling of presence, well-being, harmony, beauty…under whose spell I experience what I otherwise would not experience in precisely this way.”

Zumthor Therme in Vals

22/08/19

Material

Repurposed Herring bone timber

In the entrance, the far wall is seen as noted above.

Re-purposed Timber

On the wall of the Storage cupboard/room, the entire wall will be made of a herringbone pattern made from natural timber. Made from a NZ hard oak darkened. This timber is sourced from a school with generational importance in my home town of Ohaupo. The timber therefore can be re-purposed. Due to the flow and openness, this is the feature piece which will be seen all the way from the entrance. There is a continuity, due to using this New Zealand timber, which connects to the forest outside, creating a relationship between the two spaces making them one.

Flooring stone

Different stones and product name

Due to a wanting a luxurious experience, natural stone is ideal for the flooring as I will be able to put in underfloor heating. The darker flooring will emphasis the light which is coming from the large windows.

Camden Trellis Wallpaper Cream Gold

This wall paper from Grahambrown is a specially designed hard wearing wall paper which is scrubbable and tough and still enhances a luxurious yet modern with the gold and cream tones ties in to the bathroom with the metallic colour

23/08/19

Te Aranga guidelines

Kaitiakitanga: managing and conserving the environment as part of a reciprocal relationship, based on the Māori world view that we as humans are part of the natural world. Being able to act as a guardians and steward.

Rangatiratanga – Chieftainship, right to exercise authority, chiefly autonomy, chiefly authority, ownership, leadership of a social group, domain of the rangatira, noble birth, attributes of a chief. The right to exercise authority and self determination within ones own iwi / hapū realm

Mauritanga – maintaining life forces, special nature, a material symbol of a life principle, source of emotions – the essential quality and vitality of a being or entity. Also used for a physical object, individual, ecosystem or social group in which this essence is located. Maintaining the life force to ensure the Environment is protected, maintained or revitalised Environmental health is protected, maintained

Manaakitanga – Hospitality, kindness, generosity, support – the process of showing respect, generosity and care for others. The ethic of holistic hospitality whereby mana whenua have inherited obligations to be the best hosts they can be

Wairuatanga – Enhancing a spiritual connection with the surrounding environment. The immutable spiritual connection between people and their environments

Kotahitanga – Creating unity, togetherness, cohesion and collaboration.

Whanaungatanga – Creating a relationship, kinship, sense of family connection – a relationship through shared experiences and working together which provides people with a sense of belonging. A relationship through shared experiences and working together which provides people with a sense of belonging

Matauranga– Being able to use knowledge, wisdom, understanding and skill. Māori / mana whenua knowledge and understanding

Environmental health is protected, maintained and enhanced: The development of the site are considered on the basis of protecting, maintaining or enhancing Mauri. Water, energy and material resources are conserved.
Community well-being is enhanced as the design is opoen and creates a “flow.” The design, due to being hospitable, enhances employment and ahi kā relationships as maintenance. Planting of appropriate indigenous flora in public places, strategies to encourage native planting in private spaces. Selection of plant and tree species as seasonal markers and attractors of native bird life. Access to natural resources (weaving species, mahinga kai, waterways, etc) facilitates, maintains and enhances mana whenua ahi kā and kaitiakitanga
Day-lighting, restoration and planting of waterways,
Rainwater collection systems, grey-water recycling systems and passive solar design opportunities are explored in the design process.
Hard landscape and building materials which are locally sourced and of high cultural value to mana whenua are explored in the design.

Design Abstract –

Hidden from the life of university students, yet enhancing the mental health due to the flourishing greenery available to view, in the once empty space. Many cultures, ages, personalities and experiences this benefit. Privacy division careful constructed by the beautiful trees. A togetherness with nature while extruding into the space in the large bath, breathing in fresh air and relaxed by the trickling sound. The natural timber and stone of the interior forms a relationship with the nature of outside. Community well-being is enhanced as the design is an open concept and creates a “flow,” and connection between everyone.

WEEK 7 – 26/08/19

Pepeha –

Auckland History –

The 1908 Auckland city plan of the area which AUT now is located.

Auckland isthmus with its extinct volcanoes, 1859

The isthmus of Auckland with its extinct volcanoes by Dr Ferdinand von Hochstetter, 1859. Sir George Grey Special Collections, Auckland Libraries, NZ Map 5694b

Map of the Country between Auckland and the River Waikato, New Zealand, Illustrating the War with the Natives from 1863 .

Waihorotiu Stream also called the ‘Queen Street River’, is a stream that ran down the Queen Street gully in the Auckland CBD, New Zealand, into the Waitemata Harbour. It has long since been covered over and put underground by the urbanisation of the area.

The natural rain waterfall element to my design reflects the original river which run in Auckland around the area of the site.

27/08/19

Pocket forest plant choices

Silver-fern or ponga

This fern is known to grow to heights of 10 meters. The scales are a dark brown and are often twisted and glossy. The silver fern has been used as a symbol for New Zealand. The leaves of ferns are called fronds and when they are young they are tightly coiled into a tight spiral. This shape, called a ‘koru’ in Māori, is a popular motif in many New Zealand designs.

Golden tree fern, whekī-ponga or kuripaka

Species of medium-sized tree fern native to New Zealand. It can reach a height of 6 meters (20 ft). It requires winter protection in any area that is subject to winter frosts. It has gained the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit.

Rautini or Chatham Island Christmas tree

A large tree daisy that grows up to 8 m tall. Its leaves grows up to 12 cm long and are clad in downy hairs, giving the whole plant a silvery hue. The brilliant yellow flowers can be seen in summer, while seeds mature in autumn. This spectacular tree daisy is found in forests, shrubland and drier swamps. It often occurs on stream sides or near ridge crests.

Endangered species – the coastal cress.

The coastal cress is one of New Zealand’s lesser-known endangered species, but there is considerable concern about the decline of this plant. Coastal cresses are very distinctive looking plants, though the distinguishing features vary from species to species. Cresses are herb-like plants with stout roots and very small flowers. They range from small, rosette forming plants, through procumbent and prostrate plants, to tall upright plants that are known to grow up to 1m high. The fruits in Lepidiumare short, broad, and flat, while those in Rorippa are long, narrow, and rounded.

Fresh water Algae

Algae are simple, aquatic, plant-like organisms that do not have true roots, stems and leaves. Many are single-celled so can only be seen using a microscope, while others grow in filaments or mats that are quite conspicuous. Algae have chlorophyll and can make their own food through the process of photosynthesis. Algae help to ‘purify’ water by absorbing nutrients and heavy metals from streams and rivers.Algae are simple, aquatic, plant-like organisms that do not have true roots, stems and leaves. Many are single-celled so can only be seen using a microscope, while others grow in filaments or mats that are quite conspicuous. Algae have chlorophyll and can make their own food through the process of photosynthesis. Algae produce oxygen as a waste product of photosynthesis. Cyanobacteria are amongst the most ancient forms of life and they have been contributing oxygen to the world’s atmosphere for the last three billion years.

Harakeke/flax

Common flax grows up to three metres high and its flower stalks can reach up to four metres. It has seedpods that stand upright from the stems. Flax is unique to New Zealand and is one of our most ancient plant species. Flax bushes will often support a large community of animals, providing shelter and an abundant food resource. Tui, bellbirds/ korimako, saddlebacks/tīeke, short tailed bats/pekapeka, geckos and several types of insects enjoy nectar from the flax flower. Flax snails, a rare land snail living only in the Far North, often shelter under flax bushes. These snails don’t eat any part of the flax, but rather they munch on fallen leaves from native broadleaved trees. Harakeke was the name given to this plant by Māori. Although we still call it flax today, harakeke is really a lily.

Kōwhai

The kōwhai is one of the best known native trees in New Zealand and it’s our unofficial national flower. They grow from a seed in the ground to become a tree up to 25 m high. The kōwhai is one of the best known native trees in New Zealand and it’s our unofficial national flower. Native birds such as the tui, bellbird, kākā and New Zealand pigeon/kererū/kūkū/kūkupa all benefit from kōwhai trees. Māori hold the tree in high esteem, valuing the durability of its hard wood and its many medicinal properties.

WEEK 8 – 16/09/19

Updated plan

Digital rendering

First edited digital render

WEEK 9

23/09/19 – Detailed elements

Creating a connection/ relationship between the exterior pocket forest and the interior experience. Executed by creating an open space with beautiful natural elements. Creating a plant/green wall.

Colour scheme drafts

This colour scheme is of a warm tone which forms a less relaxing experience. Cool tones, excluding lighting, create and enhance your bodies to naturally relax and ease.

Loved the green toned colours in this colour palette, however, the cream and brown in my opinion would not enhance my design goal of relaxation and relationship bonding. The colour is not a crisp, clean tone which I desire for a clean and relaxed mindset.

Loved the light tone in this colour way, the lime green was too vibrant and therefore not a colour which I was looking for.

Final colour palette

26/09/19

Lighting testing & experimenting

Having to play with lighting sources, removing natural light, playing with LED lighting, and bulb lighting.

WEEK 10 – 30/09/19

Pool Details:

Tile supplier is

Tile edging style is a Mitered Edge for a slick and clean finish of the tiles corners and edges.. However, because you need a wet saw to manually cut a professional mitered edge, it takes a lot of expertise, exceptional skill and requires expensive equipment.

Waterfall & Creek mechanics- Rainwater from roofs

Due to permeability laws, my original idea to put piping through the ground to create a faux waterfall/creek to be a natural filter as the water will filter back through sand and back into the pools. Using rain water it will save money and reuse that which will be not used otherwise – conserving natural resources.

View of waterfall from Infinity pool

View from Infinity pool out to the naturally created waterfall in the pocket forest. A connection between the pool with the creek creates an outdoor – in door floor without a direct connection. The trickling sounds creates white noise and therefore soothes those relaxing in the baths

03/10/19

Bathroom details:

Retractable changing bench. Beautiful solid rimu bench

Beautiful Timber contrasts beautifully with the bathroom black stone herringbone tile and the light natural stone tile. The timber has a beautiful warm LED strip under the timber board to connect with the LED lighting in the bathhouse. The Retractable bench is used to sit on when putting on shoes or leaving gear on and is able to retract to leave room for wheel chair users to access the bathrooms.

Basin area

The gold bathroom fixtures connect to the warm toned timber in the bathroom and contrast with the cold toned stone and tiles to create a luxurious yet earthy atmosphere.

I have chosen tap-ware called the Argent Flow Basin Mixer in brushed gold from Paterson,New Zealand. Balanced and poised, displaying purity of the cylindrical form and reflecting the modern styling of cosmopolitan interiors.Argent colours including Matt Black are a high quality PVD finish ensuring a long, durable and stable finish backed by our 7year* finish warranty for residential when cleaned with appropriate cleaners, 15 years* warranty on the tap.Cartridge- high quality and durable European ceramic cartridges from Kerox. Aerators- High quality Neoperl from Switzerland

I have chosen a Kohler Mica basin for the bathroom to enhance a luxurious look. The Mica Round Slim Counter Top Basin is 410mm Honed Black. Its features include a thin and delicate look, Stain resistant and easy to clean, Kohler Mica basin’s super ceramic material proves to be extremely strong and durable, The DFI stain resistant coating also keeps it glossy and immaculate, maintaining the design’s classic beauty and elegance without a compromise on quality, Stain resistant, No faucet hole, Bench top installation, Slim rim vessel, 1.5 times harder than standard vitreous china, With overflow drain.

It would look stunning sitting on a piece of rimu to form a relationship with the retractable bench.

A back lit circular mirror softens the sharp geometry of the bathroom creating a more relaxed and cohesive atmosphere.

I have chosen a mirror from Haynes glass in New Zealand

Adding a contemporary touch to the bathhouse bathroom with having the feature of a back-mounted feature lighting. This ensures an even border of light.Alongside looking great, a back-lit mirror casts a soft additional light to your face. A little benefit for applying makeup or shaving.

Shower

I have decided to bring the shower handle further out into the entrance of the shower as then you can turn the shower on when still wearing clothes – May be helpful for mothers who are washing their children.

This beautiful Milani Progressive single mixer in Brushed gold from abiinteriors

The Brushed Brass Milani Mixer is a single hand mixer using progressive cartridge technology. This is a water saving product which allows ease of operation for the user with precise temperature control with a twist of the dial.

When using progressive cartridge technology you twist in one clockwise motion starting at low pressure cold up to high pressure cold, Once turned half way warm water is introduced at full pressure. The dial is then precisely adjustable for the perfect temperature right up to maximum temperature when fully turned.

I have chosen the Finley shower rail set in brushed gold from abiinteriors in New Zealand. The Finley All In One Shower Set. This is where innovation and design meet. Our new all-in-one design gives you a more streamlined, minimal look to your bathroom. We have also upped the functionality and incorporated the shower diverter into this clever design, so you don’t need a separate diverter attached to your shower wall. With the simple turn of a handle, you can switch to the hand held shower head – Ingenious. Constructed from solid brass and coated with our ABI PVD Heat shield, we guarantee longevity and durability. Another added bonus is that the Finley comes as one complete unit, so you won’t need to order all the components separately.

Harper hand made stainless steel smart waste from abiinteriors – Laser cut & Hand welded high grade stainless steel providing the end user with optimum strength & durability. Complemented with ABI Heat Shield, an industrial grade PVD electro colouring system which provides a harder, more corrosion resistant finish whilst remaining environmentally friendly. This method is due to the extreme use these products will go under, this same method was originally used strengthen the end of drill bits for ultimate strength.

Toilet Area:

The Cali toilet roll holder in brushed gold is sleek, easily accessible and cohesive with the rest of the bathroom. This small detail communicate to the users that the bathroom was design for them with care.

Caroma Cube Back to Wall Toilet Suite from Chesters plumbing and bathroom.

The new Cube Close Coupled toilet suite gives your bathroom a new dimension. Showcasing the latest in style, it’s also cutting edge when it comes to award-winning Smartflush technology, soft close seats and easy to clean contours.

I decided for all products in the bathroom, including soaps, to be completely recyclable from Naturalus in New Zealand. Large 135 gm bar (approx) – minimal packaging recycled kraft paper wrapper only.

ARGAN SHAMPOO/CONDITIONING BAR

Luxurious foamy suds with the added conditioning qualities of Argan Oil keeps you hair in great shape. Furthermore the combination of the Essential Oils not only smell divine but also helps with the health of your hair.

Soup for hand washing

LEMON GRASS SEAWEED, GOATS MILK ,
DRAGONS BLOOD TREE,

Luxuriously creamy Goats Milk Soap, the pure basics for the most sensitive skins

Deliciously refreshing & stimulating to the mind, the smell of lemongrass and the gentle exfoliating properties of Sea Kelp.

Brushed in gold mica and infused with Dragons Blood Tree Resin, a renowned plant known to heal many skin irritations.

MINTY CLEAN GOATS MILK,
CALENDULA GOATS MILK, LAVENDER GOATS MILK,

This Goats Milk Soap has the divine aroma of Spearmint essential oil & coloured with Chlorella.

Rich creamy Goats Milk Soap, infused with Calendula Herbal Infused oil & the earthy aromas of Patchouli & Orange essential oil.

Creamy Goats Milk Soap, infused with Lavender Herbal Infused oil & the beautiful aroma of Lavender essential oil.

YELLOW CLAY CHARCOAL , OATS ‘N HONEY GOATS MILK, LIME IN THE COCONUT

All of our bamboo charcoal soaps will gently exfoliate your skin while helping remove any build up of toxins & impurities.

Another Goats Milk Soap, this with the scrummy aroma of fresh cookies that just makes you want to eat it!

Gorgeously refreshing Coconut Cream Soap, the Lime awakens & reinvigorates your mind & body.

Design Concept:

Hidden from the life of university students, yet enhancing mental health due to the flourishing greenery available to view, in the once empty space. Many cultures, ages and personalities have a relationship in this space, Kotahitanga and Whanaungatanga. Privacy division careful constructed by the beautiful trees. A togetherness with nature while extruding into the space of the large bath, breathing in the fresh air and relaxed by the trickling sound. Kaitiakitanga, managing and conserving the environment as part of a reciprocal relationship, the naturally engineered creek flows down and provides a food source to the native fauna. The natural timber and stone of the interior forms a relationship with the nature of outside, enhancing the value of Wairuatanga. Community well-being is enhanced as the design is an open concept and creates a “flow,” and connection between everyone. A luxurious atmosphere as warm towels are laid out, a sense of Manaakitanga.

WEEK 11- 07/10/19

Final sections:

View of Final Section of design, North to South

View of Final Section of design, East to West. Due to the sunlight restriction as the surrounding building blocks the northern sunlight, I have specifically chosen native trees which do not go beyond 12M high. I skewed the choice of trees from short to tall to allow light to enter the bath house and the higher levels

09/10/19

Final Plan:

The dark grey of the plan represents water.

Bath one (infinity) depth is 150cm, avaliable for most adults to stand without the water being under head level, The temperature is at 40 °C, the maximum heat for baths, the infinity hot pool is open and therefore the heat in the pool is cooled by the air flow. Bath two (childrens), Due to ‘Bath one’ being at a temperature too high for small children, the segment seperated by glass, is at a temperature of 30°C and a depth of 35cm, Baths three & four(Private baths) are at a temperature of 37°C and a total depth of 90cm, the seat depth is 40cm).

Hot tub temperature will always be somewhere between 98.6°F (37°C) and the maximum safe temperature, 104°F (40°C)

The pool temperature should be a minimum of 32 degrees for babies under 3 months old or 30 degrees for babies over 12lbs. Water temperatures below 30 degrees, though they might feel warm to you, can cause your baby to chill too quickly and can pose a risk of hypothermia.

The stairs in the infinity pool were carefully designed to carter to many different people, the first step is wide enough and deep enough to simply sit down and relax. The third step is a perfect depth to be able to stand on and look over the barrier between the children and adult temperatures while remaining to stay with friends.

Week 12 – 15/10/19

Final Model:

WEEK 13 – 21/10/19

Atmospheric shots:

View from in ground private couch area. Looking out into the gorgeous Flora.

23/10/19

View from Infinity pool

View from Infinity pool out to the naturally created waterfall in the pocket forest. A connection between the pool with the creek creates an outdoor in door floor without a direct connection.

25/10/19

Bathroom Atmospheric shots

Bathroom atmospheric shots with applied materials and chosen appliances from specifically chosen New Zealand brands. View from North to South, feature wall with marble black herring bone tile. A grouping of pendent lights which forms a relationship between the warm timber and the grey tiles, while creating an additional light source.

View from South to North, feature wallpaper with a Golden metallic feature with an elegant yet modern style. The Modern mirror with LED lighting paired with the timber has a luxurious yet natural feel. All golden appliances connect well with the wallpaper and lighting.