PROJECTS
Ranya Liu - Feral Frontier
Reid Graham - Bodies: Exchange Facility
Sorting Exchange: Fundamentals of Speculative Futures
In 2014, the curators of the Venice Biennale provided a critical reflection of the previous century on contemporary architecture, emphasizing the importance of considering histories, material culture, political environments, and architectural elements from around the globe. This perspective will serve as a launching point for our studio's exploration, which aims to bridge the past with speculative futures. This studio engages with the evolving state of architecture projecting forward to the year 2114. The focus is designing a civic institution dedicated to mail drop-off, delivery, and sorting. This institution will not only reflect the current needs of our society but also anticipate and shape future requirements for public exchange.
We examine the evolution of long-distance communication, tracing its development from ancient methods to contemporary practices. This historical perspective will inform our design, ensuring that it acknowledges and integrates past innovations while addressing future needs.
By investigating the interplay between material culture and political environments, we aim to develop a design that is resilient and adaptable. This will involve a thorough analysis of how materials have been used historically and how political changes have influence.