JUMPING THE BROOM PAVILION
FALL SEMESTER 2021
Our assignment invited us to envision pavilions situated either along the banks or spanning the majestic expanse of the Mississippi River. My journey led me to craft four uniquely designed chapel pavilions, gracefully cascading along the river's edge. Every chapel bore the hallmark of meticulous craftsmanship, each crafted with the intent of conjuring a distinct and evocative ambiance. Commencing my creative exploration, I began by conceptualizing a modern chapel design. Delving further, I immersed myself in the world of diverse roof shapes, studying how sunlight would dance upon and adorn these architectural structures. Along this creative path, I also dared to manipulate roof heights, intentionally sculpting diverse experiences within each chapel—one offering intimacy and comfort through enclosure, while another extended a sense of grandeur and expansive openness.
To enhance the experiential journey, I experimented with openings on the sides of the chapels, strategically providing guests and couples with captivating vistas as they embarked on their transformative journey. A particular nuanced detail I introduced was the decision to extend the openings and walls all the way to the ground level of the Mississippi River. This subtle yet distinctive feature, even though not always directly visible, was a conscious addition that aimed to establish a connection with the surroundings in a truly profound way.
These meticulously designed chapels were conceived with a holistic understanding of diverse preferences and needs in mind. They stand as testaments to architectural creativity and the art of harmoniously merging structure with surroundings.
